The capture of Hunter and the news of his confession quickly became the focus of the entire city. Headlines flooded in like a deluge, showcasing the atrocities of this deranged killer to the public. At a press conference held by the police, a spokesperson calmly and firmly announced that Hunter had confessed to murdering at least three victims, including an elderly couple from the crime scene. Their photographs appeared on the news screen, their faces bearing ordinary and serene smiles, creating a stark contrast to their tragic fate.
When James saw the report at home, he couldn't help but burst into laughter, his voice echoing eerily in the empty living room. He knew that everything was unfolding like a meticulously crafted drama. The deaths of the elderly couple could have raised more questions, but now all attention was focused on Hunter, this infamous social outcast who had naturally become the scapegoat.
"Just as planned," James murmured to himself, dark satisfaction gleaming in his eyes. He watched Hunter's twisted, gaunt face on the screen, his smile growing more sinister. This pathetic man was burdened with all the blame, while Hunter's unbelievable "exaggerated" performance completely captivated both the police and the media. His actions were so brutal, his killings so merciless, that it was hard to believe this was his first offense. Hunter's behavior led many to speculate that he might be a long-hidden serial killer who had merely been lurking in the shadows until now.
Panic spread through society as news channels continuously analyzed Hunter's "psychological state" and "criminal history," eager to uncover more clues about additional murders. The police further portrayed Hunter as a cold-blooded killer, linking him to other unsolved homicides. For the citizens, Hunter's arrest and confession became a convenient excuse to alleviate urban panic—people needed a killer, someone they could hate and punish.
The city desperately sought a sacrifice to quell the chaos, and Hunter, once an unknown figure, had now undoubtedly become the ideal offering. Society required him to bear all the sins, even surpassing his actual crimes. His capture was a convenient outlet for everyone to temporarily escape from the harsh truth.
James looked at the screen with pride; this social witch hunt had undoubtedly pushed Hunter toward his doom while providing him with perfect cover. This abandoned and trampled individual had ultimately surrendered his soul amidst madness. The clues that could have exposed him were now drowned in Hunter's bloody actions, and no one would suspect the true mastermind behind it all—himself.
"Hunter, you truly live up to expectations..." James sneered softly, his smile growing ever more pronounced as if everything were just a game and he had successfully claimed ultimate victory.
However, the real plan was only just beginning. James understood everything unfolding before him; Hunter's frenzied killings were not merely a bloody sacrifice but rather a trap he had meticulously set to incite an even greater storm. This storm was crucial for advancing his scheme to the next level.
Hunter's brutal actions and the bizarre behavior behind them quickly became media sensations. The already anxious news outlets sensed an air of morbid fascination. They spared no effort in reporting every detail about Hunter, eager to keep everyone's attention firmly locked on this horrific event. Rituals, slaughter, mysterious symbols... every keyword flashed incessantly on screens. Headlines repeatedly emphasized terms like "cult," "Dark Magic," and "unknown forces," these symbolic words striking at people's nerves and rapidly spreading panic while elevating the context of this massacre to supernatural levels.
"The truth hidden behind cult rituals!"
"Does Dark Magic really exist? Experts analyze the mysterious implications of Hunter's case!"
"The terrifying sacrifice: Is Hunter's behavior related to ancient dark rituals?"
These headlines overwhelmed major news platforms, captivating countless readers, viewers, and netizens with such reports. Self-proclaimed "experts" emerged from everywhere, discussing on television and online forums whether there was a deeper meaning behind Hunter's actions. Some claimed it was a revival of ancient cults; others suggested it was connected to long-lost Dark Magic. These voices grew louder as Hunter's case became increasingly convoluted, turning news programs into breeding grounds for conspiracy theories.
James watched everything unfold, a sinister smile curling at the corners of his mouth. This was precisely the outcome he desired—when chaos and panic reached their peak, it would be his true stage. The nonsensical ramblings of those "experts" and the media's exaggerated coverage provided him with the perfect cover. He knew that as the situation escalated, he would inevitably find himself at the center of the storm, and he was already prepared for it.
Sure enough, it wasn't long before James received numerous invitations from television stations and news programs, hoping he could appear as a Historical Expert to interpret this case shrouded in darkness and mystery, particularly regarding the historical background of Dark Magic.
As James perused these invitations, he couldn't help but laugh out loud. How ironic! These media outlets, desperate for the truth, and the public, eager for answers, had no idea they were walking right into his trap. He, James, was not only the playwright behind this drama but would also take to the stage himself to deliver them the most captivating performance.
He opened one of the invitation emails and smiled as he whispered to himself, "It's time for them to hear the real story... but only the parts I want them to know."
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