Chapter 13: Little Italy

As the first rays of dawn kissed the horizon, Jake found himself torn between his loyalty to Emperor Wong and his growing suspicion of Antonio Moretti, his brother-in-law and a prominent member of the High Table. The weight of the decision bore heavily on his shoulders, as he knew that making bold accusations without concrete proof could be perilous. After all, Emperor Wong held the members of the High Table in the highest regard, believing them to be paragons of trust, honour, and dignity. Contemplating his next move, Jake understood that a hasty accusation could jeopardise not only his position but also the delicate balance of the entire realm. The stakes were too high for mere assumptions. Instead, he resolved to embark on a discreet investigation, determined to uncover the truth, but first he had to uncover the truth concerning the Teapot.

Jake approached Emperor Wong with a concerned expression. " We should take the teapot to the laboratory for testing to be sure."

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