Inspired by Feat. Supreme Chancellor (AKA, the Sith Lord) VS The Negotiator (who's still a little salty about the war) by Kelpie_Mist.
“You know.” Palpatine said finally, settling his teacup down with a hard clink. It was not a question, and they both knew it.
“I know.” Obi-Wan agreed.
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OR: In which Palpatine's identity is discovered earlier and Obi-Wan Kenobi decides to do something about it because nobody try to steal his apprentice, damnit!