Moonlit garden, tranquil, serene. A woman lies on cobblestones, motionless. Crushed rose petals stain her white dress. A dagger protrudes from her back, bloody. Shadows twirl around the lifeless body. Detective speaks low to uniformed officers. He inches closer to the grim scene. Kneels beside her, rests a gentle hand. Glances up at distant mansion windows. Someone watches, silent, unseen. Pocket watch ticks in the night air. He proceeds to search for clues nearby.