After discovering strange symbols and mentioning mystical rituals, Arthur Havelock decided to explore this aspect more deeply. He knew that rituals could not only be a mystical element, but also have real significance in the context of an investigation. He turned to experts in the occult sciences and historians to study the symbolism of the ring and other objects associated with Lord Livingston.

His search led him to an ancient library where rare books and manuscripts devoted to the occult and ancient rituals were kept. Among them was a book containing detailed descriptions of rituals, which, as it turned out, were related to the symbols on the ring and the artifacts found.

Havelock began to analyze the rituals described in the book. These rituals were associated with ancient cults that worshipped dark forces and used magical symbols to achieve their goals. Some rituals involved sacrifices to gain power or protection. One of the symbols found on the ring was a special sign, which was described in the book as a "symbol of protection" and "the key to power."

As he delved deeper into the study of rituals, Havelock discovered several facts that radically changed his understanding of the crime under investigation. First, he found a mention of a ritual that was performed in the mansion on the night of the murder. It was a specific event related to the full moon and required the participation of several people.

Secondly, Havelock found out that Lord Livingston's ring could be the key to performing this ritual. The symbols on the ring and its features indicated that it was an important element for completing the ritual. These rituals, as it turned out, were not just mystical, but had real power and influence on the participants.

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These discoveries led Havelock to a new understanding of the possible motives and goals of the criminal. It turned out that the ritual associated with the ring could be used to achieve personal or financial goals. Perhaps someone from the lord's family or entourage sought to gain power or wealth through this ritual.

Havelock suggested that the murder may have been related to an attempt to complete a ritual that Lord Livingston may have been trying to prevent or change. This could be a motive for one of the suspects who would like to use the ritual to their advantage.

Based on new findings and ritual practices, Havelock revised the list of suspects. He began to take into account those who had an interest in occult practices or were familiar with rituals. This included not only family members, but also some servants and locals who might have connections with dark forces or mystical practices.

Havelock conducted additional interrogations, focusing on those who showed an interest in the occult sciences. He found out that several people in the mansion, including some of the servants, may have had access to information about rituals and were involved in discussions regarding the ring and symbols.

Havelock also discovered that the ring could be linked to secret societies or groups that had their own interests in the Livingston mansion and inheritance. This led him to the idea that the murder could have been part of a broader scheme or conspiracy.

The detective began to investigate the connections between family members and outside groups, using information obtained from correspondence, ritual records and testimonies of local residents. He discovered that behind the events that took place in the mansion, there were not only family disagreements, but also deeper and more complex connections with dark forces and mystical rituals.

Arthur Havelock knew that his work was not finished yet. The investigation of rituals and their connection to the murder opened up new horizons, but also posed new challenges to him. He had to conduct additional research, gather new evidence, and figure out how rituals and mystical practices could have influenced the events leading to Lord Livingston's death.