The plot thickens as Holmes, Watson, and Lestrade receive a visit from Alice Turner, who is engaged to James McCarthy, the main suspect in the murder. She vouches for James's innocence, setting Holmes off on his own investigation to find the truth. He's getting closer now - let his deductions fill your mind and relax you as this week's story helps you drift into peaceful sleep.

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Music: 'Permafrost' by Scott Buckley - released under CC-BY 4.0. - www.scottbuckley.com.au