The Locked Room Mystery
Detective Sarah Thompson stood outside the locked room, her heart racing. Inside, the lifeless body of millionaire Robert Hartley lay on the floor. The room had no windows, and the only door was locked from the inside. It seemed impossible for the killer to have escaped.
Sarah examined the crime scene, searching for clues. She noticed a strange smell lingering in the air, a faint scent of almonds. The body showed no signs of struggle, and the only item out of place was an empty glass on the table.
As Sarah interviewed the suspects, she learned that Robert had a strained relationship with his business partner, James. They had argued earlier that day about a lucrative deal. Sarah also discovered that Robert's wife, Olivia, had been having an affair with James.
The evidence seemed to point towards James, but something didn't add up. Why would he kill Robert in such an elaborate manner? Sarah decided to take a closer look at the empty glass. She had it tested for fingerprints and toxins.
The results came back, revealing a shocking truth. The glass contained traces of cyanide, and the only fingerprints on it belonged to Olivia. Sarah confronted her, and Olivia broke down, confessing to the murder.
Olivia had discovered the affair and wanted revenge. She had laced Robert's drink with cyanide, knowing he always locked himself in his study after dinner. She had planned the perfect crime, but she hadn't counted on Sarah's keen eye for detail.
As Olivia was led away in handcuffs, Sarah couldn't help but feel a sense of satisfaction. Another mystery solved, another killer brought to justice. She knew that in the world of crime, nothing was ever as it seemed.
