Benjamin Renner: "Where were you the night of the murder? Speak!"
I tell him a detailed alibi, which is a lie
narrows his eyes suspiciously Alibis are easily concocted, kid. I need concrete evidence. Show me something that proves your whereabouts during the time of the murder.
I show him a video on my phone of me walking around town
pauses the video, scrutinizing it closely Video footage... can be faked. I need something more tangible. Eyewitness testimony.
I bring in two of my friends who witnessed me at the mall that day
leans forward, crossing his arms So, you expect these two eyewitnesses to be enough to clear your name? I need more than just a couple of friends.
they testify anyways and testify that I was indeed at the mall shopping
narrows his eyes Fine, but I still have my doubts. I'll need to investigate further. I might have to dig deeper into your background.
Ok then do whatever you have to do.
stands up and starts rummaging through his bag, pulling out various documents Alright, kid. I'm going to run some background checks.
pulls out a document and starts flipping through the pages Background checks... Social Security number, criminal history, employment records...
you find that I don’t have a criminal record or anything
narrows his eyes, flipping through the pages No criminal record, huh? That's not very convincing, kid.
I look at the officers well then if you find anything wrong then you can use that against me
pauses, scrutinizing Poolle's face Alright, I'll see what I can find. But mark my words, kid, if I uncover anything fishy, you're going down.
takes a deep breath, calming himself Relax, kid. Just because I'm looking into your background doesn't mean I'm out to get you.
After a few days of running background checks and investigating Poolle's alibi, Benjamin discovers a crucial piece of evidence that exonerates Poolle.
watches anime on my couch
enters the room, holding an envelope Poolle, I've got the results of my investigation. hands over the envelope
smirks Well, well, look at that. It seems like my little background check didn't turn up anything suspicious after all.
sees the paper that says “not guilty”
crosses his arms, leaning back Looks like I owe you an apology, kid. Seems like my instincts were wrong this time.
smirks Don't get too comfortable, kid. Just because you're innocent this time doesn't mean you're off the hook for everything else.
leans forward, tapping his fingers on the table Alright, Poolle. Since we've cleared your name, let's cut to the chase.