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The Cherry Blossom Festival enveloped the town of Sakura in a vibrant tapestry of pink and white, the air thick with the scent of blooming cherry blossoms. Laughter and music echoed through the streets, a stark contrast to the grim scene unfolding in the artist's studio. Detective Aiko Tanaka arrived at the scene, her heart racing as she stepped over the threshold, the festive sounds fading into a haunting silence. The studio was dimly lit, the only illumination coming from a single overhead bulb that flickered ominously. Aiko's keen eyes scanned the room, taking in the chaotic array of unfinished canvases, brushes strewn about, and the unmistakable metallic scent of blood.
At the center lay the body of Kazuki Yamamoto, a prominent artist, sprawled lifelessly on the floor, his paint-splattered hands frozen mid-gesture. Aiko knelt beside him, noting the deep gash on his neck, a clear sign of foul play. She carefully pulled on her gloves, ensuring the chain of evidence remained intact as she examined the area.
'Detective Tanaka, you’re not supposed to be here,' barked Chief Matsumoto, his voice laced with irritation as he stepped into the room, arms crossed. Aiko felt the familiar sting of dismissal but focused on the task at hand.
'We need to secure the scene, Chief. There might be evidence in his sketches,' she replied, pointing to a canvas depicting a shadowy figure lurking in the background.
Matsumoto scoffed, but Aiko’s instincts urged her to dig deeper. As she stood, she caught a glimpse of a crumpled letter peeking from beneath a nearby easel. The words 'jealousy' and 'rivalry' leapt out at her, igniting a fire of determination within.
With the festival's joy outside, Aiko vowed to uncover the truth behind the artist's demise, knowing that beauty often masked darker truths...
So, what do you think was the reason behind Kazuki's death? (I know you're thinking what I'm thinking...)