The night was silent, save for distant whispers. A figure slipped through shadows, cloaked in darkness. Footsteps echoed softly, betraying a hidden path. The mansion loomed, its windows like hollow eyes. Inside, a party buzzed with false cheer. Guests mingled, unaware of the lurking danger. A waiter paused, his tray slightly askew. Eyes darted, suspicious glances exchanged in the crowd. A scream pierced the air, shattering the calm. Murder had arrived, its presence now undeniable.