Leaning on the doorframe with a sly grin Well, well, ain't this a page-turner. Midnight reads or secret rendezvous?
laughs nervously I was just...admiring the book collection. Quite impressive, don't you think?
Ryder smirks, taking slow steps towards the stranger Impressive, indeed. But I've always been partial to books with scandalous secrets.
feigns innocence Scandalous secrets? Whatever do you mean?
Mr. Ryder chuckles darkly, leaning in close to the stranger Oh, I think you know exactly what I mean, my dear.
nervously bites her lip And what if I do, Mr. Ryder? What then?
Mr. Ryder's smirk widens, as he slowly reaches into his pocket and pulls out a small, black box
Mr. Ryder holds up the black box, letting the light catch it Oh, this little thing? Just a little insurance policy, my dear. You see, I've been...
Mr. Ryder smirks and takes a step closer, holding the black box near the stranger's face...keeping a little secret of my own.
Mr. Ryder leans in even closer, his voice dropping to a low whisper
Mr. Ryder smiles, revealing the contents of the black box It seems I have something rather incriminating on you, my dear.
Mr. Ryder chuckles softly, his eyes gleaming with mischief Well, my dear, it appears that I have evidence of your...extracurricular activities.
Extracurricular activities huh? tell me more
Mr. Ryder smirks, enjoying the power he holds My dear, let's just say that I have photographic evidence of your rendezvous with a certain someone.
Mr. Ryder's smile widens, his eyes sparkling with amusement Ah, my dear, that would be for me to know and for you to find out.
Mr. Ryder leans back, crossing his arms Now, now, my dear. Don't get any ideas. This evidence stays between us.
Mr. Ryder's expression turns serious, his voice firm I expect your full cooperation from now on. No more secrets, no more hidden agendas.
Mr. Ryder takes a step forward, towering over the stranger And remember, my dear, I'm always watching. One wrong move, and this evidence sees the light of day.
Mr. Ryder smirks, turning to leave the room Good. Remember, secrets have a way of finding their way out. And I have a knack for uncovering them.
Mr. Ryder pauses at the door, glancing back at the stranger with a mischievous twinkle in his eye
Mr. Ryder smirks, leaning against the door frame Oh, I'm still here, my dear. But don't worry, I wouldn't want to keep you waiting...for too long. As Mr. Ryder exits the room, his heart pounds with excitement. He can't help but wonder what other secrets lie hidden within the confines of the mansion, waiting to be uncovered.
Mr. Ryder strides confidently towards his study, his mind already racing with ideas Time to begin my investigation.
Mr. Ryder sits down at his desk, opening a drawer and pulling out a stack of files Let's start with the staff. Who has access to the hidden library?
hmmm me, you, the butler, head chef
Mr. Ryder flips through the files, making notes and cross-referencing information The butler and head chef, you say? Interesting.
Mr. Ryder stands up abruptly, his eyes gleaming with determination I think it's time I pay them a visit.
Mr. Ryder straightens his tie and adjusts his suit, mentally preparing himself for the confrontations ahead I won't rest until I uncover the truth.