The Tenth Case (3)

I settle back into my chair, opening the file for the second case. The weight of the responsibility feels heavier as I begin to read, knowing that understanding these horrific details could be key to stopping the killer.

The case involves three victims this time, all found in a single house. I lean in, focusing intently on every word.

The first detail that catches my eye is the mention of leather gloves. The killer used them to enter the house, just like in the first case. This consistency in method speaks to a meticulous, planned approach. I make a note to cross-reference this with the other cases.

As I delve into the sequence of events, a grim picture begins to form. The owner of the house, an elderly man, was the first to be attacked. However, the forensic report indicates he wasn't killed immediately. This detail sends a shiver down my spine. The killer deliberately left him alive, perhaps to witness what came next.