The writer was having trouble moving on with his story.
This was a difficult scene to close. He only really needed the detective to leave the room. That was all… as simple as that! Just finish this part off, so he can move on to the next chapter. He sat thinking for a while, then went on typing.
The detective closed the book and left the room.
The writer stared at the screen. No. It needs more than that. He typed…
The detective searched the room thoroughly before leaving.
Maybe more needed here. He tried…
The detective peered out of the window, tapping his magnifying glass on his chin. Suddenly, he swore softly to himself and rushed out of the room.
No… that’s too much. Maybe he just needs to be called out of the room.
The constable tapped on the door and opened it. “You’re wanted downstairs sir.” The detective followed him out.
That’s OK, but does he need to go back down at this point? No… that isn’t necessary. Does he simply need to know that there’s a clue in the room, but can’t quite put his finger on it?
The detective felt sure that the answer was in the diary he held. He left the room deep in thought.
Does the detective get his sudden revelation here? Perhaps not. Not straight away anyway. How about…
The detective closed the photo album and left the room.
No! That won’t work… too simple.
The writer had become very frustrated with this. He thought… enough is enough!
He closed his laptop and left the room!