Dark clouds loomed, foreboding, as Detective Chase approached the mansion. Police lights flashed, illuminating the grand but eerie facade within. Behind the mansion's wrought-iron gates, an ominous stillness hung heavy. In the distance, the mournful wail of sirens pierced the night air. At the front door, a uniformed officer stood guard, expression grim. "Detective, thank God you're here," he said, voice grave and urgent. "The victim is inside, upstairs, in the master bedroom." Heart pounding, Detective Chase ascended the creaking staircase, senses sharp. As he crossed the threshold, the grisly scene came into view.