Observe everybody | Chapter three - Churston Agatha Christie: The ABC Murders Guide
Last update: 11 May 2016
During the talk with Arthur you will get a Neversharp pen. Look at the guests.
First look at the couple on the sofa. Click Donald and make observation of him (three clues). Notice his dark circles, shaving cut and tense hands.
Do the same with Megan Barnard (three clues). Notice that she is looking at Donald, and also her earring and a necklace.
Now look at Arthur and Franklin. Click on both of them to hear Poirot's commentary. Do the same with ladies on the sofa - Thora and Mary.
During the dialogue ask Megan the reason for this meeting (3 ego points), agree that the subject creates a feeling of discomfort (1 ego point + 1 ego point) or tell Donald to get a grip on himself (1 ego point). Ask Megan why Betty didn't say anything (1 ego point).
If you tell Megan to not hurry or agree that the subject creates a feeling of discomfort, you will get the trophy Small donkey (if you didn't get it earlier) or if you did you will get a trophy Medium donkey (in case that it is your fourth mistake).
LITTLE GREY CELLS
Is the killer clever?
- Indeed. Let us look again at this murder if you please. You will see that the murderer carried it out to perfection.
Is the killer sure of himself?
- Killed when the street was packed with people... That's rather bold!
Is the killer a seducer?
- The man seduced Betty before taking her to the beach where he strangled her.
Does the killer like trains?
- ...A passenger time table! Maybe the murderer likes trains?
Is the killer impulsive?
- The killer is methodical and prepares his crime meticulously. He never forget to leave his intriguing signature behind...
Is the killer generous?
- Without the ABC, we might have suspected Mr Ascher and Mr Fraser. But, by signing his crimes, the murderer is making sure that he is accused. In a way, it is very generous of him. (10 ego points).
Ask Mary what is bothering her (3 ego points) or point out that she is short of money for the train (1 ego point).
After this meeting you will get a trophy Nietzsche moustache.
LITTLE GREY CELLS
What do the victims have in common?
- Mrs Ascher took a cough medicine.
- Betty had problems with her voice.
- Sir Carmichael Clarke was a famous retired doctor (5 ego points).
For ending another part of Whitehaven you will get a trophy Curve and swoop moustache.