: It was a rather confusing situation.. the fighting.. the running.. and members of the royal court.. handmaidens mostly.. and a few guards and pilots.. rushing aboard the royal ship with the three Jedi. The getting away wasn't so easy either. They were hit... and only one of their astromech's survived. Their hyperdrive was damaged but they got away. - Obi-Wan sighed to himself... he was stuck having to fix the thing while his master was busy in the cockpit.. but it left the masterless Padawan, Padme.. who had been assigned there because she had origonally been of Naboo before she had been abducted.. sold into slavery.. and eventually rescued by the Jedi. She was on her own for now. [23:07]

: Which suited her fine for the time being, she could be a bit of a pain but helped out when need be. She sat comfortably in the ship, her feet up leaning back relaxing. Qui-Gon had been kind to her, but right now he had more important things to worry about. He needed to speak with the "queen" to decide what their next step would be. They couldn't make without stopping for parts first. [23:10]

: The Queen was sitting on a throne, dressed in an elabret gown, painted face, and crown that was highly decorated. She was quiet, listening to Qui-Gon after the droid, Artoo, who had survived the attack, was shown to them. "Where would you have us go?" The queen asked in a soft voice. [23:13]

: " There is a planet, Tattooine,nearby. I believe we could get what we need there. " he said looking at the queen. Though there was something odd about her, it didn't really matter though [23:15]

: The queen peered down at one of the 'haindmaidens' standing nearbye. From the look though, it was actually a boy... about the same size as the queen. "Tatooine.." The queen repeated, looking back at Qui-Gon. "If you belive that, then we must go there." - The captian of the guards opened his mouth to object but fell back as the queen lifted her hand. [23:18]

: He nods and bows " I will take Padme with me when we land, so that Obi-Wan can remain on the ship with you " he looks up to her again and waits for a response if one was coming before he left the room. [23:19]

: The Queen nodded for now. - A few minutes later, the handmaiden who was actually a boy was out in the hall, smiling happily at the droid artoo, and busying himself with cleaning and fixing it. He didn't even see Padme at first... [23:20]

: She loks over at him " Hey there kid" she smirks a bit and rests comfortably where she was. Speaking but not moving from her spot. She had a tendency to be a bit of a smartass but, was nice and she had every intention of being nice to the kid. [23:21]

: The boy, who looked to be about nine, perhaps ten at the most, looked up at her. He had bluish eyes and sandy brown hair. And he smiled at her. "You're a Jedi too, arn't you?" He asked pleasently. [23:23]

: "Working on it" she said with a smirk and moving her feet to the floor. She sits up, then leans forward putting her elbows on her knees and looking at him. " you like working with machines?" [23:24]

: He nodded, turning back to Artoo. "I was a born Mechanic... and a pilot too. But I've lived many years in the court of Naboo." He was smiling and cheerful, dispite what he'd just been through. [23:25]

: She nods " Court can't be a bad life" she said thinking back on her own past. Being a slave, abused in more than a few ways. Though she eventually learned how to defend herself in small ways. Kept her from some of the worse abuses. [23:26]

: "It's not that exciting... must be nice to be a Jedi.. see the galaxy." He finished cleaning off the droid, fixing a few pannels before he stood and looked at the woman. "I'm Anakin by the way." [23:28]

: She nods and holds out her hand to shake his " Padme" she said softly. There was something odd about the boy. He seemed much older than his years would have said. Then again most could ahve said the same for her. [23:30]

: He grinned, shaking her hand quickly. "I'm happy to meet you." He told her. "Have you ever been to Tatooine? I was born there. Left when I was three... taken to naboo. My mom was happy to let me go even though she couldn't go with me. She said she wanted the best for me." [23:33]

: Padme smiled and shook her head " No. Never been there" She looks at him with a soft smile " Thats a big sacrifice. You seem to have had a good life so far... " she offered " I'm sure she would be proud" [23:34]

: "I'm hoping maybe I'll see her when we get there. She managed to win my freedom and get offworld but I knew she was being sold to a junk shop at the time. Maybe that will help us find the parts we need." [23:38]

: She nods "I'll tell Qui-Gon I am sure he'd apperciate the information" she said softly leaning back again. She stretches and cracks hr back some " hmmm... stiff... " she grumbled a bit [23:39]

: "Maybe you should lay down." He suggested, moving over to her side. "Stiff?" [23:40]

: She shrugs " I'll be alright.. just sat to long in one spot" she commented stretching again [23:40]

: He laughed a bit and reached up to scratch her back. "Are all you Jedi so stiff?" [23:41]

: " I doubt it... I'm finicky" she said laughing softly [23:42]

: "Why so finicky?" He gently questioned her, deciding he liked her already. [23:43]

: " Hmm I can be? " She offered with a smirk " Nah.. when you get thrown around from place to place, and then finally get a chance to be comfortable. You get used to it quickly and then when its taken away its a bit of a shock" [23:44]

: "That's the Jedi way of life? Sounds interesting. I wish I could be a jedi but... I have a service to perform on Naboo. I feel I'm needed there.. that people need me. And that keeps me." [23:45]

: " .. that and the life of a slave" she said realizing she hadn't mentioned that " I was sold around transfered from person to person" she listened to him talk about a duty to perform " .. nice to have a purpose.. a meanng to your life" [23:46]

: "You were a slave too?" He asked gently. This had shocked him [23:47]

: " Yeah I was.. I was captured when I was a small kid.. family was killed " she shrugs a bit. She had almost written off the event by now, it had happened and was over and donw with. [23:48]

: "I'm so sorry. I was born a slave.. but.. mom managed to get me free and sent me to live on Naboo." [23:48]

: she nods " Its the past.. doesn't matter now" [23:49]

: "But it is sad. No one should have to be a slave.The republic tries to care for it but..." [23:50]

: " I was outside their reach,and they can't be everywhere at once" she shruged again. She didn't like to think about her past, it brought it back up and she wanted to keep it shoved down and hidden away . [23:51]

: "Well, you're a Jedi now.. so be happy about it!" He smiled. [23:52]

: " I am. " she said witha grin " even though my master was killed. So I am sort of in limbo" [23:53]

: "Your master was killed? I'm sorry.. what happend to them?" [23:54]

: "We were on a mission, and there were just to many of them. He fought them, and died, and I managed to get away" deep down she felt as though she should have died with him. [23:55]

: "He wanted you to live.. so you shall live." He rubbed her shoulder and gave her a gentle smile. [23:57]

: She smiles back and pats his head softly messing up his hair some " Thanks kid" [23:57]

: He laughed softly. "You're welcome." he looked back at the droid, then Padme, before heading back to the throne room. [23:59]

: She smiles watching him leave, and waits for either Obi-Wan or Qui-Gon to come in and tell her what they were doing. She was thrown in and dragged alone for the ride and was left sort of lost for the most part [23:59]

: Obi-Wan was stretching his back as he walked into the room, and gave her a light smile. "Hello Padme." [00:00]

: She looks up " hello Obi-Wan " she said softly " You have any idea what th eplan is? " [00:01]

: "Not really other then I'm staying here fixing what I can." He laughed, "I guess I'm just better at fixing things then you and Master Qui-Gon." [00:39]

: "I can, I just don't think he really trusts me yet. Not that I am surprised I just got thrown into this. Third wheel ya know? " she said shrugging a bit [00:39]

: "I think master Qui-Gon will be taking you down to the planet... so I don't call that a third wheel at all." [00:40]

: she shrugs again " we shall see " [00:41]

: "He has a soft spot for you. Suggests that maybe you'll be his next Padawan after I become a knight. A great honor considering he was resistant in training me at first because of what happend to one of his old Padawans." [00:42]

: She nods a little bit " I don't know. I am not counting on anything. Learned to not get my hopes up" she offered a bit of a smile at the cute man. If she ever bothered with such things she could have formed a bit of a crush on him. [00:43]

: He chuckled a bit. "Or he'll want me to. Either way.. I think you're with us to stay Padme." [00:50]

: " Either would be fine by me.... so long as I'm not on my own" [00:52]

: Obi-Wan smiled, nodding. - It wasn't too much longer that they arrived on Tatooine. Qui-Gon had taken Padme and Artoo with him but was stopped as he was leaving the ship by the captian of the guards. "Wait!" The man shouted, escorting the young boy Padme had met.. dressed in white comfortable clothing, "The queen commands you take the boy with you. He was born on this world and might be of some help to you." [00:59]

: She looks at him " umm Qui-Gon are you sure this is a good idea? " [00:59]

: The boy smiled a bit. "I'll be alright. I remember Tatooine. Besides... this is Mos Espa we're near right? Last I knew, my mom lives out here." [01:00]

: He sighed " alright... keep close both of you " they all started to walk slowly toward their destination [01:01]

: Anakin smiled, following them along. "I think I know where my mom lives... want me to take you to her?" [01:02]

: Qui-Gon nodded as Padme had said she might be able to help them get the parts that they needed. [01:03]

: Anakin moved through the streets... he was letting the force guide him though he wasn't aware that was what he was doing. All the way to a small house. "Wait here a momment?" He suggested to the trio before he buzzed the door. [01:06]

: Padme nodded as did Qui-Gon and they waited curious what might be waiting for the both of them. [01:07]

: A woman came to the door with a look of shocked regonision. "Anakin? Is that really you?" The boy smiled - "Mom!' - And the two quickly embraced. The mother seemed quite happy, cuddling her son up in her arms. - After a minute he settled back onto the ground. "Kinda got side tracked here mom. Something very important has happend on Naboo and we need help to get to Coruscant. Our ship was damaged." - The mother smiled a bit and invited everyone inside. [01:11]

: The two Jedi followed the boy inside, looking around. Padme was nervous about the entire thing. True she had not been a slave in a while but it didn't mean she couldn't be put back into slavery. So she stood near Qui-Gon and waited. [01:12]

: The woman smiled at the two Jedi and the droid. "Come, sit down. I havn't had the pleasure of seeing my son in ages. So if I can help him, I will." [01:14]

: They both nod and Qui-Gon quickly lists off the items that they need to repair the ship while Padme remains quiet and reserved [01:14]

: The woman nodded a bit. "You can probably get it at Watto's shop... he owns me.. and he always has junk to sell. The problem will be payment.. he doesn't accept republic money.," [01:16]

: Qui-Gon sighs softly and nods a bit " I don't know were we can get the funds to pay him then" he grew quiet and started trying to think of things they could do. [01:17]

: "Everything around her revolves around gambling. That was how my son became free and wound up on Naboo. It was all thanks to gambling." [01:18]

: He nods, and looks to Padme " Do you ahve any useful skills? " she shook her head unable to think of anything she could do. " What do you gamble on? " [01:19]

: Shmi sighed. "Races for the most part." [01:19]

: " What kind of races? " [01:20]

: Anakin drifted back into the room. "Pod races." He interuptted, nodding his head a bit. [01:21]

: " Pod.. races? what is that? An.. can you do it? " he asked Anakin hopefully [01:23]

: Shmi stiffened. She'd sent her son away to keep him from stuff like this, but he nodded just the same. "I can race.. managed to slip off Naboo once and entered one. I'm the only human who can do it. I've practiced too." - Shmi sighed. You could take the boy out of the dangerous world but... you couldn't take away his sense of adventure and thrill seaking [01:28]

: He nods and looks to Shmi " I realize it is a lot to ask, but we need the parts. We have a mission of the utmost importance" he knew what he was asking was a lot but it looked that the boy was their only way out. [01:30]

: "He's been making his own way in the galaxy since he was three.. if he has his heart set on something, I can;t stop him now." Shmi sighed, hugging her son to her leg. - Anakin smiled. "Right on! Now we just need a pod. Maybe Watto has one. If we can talk him into letting me pilot one of his pods for him.. he can keep the winnings from the next race and give us the parts we need in return." [01:42]

: QUi-Gon nods " Well then I guess our next stop is to Watto's... to try to get what we need. " [01:44]

: Anakin smiled. His mother insisted on feeding them first and spending a bit of time with her son before letting them out of her home. she even told them to come back and spend the night. Such a wonderful woman she was. And Anakin looked happy, but he was driven to get to the shop and make a deal wtih his mother's owner. [01:45]

: Qui-Gon was polite, accepting the meal and even telling Anakin to enjoy the time with his mother. There wasn't much of a chance for it otherwise. Padme had been quiet the entire time, seeming to fade into the background [01:48]

: But once they left the ship... making a strange deal with a surprised Watto, Anakin lavished his attention on Padme. "So, tell me about the Jedi." [01:49]

: She smiles a bit surprised at the affection " What do you want to know exactly? " she asked quietly [01:50]

: "I'm fasinated by them. My mentor, the senator of Naboo, speaks of them from time to time. Says they are powerful." [01:50]

: She nods " They are.. poweful and strong. Noble " [01:50]

: "So, tell me about them. You see battle I take it." [02:02]

: "A little... I mean. enough" she said thinking back on it [02:03]

: "Are the Jedi really powerful? Tell me about the force!" [02:04]

: He laughs softly " They are strong. Powerful is all about perspective. " she said " The force is all around us.. its in every living thing" [02:05]

: He nodded a bit. "I mean.. what can you do?" [02:15]

: "Well.. " she paused " .. all kinds of things really. The force helps and guides you " [02:16]

: "Really? Do you have to know that it's guiding you, or does it just happend?" [02:17]

: "Once you learn, you know.. but before you learn about it. You can be guided without realizing it." [02:18]

: "I found my way to my mother just by thinking about her." [02:19]

: She looks at him " really? " she asked quietly suddenly taking a deeper interest in him [02:20]

: He nodded, smiling a bit. Then he held up a finger. "Please do not mention it. I am needed on Naboo." [02:30]

: she looks at him and nods " You have my word that I will not say a word if you do not want me too" she wouldn't break her word to him. [02:31]

: He nodded. "Thanks. I think the Jedi are neat but, I don't want the masters to look oddly at me." He said this because his wise mentor had once counciled him as such... that if he were to serve the people that needed him he couldn't let Jedi masters know about his 'gifts'. [02:33]

: She nods and sighs softly, she would have told Qui-Gon, but she couldn't break her word. Even to the small boy. He was wise beyond his years and deserved to be treated with respect and honesty. [02:34]

: He smiled and started probbing her for more things about the Jedi.. and went down to ask her about her 'lazer' sword [02:37]

: She told him everything she could, answering his questions. Finding it nice that someone wanted to talk to her and ask her question instead of Obi-Wan or QUi-Gon who were far advanced of her. [02:38]

: After a while he recounted tales of Naboo and the courts. The legislature... the dealings of the inner circle... how the senator Palpatine was like a father to him... a great guy according to the boy. [02:39]

: She listened in turn, giving him the respect he'd given her when he talked. She would inquire quietly about some thngs and when hed finished she had a good feel for the system on Naboo " .. Sounds like he has helped you a lot" [02:40]

: The boy nodded. "Yes. He helped me feel at home there." The boy paused as if he was about to say something else, then he yawned. "We should get some sleep.. I have a big day tomorrow." [02:42]

: Padme nearly asked what else he was going to say but let it go and nodded " so ... where should I sleep? " she inquired looking around " I mean anywhere is fine even just a corner of the floor" [02:43]

: Anakin showed her to the guest bed. "You can sleep there. I'll take the floor." [02:49]

: "thank you " she said climbing into the bed. Spending the next 15 minutes trying to find a way to be comfortable [02:50]

: The small boy curled up in the corner, seemingly content to fall asleep in a ball. Rather odd... he'd probably slept on more soft beds then she had given her lifestyle. [02:57]

: She finally gets comfortable and falls into a rather uneasy sleep... [02:58]

: While they slept, Shmi sighed softly at Qui-Gon. "Do you know my son at all?" She asked him. [02:58]

: He looks at her " Not really. He was sent with us as we left the ship" [02:59]

: "He's a good boy. I havn't seen him in six years... but he's still the good boy he always was. Wise beyond his years and always helpful." [02:59]

: he nods " That I did notice.. He is a very helpful. I am very grateful to him" [03:00]

: "You are a Jedi, are you not?" [03:01]

: He nods " yes" [03:02]

: "When I got my son out of slavery I felt he should have gone to Coruscant.. but the people who were giving him transport, took him closer.. to Naboo. He has a gift you see... I'm sure he still does. How else did he find me here?" [03:04]

: He nods a little " I assumed he knew where you lived, or at least knew where to start" he offered though it wasn't entirely true [03:05]

: She shook her head. "He never needed to know... he can feel me." She paused, looking away from him for a momment, "The circumstances of his birth... were strange." [03:15]

: "Tell me" He asked softly wanting to know now. Sadly it seemed that Padme's promise wouldnt' make any difference now. [03:16]

: Sitting down, Shmi put her hands on the table. "I have told no one but Anakin this before.. and I know it might seem a bit.. crazy but... He has no father." [03:19]

: "... really? " he said something coming up in the back of his mind. [03:20]

: Shmi nodded slowly. "I carried him, I gave birth, I love him more then anything but.. I don't know what happend." She sighed. Had she had a daughter rather then a son, it might have been passed off as an extreme fluke of nature because it was technically possible for an egg to split.. but that would create a female.. and a clone of the mother more or less. [03:28]

: He nods and thinks for a moment " He is the only human who can pod race right? " [03:29]

: She sighed, nodding her head. "I wish he wouldn't. But, he picked it up outside my care. I'm sure if he were with me here, he probably would have been force to race by my owner. Watto loves the races." [04:21]

: He nods silently thinking " He is a strong boy. Smart and very wise" [04:22]

: "And I am sure he wants nothing more then to help you. FRom the time he could first walk and talk he wanted to help others. And it had nothing to do withhis being born a slave." [04:24]

: " We apperciate it. I will do everything I can to try to keep him safe. " He couldn't promise much but he could try anyway [04:25]

: Shmi took Qui-Gon's hands and smiled softly. "Thank you." [04:26]

: He nods, and stretches " I am going to get some rest" [04:27]

: She smiled, and left him to it. - The next morning Anakin was up early helping his mom out in the kitchen. She had tried to tell him it wasn't nessisary but he insisted on it for showing kidness to his guests. [04:33]

: Padme stumbled into the kitchen and seemed rather disorinted " .. Ugh.. ... " she looked at Anakin and his mother and forced a smile. Qui-Gon was up and trying to help though he was mostly in the way [04:34]

: Anakin set the table for them before sitting himself next to Padme. "I just hope I can win the race. I've never won one before..... not a pod race anyway. But it's so important to us... all of us..." [04:36]

: Padme looked at him a little nervously now " Never... won a pod race before?" she turns and looks at Qui-Gon they'd put their hopes on this kid who had never one a pod race before. [04:37]

: Shmi pat her son on the head, joining them. "I'm sure he will shine." She smiled, though she was worried at the same time. Worried something might happen to her son. [04:40]

: Qui-Gon nods and " I hope so. " [04:40]

: Hope, faith, and the force would be the winner here. Anakin was a wonderful pilot, even at nine... so very gifted.. he'd even blow Obi-Wan out of the water and Obi was a good pilot too.. not that he liked to fly [04:54]

: " well I guess we should get going We have a lot to do" [04:55]

: The boy proved himself.. he had won against all odds... nearly suffering a serious accident in the process. But they had earned the parts they were after. All that was left was for Obi-Wan to install them... however, they had another problem.. [04:57]

: Padme huged Anakin after the race " YOu did it!" she siad boucning up and down. Qui-Gon nodded and was pleased. [04:59]

: Anakin smiled, hugging her back. "Thank you for having faith in me." He told her - Soon, they were heading back to the ship... after saying goodbye to Shmi [05:01]

: She walked back with him holding his hand as they walked or at least a hand on his shoulder. Although he'd just won them the parts she felt a little protective of him. They get back to the ship and Padme offers to help Obi-Wan install the parts [05:03]

: The parts were delivered bvefore they got there... and that's when then other problem appeared. A sith... had been sent to fetch the 'queen' and return them to Naboo [05:05]

: Padme looked at Obi-Wan " A sith?! What are we going to do?" [05:06]

: Anakin blinked up at it as the Sith ignited it's blade, looking over at Qui-Gon. The boy was still outside with the Jedi [05:07]

: Qui-Gon yelled " Get inside, Anakin.. Padme.. help me... " he didn't know if Obi-Wan was finished with what needed to be done yet [05:08]

: The Sith's eyes flicked to the boy for a momment, then launched himself at Qui-Gon. - anakin fled inside, swallowing hard. "Will Master Qui-Gon be alright?" [05:09]

: Qui-Gon who was outside with Padme at his side faught the Sith. Obi-Wan looked at him " yes" though he wasn't sure of it himself [05:10]

: Anakin hugged Obi-Wan in that momment, yelling for the pilot to take off.. and pick up the two Jedi on the suface while they were at it. [05:11]

: Qui-Gon and Padme managed to get on board just in time, leaving the sith behind on the surface. [05:11]

: Anakin bit his lip slightly, shaking his head. "What was that thing?" He asked. [05:13]

: "It was a sith" Qui-Gon said " a follower of the darkside" [05:13]

: Obi-Wan winced slightly. "A Sith Master? This is most terrible." [05:14]

: He nods " Yes it is... always two... master and student... " he leans agaisnt the wall " So we have a very serious problem now " [05:15]

: "But what is it doing here Master? Could it be after the queen?" [05:15]

: He nods " I can only assume as much. " [05:15]

: Obi-Wan nodded, rubbing at his chin. "I'll get us away." He said, heading into the cockpit. [05:21]

: He nods and Padme sits looking nervous and shakes her head some [05:21]

: Anakin wrung his hands together and looked over at Padme. "Are you alright?" He asked gently.

: She looks at him " I guess so"

: Anakin nodded, putting a hand on her side. "It will be alright Padme... I'm sure of it."

: " I know... " she rubs his back

: He smiled, climbing into a chair that was a little big for him and swinging his legs. "I was so happy to see my mom again."

: He was a very cheerful boy, eyes glowing with wisdom as he gazed at PAdme.

: " I am sure... she seems very sweet"

: "I wish I could have taken her away from that. One day I will.. I'll find a way to free her. Then maybe she'll come to live with me on Naboo."

: she nods and rubs his arm "I'm sure it will all work out"

: "Are you tired? Maybe you should get some rest before we get to Coruscant." He continued to smile at her.

: she shakes her head " I couldn't sleep.. I am fine" she smiles and leans back pulling her legs up, knees to her chest

: "Are you sure? Is something wrong Padme?" He frowned a bit, then reached into his pocket. "I made something for you."

: She looks at him " for me? " she was a bit surprised that the boy would take the time out

: He nodded. "Couldn't sleep last night either... so... I made this." He hopped down from the chair and moved to her. "I know you're a Jedi... you arn't allowed possesions right... but... maybe you can hide this? It's special." He held up a strange white object with markings on it.

: She takes it and looks it over carefully " Wow.. this is lovely Anakin.. " she runs her fingers over it gently

: "It's a special charm. It will bring you luck. Maybe you can have jewelery? I mean.. the senator told me that Jedi don't always dress the same. That possession is forbidden but maybe some kinds of jewelery arn't?" He looked hopeful, but wasn't sure she could keep it.

: She smiles " THank you ... and I can hide it. I wouldn't give it up for the world" she holds it tightly and tries to think of she has anything on hand she can use to put it on

: He smiled. Perhaps she could wear it in her hair. - Obi-Wan was watching them but decided not to say anythin about it. He knew how possession was forbidden but.. he felt that this, was an extension... like the lightsaber. So perhaps... as long as she hid it from the council...

: She would hide it, find a chain and tuck it beneath her clothes so that they wouldn't see it. She couldn't put it in her hair they'd spot it

: The boy smiled happily... then wanderd off towards the door to the throne chamber. "I will see you when we get to Coruscant."

: She nods " See you " she leans back and looks at Obi-Wan.. " you wont take it will you ? " she asked

: Obi-Wan shook his head. "I might be far more by the book then my master but, I will not report it as long as the council does not see it."

: " thank you " she stayed curled up holding it

: Obi-Wan nodded, giving her a soft smile before slipping off to find Qui-Gon.

: Qui-Gon was sitting thinking

: Obi-Wan came up behind him, reaching out to place a hand on his master's shoulder.

: He looks up " Hello Obi-Wan, how is our young friend Padme? "

: "She is well. Getting along with that boy. How was Tatooine?"

: " Far more dangerous than I wanted but whats done is done"

: "I heard the boy was a great asset to us. Tell me?"

: He sighs softly " He is strong with the force"

: "And yet he was never identified?"

: he nods " I can assume its because he was in the court life"

: "He is far too old now to train though." He rubbed his head. "I confess, I know nothin about the boy though. Padme has taken quiet a shine to him."

: "Has she now? " he looks at him " How so? "

: "I was hoping you could tell me about the planet... but I was watching them together in the common room. It was like they were friends already,:

: he nods " It was.... not a place one would wish to live"

: "Didn't look it. Not with those sand storms and such."

: "The boys mother was very kind and very helpful to us"

: "I'm pleased to hear it. I was quiet worried about you when the storm hit."

: he nods and pats Obi-Wans hand " Nothing to worry about. Everything is fine"

: Obi-Wan smiled, and hugged the older man from behind. He had deap feelings for Qui-Gon. Couldn't help it.. dispite attachment being forbidden as well as possession

: Qui-Gon absently reached up and rubed Obi-Wans arms softly " Now we need to figure out what to do abou the sith"

: "I heard about that Master. The Sith, after all these years? Why have they appeared now?"

: " I don't know... Of course we must find out. If there is one there is another. Its dangerous. "

: "Do you think you faced the master, or the apprentice?"

: "I assume aprentice, but I can't be sure"

: Obi-Wan nodded, feeling a strange fear in the pit of his stomach. He clutched Qui-Gon tighter for a momment. "I'm worried about you master."

: He looks up at him his hand rubbig Obi-Wans arm still " Why? "

: "Call it a feeling." Obi-Wan sighed, resting his head on his master's shoulder.

: He reaches up and ruffles Obi-Wans hair " Don't worry for me, the force will guide us"

: Obi-Wan smiled at that. His master knew just what to say. His master trusted in the force. "Yes Master." He said, finnaly letting him go.

: He nods as he is let go and leans back " So.. do you think Padme ... is a good addition? " he meant to their "group" for the time being

: "Yes Master. Will you train her then after I take the trials?"

: "That is up to the council to decide. " He said softly

: "And you as you can choose your Padawans. I'm still so greatful that you took me on. I have learned so much from you Master."

: He smiles " You have been a good student. Perhaps you should train her" he offered

: Obi-Wan chuckled softly. "I'm not certian I am ready for that." He drew his arms away from Qui-Gon, keeping them to himself before he did something against the codes.

: Qui-Gon never forced Obi-Wan to leave him be, perhaps part of him enjoyed the affection. Though he kept it quiet " I didn't think I was either"

: Obi-Wan sat down behind his master, twiddling his thumbs. Dispite how much older Qui-Gon was to him... he felt strange affections for him. It was hard to control sometimes but the Padawan found ways to discilpline himself.

: Qui-Gon leans back, his long hair falling down over the back of the seat " we should be arriving soon. I am still unsure what to do about the boy... "

: "He's a member of the Naboo court... he's not yours to deal with Master." Obi-Wan found one of his hands leaving his lap and fiddling with Qui-Gon's locks.

: He didn't seem to notice, or if he did he didn't care. " True, but .. its hard to turn back on someone who is so clearly strong with the force"

: "I take it you want to defy the council and try to get me into a knight.. take Padme off your hands.. and convince the boy to leave Naboo and come a Jedi?" Obi-Wan was idelly twirling the fingers of one hand through that hair, smiling softly to himself.

: he laughs softly, and looks over as smile crossing his face when he seemed to acknowledge the hand " It would be nice but, I will likely have Padme to deal with, that and he has a life, duties. I don't know if he would want to "

: Obi-Wan blushed a bit, dropping his hand from Qui-Gon's hair. He felt his heart racing slightly in his chest.. not really knowing why. "As you say master." He managed a slight smile, decidin it would probably be left at that.

: He reaches over and pats Obi-Wans knee as if to say "its okay" he smiles and leans back closing his eyes " hmm.... I feel my age at times like these"

: Obi-Wan lowered his head for a momment, his braid swinging against the side of his face. "Are you tired master? I can leave you alone."

: " Not tired, just sore... " he stretched his neck some and stretched his arms above his head" not as young as I used to be"

: Obi-Wan lifted his head and chuckled a bit. "I see. Next time.. I'll fight the Sith." He sugested. Standing, he moved up behind his master again and placed his hands to the back of his neck. He was startin to massage him.

: " Hmm... sounds like a good deal to me" he closes his eyes and lets his padawan massage his neck. Enjoying it " mmm... " he leaned forward some and started to relax

: Obi-Wan smiled happily to himself, rubbing his Master's neck without thinking of the consiquences such simple actions might bring him. It was hard to admit.. but he loved his master.. dearly... in all senses of the word. Qui-Gon was everything to him...

: Qui-Gon seemed to have put such thoughts behind him as well. The stress of the finding the boy who had other duties, having to care for Padme and the deep feeling he always had for Obi-Wan where making him loose sight of somethings. He could feel himself relaxing and he leans back again, rubbing Obi-Wans arm softly

: "Feeling any better?" He asked softly, running a hand down into Qui-Gon's cloak to rub and massage the flesh between the shoulder blades.

: He purrs softly " mmmhmmm... yes thank you " he said softly leaning back into his hand

: Obi-Wan kept rubbing, pinching the skin softly to try and make him feel better. "I'm glad."

: He could feel Qui-Gons skin warm against his hand, though he was trying to fight down the feeling that was building up inside him.

: Obi-Wan slowly drew his hand out, flexing his fingers. "Still sore master?" He asked softly.

: He shakes his head " much better" he stands slowly, turning and brushing his body against Obi-Wans by accident " I am going to go get some rest.. Wake me when we arrive"

: Obi-Wan nodded, feeling strange again. "Alright then." He moved to take the pilot's chair, deciding he should be alone now himself.

: He moved past him patting his shoulder and went to get some rest. Padme wondered in and looked at Obi-Wan " you alright? "

: Obi-Wan glanced over at the girl. "I'm fine." He tried to assure her.

: She raises a brow " you don't look okay.. I promise not to tell " she motioned to the gift ANakin had given her " one for another... " she offered

: Obi-Wan sighed, fixing his eyes on her. "You swear not to tell anyone on pain of.. uh..." He bit his lip. Even if she did tell he couldn't hurt her, "Well, we'd be in the same boat let's just leave it at that."

: She nods " I promise I will not say a word to anyone" she wanted to be a friend to him

: Obi-Wan pattd the seat next to her, hoping she would sit down. He had to get this off his chest anyway.. or swallow it down forever with possible damage.

: She nods and walks over and sits down next to him looking at him with concern in her eyes.

: Obi-Wan bit his lip, knowing he was opning a dangerous floodgate, but he trusted her. "I am.... overly attached... to master Qui-Gon..." He began.

: she looks at him a little confused " How do you mean over attatched? "

: "I... love.. him." Obi-Wan managed.

: She nodded a bit " more then a friend I assume? "

: "As anything you want to fit that word to mean... He has been my whole world practicly for the last twelve years."

: She nods " I see... well does he know? "

: "I'm afraid to say anything. Though he might be on the fringe with the council, he still might not take it well... given that it is one of the codes you sholdn't break... attachment is forebidden... because of the fear of loosing another. Fear is a path to the dark side... it can consume you.."

: She speaks softly " .. you are not alone. " she had peeked in on them while they'd been talking " He didn't yell at you for your.. affections earlier"

: Obi-Wan nodded a bit. "I try and tell myself.. not to hold to it. It might affect my abbility to battle. And if something happend to him... I don't want to collapse in the middle of things.. he wouldn't want that. He'd feel he failed me."

: "Maybe it doesn't make you weaker.. but stronger. Gives you a reason to push forward to be strong and stand up"

: Obi-Wan smiled at that. "You are quiet wise my friend."

: She blushes a bit " I was jsut speaking what seemed right"

: Obi-Wan reached out and touchd her shoulder, shaking it fondly. "Do you have more advice?"

: She looks at him " Well... I would suggest you talk to him. Even if he does not feel the same.. he does not seem to be the kind of person who would hurt you or judge you for it"

: Obi-Wan sucked in his breath, and let it go. "You're right.. I should... I fear something might happen to him soon.. and there is no telling when I might get another chance." He left the pilot seat for Padme to go look for Qui-Gon.

: She nods and smiles as he went, happy that she was able to help him. She sat in the pilots seat, watching in case something should happen. Qui-Gon was sleeping in a rather uncomfortable way in a seat in the back

: Obi-Wan came to him, shutting the door to the small sound-proof compartment. He settled down in a seat next to Qui-Gon, watching him to see if he'll wake.

: He stired a bit and opened one eye, and saw Obi-Wan he sat up and stretched his neck cracking " We aren't there yet are we? I'd only just falling asleep"

: "No master.. we're still in hyperspace.. a few more hours yet before we reach Coruscant." He inhalled sharply. "There is something... I need to speak to you about and hope you won't... be upset with me for."

: He nods and puts his arms on the table infront of him. He looks at Obi-Wan with concern " .. I doubt I will be.. " he said softly " .. so go on "

: Obi-Wan leaned on the table as well, locking his eyes with his master, and said... in two minutes. everything he had just discussed with PAdme.. about how he felt for Qui-Gon... and the fear that the older Jedi would die.

: He listened silently, nodding his head. He showed no anger, he barely showed any surprise " I expected something like this. " he said softly " I have... started to notice feelings of my own. " he closed his eyes for a moment " Love I can not tell you to turn back on that, but remember. Everyone dies, it will happen eventually. So do not mourn me... "

: "I promise master. To become one with the force is not a reason to mourn... though I would miss you if you were to die. I just felt... if it was to happen... that you had to know..."

: He nods and reaches out and pats Obi-Wans hand, and then takes it in his own holding it softly " As long as it does not.. get in the way of our duties.. I believe our feelings are our own"

: "But the Jedi council insists on becoming unattached... and celibicy seems like a big issue. I hear that even masters leave to persue relationships, marriage, and children."

: "Follow the force " he said firmly. He he squeezed Obi-Wans hand again " We've already talked about the fear.. if you do not fear my death but accept it as part of life. Than there is nothing to worry about. "

: Obi-Wan nodded, looking down at his hand. He could feel his heart flutter in his chest once more. "Yes Master." He agreed. He would not fear for Qui-Gon.. especially since the Jedi now understood how he felt inside

: Qui-Gon nodded and stretches some " Well.. I think I need some more rest. We will talk more later, when we can be alone. Alright? " he offered gently

: "Yes Master." Obi-Wan stood up, patting Qui-Gon's hand before turnin to the door. "Sleep well."

: He settles back into sleep, and Padme was waiting for Obi-Wan to return. When he did she perked up a little " So? " she asked with a little smile

: "I told him. And we will be dicussing it more later." Qui-Gon settled into a seat.

: She nods " Better than nothing right? " she said softly

: He nodded. --- A few hours passed and the royal ship arrived at Coruscant. Landing the queen and attendants exited first along with the royal guards. Obi-Wan directed Padme to go with them as he hung back to speak with his master.

: She nods and follows the queen and her attendants staying quiet. Qui-Gon sat and looked at Obi-Wan " so.. " he said softly

: "Should we contact the temple or... did you wish to have that talk with me now Master?" Obi-Wan asked.

: "I believe we should talk first before we contact the temple. To avoid . being caught "

: "Yes Master." Obi-Wan smiled a bit, but kept his hands tucked into his robes. He followed Qui-Gon somewhere private.. away from prying eyes.

: They find their way to a quiet room hidden within the ship where they could talk . He sits down and leans back " So .. tell me... how long have you.. felt this way? "

: "A while Master. I cannot identify when I first.. relized.. what I was feeling." Obi-Wan sat down across from him, his hands in his lap under his robe.

: He nods " I an grateful you came to me.. I kept quiet afraid of the affection you showed me that made me... feel as I did"

: "I'm sorry if I made you uncomfortable in any way." Obi-Wan said softly, looking down at his hands.

: " no no... I was just afraid of what I felt" he said softly

: "Afraid?" The padawan looked up... giving his master a confused look.

: "Perhaps that was not the best word, I did not know what to do.. You are my padawan, my student. We both know the code. I had to... push my feelings away"

: "Is that what you suggest I do Master? Push my feelings away? The code is not an easy thing to go against... I mean.. we have both made commitments to the order.."

: He sighs softly " I fear that pushing them way would do more harm than good"

: "Then what do you suggest?" He slid his hands from his robes and looked expectantly at the older man.

: Qui-Gon reached out for his hand " Follow.. the force.. where it shall lead us.. "

: "Follow the force.. or the heart?" Obi-Wan asked softly, letting Qui-Gon take his hand.

: He squeezed it softly " ... My heart is with the force. so.. I believe to follow my heart is o follow the force"

: "Such wisdom master." Qui-Gon smiled, "I will do the same... and let the force tell me where I should be."

: He smiled back and stroked Obi-Wans hand with his thumb " so... we shall see where the force takes us.. "

: Obi-Wan got off of his seat and moved to sit next to his master, still holding his hand. He was blushing again.. feeling his heart flutter in his chest.

: He smiles and moves a bit closer to Obi-Wan their shoulders touching now

: The Padawan was a bit shy, feeling how close he was to his master. Of course, they had been very close times before... pressed tightly together.. but that had been training.. battle.. and other such things.

: He reaches up and softly rubs his students shoulder. This was different now, unique and special They had both finally opened up and there was a certain comfort, yet a fear that came with that.

: Obi-Wan peered up at Qui-Gon, smiling still. He moved a hand around his master and started rubbing his shoulder in turn... hoping to loosen the older man up a bit

: Qui-Gon closed his eyes for a moment and smiled softly, he was starting to feel much more at ease now, he moved a bit and shook off hsi robe.

: Obi-wan pulled the robe into his hands, pulling it to his chest for a momment with a soft smile. When he let it go to the floor, he had his own robe join it, showing off his white tunic.

: Qui-Gon smield some, and reached out and softly caressed Obi-Wans cheek, a smile on his face. He offered yet another smile and looked deeply into his eyes

: Obi-Wan could be easily lost in those bright blue eys of his master's. It made his breath catch breifly in his throat as his soft cheek was touched. It was hard to break from tradition and code.. but he followed the force.. like his master before him

: Slowly and carefuly Qui-Gon leane forward, moving to place a soft kiss on Obi-Wans lips to fullfill a dream of many years. One he never thought would come true.

: The clean-shaven Padawan met it with his own, finding himself falling apon the couch. One arm reached out to grab gently for his master, trying to catch his back as he fell.

: Instead of catching him, he let Obi-Wan fall, and than lowered himself down on top of him. Their lips still locked in a kiss, his hand moing and gently rubbing Obi-Wans side

: The younger man pressed open his lips, hungering for his master now. He drew breath in from his nose, one hand clutching tightly at Qui-Gon's tunic as he lay under him now.

: He could hear a few soft murmurs come from the older man, he knew what he wanted, but was unsure if now was the right place. He kisses Obi-Wan deeper now, and his hand moved up and slide beneath his students shirt rubbing his flesh gently.

: Obi-Wan let out a soft moan from around his lips a momment before deliving deap. His heart beat rapidly.. the temperture of his flesh rising... he felt so warm... even as he reached down to pull off his tunic.

: His mater moved so that he could remove it,and then quickly followed pulling his own free from his form. He lied back down pressing his bare chest to his students now, moaning softly and kisses him again deeply

: Obi-Wan pulled his arms back around his master.. one hand carressing the flesh of his back as they rejoind their mouths together. His eyes were closed, the warmth in his body increasing as he felt the bare chest against his. More then he could have hoped.

: Qui-Gon kept his body pressed tight to Obi-Wans. His lips feeding hungerly off his students. The sounds of pleasure slowly getting louder as one of his hands moved down to further explore the young body. He having pushed away the thoughts of finding better time or place. He wanted him now and he couldn't stop himelf.

: Especialy if he was fated to die soon. The force had willed it... to give them something to share... to cherrish. If Qui-Gon left now, decided it wasn't the right time.. it would never come around again. Now was all they had. It wasn't spoken.. not conscious.. but both knew it in their hearts... it is why they trusted the will of the force. - Obi-Wan's hands moved lightly down across the older mans back... stroking.. carressng... simply learning the various contours.

: He kisses him deeply, and carefully begins to move Obi-Wans pants out of the way, they needed to share this moment entirely now. They could never share this moment again, both knew he would die but neither knew hwo soon it would be.

: Obi-Wan didn't want to know how soon. But under neith he knew QUITE soon. That is why the force had told him to be open with his heart. To finnaly come to terms with it So he didn't resist as his pants were pulled down.. boots kicked to the floor. His hands moved, doing the same for his master.

: They were now almost entirely nude, Qui-Gon kissed him deeply and then moves down and starts kissing his neck and shoulder softly. He ran his hands along Obi-Wans exposed flesh.

: The padawan licked his lips, breathing heavily now as he felt his master explorin his body. He even let out a soft moan as he felt lips apon his shoulder. His own hands travelled low apon the older man's back... exploring... and slowing as they reached his butt.

: He moans softly, and within a few moments he moved and removed what was left of both of their layers of clothes. He pressed his now naked form against Obi-Wans body, and kisses his neck and nibbles softly.

: The younger man was giddy, letting out another soft moan as the naked form of his master pressed tight to him. "ooo." He whispered, tilting his head to one side to give Qui-Gon better access to his neck. His fingers curld around one lower cheek, squeezing gently.

: He moans and pushes his hips against Obi-Wan his lips still at his neck nibbling and biting softly. He loved the feeling of the young body against his. It felt good and warm, and he felt truely alive for the first time that he couldn't remember.

: Qui-Gon had spent his whole life with the Jedi it seemed.. as had Obi-Wan.. but the youth was less then half his age. Still, he was more then simply accepting.. but wanting this kind of attention.. and affection. "Mmm..." He was arroused already, pressed up against his master as he was pressed down against him.

: He could feel his master move against him, almost pushing himself inside his young lover. His hand moved down and wraped around Obi-Wans errection, stroking it softly. He flicks his tongue against Obi-Wans soft flesh

: Obi-Wan gasped, his heart beat pumping faster at the suddenness of it. It wasn't unwelcome of course... His hands dug in... one in the middle of Qui-Gon's back as he let out a strangled crying moan of sorts. His whole body reacted favorably to this.. the touchs.. the hand.. the tongue... and everything..

: With one quick thrust he moed his hips and pushed himself into Obi-Wans body, his hand squeezing around his hardness again. Qui-Gon kissed him again, pressing his lips to his lovers. His tongue sneaking in and playing against Obi-Wans

: Obi-Wan's strangled moaning was cut off easily my the meeting of tongues. He curled, pressed, pulled it into his mouth... finding how much he wanted it as he contorted his body to move himself against the other more easily In this possition he was sure Qui-Gon's hand was being crushed between them so he managed to remove the death grip from the older man's ass and grabbed his hand instead.. pulling it free to relax the pressure on it.

: He keeps his lips pressed to Obi-Wans, the kiss getting deeper and more passionate as if he did not want to end it. His hips started to move faster now, pushing hard and deep. He moans into Obi-Wans mouth as they are locked in a kiss.

: The padawan was moaning back, panting hard through his nose. The pleasure was far more intense then he ever dreamed it would be.. dispite the somewhat uncomfortable position for him. He accepted it though... as his master's want... and enjoyed it for that.

: Qui-Gon seemed to notice that it was uncomfortable for his lover and tried to move so that it would be more comfortable for him. Though he could only do so much as he was lost in pleasure and his hips were moving faster and he was getting closer to his climax with each thrust.

: Obi-Wan's fingers were curled tighter into the other's hips now, holding him as he got used to the pressure. and the intense pleasure that litterly spiked through him. Friction could do that to a person. But it was more then that... being truely intamet with someone was more then about the body.. but the soul.. and the heart.

: They were shareing more then something physical, they were joined now as lovers. Body heart and soul. Although it would be their only chance it would stay with Obi-Wan forever, and with Qui-Gon until his time came. He groaned loudly and pushed his hips hard into Obi-wans body and whimpers softly as he could feel himself getting closer.

: It was something Obi-Wan needed forever.... to have... just as Qui-Gon needed this now... at the very end of his life. He would be dead in not too many days... killed by the Sith with Obi-Wan trying to save him. - But for now it was just them... with the Padawan whimpering too... in pleasure.. with any pain in him enjoyed as well.

: Suddenly Qui-Gon growls and bites down on his young lovers shoudler and suddenly orgasms. He groans and whimpers as he climax continues and washes over him. His hands hold Obi-Wan close and he gasps for breath

: The youth didn't expect the bite... and moaned loudly. His eyes opened, still gasping as his still errect manhood rubbed against Qui-Gon's belly. He pressed his chest hard against his as well, his arms still gripping about the masters body.

: Qui-Gon pushes himself up slightly, and wraps his hand around Obi-Wans errection again, and started to stroke him.He wanted to please him and kisses the young man as his hand moves against him

: Obi-Wan sat up as well, resting his elbows against the couch and peering down the length of their bodies. He gasped softly, feeling the hands on him.. wanting.. no.. NEEDING that contact. His hips moved, presing against the hands at their pace

: The older man cotintued his affections, his hands moving along the young mans hardness. HE actually moves his body down some, and flicks his tongue against the tip of Obi-Wans errection. He wanted to see Obi-Wans pleasure.. to watch him as he reached his climax.

: The younger's hips moved again, pressing against te older's lips for a momment after he was licked. It was on reflex more then just watching him... - Swallowing hard, Obi-Wan slid his fingers down through his master's hair.. stroking through the thick locks in a rather pleasing manor.

: With that Qui-Gon grined and suddenly Obi-Wan felt his lips around his errection. His masters hands rubbing his thighs now. Moaning softly as he took his lover in.

: "Ooo.. oh my..." Obi-Wan's toes curled and his eyes rolled. Being taken was one thing.. but to feel a warm and wet mouth around him was another. It was making him moan in new ways... his hip still moving on their own.

: His master moaned and puts his hands to his lovers hips. Holding them,and pulling him deeper into the wet mouth. Qui-Gons tongue plays along the soft warm flesh that was in his mouth. Causing him to moan loudly sending vibrations up Obi-Wans body.

: "Oooo... OOO!" He moaned louder, his back arching as the swet spilled down across his body. So hot.. so very hot... because of his master's love and attention. His panting was becoming much heavier now.. his body shaking.. he was close... to his own climax now.

: Qui-Gon did not slow, his attentions increase and he moans loudly around Obi-Wan again. His hands squeeze his students hips his thumbes strokeing his skin softly. He could feel that Obi-Wan was close and wanted to please him to the end.

: With a loud cry he exploded.. everything flooding out from him as the pleasure filled his body again. "OOOO!!! AHH!!" He managed... his hips thrusting upward again.

: He growled in pleasure and gripped Obi-Wans hips tightly and moans as he watches the pleasure washing over the young man. He slowly moves his lips from Obi-Wan and looks up at him " hmmmm.. " he nuzzles his stomach softly "... was this worth it? " he asked very quietly

: The padawan didn't speak for several minutes.. catching his breath as he lay there on the couch. When he did speak, he smiled "Yes... it was worth it.." He agreed. He hoped, Qui-Gon felt the same way.

: "...Hmmm.. I know" he rubs his legs softly and then slowly sits up " we should catch up with them soon " he moves in and wraps his arms around Obi-Wan

: Obi-Wan closed his eyes, nodding a bit. "I will treasure this." He whispered softly, leaning his had against the older man.

: Qui-Gon just held him, rubbing his back softly and kisses his head a few time " As will I... " he said knowing deep down this was his last truely happy moment.

: Elsewhere... The boy who was the true queen of Naboo was getting ready. He hated being deceptive... but it came with the Job. And serving the people of Naboo was just that. But it as also a calling. He would do what he needed to in order to protect the people. - He had just barely finished up when the Senator who was his mentor arrived.

: Palpatine walked in and bowed his head " Greetings " he said softly " I am glad to see you are alright. I heard about the trouble you had. " He smiled softly at the small boy using his charm and his fatherly attitude to help him.

: The boy smild, thouh he didn't look like a boy.. not in this outfit... "Senator. I am pleased to see you are well." He sighed softly, moving over to the man as he held his hands to his sides. "I couldn't stay on Naboo.. not with our people suffering and dying out there. I needed to come.. to beg the senate to interceed."

: Palpatine nods and sits down " Well I am sure the senate will listen to you. " he said softly though there was a hint of doubt in his voice as if he hoped but he did nto completely trust that it would work

: "Yes... They have to. The chancellor needs to help our people get something done." The boy sighed. He was actually not that fond of beaurocrats. They held the power and kept stalling things in the sentate. He looked towards the senator with a slight frown.

: He walked over and put a hand carefully on the boys shoulder " I will help anyway I can. Stay strong for your people." he squeezed Anakins shoulder softly " You can be very persuasive"

: Anakin smiled a bit then looked up at him. "Is there anythin you suggest? You know how much I value your council. I would not be where I am today if not for you."

: He turns away from Anakin now "Pehaps.. it is time that the chancellor ... be given a vote of no confidence. He is not doing his job and is claerly being guided by other motives"

: Anakin sighed softly. "He is our biggest supporter.." Then he shook his head, "but.. all he does is talk... what action has he taken? I just hope whoever takes his place will be willing to help us."

: Palpatine nods " Don't worry about it.Action wll be taken"

: The young ruler smiled a bit, closing his eyes and trying to relax. "At least the chancellor sent the Jedi to help things out. If not for them I would still be stuck on Naboo... no doubt forced to sign their treaty... and, I wouldn't have gotten to see my mother again."

: Palpatine walks over and rests his hands on the boys shoulders " Yes we have much to thank the Jedi for" he said softly " May I ask" He said softly " Who is that young woman with the two?" he had spotted her and was curious who she was

: Anakin smiled a bit. Palpatine was much like a father to him so the hands on his shoulders were quiet a comfort. "Her name is Padme. She is a Padawan. Apperently, her master died and she was sent with the other two because she was origonally from Naboo."

: He nods " I see. " he patted Anakins shoulder " Well I have to go, there is much work to do" he sand and turned to walk toward the door. " Remember what we talked about. "

: "I will, and thank you." He smiled. He had work of his own to attend to till they got to the senate chambers.

: Anakin was left to his work, Palpatine off to his own. Padme was putzing around following either Qui-Gon or Obi-Wan around bored really. Not having a master of her own was starting to get in her nerve

: Obi-Wan was quiet, walking behind his master. He had ben working hard to disguss the 'glow' he had about him around the other Jedi. They needed to get to the council chamber.. Qui-Gon had things to report.. about the Sith.

: Padme folllowed, though she had noticed the glow and could only assume what had happened. She wondered if it would ever happen to her. They arrived at the council chamber and were let in.

: Obi-Wa stayed quietly at Qui-Gon's side, showing his respect to the masters surrounding them. --- "Report for us have you Master Qui-Gon?" Yoda asked, looking up at the Jedi.

: He nods his head and looks up " There is a sith master. " he said firmly lookig about the room showing the sincerity in his face

: "A Sith say you? Explain this you shall." - Obi-Wan tucked his hands up into his robes, listening to the masters conversing, and trying not to pass judgement.

: Qui-Gon took a deep breath and went onto explain what had happened, and the fight between himself and the sith. What the sith looked like and his feeling that t was the student, not the teacher he had fought

: The council listened to his story and nodded from time to time. "This does not bode well for the Jedi." Master Windu began, "After a thousand years the Sith choose now to return? This makes me belive there is more to the blockade on Naboo then meets the eye."

: Qui-Gon nods " I think we should try to find out more about him. Find his teacher" he glanced back to Obi-Wan and Padme who stood off to one side

: "More you have to say?" Master Yoda ventured.

: " Obi-Wan should go through the trials, and I would like to take Padme as my new padawan"

: Yoda glanced at Obi-Wan. "Belive he is ready you do?" --- Obi-Wan smiled a bit, lowering his eyes. He felt proud... his master felt he was ready.

: "Yes I do. He has proven himself more than ready "

: "Then after this fight concluded, trials shall he go."

: Qui-Gon nods " What of Padme? Is she to stay with us for now? "

: "Yes. Stay with you, she shall. Keep her safe you must."

: He nods and bows growing silent waiting to see if they had anymore they wished to say to him or the others before leaving

: When the Jedi got out of the chambers they found out what had transpired at the Senate. the Chancellor had been made to step down.. and ellections were being put in. The Queen of Naboo had been instramental in this.

: Each of the jedi wondered who would be the next chancellor and Padme wanted to go see Anakin to see what he knew but she couldn't She was kept away both by the queens guards, and Qui-Gon who called her back to keep an eye on her

: Obi-Wan was slightly disturbed by these turns of events. So while they waited to speak with the Queen he turned towards Qui-Gon. "Master... I have a bad feeling about this."

: He nods " So do I. It seems very strange " he took a deep breath and wondered to himself what it meant, and would mean for the future.

: "Perhaps it is the dark veil I now feel.... I didn't notice it before.. not till we encountered the Sith. But now.." He shook his head, "Do you feel it?"

: Qui-Gon closes his eyes and nods " Something dark is coming. We will do our bes to be ready for it" Padme was distracted during this, she was still young and wanted to see Anakin agian.

: One of the guards looked at Padme as the other two Jedi spoke. "You wish to come inside? Let us check." One of the guards entered, and a few voices were exchanged, too low to hear. When the guard exected she shook her head. "He was sent on an errand. I'm sorry."

: She nods a bit and sighs " Alright... " she slumps on wall and sits down onthe floor. Qui-Gon speaks softly " we would like to speak with with the queen"

: The guard nodded a bit. "Come inside then. The Queen is expecting you."

: He nods and enters making sure Obi-Wan was behind him. Padme stayed out in the hall feeling upset

: The queen was standing by the windows and turned slightly to see them with a soft smile. "You need to see me?"

: He bows his head " We jsut heard about the Chancellor" he said trying to hide the worry that was swirlig around him

: The queen nodded a bit. "The senate has spoken. A new leader will take his place.. and I can only hope that they will wish to help end this conflict."

: "At your urging" he said " Do you know who is being considered ?"

: "Yes. My own senator is one of those up for consideration. I can only hope... for I know he will end this conflict surely. He is a wise man." [20:13]

: " Your own senator? " he said softly. Somthing worried him about all fo this but he was not sure. " Are you sure that is wise? " [20:14]

: The Queen peered up at him. "For my people I am sure it is.. but regardless of who is voted in... I pray that they will help this conflict... assume some control over the trade federation." [20:17]

: He nods " Yes something needs to be done. Some action does need to be taken" he was not sure that replacing the Chancellor was the best way to do it though. [20:18]

: The queen nodded, gazing back over Coruscant. "I will be returning to Naboo. My people need me there." There was a pause, "I would like you to return with me. I think, they might need you still." [20:18]

: "Which you? " he inquired " There are currently 3 of us" he said with a bit of a smirk on his lips [20:19]

: "All three. We could use as much help as we can get." There was another pause and the Queen turned back to Qui-Gon. "I think I might be able to get the Gungans to give my people aid." [20:21]

: Qui-Gon nods " Perhaps I should go speak with them" he said softly " Leave Obi-Wan and Pamde to help you. [20:22]

: "Jar-Jar says he can lead me to them. I will talk to them myself... I am aware they do not fully trust the Naboo and they trust offworlders even less." [20:23]

: " I should go wth you" he said " Just in case" he was rather determined not to let her go alone. [20:23]

: "Alright then. My bodyguards will be coming as well... if the gungans agree to help, we will have battle plans to draw up." [20:24]

: He nods " When do you want to leave? [20:25]

: "As soon as possible. The faster we get back to Naboo, the faster my people can be saved." [20:27]

: He nods " I will speak with the council" he motions to Obi-Wan " get Padme. She is to stay with the queen until we leave" [20:28]

: Obi-Wan nodded and left to fetch her. "Padme.." He said, "Come inside please." He held out a hand to her. --- The Queen nodded, still looking out the window and sighing softly. [20:29]

: She looked a bit confused and took his hand getting up " What is going on? " she asked quietly absently squeezing Obi-Wans hand [20:30]

: Obi-Wan led her inside. "Qui-Gon has asked you to look after the Queen before we return to Naboo. He needs to speak to the council again." [20:31]

: She nods " Okay" though she looked around and then bowed to the queen " Take care Obi-Wan she said softly as Qui-Gon motioned for him to follow [20:31]

: Obi-Wan bowed to the queen as well, departing with Qui-Gon. --- The queen turned slightly, nodding politely to the departing Jedi, then to Padme. [20:33]

: She looks at the queen and bows her head not having been in contact with the queen much before this [20:33]

: The queen gestured for Padme to rise. "No need to do that." [20:34]

: She stands "iIf you say so" she responded quietly [20:35]

: "Sit if you like." The queen turned from her, crossing the room to where the guards were sitting. "I will have my attendents get you something to eat." [20:36]

: She nods and sits down a bit nervously. [20:36]

: The queen flashed her a small smile and vanished into the back room as several handmaidens arrived to ask her what she might like. [20:37]

: She made very modest requests, some water and fruit. Not wanting to take advantage, or seem like she was. [20:38]

: They nodded and one smiled at her. "Your hair is pretty my lady." Another reached for her hand. "Come... let's go to the dinning room." [20:39]

: She was a bit thrown by the comment but took the offered hand " .. alright " she said [20:39]

: She was lead in there with her back to the door. Soon, her fruit and water came... fresh from naboo. [20:40]

: She smiles and sits " thank you ". She picked up a piece of fruit and started to eat it slowly [20:41]

: When she was nearly finished eating two doors opened and closed in the main area. One sounded like the main door. - Into the room Anakin came, smiling up at her. "Hey Padme!" [20:41]

: She heard the doors, and looked to see what it was but missed it seeing only Anakin coming him. " Hi!" she said a huge smile on her face [20:42]

: He climbed into a chair, swinging his legs a bit. "Enjoying the hospitality of the queen?" He asked softly. [20:42]

: She nods " makes me a little nervous but she's been very kind" [20:43]

: Anakin coughed lightly, as if he was about to giggle, and hid his smile. "A Jedi? Nervous?" [20:44]

: She looks at him a litlte confused but shrugs " Yes.. it can happen" she said witha bit of a huff " I am still young too.. " she stuck her tongue out some [20:45]

: He looked back at her with a bright smile. "I'm really glad to have met you." [20:47]

: She smiles "I am glad I met you too" she reached over and patted hi shead and messed up his hair [20:48]

: He chuckled softly, peering up at her. "And it was fun getting to meet Jedi too. Gives me more respect for them." [20:50]

: She nods and pulls one leg up to her chest " they are worthy of respect" she nodded. [20:50]

: He picked up a piece of fruit that the handmaiden's brought to the table, several of them joining as well. "And you're beautiful.: [20:51]

: He watches her cheeks turn a bright red " .. th.. thank you" she said softly [20:52]

: "You'd be at home in the court of Naboo had you not been a Jedi." [20:52]

: she shakes her head "No I'm not one for politics really " she lied she found it all very interesting in truth [20:53]

: "Politics is at it's heart.. serving people. You're a Jedi.. you serve the common good or try to, right? True politics is the same.. the problem is.. so many are corrupt." [20:54]

: She nods " It.. its a shame... why can't people just serve their people, do what is right for the galaxy" [20:55]

: "That's what I think. There are many greedy folks though. Someone needs to help pull them together I think." [20:56]

: Padme nods in agreement " I wonder who could do it though. It would take someone very strong" [20:57]

: He nodded. "And wise." He smiled. [20:57]

: She nods " Do you know who is up for Chancellor? I heard that te old one was removed" [20:58]

: "A few people.. including the senator from Naboo. He's a good man." [20:58]

: " Well with luck the right choice will be made. And all of this can end" [20:59]

: "I hope so too. I hate seeing suffering." [21:00]

: She wraps her arm around her leg as it was still pulled up to her chest " I feel so strange here.. " she said " I am supposed be her to watch over the queen but I am like a quest" [21:01]

: "The queen is well looked after." The boy smiled, tilting his head back, "No need to worry. And it is wonderful to have a guest." [21:01]

: "I feel like I should be doing more. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan seem to trust me. and count on me. At least alittle bit" [21:03]

: "I'm sure they do. I wonder what they're talking about at the council though." [21:04]

: she shrugs " I wouldn't doubt its the queens return.. and me " she said softly [21:05]

: "And you? Why's that?" He tilted his head to the side, popping fruit into his mouth. [21:05]

: "What to do with me " she said softly " I know that Obi-Wan is supposed to take the trials soon but I don't know who I'll end up with" she shrugs some [21:07]

: "With either one of them I'm sure. They seem to like you around." He assured her, swallowing his fruit. [21:07]

: She nods " I like them... Obi-Wan can be very entertaining" she said with a bit of a chuckle [21:08]

: "Oh? How so?" The boy grinned, climbing back down from his seat. [21:09]

: "He is just.. " she pauses trying to figure out how to explain it " He and Qui-Gon look at things differently. So they clash sometimes.. and he is just. sarcastic" [21:10]

: Anakin giggled softly. "But he seemed so Serious!" He shook his head, offering a hand up to Padme. [21:10]

: "he can be..." she took the offered hand and smiled [21:11]

: The boy escorted her back to the main room. Sitting on the couch, he engaged her in conversation until the Jedi returned. [21:13]

: They talked about all kinds of things, she told him about her life before she was taken by the Jedi. Her life as a slave telling him more than she told anyone besides her now dead master.-- Qui-Gon leads the way back to get Padme and tell the queen they could leave at any time [21:14]

: And it wasn't long before they left.. the whole group of them.. heading back to Naboo. It was hard to get in through the blocade.. but they landed on the far side of the planet where Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan had picked up Jar-Jar before. When they landed, the queen and attendents got off the ship first. [21:16]

: Padme hung back with the two older Jedi watching. Her eyes always looking out for Anakin having a soft spot for him wanting him to be okay. Qui-Gon motioned for them to follow as they all got off the ship [21:17]

: Anakin was walking a bit behind the queen, tossing glances back at the Jedi as Jar-Jar lead them into the swamps. The first location had been abandoned.. so he was taking them to the gathering spot. [21:18]

: It was a decent walk, and they arrived and the Gungans were waiting for them. Looking down they were asked what they wanted [21:21]

: The queen moved up to start speaking to them. Telling them that they needed the Gungans help... and things didn't seem to be going well... until the little boy stepped forward, greeting them in Gungan. And revealed the truth. "You're honor, I'm the real Queen... I'm sorry for the deception.. it was for my protection... The trade federation has been looking to abduct me since they began their blockade." He bowed his head. [21:40]

: Padme nearly fell over backwards, but for Qui-Gons hand on her shoulder. He was the queen? She was very confused and just stood stunned. The Gungans nodded "You ask for help? " [21:42]

: The boy who was Queen nodded. "Yes. I ask you.. no.." He knelt before them, " I BEG you to help us." [21:43]

: The gathering grew quiet and then the gungan spoke " Alright. we will help you " [21:46]

: Things started moving fairly quickly after that. The gungans agreed to form an army.. and leaders of resistances in the various camps were contacted. It was hard to get everyone together again until they were loaded into a sub to get them to the capital easier. [21:49]

: Qui-Gon, Obi-Wan and Padme had started moving as a good group. Each working off each other and Padme becoming more comfortable with the two. [21:50]

: When they were put into the subs, Anakin was placed with the Jedi and the decoy queen. It was the safest place after all. [21:51]

: Padme was quiet , feeling strange that she'd been so .. casual with the queen. [21:52]

: Anakin looked over at her, frowning slightly. "I'm sorry I couldn't tell you PAdme." [21:53]

: She nods silently not sure what to say " .. I .. understand" [21:54]

: "I couldn't even tell my mom when I visited her. I wanted to.. but it was too dangerous." [21:54]

: she nods " msut be hard" [21:55]

: "It is... but... it's my life. I serve the people of Naboo." [21:55]

: She nods " You do it well " [21:56]

: "I was surprised to be elected.. because I'm both young and a boy... but, the people had decided it and the people's will must be done." [21:56]

: She nods " They must have tremendous faith in you" [21:57]

: "I have tried to do the right thing for them. That is why we must win. No matter what the odds. This plan must work.. I just hope the Gungans can hold the droids off long enough without getting themselves killed." [22:04]

: She nods " It will work. I am sure of it" though her voice gave way her doubt [22:05]

: He reached out a hand and placed it on her wrist. "Have Faith in me.. and yourself... we will get through this." [22:06]

: She nods putting her free hand on top of his " okay " [22:08]

: He was really brave. He had risked his life for them even though it was his life they were protecting. Selfless... intellegent... and with gifts in the force. --- These things came in handy when they slipped into the Naboo capital. Padme had been sent in the with fliers as Anakin and the guards headed for the throne room.... but, The Sith was there too. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan found him waiting just before the reactor for the palace outside the launch bay. [22:10]

: Qui-Gon looked at the sith, and moved to prepare to fight. there was nothing to say. Not to the sith. So they would have to fight and win. It was the only option [22:11]

: The Sith were the enemy after all.. they couldn't be resoned with.. at least, that's how the Jedi saw things. --- Obi-Wan ignited his blade, waiting for his master to take lead. He was worried about this sitation, but did not let it interfeer. He felt he would lose Qui-Gon... lose the one he loved. [22:12]

: Qui-Gon had no doubt about how the fight would end, not that it mattered now. With his light saber ignited he moved toward the Sith making the first move [22:15]

: Obi-Wan was quick to join in as the being ignited a double-bladed saber. the battle began.. driving them back towards walkways that surrounded the reactor. [22:17]

: It was intense the Sith was good, very good. It was not an instantly won fight they would have to work for it and they did. They started to fight through sections of sheilds. Obi-Wan didn't make it, and he was cut off leaving Qui-Gon to fight the sith alone. [22:18]

: Obi-Wan watched, helplessly... his master seemingly meditating as the Sith Paced. He told himself to stop panicing. He could do nothing if he paniced. He trusted the force. --- When the Shields lowered Obi-Wan took off towards them... but again, didn't make it in time. He was about where Qui-Gon had been as The Sith did battle with his master. [22:20]

: The Sith got the upper hand, and Obi-Wan watched as his master fell to the ground, the wound obvious on his body as he fell to the floor. The sith turned to Obi-Wan clearly thinking he could easily take the other down as well [22:22]

: "NO!" Obi-Wan cried out. No matter how expected it had been... seeing it happen... - He rushed forward.. almost loosing himself in a rage that tried to push up through him. He was in danger of becoming that what he was fighting.. and might have if he hadn't been knocked off the platform and had to hang on for dear life. There was something about that momment that drove back the darkness threatening to take him in that momment.. gave him clarity. There he was.. his lightsaber destroyed... his master dying... and he needed to reach him. Finding his center, Obi-Wan lept up, avoiding the sith's damaged blade, and landing on the far side. Into his hand came his master's blade and he let the force guide him... - He was no longer anger as he saw the two halves of the Sith tumble down into the hole he'd nearly fallen into [22:25]

: The sith fell helplessly and was gone. Qui-Qon lied on the floor, he was dying, and could not be saved and he knew it. He knew that Obi-Wan had succeeded and only hoped that he would come back to his side. So Qui-Gon could offer a few short words before he ws gone. [22:26]

: Obi-Wan reached his side, feeling like he might cry as he knelt by Qui-Gon and pulled him into his arms. "Master.." He choked. [22:26]

: He looks up, and then reaches up caressing his cheek " You are strong " he smiles " I love you.. remmeber that" [22:27]

: "I will.. I will." Obi-Wan's brow scrunched in sandness, trying to keep himself from tears. "I... I'll stay strong." [22:28]

: He pulls himself up and kisses Obi-Wans softly [22:29]

: Obi-Wan nearly whimpered as he kissed back, feeling his master's last breath against his lips. [22:29]

: He fell back, his hand falling from Obi-Wans face as his life left him. [22:30]

: Obi-Wan shut his eyes tightly but refused to cry... Qui-Gon would not want him to cry... and it was not the ways of the Jedi. "There is no death.." He managed through chokes of sadness, "There is only.. the force.." [22:33]

: Eventually he was found by guards who helped him take Qui-Gons lifeless body from where he had fallen. No one speaking of his death though, silent respect. Padme did not have the discipline tokeep herself from crying when she found out about the loss. [22:34]

: They had won. The droids were shut down... the queen had retaken the palace... they had won... even the Sith had been killed.. but... the old Jedi master was dead. - Obi-Wan placed a hand on Padme's shoulder, sighing softly. "He'd have wanted me to train you.." He whispered softly. [22:35]

: She nods, through her tears " I know I should not cry.. but I can't help it" he had done so much for her. Though she could only imagine what the loss was like for Obi-Wan having a feeling they'd become lovers before he died. [22:36]

: But it had been the reason.. the knowlage that.. Qui-Gon was about to die... - He put his arms around her suddenly, giving her a hug. "It's alright.. I won't tell the masters if you won't." [22:37]

: She turns her body into his and hugs him tightly crying into his shoulder. She wanted to stop and even tried too but couldn't . [22:38]

: It was a day later that the Master's finnaly got there... for Qui-Gon's funeral.. and the celibration of Naboo's freedom. But they wern't alone.. Palpatine.. who had been elected Chancellor, had come as well. [22:42]

: Padme had stayed closed to Obi-Wan during that time. Barely a few feet away at any given point. She was quiet and reserved wrestlin gwith the feelings that she was facing inside she had lost one master, and now another. Although he was not hers, he had been a great help to her. Everyone was respectful, the Chancellor offers his condolences on the death of the Jedi. [22:44]

: And Obi-Wan was knighted, and was given permission to train Padme. --- After the celibration in the square, Anakin returned to the throne room, seeing Palpatine there waiting for him. "I'm pleased to see your new appointment, Chancellor." He beamed. [22:44]

: He nods " Thank you very much. Part of it was due to your overwhelming support" he said offering a smile. [22:45]

: "You're welcome. I was doing my job though." he smiled, tilting his head a bit. "Is something troubling you?" - Anakin didn't notice that they were speaking alone... the Chancellor's guards had departed along with the Queen attendants. [23:07]

: He had seemed distracted ad looks at the "queen" " Hmm..no" he said softly [23:08]

: Anakin nodded and sat down. "I am pleased to have you in control of the senate." He remarked... pretty much for the second time. As he looked around he started to notice that his attendants and guards were elsewhere. Quiet strange. [23:11]

: "May I speak freely with you" He asked quietly moving to find a place to sit down so that he might relax some. [23:12]

: "Of course." He smiled, turning his blue-brown eyes on him. "You are a mentor to me.. I feel like you should always be able to speek freely with me." [23:13]

: He nods " I have been watching you Anakin. I know of your.. gifts " he said knowing the boy would know what he was speaking of [23:14]

: He nodded. "I saw the Jedi using gifts like mine.. they called it the force." [23:14]

: he nods " I could teach you" he said suddenly. This was far to important to play games and beat around the bush [23:15]

: "You can?" Anakin's attention was perked, but his brow pulled a bit. "How sir? You are not a Jedi." [23:18]

: He waved his hand some " That is unimportant. I can teach you " he said softly [23:19]

: "I would like to learn the ways of the force.. but I do not want to interfeer with either my duties here, or yours on Coruscant." [23:19]

: He nods " We can work around it. " he said smiling " You should learn, and not let your gifts go to waste" [23:20]

: "Then I would enjoy learning from you in this matter as in matters of politics." [23:20]

: He nods moving over resting a hand on his shoulder "I am glad to hear it" [23:21]

: "When do we start?" [23:23]

: "We have some time now to start perhaps? " [23:24]

: "Yes. The people are celibrating. Affairs of state can wait for the afternoon." [23:25]

: He nods, and sits down with Anakin and explains what the force is, and how he has been using it all this time without understanding it. He then begins to teach him how to meditate and to feel the force intentionaly. [23:26]

: And to structure control over it.. after all.. the Sith controlled the force.. where as the Jedi let it flow through them... that was one of their big differences [23:27]

: The afternoon ended, and Palpatine nods " We shall continue as soon as possible" he said and left the queens attendents returning and his guards coming to escort him out. [23:28]

: Before the Jedi left, Anakin went to see Padme. "So, Obi-Wan is going to train you?" He asked. [23:29]

: She nods, her eyes were red as she had been crying yet again. Determined to be rid of the last of her sorrow before she begain her training with Obi-Wan. Not wanting to be made weak by it. " Yes.. though I think is only doing it for Qui-Gon" [23:30]

: "I'm sorry he died. He was a good man." Anakin sat down next to her and sighed a bit. "How is Obi-Wan taking it?" [23:31]

: " He is fine... cold almost " she said softly " He knew. Some how he knew and accepted it. Prepared for it" [23:31]

: "I think Jedi train to ignore their emotions... but.. that doesn't mean you have to." [23:33]

: She nods and takes a deep breath " I am .. trying to get over my pain. Of loosing him. I think.. " she said her voice cracking a bit " fear of death does the most damage. If you can.. accept death is part of life than.. there is nothing to be afraid of" [23:34]

: "Death is a part of life... but.. that does not mean that it is not sad." He took her hand, holding it gently as he sighed. [23:35]

: She nods, and holds his hand in return " It is sad, it will always be sad, but you can't let it ... stop you " [23:36]

: He nodded. "If you can't save them... you must keep going.. but.. I think it's important to at least try and advert death.. don't you?" [23:37]

: "Yes I do... death should not be.. just accepted as... what is to happen. Something should try to stop it. Death.. is not an answer" [23:38]

: He smiled at her. "I'm glad we've had this talk." [23:38]

: she nods "So am I" she offers a bit smile " I think Obi-wan and I will be leaving soon. I.. probably wotn see you again for a while" her voice was a little sad [23:38]

: "I know. But you'll think of me right? I'll think of you.. and maybe one day we will meet again." [23:39]

: she nods and then hugs him tightly " I'll think of you too" she pulls out the gift he'd give her it was on a chain around her neck " always " [23:41]

: He smiled, hugging her back... and thinking about her every day as she trained to be a Jedi and he worked for the people of Naboo... continuing from the strange possition of Queen because he was male.. to senator eight years later. [23:44]

: She worked with Obi-Wan and despite her efforts not to become attatched she was very close to him now. He was her friend and she loved him deeply. During the entire time she kept his gift close to her. Always hidden, and Obi-Wan true to his word never told anyone she had it