Murder In The Old Castle
118. Dinner
After undergoing a series of examinations for approximately three hours, Rudi was finally allowed to go home. Many important questions asked Reno and Dimas, so that makes Rudi not warty. In the end he offered the names of his friends who attended the party all the time at 00.00 until 05.00 am.
Reno and Dimas weren't the cops yesterday afternoon who were easily fooled. They still feel there is something strange with Rudi's testimony. They are therefore trying to find information from other sources.
“The child looks nervous and unsettled. There is an impression of information being conveyed quite convoluted. Maybe something is hidden from us. He said he swore that he did not know the victim was pregnant, because he had been dating for two or three months, and that he never touched his girlfriend. You believe?” ask Dimas.
“It's impossible that he's never touched Jenny. But maybe we can investigate later the fetus that is in the womb of the girl. Whether it was the result of Rudi's actions or not. This case is still not bright, even darker because we have much to check. Maybe also the killer is not from the names that were proffered earlier,” said Reno.
“How many names were written?”
“There are nine names, including her own. But he said he wasn't sure if anyone was missing, because the party was quite crowded, so there might be other guests in different places. But at least of these nine names, Rudi said, have a connection with the victim. They are both students who know Jenny,”, Reno said.
“OK, let's break down one-on-one!”
“The first nine names were Rudi Septian, Jenny's boyfriend, the last person to see the victim. He admitted to having Jenny rest upstairs, before the girl disappeared. I don't know. Later we ask others about this, then we match each other.”
Reno wrote Rudi's name on the board. Then he wrote another name at number two.
“The second is Gerry Lorenzo, Rudi said he owns the house where the party was held. Her parents were overseas, so she was free there, along with a female maid. Sometimes he also asked his cousin to accompany him there.”
“Next!”
“The third is Ferdyan Hadinata, Gerry's cousin. He's the only one who's not a student, he works in a pharmacy downtown. He often also to Gerry.”
“OK ...”
“Next are Adinda Kirana, Miranti Tobing, Lena Amalia and Dewi Rasty Yunita. According to Rudi, these four girls were close friends, similar to a gang. Rudi said that he had prejudiced Rasty, because the girl took revenge on Jenny. He assumes Jenny took Rudi from him.”
“OK, later we will investigate this.”
Reno put the names on the board. Then write down the last two names.
“Next is Alex Bastian Widyatama, he's an ordinary student. Rudi did not explain more about him, but also knew Jenny. Later we will investigate more about this student.”
“Oke.”
“Last is a bit surprising, because this last name just got killed yesterday. Ranita Alma Jusuf's. Rudi says he's Gerry's girlfriend. Well, judging from this connection, clearly Jenny's murder has something to do with Alma's murder. It could be that the killer is the same person.”
Reno tried to sterilize. He continued his words,”You remember right? The mysterious message I received a few days ago. The sender asked me to guess, after Jenny and Alma who's next? I take this as a serious message, not a playful one. I'm afraid that among the nine of them some will be killed again, or it could be someone else.”
Reno rubbed her chin while frowning.
“At least we know our next direction. Maybe we will not widen anywhere first, and more focus to research these eight students, while we see the development. Hopefully no more casualties after this,” said Dimas.
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In a small restaurant in the corner of the city, Adinda Kirana, with a casual look typical of students, was sitting inside uneasily. The atmosphere of the restaurant is not so crowded, there are only a few visitors who are mostly couples. No wonder, because the restaurant carries the concept of young people, with bright colors and interiors that describe the dynamic life of young people.
A restaurant traveler approached, handing out a menu book.
“Let's go yes, Ma'am. I am waiting for cement,” said Adinda.
The waiter passed, along with the appearance of Ferdy who looked more handsome with an elegant brown sweater. He showed off his beautiful smile to Adinda, so the girl blushed in embarrassment. Ferdy immediately took his place in front of Adinda.
“It's okay. By the way, I'm still missing talking about something that's related to the murder of Jenny or Alma. I'm sick of it, because a lot of bad events haunt me. I want to enjoy tonight, Fer,” Adinda said.
“OK, Princess. We're not gonna talk about that anymore. Have you ordered?”
Adinda shakes. A moment later they called the waiter to order some food. They enjoyed the dinner while joking. Ferdy made a lot of small appeals to Adinda, so the girl blushed her face. To be honest he also started to be enamored with Ferdy.
As he was engrossed in joking, suddenly a girl approached with a forced smile. There is an upset feeling stored in the heart.
“Ferdy? I didn't know you were here? You said you weren't feeling well,” said the girl.
“Eh, Vera. I'm doing it. Who are you the same? Alone already? I ... I .. again with my friend, Dinda,” Ferdy said a little nervously.
Dinda nodded, smiling slightly at Vera. Unfortunately Vera was not very welcome. Ferdy had not expected the sudden presence of Vera in that place. He knows that Vera actually likes him, but unfortunately he ignores her for not being too interested in the girl.
“Oh, okay. I'm looking for a meal with my friend. Yes, go ahead with that! See you at the pharmacy Yes Fer!”
Vera passed from before Ferdy with a feeling of uneasiness. When the girl was invisible, Ferdy suddenly fell silent, he felt awkward to start the conversation, so Adinda felt astonished.
“He likes you, right?” guess Adinda.
“Oh, no really! He was a workmate. Don't worry!” call Ferdy.
“I'm a girl too, Fer. I must know that that girl actually likes you. Yes, maybe you're the one who isn't sensitive.”
Ferdy was silent, until a phone call startled him. Apparently a call from Gerry. Ferdy was actually lazy to lift, but in the end he replied.
“From whom?” ask Adinda.
“Gerry. A minute ya!”
Ferdy picked up the call. Gerry's voice rushes across. He sounds angry.
“That's bad for Rudi! What a brash!” said Gerry.
“Why Ger? Relax ... relax! No emotions first. What's up?” ask Ferdy.
“He gave the name to the police. I'm dizzy. Just now a police officer called to check my house tomorrow, and asked for information. Mam*pus right?”
“Quiet Ger! The key is to stay calm. I have morning work tomorrow, so I can't go. Are you all right alone?” said Ferdy.
“Ndon't know! Chop my mind!”
The phone call was suddenly closed. Ferdy sighed while looking at Adinda. The girl scrunched her forehead. He knew that Gerry must have been talking about the murder. The atmosphere of the dinner changed.
“I don't want to talk about this, Fer. Really am. We'll go home!” bring Adinda.
Ferdy nodded. He said nothing more. After finishing dinner, they got out of the restaurant, hailed a taxi and headed home to their respective residences.
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