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Source: https://writers.stackexchange.com/a/47693
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 **Hang a lantern on it**.

If you're truly interested in _not_ answering these questions, then I think your only remaining choice is to [hang a lantern on it](http://bekindrewrite.com/2011/02/04/what-does-hang-a-lantern-mean-and-how-do-i-use-it-in-my-book/):

> To hang a lantern (or “hang a lamp”) is to call attention to an inconsistency in the story by having a character notice the inconsistency. It’s the writer’s way of telling the reader “I did this on purpose; it’s not a mistake.”

In your case, that might look something like:

> Charlie couldn't believe that Bob was standing at his front door. "How did you find me?"
> 
> "I have my ways", Bob replied mysteriously.

or perhaps:

> Susan squinted into the sun as it reflected off the frozen lake, the wind stinging her cheeks as she trudged forward. She wasn't entirely sure how she made it this far; the last thing she remembered was Axel promising he would get her out of the snow-engulfed cabin.
> 
> I guess he did.

Original score: 14