Girls, should I reach out to my ex?

[Anonymous]

I was dumped by my ex around 5 months ago and we haven't seen or spoken to each other since I collected my belongings. I checked out this textbook for her a while ago and when I asked for it back so I could return it she stated she'd do it herself. The semester has long ended and I got emails all summer demanding the return of the book. I want to reach out asking if she still has it or lost it but I feel incredibly anxious to do so since she said some rather rude things to me before. Replacing the textbook would cost 100+ and I'm not sure if it's worth trying to get it back from her. Why would she (potentially) lie about going to return it? Should I try to attempt to get it back? If so, what should I say so things don't escalate, or is it better left untouched? Any input is greatly appreciated

[Anonymous]

She may have done this on purpose knowing you’d be responsible for the replacement fee, which is really petty and messed up of her. I would say to just pay the money. It’s really annoying to come out of pocket for 100+ when it’s not even your fault, I know the feeling. I’ve lost a few irreplaceable things to an ex who wasn’t working with me to get my belongings back and it was a big loss.

[Opinion Owner]

It’s just not worth the headache or any rude thing she’d have to say.

[Anonymous]

"hi i'm returning the book today and am coming to pick it up from you, what time is best?" if she doesn't, get the school involved.