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You tell Chan that you suspect the man is telling the truth, and he frowns. He is now faced with a tricky dilemma. He considers Yankin to be one of his most loyal troopers, yet the evidence against him is strong. Shavane steps forward and she demands that justice be done.

‘This man tried to kill our Prince,’ she cries, ‘and he must be made to pay for his treachery.’ Her emotional outburst elicits some support from a small crowd of courtiers who have gathered to watch.

If you possess Kai-alchemy, turn to 220.

If you do not possess this skill, turn to 14.