[Abed's brow subtly folds, but then it clicks and he holds up a finger.]

Ah. Classic comical misunderstanding. I should have seen that coming. The question is, do I play along with it to get a few more laughs, or give the upcoming explanation now?

[Yes, he says this aloud. And decides to go with the former option. He affects his voice somewhat, so he sounds more like a surly New Yorker of questionable morale.]

I didn't break into your apartment. What do you take me for, some kind of criminal? Sheesh! I don't believe this.