Manila – A devastating escalation of the central conflict within the ongoing ‘Tatsulok’ investigation unfolded this evening at the ancestral home of the Reyes family, leaving both the protagonists and local authorities grappling with the unsettling implications of a rapidly deteriorating situation. Witnesses report a dramatic and violent confrontation culminating in the shattering of antique glass, mirroring, according to many observers, the couple’s already fractured reality.

The incident occurred shortly after Dr. Mateo Reyes, a renowned historian specializing in maritime folklore, and his wife, Elena, returned to the sprawling estate after a day spent sifting through recently unearthed documents related to the legendary ‘Tatsulok’ – a submerged monolith said to bring misfortune to those who disturb its resting place. Initial reports indicate a heated argument erupted between the pair regarding the interpretation of the recovered texts and the potential dangers associated with further investigation.

“It wasn’t just words,” stated Barangay Captain Ricardo Santos, who was present at the scene. “You could *feel* the tension. The way he looked at her… it was like the whole house was collapsing around them.” Witnesses describe a chaotic exchange, culminating in a deliberate act of destruction – the deliberate smashing of a large, intricately framed mirror in the main salon. Fragments of glass were scattered across the floor, reflecting distorted images of the couple and the room itself.

Elena Reyes, visibly distraught, was taken into protective custody by local police. Sources close to the investigation suggest she is deeply concerned about the potential repercussions of her husband’s increasingly obsessive pursuit of the ‘Tatsulok.’ “He’s become consumed by it,” one anonymous source whispered to this reporter. “He’s not seeing the damage he’s causing, not just to himself, but to us.”

Dr. Reyes, meanwhile, remains at large, believed to be heading towards the coast, reportedly intent on locating the submerged monolith himself. Authorities are currently coordinating a search and rescue operation, citing the potential for further instability within the Reyes family and the wider community. The escalating drama surrounding ‘Tatsulok’ continues to deepen, raising critical questions about the price of obsession and the enduring power of local legends.