# Detective Sam Cooper Linked mystery: [[Keeper Only/Mysteries/Long Dark Tea Time of the Soulless]] - Appearance: Fit, clean-cut. - Demeanor: Helpful, inexperienced; smitten with Percy. - Quote: "I guess we should... you know... secure the crime scene?" - Wants: Do right by the town; impress Percy; keep control of investigation. - Leverage/Secrets: Potential exposure to corruption in law enforcement. - Relationships: Flustered by Percy; professional with Mavens; friction with Lara’s media angle. - Clue hooks: Corruption in law enforcement; Letitia’s notes; torn guestbook pages (chain of custody issues). - Scenes: Parlor, kitchen, grounds. - Media: Drop portrait/handouts here.