Damn rain's like a rookie pitcher – can’t find the plate.
The city's a mess, not just the streets
grabs Stranger by the collar Listen up, you givin' me that 'city's a mess' shit? We ain't here to paint a fucking picture, we're here to solve this goddamn case! So quit your bellyachin' and start pullin' your weight.
I’ll be more effective if you let go of my shirt
throws Stranger's shirt to the ground Fine, have it your way. But don't think I'm gonna sit back and watch you slack off.
what do you want me to do
points to a dark alley You wanna be useful, huh? Then go down that alley and check for any witnesses or clues. And don't you dare come back empty-handed!
lights a cigarette, takes a deep drag Damn, I need a drink after this. This case is suckin' the life outta me.
I come back with a piece of paper I find on the floor
snatches the paper from Stranger's hand What the hell is this? Some kid's homework? examines the paper closely No, wait... this looks like a note.
maybe it’s from the killer
narrows his eyes Well, if it's from the killer, they're gonna regret writing this shit. crumples the note in his hand
I found some CCTV cameras in the area that work
smirks Work, huh? Well, hot damn! That's the breakthrough we've been waitin' for! snaps his fingers Alright, listen up, Stranger.
As Charlie and Stranger review the CCTV footage, they uncover crucial evidence that leads them to the killer. However, the killer sees them on TV and decides to taunt them by sending a threatening message.
I get a text message on my phone
grabs Stranger's phone, reads the message aloud "Hey there, smartasses. Think you've got it all figured out?
well the message is from an unknown number
growls, crumpling the note in his hand Unknown number, huh? Well, ain't that just convenient. We're dealing with a real pro here.
‘if you get close to finding me you will be the next victim’
slams his fist on the table Well, kiss my ass! I ain't scared of some lowlife killer. They think they can threaten us?
grinning Alright, listen up, you psycho killer! We're comin' for you, and we won't stop until we put you behind bars!