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An elderly man dies mysteriously at home, and Lauriston, the young man who first discovered the body, becomes the main suspect. As the investigation progresses, the case becomes more confusing: new victims appear one after another, and an orange-yellow diamond worth 80,000 pounds and a large amount of cash mysteriously disappear. Two Chinese with braids and a Japanese came into the police sight. Who is the real murderer behind the scenes? How should Lauriston prove his innocence?

J. S. Fletcher is an outstanding representative of the golden age of British detective novels. He is famous for his complex plot design, exquisite reasoning logic and distinctive characterization. His works are always full of suspense, and it is difficult for readers to uncover the truth until the last moment. This article "The Core of the Incident" continues Fletcher's consistent style, bringing readers into an interlocking mystery. As the story unfolds, every detail may become a key clue, and every character seems to be hiding a dark secret.