The sweet scent of fresh-baked bread wafted through the air as the morning sunlight streamed through the windows of the Cozy Cupcake Bakery. The sound of sizzling pastries and gentle chatter filled the cozy atmosphere. "I heard the police found a suspicious letter opener on the scene." "Rumor has it, it was buried in the garden, next to the poor dear's body." "Goodness, how gruesome! I hope they catch the killer soon. This town is usually so peaceful." "I know, it's a shock. But I'm sure Detective James will get to the bottom of it. He's a clever man." "I remember when he moved to our town, he was a bit of a loner. But he's grown on us, hasn't he?" "Most definitely. Anyway, have you tried the new flavor of cupcake, Lemon Sunshine? It's divine!" "Mmm, no, not yet. But I'll have to get one to go. I'm running a bit late for my gardening club meeting." "Ah, don't forget to take some pictures of the beautiful flowers for the town's newsletter. And do be careful, with all the... unpleasantness going around." A friendly bell above the door jingled as the customer left, and the baker began to expertly pipe a border of creamy frosting onto a tray of freshly baked cupcakes.