[2723] The Jar of Nephren-Ka, Chapter 1

Hello everyone, this is the first chapter/scene of my new book. It's a detective mystery with some Lovecraftian elements. I want to mention right up front that the title will make no sense until later in the book.

I welcome all critiques, but I am particularly looking for:

Did it draw you in?

Did you enjoy the story so far?

Did you find any sections humorous?

Did you like the protagonist?

Story: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RgYk2ONZtIu3AAdegh9XnDdNnwSegmz1/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=102026126534820481091&rtpof=true&sd=true

Critique: https://www.reddit.com/r/DestructiveReaders/comments/x3puxz/3020_the_dancers_v1/imvidu8/