Picked

As a detective scrutinizing the crossword puzzle, I focused on the word “picked” as it could signify several things – a choice, a decision or selecting someone/something from a group. After analyzing it further and taking into account the intersecting words, a possibility became clear – the answer could be “named“. There was logic to it, as one can pick someone by assigning a name to them. Additionally, the intersecting clues provided hints that matched with the letters in the word “NAMED”. So, with confidence, I jotted down N-A-M-E-D in the crossword boxes. My investigative prowess helped me solve this subtle mystery, and the joy of finally filling in the last clue was an exhilarating experience. In conclusion, the process involved combining deductive and analytical reasoning, and the satisfaction that comes from a solved mystery reaffirms my passion for investigation.