Chapter 978

In the garden, a thorough interrogation lasting ten minutes revealed no major issues in the expressions or explanations of all involved. Elliot turned to Lionel and said, "Call in the special investigative team. Have the Nicholls residence thoroughly inspected and notify the medical examiner. Also, take Madam Nicholls for an autopsy later." "Right on it." Lionel nodded and stepped away to make a call in a quiet corner. After the servants and chefs had been cleared of suspicion, Elliot instructed them to return to their duties. The garden quickly grew quiet. Suddenly, Frank seemed to remember something important. "Mr. Jenkins, I recall something else very important." Elliot turned back, his handsome face expressionless. "Go on." "Two nights ago, Mr. Nathaniel stole my key and secretly went upstairs during the banquet. Nobody knows why he went up there, but when Mr. Romello found out, he punished him severely," Frank explained. Elliot's eyebrows furrowed, narrowing