The Lime Works

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The story revolves around Konrad, who has secluded himself and his ailing wife in a derelict lime works for years, conducting strange auditory experiments in anticipation of his literary masterpiece. The narrative takes a dark turn when he murders his wife, prompting an unnamed life-insurance salesman to unravel the enigmatic motives behind this shocking act. Themes of isolation, obsession, and the complexities of human relationships emerge as the plot unfolds.