MOESBURG, Ok. —

It was an astonishing scene when a man broke into the house he previously broke into to apologize for breaking into the house. The burglar, who would like to remain anonymous, had broken into a local house to steal items the previous night. However, he got distracted and decided to treat himself to a bowl of mint chocolate chip ice cream while he sat in the recliner watching the latest episode of Young Sheldon. After confirming that the titular character had survived to the end of the episode, the burglar left the premises, taking the bowl of ice cream with him. Now he has returned, breaking into the house again, but in a heartwarming way this time.

The homeowner, John Parker, was confused about what was happening and understandably afraid. However, the burglar’s sincere apology convinced him to listen and lower his rifle. The burglar explained that he just had an innate urge to apologize after realizing the gravity of his actions. He had been scouring his conscience for hours, agonizing over his mistakes but had not yet found a way to do the right thing. He was motivated to break into the house again in order to give the homeowner a heartfelt apology, even if it meant doing the same thing he was apologizing for. Parker was moved by his confession and forgave the burglar. It was an extraordinary moment that showed the power apologies have to heal relationships and make people forgive even the most heinous of offenses.

As of publishing time, Parker has discovered his ice cream has been consumed and has since rescinded his apology.