meet the suspects

Tess followed James as he introduced her to the suspects: Victor Petrov, a seasoned cosmonaut; Dr. Sophia Patel, a brilliant medical researcher; and Jamie Lee, a charming barista. Each of them seemed nervous, yet cooperative. "Can you tell me about your interactions with Emily Wilson?" Tess asked, trying to establish a baseline for their alibis. Victor Petrov towered over the room, his six-foot frame commanding attention. Dark brown eyes seemed to bore into Tess as he spoke, while his jet-black hair was neatly combed, giving him an air of suave confidence that belied his nervous demeanor. Victor Petrov spoke first, his Russian accent thick and deliberate. "I met Emily at a conference on space exploration. We discussed the ethics of space travel. I had no reason to harm her." Dr. Sophia Patel's presence was both captivating and intimidating. Her striking five-foot-nine frame belied a razor-sharp mind, her fiery red hair a testament to her bold spirit. Green eyes sparkled with intensity as she spoke, revealing the piercing intellect behind her sharp, angular features, drawing Tess in with an air of quiet confidence and authority. Dr. Sophia Patel's eyes darted between Tess and James before she began to speak. "Emily was working on a project to develop new treatments for space-related illnesses. She came to my lab for advice. I think she was more interested in understanding human physiology than... murder." Jamie Lee stood at six feet tall, with dark brown hair and warm brown eyes. A buzzed scalp revealed a balding spot, framing a heart-shaped face and charming smile. But maybe not so comfortable. Jamie Lee, the barista, shifted uncomfortably in his seat. "I met Emily at the coffee shop where I work. We talked about books and authors. I didn't think much of our conversation – we just exchanged a few pleasantries before she left." James interrupted Tess's train of thought by leaning forward and saying "Both Petrov and Patel are left handed." Tess's mind whirled as she looked at each person. She noticed inconsistencies, tiny cracks in their body language that hinted at deceit. But was it enough to prove guilt?

look around the room

look at the possible murder weapons