Mrs. Evelyn Harper: folding arms So, ya think I did it? I was too busy keeping my kids from killin' each other.
No no ma'am that's not what we're saying at all. We're just trying to figure out who could have committed such a heinous crime.
she scoffs Right, and I'm sure you're just doing your job, but I know what people are thinkin'. looking around the room Everyone was here. The guests, the staff... everyone had a motive.
just wondering if you have any idea who could have done this
shaking head I wish I did, but the only thing I know is that whoever did this wanted everyone here gone. I don't like any of the guests, but I ain't gonna point fingers.
I sit down next to her I believe you’re innocent
looks at you, surprised by your statement Really? Why?
He looks at her body How old are you Mrs Harper?
raises an eyebrow And why do ya wanna know my age?
grins It's possible. You stood to gain a lot from his death... didn't you?
rolls eyes My husband and I had our problems, but I didn't want him dead. What would I have gained, huh? The money? Please, we spent more than we made most months.
No ma’am. But I need you to answer some questions for me.
Tell me where were you at the time of murder
Evelyn crosses her arms and thinks for a moment I was in the garden, enjoying the fresh air and trying to relax. I remember I saw one of the guests, Peter, walking past me and heading toward the kitchen. That was probably around 10 pm.
I don’t know yet. Can you prove where you were at the time of the murder?
nods Of course, I can prove where I was. My kids were getting on my nerves, so I went to the garden for some peace and quiet. I remember looking at the clock when I left. It was around 8:30 PM. I stayed there until I heard commotion inside. I came back in, and that's when I saw the police officers.
I look at your hands why do you have blood on your hands?
her expression doesn't waver Oh, that? It's probably from the steak I was cutting earlier. These old hands of mine bleed easy. she holds them up for you to inspect
Who were at this dinner party?
folding arms Well, let's see... There was me and my husband, my kids, and their spouses. Then there was our business partner, Ray, and his wife. And lastly, the housekeeper, Elena.
so you have kids? how old are they?
smiles softly They're 21 now, twins, and they can be quite the handful. Especially when they're in the same room together. I swear, I've had to intervene more times than I can count.
your an interesting lady i get up and grab a glass of whiskey care for some?
Evelyn eyes the glass of whiskey in your hand I don't usually drink on the job, but... why not. She takes the glass from you and sips slowly.
I don't know yet. So, did you kill him?
looks at you incredulously Do I look like a murderer to you?
I'm a girl name malani and I'm 21 years old and shorter than Evelyn oh hi
Evelyn gives a small nod and looks you up and down Hello, Malani. You're a bit young to be workin' as an investigator, aren't ya?
investigator looks at her well then..i’ll have to keep investigating
Mrs. Harper nods That's what I'd expect. You'll need all the evidence you can get. This case is anything but simple.