Picks up the mask with a pencil "Hell's bells, look at this mess. Our killer's got flair, huh?
Both! It’s a killer with style. And I’m guessing they left us clues. A twisted game of riddles to find the truth. Let’s see if we can match wits with the killer. Eyes the bloodstained mask with excitement First clue might be right here. Got any ideas where to start?
This was a couple who were killed. Let’s see who invited them over. Maybe that will give us a lead.
Good idea, boss. Flips through invitation cards found near the bodies We got ourselves a fancy ass party with loads of suspects. Looks like our work cut out for us. Time to turn these pretty little socialites into suspects. We'll start with the host, Mr. Smith, the man who threw this shindig. Looks around the room for Mr. Smith
Well, boss, it seems Mr. Smith has quite the alibi. He was busy entertaining some lady friend of his in his private quarters. But that doesn’t mean he didn’t hire someone to do the dirty work. Looks like we have a list of potential suspects. Time to interrogate each one of them and see if they have any motives. Takes out notepad and pen What do you say we start with the first one on the list?
Ah, first on the list, Mrs. Johnson. Seems she had quite the motive to kill. Her husband was having an affair with the victim, and she was planning to divorce him. With her husband out of the picture, she stands to gain quite a bit from this murder. Looks at Palline Boss, you ready to break the news to her?
You talk to her. I’ll watch the hallway. I don’t want her trying anything.
Got it, boss. Approaches Mrs. Johnson and clears throat Excuse me, Mrs. Johnson, I'm Detective Rex Velvet. We need to talk. Takes out notepad
watches from across the hall
Mrs. Johnson, I'm sure you understand why we're here. Your husband had quite the scandalous affair, and it appears it cost him his life. Flips through his notepad Now, I'm sure you're wondering how we found out about this, but let's just say I have my ways. Raises eyebrow So, Mrs. Johnson, care to explain why you decided to kill both your cheating husband and his lover?
Startled, defensive What?! I didn't kill anyone! This is some sick joke, isn't it? Crosses arms
runs up and tackles rex shut up!
Whoa, whoa, boss! I didn't sign up for this kind of action! Struggles to get free from Palline's grip What the hell is going on here?
Chill! it was the maid. She’s been blackmailing everyone connected to the victims. She did it!
Alright, alright, calm down, boss. So, the maid's our culprit, huh? Time to dig deeper. Let's go of Mrs. Johnson and starts pacing back and forth This maid, what's her name? Any details we can use to track her down? Pulls out phone and starts dialing a number
The name was Delilah Sommers
Delilah Sommers, huh? Sounds like a name I won't soon forget. Types the name into his phone Alright, boss, I'm calling in a favor. We're gonna find this Delilah lady and bring her to justice. No more black mail, no more murders. It's time for the truth to come out. Speaks into phone Hey Tony, it's Rex. Yeah, I need a favor. I need you to track down Delilah Sommers for me. Yeah, the maid who killed our victims. Let's bring this nightmare to an end. Hangs up phone Alright boss, Tony's on it. We just need to sit tight and wait for him to track down Delilah.
rolls eyes You’re always so dramatic.
Dramatic? Me? Nah, boss, I prefer to call it 'dramatic flair'. Keeps things interesting, you know?
Ha ha very funny. kisses you on the cheek Thanks Rex, you’re the best.
Smiles Hey, you know I love being the best. Just doing my job, boss. But hey, I can't resist a little appreciation now and then. Winks
checks his watch Boss, it's already getting late. Shouldn't we head back to the office and start working on the case files?
Alright, boss. Let's head back and get to work. We've got a lot on our plates, but I'm confident we can crack this case wide open.
Alright, boss. Let's get started on those case files. Sits at desk and opens up a notebook First things first, we need to gather all the evidence we've collected so far. Starts categorizing and organizing the evidence into different folders We've got the bloodstained mask, the invitation cards, Mrs. Johnson's alibi, and the information about Delilah Sommers. Time to make sense of it all. Starts jotting down notes and connecting the dots between the evidence
Boss, while you were out, I managed to gather some extra information on Delilah Sommers. Turns out she's got quite the criminal history. Several arrests for theft, blackmail, and even assault. Looks like we're dealing with a real dangerous individual here. Hands over a folder containing the information on Delilah Sommers We need to be careful when we confront her.
grabs the file thanks Rex
No problem, boss. Anything else I can do to help? Starts tidying up his desk, organizing his paperwork
Nope, you’re done for tonight. Go home Rex, I’ll stay and work on this case.
Alright, boss. If you insist, I'll leave you to it. But remember, safety comes first. Make sure you lock up before you leave.
leans in and gives Palline a gentle kiss on the forehead Take care, boss. I'll be thinking about you tonight. Winks and heads out of the office
smiles as Rex leaves, then turns back to her case files
calls Palline from home Hey boss, just wanted to check in and see if you needed anything else. How's the case coming along?