Murder In The Old Castle
327. Cajolery
Ramdhani Darusman, although not as famous as Reno Atmaja or Dimas, he is a police officer who is known to be brave and loyal. He has never solved a case directly, because he has not had a chance to do so. However, this time he is trusted to help Reno and Dimas in dealing with a bloody reunion murder case in the old castle. It was a pride for Ramdhan, as he was looking forward to this opportunity. He felt that his instincts and skills would be well honed, with many cases solved.
During this time he always hoped to be involved in big cases, with great police like Ammar Marutami or Reno Atmaja. Usually he only handles small-scale cases, of course, the opportunity to participate in large cases is what he really hopes.
This time, he was carrying a fragment of Farrel's head to the police forensics department, for further investigation. He deliberately avoided the crowd, so that the news about the head piece was not smelled by the public, especially journalists. Sometimes television news makes him feel embarrassed, because the news delivered sometimes deviates from the facts. The discovery of Farrel's head was indeed very surprising to the police, and they agreed to close this news meeting, until the veil that enveloped the case was revealed.
In accordance with Ammar's directive, he was not allowed to discuss the case to anyone who was not competent, even to other police. Ammar did not want to be rash, because the leak of the old castle case might have bad consequences. Ramdhan held to that command.
After the forensics section was over, Ramdhan prepared to return to the castle, knowing that there was still much to be done. Ramdhan realizes that all this is just the beginning, as the cold-blooded killer is still roaming free, eyeing whoever he wants. He did not want to linger in the city, although his desire to drink espresso coffee in his cafe subscription strengthened. He has a big responsibility that he has to carry.
"So you want to come back today?" niken asked while sitting next to him, as the policeman was fixing his shoelaces on the sofa of the police lobby.
Ramdhan turned his head towards Niken, the policewoman who looked beautiful that morning. He does not know Niken very well, because Niken is still relatively new to join the police force. However, the name Niken is quite famous after being often involved in various important cases. Even the name Niken is often mentioned when he was held in an empty house in an elite complex, in front of the house of the murdered artist, Renita Martin.
"Oh, yes Ma'am" answered Ramdhan short, without much concern for Niken's presence.
"Send my regards to Dimas. I know he's investigating an important case in that castle. Maybe some days I will follow there, because I have volunteered to take part in the case. The police are reviewing my application, and I hope to be able to follow you to the castle soon" Niken said.
"Oh, great!"
Ramdhan only gave a small smile, with no intention of commenting further. He was rather in a hurry that morning, because he knew that the condition of the castle was vulnerable. He realized that his presence was highly anticipated, because the security personnel who served there was very limited.
"Yes, I have some important information regarding who is in that castle. I've been looking around for data on that for a few days, and I've been gathering some facts. If you want, we can talk about this over coffee and .... "
"Sorry, Ma'am .. I mean, sorry ma'am. I am in a hurry today, and Mr. Ammar forbids talking about the case to anyone, except the competent parties. We fear that this case will become public consumption, and will expand like a wild ball. So if indeed the mother has that information, please contact directly Mr. Ammar, because he is leading the solving of this case," declined Ramdhan.
"God! I am also a cop, and my rank is much higher than yours! How could you doubt and not believe me! You should be more polite with me!"
Niken begins to overflow, but Ramdhan tries not to be provoked, because he does feel innocent. He kept busy himself with his shoelaces, without caring about the expression of Niken's face that began to grow furious.
"Sorry, Mom. I respect you, but I'm sorry once again, I'm just doing my orders!" ramdhan said firmly.
"I could have reported this action of yours! But this time I forgive. You are arrogant to be close to Mr. Ammar! Okay, just go away! Let me take care of this myself!"
Niken looked annoyed, then stood up and passed leaving Ramdhan who was saluting by bowing his head politely. Niken was offended that his offer was simply rejected by Ramdhan, a police officer whose position he was under. In his rage, Niken took a cell phone and called.
"Please connect me with Channel-9. I want to talk to Gilda Anwar!"
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Mariah hesitated, about to go up to the attic. He saw the window that was deliberately broken. He thought, maybe there is someone up there, because there is still a noise like the sound of cardboard being moved. Her curiosity, forced Mariah to climb the stairs to the attic. Before going up to the attic, Mariah armed herself with a sharp kitchen knife, just in case there was anything untoward there.
He stepped up the stairs carefully. Upon reaching the top of the stairs, Mariah loosened her head into the dark, dusty attic, trying to find the source of the sound. As it was a bit dark, he could see nothing there, except a black shadow moving in the darkness. Mariah was a little worried, but remained vigilant.
"Who's there?" ask Mariah.
From the darkness, a dirty-looking woman suddenly appeared, her clothes clad in dust and cobwebs. He carried a small flashlight, but was dead.
"Lilly? What are you doing here?" ask Mariah.
"I .. I passed from the kitchen to the backyard, and found a broken window, and there were also noises coming from above the attic. That's why I went up to check up" Lily said.
"This castle is pretty dangerous, Lily. You should be looking for a friend, not alone! Especially in a quiet place like this. Quick down!" mariah's orders.
Suddenly a noise came again from the direction of the boxes stacked in the attic. This time the two of them clearly heard a voice like a person with a smothered mouth.
"Aren't you?" ask Lily.
"Yes, like someone's voice .... "
"Let's check it out!"
Mariah and Lily immediately went back into the attic, inspecting every cardboard that was piled up there. Lily tried to turn on her flashlight that was dead. He had to knock a few times to get the flashlight on.
"What a flashlight!" curse Lily.
After the flashlights lit up, they illuminated the direction of the stacked cardboard boxes. Mariah was surprised to see a young woman almost naked, bound by her legs and hands, and her mouth smothered in black duct tape. Even the young lady's eyes were also covered with cloth, so as not to be able to see around.
"Rosey?" mariah was arrested.
"I'm .. I'm going to get help" Lily said.
Lily gets down from the attic, while Mariah tries to help Rosita from the ties on her hands and feet. He also removed duct tape in his mouth and a cloth bond in his eyes. Rosita was terrified and crying. Mariah searches for a worn blanket strewn across the attic floor, then covers Rosita's bra-only body and ****** *****. The parasites pale from fear.
"He .. he's dead. He is dead" said Rosita, stammering with fear.
"That's Ros! You will explain what you see! Now let's wait for help. You are safe and do not have to be afraid anymore!" mariah hugged Rosita.
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