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As Jason continued to question the other passengers on the train, the clues of the case began to unfold into a more complex and murky path. Each passenger's background seemed to hide a layered story, and Fernandez's death was the intersection of all these entanglements.
Jason noticed that Maria Sanchez—a young woman from Spain, who appeared both fragile and resolute—seemed to have a deeper connection with the victim. In their conversation, Jason learned that Maria's father had been a business partner of Fernandez. The two had established a strong bond during a large-scale investment, but shortly after, Maria's father mysteriously disappeared and has been missing ever since. No matter how hard Maria tried, she could never find any concrete evidence regarding her father's disappearance; all leads faded into a fog of uncertainty.
Jason could feel the anger and pain in Maria's eyes; her deep-seated outrage over her father's disappearance was evident in her tone. Her views on Fernandez were filled with contradictions—on one hand, she saw him as a ruthless business "monster," while on the other, she admitted that she had never truly wished for his death; she simply wanted to know the truth. Her emotions were complex and conflicted, which made Jason very alert.
“If he really caused my father's death, then I should feel relieved,” Maria's words were calm and heavy, yet they revealed an uncontrollable anger and sense of liberation. “But honestly, I never truly wanted him dead. I just want to know the truth; I want an answer.”
Jason listened intently to every word, gradually painting a more intricate picture in his mind—Maria's relationship with Fernandez was not merely one of business rivalry but might also involve deeper personal grievances. Behind her father's disappearance seemed to lie an unspeakable secret, perhaps with Fernandez having some undisclosed connection to it. A thought flashed through Jason's mind: Was Maria's father's disappearance truly coincidental, or was it closely tied to some of Fernandez's unknown business dealings?
Jason did not directly respond to Maria's emotions; he knew he needed to approach the truth from a more rational perspective. He thanked her for the information and expressed his intent to continue searching for clues about her father's disappearance. In her gaze, there was a hint of helplessness and hope, as if she longed for that forever elusive mystery to finally be resolved in her life.
Meanwhile, Catherine Fernandez—Arthur’s wife—maintained her calm and elegant demeanor. Jason had already noticed that Catherine’s marriage had long been a mere formality; despite this, she still appeared on this trip and seemed to maintain some superficial connection with Arthur. She wore exquisite clothing and moved gracefully, but an undeniable sense of distance made Jason realize that Catherine must be hiding more secrets.
When Jason brought up her relationship with Victor Novak, Catherine’s expression changed instantly; her eyes became sharp and cold. Her reaction confirmed to Jason that this question touched upon something she was unwilling to discuss.
“Victor? He’s just a political activist,” Catherine chuckled lightly, her voice icy and tinged with disdain. “His relationship with Arthur? Just some social acquaintances; nothing special.”
However, Jason knew that every word Catherine spoke deserved careful consideration. Victor Novak was known for his radical stance as a political activist; his words and actions often challenged authority and sparked widespread public debate. Catherine attempted to downplay their relationship, but Jason could sense some concealment in the subtle shifts in her tone. He couldn’t help but think that Victor’s political background might intersect with Fernandez’s business schemes. As a business tycoon, Arthur was likely connected to Victor in ways that Jason had yet to uncover.
“You’re right, Catherine,” Jason replied calmly. “Perhaps your relationship with Victor isn’t as complicated as people think, but I believe there are still many things I need to understand.”
Catherine’s gaze flickered momentarily before she quickly regained her composure and casually said, “You can investigate anything you want to know, Jason. But no matter how you look into it, Arthur’s death has nothing to do with me.”
Jason was not in a hurry to respond to her answer. He knew that behind Catherine's calm demeanor lay secrets that were not easily revealed. She was not as naive as she appeared, and her relationship with Victor might be the key to solving this case.
After finishing his conversation with Catherine, Jason understood that the mystery of the case was gradually taking shape, but each clue felt like a ghost in the fog, elusive and hard to grasp. He could sense that everyone's motives were intertwined and shifting, and behind this intricate web of corporate intrigue, there were likely deeper secrets waiting for him to uncover step by step.
As all the clues began to surface, Jason's investigation became increasingly complicated. On this train trapped by a snowstorm, anyone could be the mastermind behind the crime, and he was inching closer to a shocking conclusion.
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