The Mysterious Affair At Styles

In here, I was writing about famous case is the case of styles. Poirot and his family asked me to investigate what really happened with sensational issues. I’d like to tell about situation which has involved me.

After I treated several months in the hospital, I got sick leave a month. Because I do not have a family, I do not know what I would do during the sabbatical. When I met John Cavendish. Although we did not get too close, but we felt it was many years did not meet. He was fifteen years older than me. When I was young I used to play to Styles. We talk about the past. And our conversation ended when John invited me to Styles and her mother would have been pleased. They living at home, Styles Court were bought by his father. When his father died, his stepmother who inherited his house and most of the pension of his father.

However, his stepmother was a generous woman, who likes to make her own plans, and others should follow it. Lawrence is the son of the younger, brother of John, like the literature even though he had his degree to become a doctor but he did not like it. John Cavendish had worked as a lawyer, but he preferred as a farmer in the countryside.

I was surprised when John said that his mother married again. John told me about the complaint against her fiancé. Her fiancé came in and claimed his cousin of Evie. Evie is a servant in the home of John, always accompanies her mother everywhere and she’s nice. So we were surprised when the mother announced she and Alfred were engaged. Alfred was helping his mother and has the characteristics of thick black beard and always wore boots. However my mother’s free to choose.

Three days later, I arrived at the station Styles St. Mary. John waited for me at the station. The station looking strange. The air was hot this month. John saw plains stretching Essex green and quiet. Hard to imagine that there was once a war. On the trip John told me about his activities and the activities of his wife. Actually they’re like their lives before Afred come. John also tells about Cyhntia. Cyhintia is a foster child's mother. Mom helped her and she lived with us since two years ago.

Then we arrived in front of the great old house. John introduced me to Evie. After that we enjoyed a lovely afternoon tea under the trees sycamore.

John talks about how met his wife, Mary. Mary has a slim body, brown eyes, and a soft voice. John will not be forgotten in his memory. Then I told of occasions that happened at the hospital. After that I met with Mrs. Inglethorp who greeted me kindly. Mrs. Inglethorp introduced me to Alfred.

I looked at Alfred with curiosity. In my heart said, he does seem strange. I would not be surprised if John hated him. I saw Mrs. Inglethorp and Mr. Alfred is very affectionate, mutual complement each other. They talked about the implementation of the upcoming bazaar.

Mr.Alfred asks my job as a military. I was told about who I wanted to be a detective. They talk about the murder. According to Evie, murder is an act of a violent criminal, the more reasonable men do. Then Mary said, are not in the poisoning.

Not long after Cyhntia arrived at home. Then Mrs. Inglethorp introduces me to Cyhntia. Then John takes me to a room overlooking the garden. John left me and a few minutes later from the window I saw him walking around holding hands with Cynthia Murdock on the lawn. I heard Mrs. Inglethorp call * Cynthia "impatiently, and the girl ran back into the house. At the same time, I saw a man come out of the shadows of the trees and walk in the same direction. His face was clean-shaven but looked melancholy and keep emotions hidden. He looked toward the window and I could see his face, He was Lawrence Cavendish. I do not know what is hidden behind a face that keeps emotions. Finally, I turn to my own thoughts.

This morning the sun was shining brightly. I do not see Mary until this afternoon. John tells to Mary that Evie resigns after she was argument with Alfred. Because Evie told that Alfred is the man who cannot be trusted. He will kill Mrs. Inglethorp in bed, and Alfred is an unfaithful. John and Mary trying to hold Evie to not get out of the house. But it’s useless. I was surprised when Evie whispered to me to keep Mrs. Inglethorp. I said yes what is asked Evie. Evie warned that John is very dangerous.

Suddenly there came an old man Dr. Baurestein toxicologists mary's friends to the house. After the incident was John invited me to the streets surrounding the Styles. John said that he did not have any money. Vague suspicions appear and fulfill my mind. Overall I feel a disaster coming.

I arrived at Styles on the 5th of July, I'll tell you what happened on May 16 and July 17. Two days later, I received a letter from Evie. She tells that she worked as a nurse in a large hospital. Marry The letter contained "disturbing mind one thing is the relationship with Dr. Mary. Bauerstein”

On Monday July 16th, the day that there was a mess. During the morning we were all busy, decorate the venue for the bazaar. I see the attitudes of John are not as common. At 7o’clock Mrs. Inglethorp called me for dinner. The show was very successful. Mrs. Inglethorp got applause from the audience.

Next day, Mrs.. Inglethorp and Lawrence invited me to attend the lunch at Mrs.Rollcston. When we go home, Lawrence invited me to visit Cynthia workplace. Actually Mrs. Inglethorp wanted to join but he still had business to be done. Finally we can see Cynthia. She took us to the room and introduced her friend Nibs to us. After we talked, we back to home together.

I see a difference in Lawrence. The nature of the cold Lawrence yesterday now has melted. On the trip we stopped at the post office. I remember that I need a stamp. Accidentally I met Poirot. And I introduced Poirot to Cynthia and Lawrence. Cynthia unexpected turns familiar with Poirot. Poirot was a young man extraordinary. Because he was a detective. He was able to finish his cases.

We arrived home. When we entered, Mrs. Inglethorp came out of her room. Her face looked angry and sad. Then Mrs. Inglethorp had us for dinner. Mrs. Inglethorp was resting in her room. Not long after Mary came up to me asking where Mrs. Inglethorp.

When I passed the room Mrs. Inglethorp, I heard a conversation between Mary and Mrs. Inglethorp. Then I went to Cynthia. Cynthia told me that Mrs. Inglethorp and Alfred have fight. Actually I wanted to talk to John, but he was not there. I was thinking, what the fuss Mary Cavendish? Then, came Dr. Baurestein with dirty muddy conditions.

At midnight I was awoken by Lawrence. He holds a candle and a confused face. Lawrence told that Mrs. Inglethorp was sick and she was locked in his room. I was shocked and immediately following Lawrence. John walked with us to the uneasy attitude. We hear the voice of her room. Alfred was not with us. We tried to get through the room Alfred. But Alfred was not there. We kept trying to open the door Mrs. Ingethorp. Finally, break it opens. We saw Mrs. Inglethorp was in pain. Then John told the maid to call the doctor.

I saw Lawrence I never saw him as pale as guy. His face looked as white as chalk. His hands were shaking. And he was holding melted wax dripping on the carpet. His eyes were frightened stare at a point on the wall. He seems to see anything. It seem like Mrs.Inglethorp had stopped pain.

I heard a scream. The sound turned out to voice Mrs. Inglethorp was in pain. John and Mary helped give brandy to Mrs. Inglethorp. But it's useless. Finally dr. Baurestein come. Mrs. Inglethorp shouted mention "Alfred-Alfred" and then she died. Dr.baurestein kept trying to wake Mrs.Inglethorp but it was too late. Dr. Wilkins, personal doctor of Mrs. Inglethorp came. John explains what happened to Mrs. Ingethorp to Dr. Wilkins. But Dr. Wilkins said that she was tired and did not want total rest.

Dr.. Bauerstein noticed Dr. Wilkins. His eyes remained fixed on the doctor
when he spoke. Then dr. Bauerestein want to talk to Dr. Wilkins. We left the room and there are only two doctors. I told Mary that seems Mrs. Inglethorp was poisoned. Then Mary screamed and left me. I tried to chase her but is prohibited. John and Lawrence were in the dining room. I told where Alfred is. John said I don’t know. His absence was strange and incomprehensible. I am reminded of the words of the last Mrs. Inglethorp.

Finally two doctors down the stairs. Dr. Wilkins spoke to John. Dr. Wilkins asked for permission to investigate Mrs. Inglethorp. John said yes. I have been thinking about something, and I felt it was time to help it. I told John how that case addressed by his friend, Poirot. Then John handed everything to me. I found a medical book that provides information on poisoning
strychnine.

We headed to plantation of Poirot. When in the middle on my trip I see Alfred. Then I asked him where he was? And he told Dr.Wilkins when his wife died. After that I arrived at the lodge Leastways. I told the case to Poirot. I told how, the last words Mrs. Inglethorp, her husband's absence, an argument t that happened, conversation between Mary and Mrs. Inglethorp. Quarrel of Mrs. Inglethorp and Evie, and Evie innuendos.

After I told him what happened to Mrs. Inglethorp. Poirot asked what the food eaten of Mrs. Inglethorp! Finally I and Poirot headed to Mrs.Inglethorp house. On my way I kept thinking about the words Poirot, what’s ate Mrs. Inglethorp?
Poirot suspect that Mrs. Inglethorp Strychnine poisoning. Strychnine is a poison that works fast. But Poirot suspect’s effect occurs to Mrs. Inglethorp is very long.

When we came home, John met us. John says this incident should not be published. Then we go upstairs together and go into the room. Poirot locked the door from the inside, and then checked the room thoroughly. Poirot interested in the purple bag with the key. He checked the door how we open by force. Poirot find an empty cup. I regret why I did not care about the little things. Poirot tries liquid in the like a rum chocolate mix. Then Poirot adjust key found with a purple bag.

Poirot tries to open the contents of bag. But he did not have the right thinking. Poirot continued investigation. In the fireplace he found a piece of paper. Turns out it was a will and Poirot kept it. Poirot went into the examination room Alfred. Poirot also investigate Dorcas. Dorcas describes quarrel yesterday. And the key’s missing.

Poirot asked Dorcas to call Annie. Annie is a sweet girl. Poirot asks  letters made by Mrs. Inglethorp. Then Annie told her to Poirot to whom the letter. Annie answered all questions Poirot. I interrupted if Mrs. Inglethorp was poisoned. Or not?

After that we were to a family room. Poirot asked me to retell what happened that night. Poirot asked cups available to me. Then Poirot tasting coffee one by one. John came and made ​​us breakfast. We agree. It seems John is as usual.

Poirot asked opinions to John about his mother's death. John said, Lawrence says that mother experienced a case of heart attack. John said, Mary replied with a stiff voice. I noticed that Alfred is playing the role of a husband who left his wife dead. What he felt that we suspected. And we also suspect Mary, because she was mysterious. And Cynthia looks like sick.

Dorcas tell if Mr. Wells (Mrs.Inglethorp lawyers) to come. Then we headed to the workspace. John explained that the presence of Poirot for help that there are no inspection. Mr. Wells explained last wills. But Poirot said wills to Evie. I think, Mrs. Inglethorp give his inheritance to Evie.

Poirot said last wills made ​​Mrs. Inglethorp burning. Mr. Wells and John was surprised. Poirot calling Manning, a gardener. Then Manning came, John stared at full of questions at Poirot. Poirot asked about wills made ​​Mrs. Inglethorp yesterday afternoon and signed by Manning and William.

John and Mr. Wells had an argument. After that, Evie came. I followed John out of the room to see Evie. I feel so guilty when I looked at her eyes. To the point, Evie asked what Alfred has been arrested. Poirot said, must not accuse you Evie. According to Lawrence that's the attack of heart. Then Evie rudely explained that Alfred would kill Mrs. Inglethorp one day.

Poirot tries to calm Evie. Evie explain life of Mrs. Inglethorp. Then they came into the room Mrs. Inglethorp. Poirot was surprised when Mrs. Inglethorp bag was not locked and he sure was locked. Porcas very upset because the document is not there anymore. And they left the room.

I and Marry chat.  I ask proximity to Dr. Bauerestein. Suddenly I heard a noise Poirot. He does not trust anyone who was in that house. I went to Poirot and calm him. Then Poirot interrogated Cynthia. Finally Poirot can return his feelings.

Poirot explained the theory of the case that he investigated. I suspect  Alfred was the cause of death Mrs. Inglethorp. But Poirot disagrees with me. Then Poirot explained his opinion.

We have arrived at cottage Leastways, where Poirot and his friends live. Poirot took me up to his room. Suddenly, I saw a young man running around in a hurry. That Mr. Mace of drugstore. He heard that Mrs. Inglethorp died of poisoning. But he whispered not strychnine.

After that I was to room with Poirot. Poirot was silent. Then he issued his opinion on the death of Mrs. Inglethorp. There are two important things. First the weather, the second fact that Alfred wore strange clothes, black beards, and wears glasses. She will not forgive me if I let Alfred arrested now because one sentence could still be saved. I am confused by the statement Poirot.

Poirot was hard work before inspection time. He met and talked with Mr. Wells twice. I am offended that he did not invite me. When I'm walked out I met an old man who greeted me. I asked about Poirot.

I was imagining Alfred pleasure dating another woman but using his wife's money. Poirot seemed to have an obsession with one thing. That the time. Inspection held on Friday at Srylites Arms in the village. Beginning of the event run well. The jury examined the body and John gave evidence of identification.

Briefly Mrs. Inglethorp died of strychnine poisoning stated. I think this is illogical because strychnine unusual easily obtained and used for everyday purposes. I expect Mrs. Inglethorp coffee drinking approximately eight hours. But new symptoms that appear in the morning. And that means that the poison he drank around or after midnight.

All the witnesses called in the trial. They explained the chronology. Alfred rejected all allegations presented to him. Then tell us what really happened. There sit two men. He is Detective Inspector James Japp of Scotland Yard Jimmy Japp. That one is also from Scotland Yard. I looked at the two men. There is nothing to suggest that they were police.

Poirot pulled me aside when we came out of the Stylites Arms. He waited two people Scotland Yard. A few moments later they appear. Poirot talking to him. I approached them and introduced to Inspector Japp and his friend, Mr. Summerhaye. Mr. Summerhaye said he was clearly perpetrators. But I also wonder why he's so stupid.

From the evidence in the investigation, it is clear that Alfred who had killed his wife. Japp face turned grim though Summerhaye snorted doubt. Japp pull out his handkerchief and cleaned the sweat suddenly wet forehead. Poirot has vowed to defend it. And Alfred should not be detained.

If the evidence against Alfred vague and doubtful, it will be difficult to argue. But the killer has attracted so tight that way it will make a tear-free Alfred.

Poirot explained his opinion that Alfred was innocent. Everyone is believes that Alfred guilty. He is to be suspected. If he did not kill his wife, he remains a scoundrel, and things are hidden, which has nothing to do with murder.

Poirot had made a mistake. And Dorcas true. The quarrel took place late afternoon about four o'clock, as he said. I looked at him with curiosity. From the window we see the two detectives were waiting at the front.

The second coming of the Scotland Yard was a surprise, especially for John. Japp asked that the whole house, except the servants, gathered in the living room. Poirot politely pulled out a chair for everyone. Both the Scotland Yard was at the center of attention of all eyes.

We've read things like that and now we ourselves are a drama actor. Tomorrow morning, every newspaper across the UK will be published with the headline:

'MYSTERIOUS TRAGEDY IN ESSEX1' poisoned RICH WOMAN’

Poirot asked that all gathered here with one purpose. The purpose is related to Alfred. Poirot asked where you were at six o'clock last Monday? I, Hercule Poirot, confirmed that the man who entered the drug store and purchased strychnine at six o'clock last Monday was not Alfred, because at six o'clock the same day Alfred was accompanying Mrs. Raikes back to her home.

Everyone was stunned to hear the explanation Poirot. Japp want to see Mrs. bedroom. Inglethorp. After that it will have a word with the servants. When they are all out of the room, Poirot turned and motioned me to follow him to the top. After twenty minutes before Poirot came.

Poirot asks where’s John. John was in the room for a smoke. Poirot looking for him. John told the driver to prepare the car. Within ten minutes, we were speeding down the highway in the direction of Tadminster

Poirot asked, Is there someone that I suspected! I suspect that Evie did not tell everything she knew. The mind Poirot to Evie was she was deliberately poisoned Alfred, but somehow mistaken the victim is Mrs. Inglethorp. But I do not know how she does it. Everything is bizarre and absurd.

We got to Tadminster now and Poirot parked in front of Analytical Chemist. I asked them to analyze something, sample chocolates that I took from the pan in the bedroom.

The body of Mrs. Inglethorp was buried the next morning. That morning, the atmosphere was cheerful and fun breakfast for the first time since the tragedy Mrs. Inglethorp. The paper-loading paper incident with striking headlines, biographical dime every member of the family, subtle innuendos, and a little review of the police findings. Of course it is very annoying for Cavendish family. After breakfast, Dorcas approached me and asked if he could have a word.

Dorcas was reminded that John and Lawrence had a fantasy clothes. The crate was still in the loft, containing all kinds of strange weird clothes. Perhaps only in it there is a green dress. Then I tell Poirot. Then we checked out the clothes. After that Poirot found the beard.

Poirot want to find a friend in this case. Since I wasn’t there enough. Then Poirot thought that Evie is the right person. And Evie agreed. We worked together for a common purpose. They hide a secret which I do not know.

I've got a good chance to deliver a message to Lawrence from Poirot. I think now is I need to talk. Find the extra coffee-cup, and you will calm down. Poirot asked John to come have lunch with us at the table. But after biscuits and cheese circulated and Dorcas left the room, Poirot suddenly approached Mary.

After lunch, Poirot asked me to accompany him back to home. I really wanted him to feel my rigid stance. But I actually feel the warmth of Poirot. I think Poirot to be disappointed, but he was told that he was suspected and he was so happy. Poirot would like to see the dispensary Cynthia.

I walk in the park. I walked through the trail and ended up sitting at the foot of a large tree. I am a peaceful feeling, my heart increase cold. I also forgive Poirot. I thought about the killing, and I was stunned because it feels like a surreal scene. John and Mary Cavendish standing face to face and seems to be in a fight. Apparently they do not know that I was there. John repeated the words.

John was jealous because of the proximity of Mary with Bauerestein. Marry kept walking when John jumped up behind him and grabbed his arm. Then John told me how his life falling apart, from the death of her mother, journalist, and his personal life.

Suddenly appeared a thought in my head. I quickly analyzed. If this idea is correct, we'd all be relieved. I looked around carefully, then whispered. Dr. Bauerstein. I told Poirot reaction when he found out that Dr. Bauerstein Styles came to the day of death.

Suddenly a possibility landed on my head. I pray that it is not thought likely by John. I glanced at him. He was frowning. I sighed with relief because of the possibility that comes to my mind is: that Dr. Bauerstein might have had an accomplice.

Suddenly I remembered our first conversation when I just arrived. I remember the radiant eyes when she said that poison is a woman's weapon. How nervousness she was on Tuesday night.

Apparently afternoon tea is served under a sycamore tree, as in the day of my arrival. I sitting nearby and expressed a desire to visit the medicine Poirot. Then we were silent for a moment. As he looked toward Mary. For the first time I thought about her future. Mrs. Inglethorp did not give anything for her inheritance. But John and Mary would have asked him to stay with them-at least until the war ended.

After that Cynthia told me what she felt after Mrs. Inglethorp died. Without realizing I hold her hand and said, "You want to be my wife, Cynthia?" With her ​​bright face disappeared behind the trees. I feel disappointed. But suddenly the thought to go to the village to meet Bauerstein. I was surprised when Baurestein arrested. I have not heard any further, I immediately ran to where Poirot.

I became upset when told that Poirot does not exist because he was to London. What do Poirot in London? I told Dr. John detention. Baureistein. The next day I went to the village to find Poirot. I met Poirot and said that Dr. Baureistein been detained. Poirot surprised. Since Dr. Baureistein is a spy.

Baureistein utilize to investigate her. Mary does not care Baureistein because he loves someone else. Then Evie comes deliver brown paper with the letter J or L or T. Poirot asked something to Dorcas. Poirot looked happy. Then Mary came to me and asked about Poirot. Mary told him that he was not happy with John. And Mary told her before with John.

I want to meet with Poirot but he was not there. Because he was went to the drug store. The next day I wanted to see him again but he was not there. After lunch, Lawrence came to me and told me that extra cup Poirot has been found desirable.

Then I went to Poirot. And he was. I was told that Lawrence had found such an extra cup. Poirot was happy. Then he gave the photo prints. Suddenly Mary came and wanted to meet with me. And we walked to Styles.

The trial of John for the murder of her stepmother made ​​two months later. The sympathy and I am amazed at Mary Cavendish greater. He fought desperately to defend her husband. I tell that to Poirot. I told John Poirot opinion about Dr. Bauerstein that it was wrong. Dr. Bauerstein was eventually acquitted of the charges because of his ingenuity.

I asked Poirot whether John will be punished. But Poirot answered that he was would be free. In September we moved to London. Mary lived in a house in Kensington and Poirot was regarded as a family member. I myself worked in the War Office, so you can see them all the time.

On September 15, John tried on charges of "murder planned '. Prosecutors suggested to call witnesses to show how wasteful way of life of the accused, and show that the accused was in trouble serious financial. The prosecutor also stated that the accused had done affair with Mrs. Raikes. This was heard by her stepmother and two exciting fight on the afternoon before the tragedy happened. In earlier days, the accused bought strychnine at the village drug store by posing as someone else, that is, as Alfred.

One of the witnesses called to court John. The trial was closed and continue tomorrow morning. On our way home, Mary nags prosecutors. The first witness called in the next morning is Detective Inspector Japp. He gave a brief testimony. Lawrence then called.

The trial is being complicated. It seems there are great expectations for John Cavendish to escape the charges. Mary Cavendish entered the room a moment later. Mary asks about asking Poirot garage. I quickly looked out the window. Indeed, he's out. Mary asks what happened. Suddenly an idea popped into his head.

Poirot's departure suddenly it made us more curious, Sunday morning has arrived, but Poirot has not shown up. But about three o'clock, we heard a noise outside. Apparently Poirot out of the car followed by Japp and Summerhaye.

Am I allowed to hold meetings in your living room? He asked. Once all assembled, Poirot stand of his chair with the attitude of a popular speaker. Then Poirot explained one by one the evidence he found.

Poirot explanation was confirmed by Mary. Then Poirot went on to explain further. Poirot paused, looking at Mary. "Messieurs, Mesdames, I introduce you to the murderer, Mr. Alfred Inglethorp and Evie!" Poirot said.

We sat in the library after a few busy days. In the basement of John and Mary had reunited, was arrested Alfred and Evie authorities. Then Poirot to explain the reasons Alfred and Evie arrested. After that Poirot had thought that the killing Mrs Cynthia. Inglethorp. But Lawrence was trying to protect Cynthia because she fell in love with Cynthia. And finally they live happily. And Evie and Alfred detained in jail.