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Summary

In 'Love or Money,' Chapter Seven unfolds with Sergeant Foster and Inspector Walsh investigating Molly Clarkson's murder. They interview family members, revealing secrets and motives. Albert seeks money for his wife's care, Roger hides job loss, and Diane admits taking money from her mother. Inspector Walsh suspects Jackie, who had a motive and opportunity. The truth unravels as he deduces Jackie poisoned Molly to be with Tom Briggs, her lover. The family's greed and secrets are exposed, leaving them wealthy but questioning happiness.

Takeaways

• 🕵️‍♂️ Sergeant Foster and Inspector Walsh are investigating Molly Clarkson's murder.
• 🏠 Inspector Walsh visits various locations, including Roger's office and Albert's house, to gather information.
• 📞 Inspector Walsh makes phone calls to inquire about Peter Hobbs and Tom Briggs.
• 🐶 The two dogs are significant characters, often accompanying Diane and providing a quiet presence.
• 💊 Molly Clarkson was killed by sleeping tablets placed in her hot milk.
• 🏡 Albert is revealed to be selling his house due to financial needs, which were not disclosed to Inspector Walsh.
• 📺 Diane is accused of taking money from her mother monthly, including for a television and a telephone.
• 🚗 Roger Clarkson is in financial trouble, having lost his job and needing money for his expensive lifestyle.
• 💔 Diane confesses to wanting to kill her mother but denies actually doing it.
• 🌧️ The weather changes to rain, providing a dramatic backdrop to the unfolding revelations.
• 🌹 Jackie is revealed to have had a past relationship with Tom Briggs and is accused of murdering her mother for financial and personal reasons.

Q & A

What was the main reason Inspector Walsh visited the Clarkson's house?

Inspector Walsh visited the Clarkson's house to investigate the murder of Molly Clarkson, as he believed he had discovered the true story behind her death.

Why was Albert angry when Inspector Walsh mentioned the house?

Albert was angry because Inspector Walsh revealed that they were selling the house next month due to financial needs, which Albert had not disclosed.

What was Diane's motive for accusing her mother of killing her father?

Diane accused her mother of killing her father because she believed her mother was responsible for his death, and she wanted his money.

Why did Roger's face turn red when Inspector Walsh mentioned his financial situation?

Roger's face turned red because he was embarrassed about losing his job and having no money, despite having an expensive lifestyle.

What was the significance of the two dogs in the story?

The two dogs symbolized the quiet and tense atmosphere in the room, as they came in and sat at Diane's feet, and later returned to sit again after Diane's emotional outburst.

Why did Inspector Walsh suspect Jackie of Molly Clarkson's murder?

Inspector Walsh suspected Jackie because she wanted Peter Hobbs to come to the house that night, she had a motive due to her relationship with Tom Briggs, and she had the opportunity to put the sleeping tablets in Molly's hot milk.

What was the role of Tom Briggs in the story?

Tom Briggs was the gardener who had a past relationship with Jackie and wanted the garden for his farm. His presence was used by Jackie to create a diversion and frame Peter Hobbs.

How did Inspector Walsh know about the empty bottle in Diane's bag?

Inspector Walsh knew about the empty bottle in Diane's bag because during previous conversations, someone mentioned finding the bottle in Diane's room, and Jackie later referred to Diane's bag, which led to the discovery.

What was the turning point in the investigation that led to Jackie's arrest?

The turning point was when Inspector Walsh connected Jackie's past with Tom Briggs, her motive for wanting Molly dead, and the fact that she had placed the empty bottle in Diane's bag to frame her.

What was the final outcome for the characters who were revealed to have financial motives?

The final outcome for Albert, Roger, and Diane was that they inherited Molly's wealth after her death, but Inspector Walsh questioned whether they would truly be happy with their newfound wealth.

How did Inspector Walsh conclude that Jackie was the one who killed Molly Clarkson?

Inspector Walsh concluded that Jackie killed Molly Clarkson by piecing together Jackie's motive, her past relationship with Tom Briggs, and the fact that she had placed the sleeping tablets in Molly's hot milk and then framed Diane by putting the empty bottle in her bag.