The Black Cat – Macmillan Graded Reader (Stage 3)

‘Can I help you?’ said the manager.

‘Yes,’ replied Salahadin. ‘My name’s Salahadin El Nur. I’m a police inspector. I want to speak to Mr Pearson.’

‘Do you mean Mr Pearson, the archaeologist?’ asked the manager.

‘Yes,’ replied Salahadin.

‘I’m sorry. You can’t speak to Mr Pearson, sir,’ said the manager.

‘Oh,’ said Salahadin in surprise. ‘Why not?’

‘Mr Pearson is dead,’ replied the manager. ‘He was found dead in his room this morning. Mr Pearson was murdered.’