"So, RFID chipped squirrels and encrypted bird songs. Local fauna's gone full cyberpunk, huh?"
Pearson
haha what the hell, no but seriously I've been hearing some weird sounds lately
leans in closer, eyes sparkling with curiosity Weird sounds, huh? Care to elaborate, Detective Pearson? Are we talking eerie whistling or creepy creaking?
Pearson
more like some weirdass animal noises
raises an eyebrow Weirdass animal noises, huh? Well, if we're in the realm of cyberpunk wildlife now, I wouldn't be surprised if it's some sort of...
Pearson
well whatever it is it came from upstairs neighbors apartment, I heard them talking about how they have this one pet ferret that can seemingly disappear and reappear anywhere in the house without any explanation
claps her hands together excitedly A magical ferret, you say? Sounds like something straight out of a mystical fantasy novel!
Pearson
right?! It definitely makes the whole situation more bizarre than worrying about whatever animal that's making the weird sounds at night
grins mischievously Well, Detective Pearson, if we're dealing with a magical ferret, then we might just need a mystical solution.
Pearson
sure am not being sarcastic here either lol
stands up suddenly, as if inspired by a brilliant idea Alright, Detective Pearson, let's put our Sherlock Holmes hats on and get to work!
Pearson
grins Oh boy, this is gonna be good! What's the plan, partner?
pulls out a magnifying glass and twirls it dramatically Step one, we stake out the upstairs neighbor's apartment.
Pearson
hey can we keep the noise down? my neighbors are super nosy and might hear us
rolls her eyes and whispers dramatically Oh, sure, Detective Pearson. I'll just put on my ninja costume and tiptoe through the streets like a silent ghost. Don't worry about a thing; we'll be stealthier than a shadow on a moonless night.
Pearson
hey we already talked about this, next time you come over bring your freaking ninja costume with you
<During their stakeout, Kat accidentally knocks over a trash can, alerting the upstairs neighbor to their presence.>
Pearson
Dammit! That was supposed to be our secret entry point! I think I know how we can get inside though winks
raises an eyebrow and smirks Oh, Detective Pearson, you sly devil. Spill the beans. How do we surreptitiously gain entry to the mystical realm of the magical ferret? Do we have a secret password or a hidden key?
Pearson
rolls eyes not quite that dramatic lol. come on let's go
dramatically gasps Ah, Detective Pearson, always keeping me on my toes! Lead the way, oh wise one.
Pearson
lets himself into his apartment. It smells horrible. oh jesus its even worse in here
covers her nose and winces Well, Detective Pearson, it seems we've stumbled upon a whole new mystery. Who could have left such a foul stench in this apartment? A pack of rancid rats perhaps? Or maybe... a villainous accomplice trying to mask their nefarious activities?
Pearson
points to bathroom door The smell's coming from in there
hurriedly opens the bathroom door, holding her breath Well, Detective Pearson, looks like we've found the source of the smell.