Rain poured on the cobblestone streets, drenching a lone figure. A faint cry echoed in the alleyways, unsettling the silence. Under the flickering gas lamps, a shadowy form lay motionless. A shiny object glinted near the figure, drawing attention. Curiosity piqued, the stranger edged closer. A chilling revelation greeted the onlooker: a lifeless hand clutched a bloody knife. Panic surged as footsteps echoed nearby; a desperate chase began. The hunt for the truth commenced in the stormy night.