The Mechanics of MurderStopping only at the pre-arranged collection point to pick up her lethal box of aconite- laced treats, the Chocolate Woman made her way to the designated address in Guildford as per her instructions. As a believable representative of a major confectionery manufacturer complete with wig and fake identity card she had no trouble in convincing newsagent Arminder Patel of her credentials. When she explained that she was in the area to promote a new line in luxury chocolates, Mr Patel was at first dismissive of her sales pitch, assuming that the cost of the product would be too high in order for him to make a profit on the goods. He suggested that she try some of the larger independent retailers as she had explained that the large supermarket chains were already `on board
