# MuSR / 

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{"choices":"['Patrick', 'Alvin']","narrative":"In the aftermath of a devastating home explosion that claims the life of Angela, seasoned Detective Winston hones in on two prime suspects: Patrick and Alvin.\n\nDetective Winston grimly regarded the charred remains of Angela's home, considering the pieces of evidence. Home explosions were not commonly dealt with in his line of work, though he knew very well that such explosives were often used in demolitions. \n\nWith such knowledge, he was reminded of a local surfing instructor who also took part in an unconventional part-time job that would put him in frequent touch with explosives, training weekly on handling and disposal. This wasn't his usual surfing job but his part-time work as a demolition worker. This was no doubt, Patrick.\n\nFinding his interview notes with Patrick, Winston decided it was time to speak with him again. Winston had known Patrick through his work, not because he surfed but because of his other role in demolition, an occupation that naturally involved a great deal of work with explosives.\n\nWinston set off to the beach in search of Patrick, eventually spotting him as he was patiently teaching a young boy how to ride the waves. \"Patrick!\" he called out to him.\n\nRecognizing Winston, the man navigated back to shore on his surfboard with a practised ease. \"Detective Winston,\" he greeted, wiping the saltwater off his face. \"How can I help you?\"\n\n\"Just a few questions,\" Winston replied. He opened his notebook to a page of carefully penned notes about Patrick's financial troubles. \"I heard that you've been having some trouble... getting into a failed investment, left with a sizeable debt?”\n\nPatrick's face tightened, but he nodded in admission. \"That's right. Lost all my savings, even borrowed a huge amount from Angela, but the investment went under.\"  \n\n\"Angela had been lending you money, huh?\" Winston asked, wanting to confirm the loan from Angela. \"And you haven't been able to pay her back because you lost your main job?\"\n\n“That’s correct, detective,” the man answered, his face grim with the weight of his troubles.\n\n\"Angela ever threaten to, oh, say, call the police on you?\" Winston casually asked, inspecting the worn strap of his watch.\n\nPatrick hesitated before finally sighing and admitting, \"Yes, she did. More than once. I guess she had enough of my money problems and empty promises.\"\n\nSomewhat satisfied, Winston took down the latest confession. Glancing around the beach, he then asked, \"You were around Angela's house the evening of the explosion?\" \n\n\"Detective... it's not far from here, I often pass by when I go home,\" Patrick replied, his face tense at the questioning.\n\n\"Well, nobody else was around her place at that time,\" Winston mentioned, \"Just an interesting fact.\"\n\nIn the awkward silence that followed, Winston then asked about the part that bothered him the most. \"You use explosives much with your part-time work and your frequent training, Patrick?\" \n\nPatrick seemed to straighten, “I have, yes, in controlled environments and with appropriate permits.” His voice was firm, perhaps a little defensive.\n\n\"Right, part of the job, I guess,\" Winston nodded, closing his notebook. Not another word was spoken between them as he walked away, leaving a nervous Patrick behind.\n\nWinston gave a slow pull from his coffee as he sat across from Alvin, the typically even-tempered delivery man whose vehicle was loaded and ready for his daily route through town. Alvin's calm demeanor had earned him a reputation among the townsfolk as reliable, if not a tad peculiar due to his habit of having his lunch beside graves. \n\nAlvin's reliable routine encompassed the entire town including the cemetery - on today's agenda, he'd be stopping at Angela's to drop off a package. His daily routines had put him on a first-name basis with Angela, as she always made a point to personally welcome him into her home when he arrived with her deliveries. \n\n\"So Alvin, any big plans for today?\" Winston asked, making casual conversation. \"Oh yes,\" Alvin replied, a spark in his usually placid eyes. \"I've just bought a vintage Victorian-era coffin from an auction. Also, I am picking up some decommissioned explosives from a contact in the military. They're for a historical display I'm working on. Can't wait to get both set up in the living room.\"\n\nThis interest didn't surprise Winston. Alvin was known to frequent antique shops, specifically those that boasted a range of mortuary relics. It was odd, sure, but Alvin being odd was one of the few things that gave him character. \n\n\"Did you know Angela?\" he asked Alvin in a low tone, a hint of suspicion in his voice. Alvin nodded, \"Yes. I deliver her packages regularly. Also,\" he said after a pause, \"I was due to deliver a package to her today.\"\n\nThat tidbit of information Winston knew. Angela was home that day to get her package, but she had not been prepared for what the delivery contained. The investigation revealed that the fatal box delivered to Angela's house was filled with explosives, and the only man who Winston knew had any experience with such devices was Alvin.\n\nAlvin’s past in the military gave him the exposure and knowledge about explosives that most people didn't have. It was common knowledge in their tight-knit community where personal histories were difficult to conceal. While this knowledge alone didn’t constitute evidence, it was certainly one fact of many that were swirling around in Winston’s head.\n\nAs Alvin got up to leave, Winston gave him a tight smile, \"I hope you enjoy setting up your new coffin and your explosives display, Alvin,\" he said. “Thank you,” Alvin replied, oblivious to any undercurrent in the conversation, his calm demeanor never wavering. \n\nWinston finished his coffee, his mind firmly focused on the explosion that had taken Angela's life, the package that had been delivered, and questions that were begging to be answered.","question":"Who is the most likely murderer?"}

Source: https://zayne-sprague.github.io/MuSR/

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