First, Natasha tracked down Hans, who had grown up alongside the Jones sisters in the same orphanage. Hans revealed to Natasha that since Jones Yu's departure, Jones Lin had gradually changed, often talking to herself when alone. She would reassure herself that everything would get better, a habit that persisted until the year she left the orphanage. According to Hans, Jones Lin had mentioned a boyfriend named Kaida Sear, an artist with exceptional talent, much like the sisters. However, Kaida Sear seemed to have a mental disorder, with an obsession for perfection and an unusually high demand for art.
Hans informed Natasha that he had noticed scars on Jones Lin's arms but refrained from prying. Motivated by this information, Natasha decided to seek out Kaida Sear, hoping to learn more about Jones Lin's condition.
Despite her efforts, Natasha couldn't find any leads on Kaida Sear. Frustrated, she returned to Hans, hoping he might provide more information about Kaida. However, Hans admitted he had never met Kaida Sear either; all his knowledge came from Jones Lin.
Natasha was shocked that Jones Lin had never shared this with her. Hans recalled that Jones Lin had once given him a carved mask by Kaida Sear, resembling the smiling mask of Jones Yu but with a weeping expression. Natasha and Hans decided to investigate the mask further, suspecting it might hold the key to unraveling the mystery.
At Hans's home, Natasha discovered the weeping mask and, in the same spot, found the engraving of Jones Lin's original name. This discovery left both Natasha and Hans astonished. Hans questioned why Jones Lin would attribute his work to someone else, but Natasha had a hunch.
Natasha tracked down Jones Lin, who had been released from the hotel, and confronted her with the mask. Jones Lin countered by asking how Natasha had found the mask. Natasha claimed an old friend had given it to her, a lie. Natasha straightforwardly told Jones Lin that she believed she had dissociative identity disorder, and the so-called Kaida Sear was just another alter personality.
Jones Lin began to spiral into confusion and madness, vehemently denying having multiple personalities. She repeated incessantly that she wasn't fragmented, venting her emotions by throwing and smashing objects around her. Natasha rushed to suppress her and called for backup. Medical personnel arrived, but Jones Lin continued to resist, even threatening the staff with a needle.
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In this critical moment, Natasha's senior colleague, Fiona, arrived with a tranquilizer gun and shot Jones Lin. She collapsed weakly, murmuring that she wasn't fractured. Medical staff took Jones Lin away and administered a sedative.
After the incident, while resting with Fiona, Natasha expressed gratitude to her for intervening. Fiona recounted her conversation with Jones Yu, describing her as extraordinarily intelligent and cunning, possessing a greater depth of strategic thinking than seasoned politicians. Fiona also shared that her many scars were from the time they pursued Jones Yu – a profoundly dangerous psychopathic killer. When Natasha inquired about Jones Lin, Fiona responded that her life seemed quite ordinary, with no knowledge of Kaida Sear. She suspected that both Jones sisters might suffer from mental disorders. Natasha agreed, suggesting that Jones Yu's apparent insanity might be a reaction to her sudden realization of her condition. As Fiona departed, she advised Natasha to be cautious about delving too deeply into the Jones sisters' case, citing higher-ups' instructions and mentioning anonymous threatening emails and calls she had received.
Natasha absorbed Fiona's description, becoming even more vigilant. The case of the Jones sisters and its underlying secrets intrigued her deeply. Fiona's warning hinted at the presence of powerful forces meddling in the situation.
Natasha acknowledged the wisdom in Fiona's counsel but resolved to continue the investigation with caution. She believed that uncovering the truth was vital for the sisters' redemption and the long-term well-being of the community. Back in her office, Natasha reviewed the case files of Jones Yu and Jones Lin. She decided to approach the investigation from various angles and sources, aiming to uncover more clues and evidence.
Several days later, Natasha received an anonymous email. While the sender remained nameless, the content was rife with threats and intimidation. The email warned Natasha to cease her deep investigation into the Jones sisters' case, or face dire consequences. Undeterred by the threat, Natasha was determined to press on, convinced that unveiling the truth was crucial to solving the entire case.
Natasha continued to engage with Jones Yu and Jones Lin, striving to better understand their mental states and histories. She also sought the assistance of psychologists and experts to gain a deeper insight into the sisters' conditions and illnesses. Natasha resolved to delve further into the past and present of the Jones sisters while cautiously handling potential threats and interference. She firmly believed that only by revealing the truth could she bring genuine redemption to the Jones sisters and lasting tranquility to the community.
(End of Chapter 5)