The project is to craft a mystery set in a secluded Balinese village where a series of thefts unsettles the locals. I need a narrative that leans fully into the mystery genre, culminating in a plot-twist ending that readers will not see coming yet feel was inevitable in hindsight. Key story pillars • Genre: Mystery—keep the tension simmering from the first page until the final reveal. • Focused element: a truly surprising plot twist. Please foreshadow it with subtle clues so the solution feels earned. • Protagonist: a detective who is deliberately mysterious and secretive; their back-story should unfold slowly and feed into the final twist. • Setting: an authentic, atmospheric portrayal of a remote Balinese village—local customs, landscapes, and daily life should colour every scene. Indonesian cultural details are essential but must serve the plot, not distract from it. Deliverables • 3,000–5,000-word short story in MS Word or Google Docs. • A brief (200–300-word) outline before drafting to confirm plot structure and twist placement. Acceptance criteria 1. The twist recontextualises earlier events without breaking logic. 2. At least three hidden clues are planted in the first half of the story. 3. The detective’s secretive nature drives both suspense and resolution. 4. Final file is proof-read and ready for publication. Tone should be immersive, suspenseful, and concise—no filler chapters. Please keep dialogue natural and descriptive passages vivid yet tightly edited. I’m happy to answer clarifying questions as you outline; once we lock the structure, you can move straight into drafting.