“I... I also acknowledge that Judy sings better than the three of us," Rylee ventured her opinion in Hanna's wake.

Elma was disdainful of her statement. Then she thought on her feet and came up with an idea.

She sneered and said, "So, since you two both think that Judy is the best singer here, we have every reason to suspect you of poisoning her!"

For a moment, Hanna and Rylee looked lost in utter shock. Their mood darkened at the words.

After finally plucking up the courage to state exactly how they felt, they now became suspects! How ironical. Elma continued in a stern voice, "I've made my point clear. Now it's your turn to defend yourselves. Try to come up with some positive proof."