Chapter 5: The Suspects
The narrative delves deeper into the suspects’ lives:
Rajeev, whose ambition has driven him to participate in the fraud, is desperate to protect his reputation. His cold demeanor hides a ruthless determination.
Sonal, the mastermind of the scam, is calculating and manipulative. She fears that Madhavan’s nosiness could jeopardize her plans.
Deepa, who is in debt to Rajeev after borrowing money for personal reasons, feels trapped and anxious about her involvement.
Vishal, with his gambling addiction, has occasionally falsified records to cover his losses. His erratic behavior raises red flags.
Chapter 6: The Shadowy Figure
CCTV footage reveals a shadowy figure entering the pantry minutes before Madhavan’s death. The police intensify their questioning, leading to cracks in the suspects’ stories.
Flashbacks show Madhavan confronting Sonal about her actions. Though he doesn’t explicitly accuse her, his questions make her uneasy. Meanwhile, Aarti tries to dissuade Madhavan from taking matters into his own hands, fearing for his safety.Chapter 7: The Confession
The police focus on Sonal, who eventually confesses to her role in the fraud but denies killing Madhavan. She accuses Rajeev of becoming paranoid and suggests he may have silenced Madhavan.
Simultaneously, the police find Madhavan’s diary, which mentions an “anonymous helper.” The final entry suggests he was about to meet this person to share his findings.