Write a suspenseful story, in the third-person narrative, about a detective who is summoned to a quiet small town to investigate the inexplicable disappearance of a young woman. The detective will face several clues and interrogate potential suspects to unveil the mystery. Create a well-developed protagonist with unique backstory and compelling interactions with other characters. Be sure to include evocative imagery, tension-building pacing, and a satisfying resolution to the narrative.
This prompt doesn't seem malicious.