Murder In The Old Castle
247. Substitute Artist

The news of Renita Martin's murder went viral throughout the city. Television stations are racing to report on the horrific incident that occurred early this morning. They say that a crazy psychopath killed a horror actress at her residence. No exception Gilda, she has been doing live broadcasts around the scene, although the information obtained is not completely complete. Obviously, he had to appear in public this morning.

"Imviewers, our beloved city is re-shaken by the murder of an familiar actress, Renita Martin. After last week we were shocked by the murders of Anita Wijaya and Daniel Prawira, a third murder took place. Until now the police are still investigating who is responsible for this event, as well as what the motive behind it. Until this news was reported, there was no official statement from the police. Rnita's house is still closed and no one is allowed to enter it. In addition to the killing of Renita, until now also the whereabouts of the victim's sister is also not known his fate. A female police officer investigating the case has also been reported missing. We will continue to present the latest developments in the case.

Gilda Anwar, report directly from the scene!"

Click!

Laura turned off the television. He turned to Henry who was drinking coffee next to him. The parasite was suddenly anxious, seeing Henry who was relaxing, as if nothing had happened.

"Renita is dead .." said Laura, staring intently at Henry.

"Yes, this is terrible. But it has nothing to do with me, right? Last night I wasn't home, but that doesn't mean I killed Renita. I have nothing to do with him anyway" Henry said, sipping his cup of coffee..

"I met him" Laura said.

"You met Renita? Why did you meet him?" ask Henry.

"Jiang before Renita was killed, I had a chance to meet her face to face at Renita's restaurant. She told me about her dislike for Rianti, your wife Bang," Laura said.

"Aren't they pretty close friends?" ask Henry.

"I thought so at first, Bang. I thought they were also quite familiar, it turned out that Renita was vilifying Rianti in front of me. I was confused as to who was wrong and right, so I was reluctant to respond. I was angry with Renita, and knew she was dead .... "

"Hmm, aren't you the killer?" ask Henry full of questions.

Laura shook her head quickly in self-defense, "Of course not! I slept fast last night because of a dizzy head. I don't know if there was this bad event. Yes, I was upset with Renita, but I had no thoughts of killing her at all!"

"OK .. okay. Forget about that problem. I came here early in the morning just to avoid Rianti, so I don't want my mood to be ruined because of the news of this murder. Ah .. I don't know, maybe I'll divorce her soon, so we can be together soon," Henry said, glancing at Laura.

"Sorry Bang, I don't want to be the culprit of your household rift. Every time I went out of the house, many gossip reporters huddled and asked about my closeness to Brother. What should I answer? The car parked in front of the house was already in the spotlight of journalists. I'm not a actor, Bang! I don't want to!" firmly Laura.

"Ah, stop! Don't listen to the media and don't care about the media. They are just looking for sensation and news material, so sometimes the news is not true. You just relax. Don't worry!"

"No wonder what the hell, Bang? That bothers me a lot. My family also called about the truth of the news. Society has formed an opinion that I took Abang from Rianti. I'm sick of hearing that. The problem is related to work as well. I could have my contract terminated because I was hated by society, as if I were a male usurper!" laura said with annoyance.

"You take it easy, Laura! I'm dizzy too. You think you're the one who's dizzy? My work schedule was a mess because Ollan disappeared. Even some activities have to be cancelled. It's hurting me so much. I'm trying to find Ollan, because he's being hidden by the police. I'm gonna find his whereabouts!" said Henry.

"Actually my feeling is a bit bad, Bang! After I ran the events from Mr. Daniel's death, then the killings continued to Anita, Ollan, though failed, and then now Renita became a victim. I'm afraid we'll all get our next death rations. The perpetrator of the murder, I believe, was one of 10 people who were in the movie studio when Mr. Daniel died. What say?" ask Laura.

"Maybe also. It could be that the killer was indeed one of those people, but what was the motive? Why is it as if our death is so important?" ask Henry.

"Eitherway. Conditions like this make me distrust anyone, including Bang Henry!"

"You think I killed them all?" ask Henry.

"Maybe, it could be. Maybe Bang Henry has a personal problem with Mr. Daniel, that could be a motive. Or maybe Anita's closeness with Mr. Daniel could also be a motive. Abang's anger with Ollan can also be a motive, well .. now Renita. There may have been a reason, so Renita was murdered" Laura said.

"God! Your mindset now looks a lot like a cop, Laura!"

Laura did not answer. Actually, he felt uncomfortable if Henry often stopped by his house, especially if Henry's whereabouts were known to other parties. However, he could not expel Henry.

"About to go home. Conditions are not good anymore. Moreover, there was a murder incident . It makes me a little uncomfortable" Laura told Henry.

"OK .. okay. I will leave your house, but I will not go home. I'd better stay in the villa. I think I should avoid all of this. Later if the situation subsides, I'll go back to the city again" Henry said.

"Don't! Don't go there Bang!"

"Why is that?"

"Ollan almost died in that villa. Did you want to go there too? What if the killer found out and went there? The villa was secluded and deserted, of course, it was very easy if there were people who wanted evil. Mending Abang rent a temporary lodging," suggested Laura.

"That's my villa, Laura. I used to live there and everything was safe. I'm different from Ollan. I can handle everything!"

Laura said nothing more. Henry looked very relaxed with the news of this murder. It even seems unaffected. Laura looked at Henry, as she was a little afraid of him. Meanwhile, Henry also thinks that there is something Laura is hiding.

***

"Tok .. tok .. tok!"

The sound of the bedroom door being knocked. He was sure that Riky was coming, because he had made an appointment to meet in the morning. Even so, he remained vigilant, worried that others would come to visit. He stepped towards the door of the hotel while peering out of the door. Yes, the one who came was indeed Riky.

"Lake in!"

Faishal immediately orders Riky to enter, before his whereabouts are known to others. Riky came with a black bag of plastic, and she was afraid to go into the hotel room. He didn't find Melani there.

"Sorry Bang, I'm a little late. Did you hear the news this morning? Renita Martin was murdered. This surprised me a little bit.one by one our friends died," said Riky timidly.

"Friends? Since when did Renita Martin become my friend? Fuck Renita Martin! I don't sympathize with arrogant artists like him. So the news of her death did not affect me at all" Faishal said.

Riky. He sat on the edge of the bed, then placed the package near the pillow. He was well versed in Faishal's arrogant and haughty disposition. It was also acknowledged by his fans. Even so, Faishal has a lot of pollutants from among women.

"Is the amount right?" ask Faishal.

"Remember to count later," replied Riky.

He looked at Faishal who looked serious. The man picked up the package placed near the pillow, staring intently at Riky, worried that Riky might play tricks on him. He finds Riky looking awkward and uncomfortable. At first glance he saw there were black spots on Riky's clothes. This made Faishal a little surprised.

"Is that on your shirt a bloodstain?" faishal asked suspiciously.

"Bu-no, Bang! This ... this is a soy sauce stain. I had breakfast noodles and accidentally kecapnya splashed on my shirt," said Riky while covering her clothes immediately.

Faishal frowned, but then nodded. He opened the contents of the parcel, it turned out that it was sheets of money tied up with rubber. Faishal smiled slightly.

"Fifty million right? No more no less!" faishal.

Riky nodded. He said nothing, which was obvious he felt anxious and wanted to leave the hotel room immediately. He stared at Faishal. There was hatred in his heart, which he could not hide. However, he still tried to cover up his feelings.

***

Widya is restless. News of Renita Martin's death has shocked the film studio, which has Renita as its main star. Early in the morning, the new director had already seen a bit too late, considering that filming had already gone halfway. This also caused other crew members to be anxious, because this also concerns their work. If the film project stops, then their work land also stops. This is what has troubled Widya.

Renita's death is quite sadistic, frankly very disturbing Widya. Moreover, he found a handcuff in Thunder's workroom. All this time I know Thunder as a quiet figure and not much talk. Thunder is a very mysterious figure for Widya.

"What's wrong with you, Wid? How do you look nervous?" asked Thunder from inside his study.

"I'm .. I'm a little confused, Gun! Renita's death took me by storm" Widya said.

"Hmm, take it easy, at most the director will not stop the production of this film just like that. Renita may die, but the movie will go on. That is the key to entertainment success. So you don't worry" said Guntur.

"Well, can the film go on without Renita?" ask Widya.

"Widya, you are so innocent. Everything in this world will be easier if there is money. Let alone Renita who died, Mr. Daniel just died everything is fine. However, the film had no intention of continuing. So everything is fine" said Guntur.

"How are you, Gun?" ask Widya curiously.

"I heard this morning from the director that Renita's role will be replaced with another artist, so you don't have to worry. Renita is not the only artist who can act horror well. There are many other talents that we do not know. So you don't have to be sad. Yesterday you knew not! Si Renita was acting on set, sulking for filming to stop. Well, instead of making a fuss and a loss is mending he does not have to be made all of you. uh, this morning hear the news that he died. Well, it's a coincidence, really," said Guntur.

"So who's gonna replace Renita, Gun?" ask Widya.

"Favoured artists who are on the rise due to gossip .... "

"Who?"

"Laura Carmellita!"

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