# Eva Cole Linked mystery: [[Keeper Only/Mysteries/Long Dark Tea Time of the Soulless]] - Appearance: Porcelain-perfect, conservative fashion; immaculate. - Demeanor: Ruthless, controlled; exceptional baker. - Quote: "It is of course a tragedy that this lady should have died in our parlor..." - Wants: Protect Snowdrop House’s reputation and profits; keep leverage over Phoenix and staff. - Leverage/Secrets: Merciless in business; doctored plans for a secret room; ties to land deeds; potential Midwives links (Layer Three). - Relationships: Married to Phoenix (convenience); employer to Percy; business friction with Damien; tension with Abraham. - Clue hooks: Poisoned pomegranate glass; indictment of the Coles; hidden land deeds; doctored floor plans; closet of unclaimed luggage. - Scenes: In Eva’s office, kitchen, bedroom. - Media: Drop portrait/handouts here.