The Murder of the Beloved
Chapter 68

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First they opened Dinda's old room. It was clear that the contents of the room were nothing. The empty atmosphere was definitely not interesting to plunder. Then they switched to the other room, Lilis's room. The impression is the same. It looks like the dust in the room is still attached intact.

"Now I'm going to call the police" Johan said as he climbed down the stairs.

When his father called Dinda, he remembered Bagas. If Bagas keeps his promise, then surely at that time he was talking to Aunt Maya. The two of them already knew Bram's past with his dark shadows. Can Aunt Maya believe that the Bram she loved and married was a bad-hearted man? It's hard to predict the answer. If Aunt Maya really loves Bram, then the blow she felt must be very heavy. But love can make him not believe. It is better not to believe than to believe but to bear heavy burdens.

The problem is, do not want to believe or do not believe? How dilemma. Dinda feels sorry for Aunt Maya. But Bram already knew, that they knew. Bram must have anticipated their reaction. When reminded of the cunning Bram in the past, Dinda so pessimistic that Aunt Maya can release herself completely from the bondage of love Bram. Ah, what an adorable clever Bram toying with the women he married with the weapons of love. He had no heart and could tear the sincere love given to him The thought made Dinda hope, later he did not get caught up in such love. Then he thought of Bagas and his cheeks turned red. Does Bagas feel concerned and anxious about himself when he knows this event?

The team is led by officers who are already known by Johan and Dinda. He was Arman, the officer who had received their report of Lilis' death. Arman still remembers them and the case before. While his men inspect the scene, he listens and records Johan's report. Dinda interrupts every once in a while if Johan forgets something.

Johan did not forget to tell about Dinda's instincts which proved the truth. "So many times he I have persuaded to move from here, sir. But he always refused and took his time. Later, keep going. Suddenly yesterday afternoon he called and suddenly asked to be picked up. Panicked voice. So is his attitude."

Arman looked at Dinda in search. "Do you have any paranormal abilities?" tanyakanya.

Dinda shook her head with a blush. "No, Sir. I don't have that kind of talent. Merely instinct with rational calculation."

"You mean?" Arman asked in wonder.

"I know that Bram already knew about my involvement. He must have hated me. Hate so much. From duku already hate. Especially now."

"Ah, how can you be sure that this is Bram's doing? Just like Bu Lilis's unproven death was the result of her actions."

"I used to read his face, his eyes, his attitude. I am a barrier. From the past until now. I never managed to prevent his actions. But now I instigate his wife with the possibility of her failing. Of course now I don't know how she feels about me because I never met her. But from the talk of Aunt Leli, next door neighbor, I have a strong assumption that she has bad intentions. Why would he tell Aunt Leli to tell him about me? He must have just checked my situation. Do I still hate him and do I live here alone?"

"So that conversation with the next-door neighbor that stirred up your anxiety?"

"Rubber, sir. At first I was worried about Bagas and his tant. I want to tell Bagas, that the investigation he did was discovered by Bram. But when I called, I heard Bram. I hurried to shut it down. My hair bristles when I hear his voice. I don't know why. From there I became worried. There is an urge to leave. Gotta go as soon as you can."

"He can tell someone else, sir. There's no way he'd risk getting caught" Johan said.

"Yes. It could have been. But remember, we don't have any proof yet. Do not just accuse. My instincts are telling the truth. But not necessarily Bram is behind it. So, it just so happened to be afraid of him, who came to someone else. In other words, the culprit is a real robber who has got information that this house is only inhabited by a teenage girl with her maid. Then you're considered an easy target."

"And that tomato sauce, sir? Mirror rupture? Also messing with my stuff in the room? Why would they do that? For me it was a tantrum of anger because the wanted man was gone. While the loot is only small in value."

Arman pondered for a moment. "Shortly don't conclude so first. Think about. The logic and reasonableness of criminals can be different from ours. What is unnatural to us, makes them natural. So, don't infer who the culprit is from the consequences of the behavior."

Dinda became lethargic. "Yes. We always need concrete evidence and eyewitnesses."

"really so. We must not wrongly arrest and accuse people." Arman said kindly, half amusing. He felt sorry to see Dinda's grief.

"Well, what about Frida's disappearance, sir?"

"Who is Frida?" asked Arman in wonder.

"Oh, the case was recorded in Tanah Abang Police, sir," Johan explained. He initially refused to tell. But since Dinda had already put forward, then he was forced to tell.

"Well, there's a lot of stories, yeah," Arman said in amazement. "Has Bram not been questioned about Frida?"

"He said sir. But he said he didn't know. He does know Frida but she says she's not familiar."

"Yes. Was difficult. Your conclusion that Bram was involved in the case is also difficult to prove. First, Frida was not found. So who can tell if he's alive or dead? Second, no eyewitnesses saw them go both ways on the last day of Frida's presence in her flat. But I sympathize with the effort and effort you put into investigating. If I may give you advice, beware of your words and accusations. He can falsely accuse you of defaming his good name. For example, the story of Dinda to Bagas, could have been considered as an incitement to damage the integrity of his household."

"But I told you about it with the intention of protecting you, sir. Don't let Aunt Maya become a victim because she doesn't know anything. By believing my story then he can be careful," Dinda denied.

Arman's head bobble. "I guess, believe it or not, he will definitely be affected. And furthermore, maybe their relationship can be intact as before. Think about. How could we possibly be calm coexisting with someone accused of being a murderer and possibly be willing to kill us as well? Well, even sleep can not be good and eat bad. How about being killed in bed and food poisoned?"

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