Instead of keeping an awkward silence, you decide to try and have a nice conversation with Walter. The first thing you do is try to defuse the tension. You explain to him in simple terms that you believe he is more than capable of solving the murders and that you were sent here as aid.

“Yeah, I understand,” sighs the captain. “We all have our jobs to do. I’m sure you want to be here just as much as I want you here.”

Bronx scratches the back of his head shyly as you nod in agreement. “I’ll tell you what,” he mutters. “Let’s solve this case as quickly as possible so we can part ways and both feel a little bit at ease.” You smile softly at his words.

“Here,” the captain says as he extends his hand out. “Let me help you with your bag. It’s the least I can do after being a bit childish earlier.”

Not risking spoiling this good mood, you allow the man to carry your belongings. The two of you continue forward for a bit before the captain has to switch the hands he’s using to carry your bag as his left hand kept banging against the sword sheathed at his hip. This brings your attention to the strange blade.

The sword looks incredibly ornate and almost as it would be for show instead of practical use. The metal shines brightly like silver in the morning light. A few gemstones are set along the cross-guard, each one a different colour. This single piece of equipment looks to be the most expensive thing Bronx owns. Just looking at the sword makes you believe that it must possess some magical properties hence why the captain carries it around despite its weird appearance.

Your curiosity gets the better of you so you inquire about the blade.

“This thing? It was designed for a special purpose and until I see that purpose fulfilled, it will not leave my side.” A flash of determination erupts in his eyes.

You silently think to yourself about purpose and how everything has one. Perhaps it is Walter Bronx’s purpose to aid you in finding this serial killer so you can see yourself elevated within the Order. Now that you two are on friendly terms you think it will be easy to ask for his help whenever you need it.

Acquired Clue: Friendly Captain

You have befriended Walter Bronx, the captain of Alderbrand’s guard. He will be willing to assist you in most matters involving the case and will perhaps help you in other matters should you need it.

The captain looks strong so you feel you won’t hesitate to ask him to stand beside you in battle. Not only this but you think you may be able to manipulate him to use his high standing within the town to get you things or into places you wouldn’t be able to do yourself.

Finally, after what seems like an eternity, you arrive at the scene of the crime. From a glance, you notice a few things without the need to investigate. The first is that the crime happened in an isolated location as the house before you is further from the city’s center than other homes. Secondly, the area seems to be a poorer neighbourhood. And the most obvious but final observation is that a fire occurred within this building as you can’t see burn marks originating from the outside of the home.

Acquired Clue: Indoor Arson

You are able to detect that the fire originated from inside the building making the investigation for clues inside harder than clues outsides. This also leads you to believe that the arsonist had a way into and out of the building but you won’t know more without a thorough check.

You walk up to the house and await background information before you begin investigating.

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