There's a Sucker Here (2)

Soon, Pastry Chef Merkh returned, pushing a cart loaded with plates.

Plates filled with dazzling desserts.

And a sword hidden from view inside a long wooden case.

‘There it is.’

The four-star greatsword that would soon be mine.

“So, what do you mean by raising the stakes?”

“I understand you recently purchased a large quantity of Vasis incense, an herb that also doubles as a spice, from this shop.”

Merkh narrowed his eyes.

“I don't know how you found out, but you want to wager that?”

“Yes.”...