The Big Four · Character
Gerald Paynter
The nephew of Mr. Paynter, suspected of involvement with the Big Four.
minor
Also known as Young Gerald Paynter, Young Paynter, young Paynter
First appearance: X: We Investigate at Croftlands
Gerald Paynter shows up with force in IX: The Yellow Jasmine Mystery. The page is where that presence becomes real.
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In IX: The Yellow Jasmine Mystery: Mr. Paynter's nephew and heir, an impecunious artist who lived with his uncle. He was dining out on the night of the death. Later, in X: We Investigate at Croftlands: The nephew of…
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See Gerald Paynter in X: We Investigate at Croftlands