Murder In The Old Castle
293. Two Chocolate Stems
After Reno announced the move of rooms for some residents of the isolation house, busyness was seen in some rooms. Mr. Paiman is changing the layout of the room, so that it can be occupied by both. He added an extra bed in two rooms that was planned to be occupied. Thunder agrees with Riky, that the one who will move is Thunder. The move was not much of a problem, as they had been friends long enough, so there wasn't much drama in the process. In fact, they seem to be helping each other and joking.
However, different things color Laura's transfer to Rianti's room. Laura had to pack her things because Rianti did not want to move into Laura's room. After all, he persisted in the room he had occupied. Laura's looking safe. He did not want to argue much, so he just obeyed what Rianti wanted. After all, he felt absolutely no guilt in the rift of the Rianti-Henry relationship. He felt he never took anyone.
Laura was putting cosmetic tools on the dresser, when Ms. Mariyati came in to change the sheets and pillowcases. He watched Laura who was taking care of her little things.
"So that Neng Laura is moving out?" ask Ms. Mariyati.
Laura nodded with a small smile. After everything was in order, he was ready to move in with the bag and some other small items.
"It used to be occupied by beautiful and kind students, like Neng Laura," said Ms Mariyati.
"Yes, Mom. Who used to occupy this room?" ask Laura.
"Name Neng Adinda. She used to be isolated in this room in the previous case," Ms. Mariyati replied while changing the pillowcase.
Laura just nodded. He was ready to leave his room to go to Rianti's room. There was actually a feeling of reluctance to move there, but he was trying to be calmer. He stood in front of Rianti's room, then knocked on the door.
Tok ... tok ..tok!
No need to wait long, Rianti's room door opened. Of course, as he had expected before, Rianti's welcome seemed less friendly. The woman did not say a word, just sat on the edge of the bed while showing an unhappy look. Laura felt a little bad. He saw his bed side by side with Rianti's bed. However, there is only one dresser and a closet. Inevitably, they had to share using it.
"Sorry Mother. None of this is my will" murmured Laura.
Rianti did not respond to Laura's remarks. He got up from his seat, then walked out of the room. Laura just sighed. Apparently Rianti still felt annoyed with him, but he tried to understand. It was uncomfortable for both of them to be in the same room. Laura could only hope, that she would not stay too long in this isolation house.
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It's noon, approaching lunchtime. The residents of the isolation house do not do much activity. The men were casually playing billiards in the lounge, while Rianti chose to take a walk around the isolation house. Laura was still in her new room, confused not to know what else to do. He just lay there staring, staring at the ceiling.
Meanwhile, Dimas checked all the conditions of the house, to ensure there were no gaps that could be used to enter and exit freely.He checked to the backyard area accompanied by Mr. Paiman. They are a guardrail that separates the area of the house with a back garden.
"I think this fence is less high, it's only natural that Gida can infiltrate this fence," said Dimas.
"It's not high, sir if I think. But because there are piles of used goods there, so it makes it easier for someone to climb and jump in here," said Mr. Paiman while pointing to a pile of unused items, such as tables, and other items, chairs, and used cabinets.
"Maybe in the future, these used items should be removed, sir!" said Dimas.
"Yes, Sir. Later I will get rid of these items," replied Mr. Paiman.
Dimas walked around the entire page, then switched to a side page that was still quite spacious. The courtyard was planted with ornamental plants by Bu Mariyati, and equipped with an artistic seating area. The atmosphere looks like a garden. He saw Rianti sitting there, pondering. Dimas approached the woman.
"Kok here, Ma'am?" ask Dimas.
"Eh, yes sir. Just looking for fresh air," said Rianti with a smile.
"If you say it's hard, of course not yes, sir. But how else? This is done to uncover the secret behind this ongoing case. I'm very stressed about this, sir. Really," complained Rianti.
"We have to work together in order to catch the real culprit" Dimas said.
"I'm ready to help you as much as I can, sir!" Rianti.
"Thank you, later I will tell you if I need help, Ms. Rianti," said Dimas.
The young policeman passed from the side yard, towards the front yard which was overgrown with big trees. At first glance if from the outside is indeed this isolation house as if uninhabited, more like an empty, haunted fortress. Fortunately, in this case there were no strange disturbances such as those in the second case.
Inside the house, Reno also checked the rooms occupied by residents of the isolation house.. All the rooms he found in a state of order, either equipment or readiness. Thunder and Riky's room was no problem even if it was a little messy, because it was indeed a male room. Some items were even still lying on the floor just like that. Rianti's room looks more presentable. Laura who was still in the room was slightly surprised to see Reno's presence.
"How's the first day in the new room?" ask Reno.
"Oh, yes, sir. Said to be happy, not really. I hope it's only temporary" Laura said,
"Rianti still can't accept you?" ask Reno again.
"It seems so, but I'm trying to understand it. I try to fix my position when I am in his position. So yes, I'm trying to understand him" Laura replied.
"Good answer, Laura. Call me if there's anything!"
Laura nodded, while Reno left Rianti's room. He walked down the stairs, towards the kitchen. There, Bu Mariyati is busy preparing lunch. Reno does not want to interfere with the activities of middle-aged women who are willing to spend time taking care of the eating needs of the residents of the house. However, he suddenly saw two chocolate bars with familiar brands, lying on the kitchen table. Sontak Reno remembered some of the previous events. These chocolate wraps are often found at various crime scenes. Who put chocolate on the kitchen table?
"Mom Mar, whose chocolate is this?" reno asked as he picked up the chocolate from the table.
Ms. Mariyati who was stirring the soup, turned her face towards Reno, smiling.
"That was my love, sir. But I haven't eaten yet. I was cleaning my room, and I kept giving you that chocolate. If Mr. Reno wants to, take one sir" said Ms. Mariyati.
"Who gave this chocolate, Mom?" Reno asked.
"Sir Henry, Sir! I was able to mop up his room. Then he gave me the chocolate. Though he did not have to bother so," replied Ms. Mariyati.
"Sorry Ma'am Mar, not that I want to eat the chocolate, but please Ms Mar be careful if you receive food and drinks from the residents of this house. We don't know them very closely. Don't let bad things repeat, like Widya yesterday. Or like Rudi used to be poisoned," reprimanded Mr. Reno.
Paras Bu Mariyati immediately turned fearful. Really, the previous thought did not reach that direction.he felt happy, because it was packed with chocolate, that's all. He does not think negatively if there are people who want bad intentions for him.
"It's a good thing I haven't eaten that chocolate, sir. Then just bring it sir, the chocolate. I'm scared!" said Ms. Mariyati.
"Mrs Mariyati don't have to worry. I brought the chocolate! We'll check this chocolate first!"
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