Tears of Themis Episode 2: The Unbearable Love Investigation and Trial walkthrough

In Episode 2: The Unbearable Love, players can meet Marius Von Hagen, the sole heir to the infamous Pax Group—and the last love interest in the lineup. However, Marius has found himself tangled up in a high-profile case, prompting a legal battle against other influential figures. And of all the great lawyers in Stellis, he chooses you to defend him in court.

In this Investigation and Trial walkthrough, find out everything you need to do to successfully prove Marius' innocence.

2-10—Analysis

Inquiry: The chocolates could have been poisoned before Marius left, because...

Connections:

• Estelle Eating Chocolates
• Tetrodotoxin Content

2-10—Inspection

Click on Jen to inspect her physical characteristics, which will give you clues about her involvement in the case. In the order of the image above:

• Blood-shot eyes. Emotionally unstable.
  • Select Scared.
• Large rash extending from the back of her hand to her forearm.
  • Select Allergic reaction.
• Her clothes seem one size too big.
  • Select No time to get changed.

2-15—Analysis

Inquiry: Janus and Estelle had a special relationship because...

Connections:

• How Estelle Died
• Lost Phone

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2-16—Analysis

Inquiry #1: The original murder plan may have been...

Connections:

• Beverage Menu
• Water Stains on the Wine Glass

Inquiry #2: Jen couldn't be the one who poisoned the wine, because...

Connections:

• How the Chocolates were Returned
• When the Wine was Delivered

After making these two Connections, Vyn tells you that Jen can't be the murderer, and you will be given a choice between two responses. Select Fingerprints on Estelle's Phone.

Inquiry #3: Jen's actions are in clear contradictions with her own statement, because...

Connections:

• Jen - Ill-Fitting Clothing
• Jen - Generous Salary

2-21—Analysis

When questioning Janus, he tries to play the victim by claiming that he had injected Tetrodotoxin into the wine to commit suicide. Refute his statement by selecting Use the vase shards to prove they fought.

Inquiry: How did Janus poison the chocolates?

Connections:

• Cover Image of Janus
• Silk Traces on the Chocolates

After the Analysis, you tell Janus that the silk gloves are indicative of his involvement in the murder. He tries to refute you by stating that silk gloves aren't that rare. Respond with The chocolate smudge on the back of the phone.

2-27—Trial

In the trial, present the right evidence to support your claims.

• Marius didn't hold a grudge against Estelle because...
  • Evidence: Acquisition Malfeasance Documents

• Marius wouldn't lash out at Estelle from the scandal because...
  • Evidence: Jen's Testimony I

• Janus planned on killing Estelle, and the evidence is...
  • Evidence: Poisoned Red Wine

• The direct proof that Janus poisoned the chocolates is...
  • Evidence: Lab Report on the Silk Gloves

• Janus had planned to murder Estelle, and the evidence is...
  • Evidence: Tetrodotoxin Transaction Info

• Janus wiped of the fingerprints on Estelle's phone, and the evidence is...
  • Evidence: Unbloodied Alcohol Wipe

Episode 2 Investigation Tip

In stages 2-13 and 2-18, you need to conduct an Investigation in Estelle's hotel room. Simply click the Hint button to reveal glowing objects, which are essentially the clues that you need to obtain Key Info and complete the Investigation.

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