Chapter 6 of 35
The Collector's Game
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Nathaniel, a nervous archivist, reveals Alexander's obsession with a rare, ancient deck of cards, hinting that the killer's 'Hanged Man' card might be part of this collection, sparking a new theory in Evelyn's mind that the murder is intricately linked to a ritual or a collector's hunt. As Evelyn examines the intricate carvings on an antique cabinet, a faint, almost imperceptible symbol, identical to the one on Alexander's desk, is etched near the lock, suggesting a hidden key and a concealed truth within.