The sun shone brightly through the tall, ancient windows of the Victorian mansion. Detective Morgan Daleman stood outside, taking in the grandeur of Gildersleeve Manor. Stepping onto the ornate welcome mat, he couldn't help but feel a chill run down his spine. He'd been summoned here: Lady Margaret Gildersleeve's trusted butler, Sir Reginald, had been found lifeless in the library. A cryptic note on the marble pedestal beside the body read, 'The secret lies within the portrait'. With furrowed brows, Daleman strained his gaze at the opulent family portrait hanging above the fireplace. Something didn't quite add up. He needed more information about the deceased's relationships and possible motives. A stern-looking maid, dismissing him, said she'd heard nothing unusual, yet her eyes flickered nervously. Daleman thanked her but decided to investigate the library further. As he scanned the bounding bookcase, a sudden, sharp pain jolted him. His shoulder felt heavy, and he crumbled, staring at the marble pedestal. Seething, he worked on regaining his balance and mustered all his strength. For a moment, the room held its breath as he rose to his feet. Within the shadowed, dusty library, Detective Daleman embarked on his journey to unlock the enigma.