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Encounters with Fate

Prologue: Qui-Gon silently looked back to where Anakin stood with his mother, Shmi. Qui-Gon had won Anakin's freedom for him, but he had chosen to stay with his mother deciding that that would be best for everyone involved. Besides, Anakin couldn't bear the thought of leaving his mother. Qui-Gon gave the Skywalkers one last look knowing this would not be the last time he saw either of them.

Two Months Later: Qui-Gon stood on a balcony in the Jedi Temple overlooking Coruscant. The sunset he was watching sent rays of orange and red over the always shining city-world. The building's lights absorbed the sun's rays. The traffic was just as busy as ever. It had been two months since the Battle for Naboo and Darth Maul's death. Qui-Gon found his thoughts returning to young Anakin Skywalker. He had never told Obi-Wan or the Jedi Council about Anakin. Little did he know that fate was going to give him a hard knock to the head. Anakin couldn't believe it. His mother was finally free. Now they were arriving on Coruscant after years of dreaming. Shmi had gotten a job as a secretary for a large business firm. Her excellent writing skills and polite manners had won her a job after only two interviews. Shmi thought to herself, as the transport settled into its docking bay.

Mace Windu adjusted the brown robe he wore over his tunic and breeches. He looked over at Ki-Adi-Mundi. The other Jedi stroked his long beard then ran a hand over his tall cylinder-like head. Ki then looked down at Master Yoda. The small, green, pointed ear alien was locked in meditation. Ki then shifted his gaze back to Mace. "Are Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan coming with us?" he asked him. Mace nodded, just as Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon showed up. The Jedi were giving a talk at a local school to a class of fourth graders, which ironically included one Anakin Skywalker.

"Alright settle down, class." Mrs.Narcona*, Anakins teacher said. "We're having some visitors, who will be arriving in a few minutes. Some Jedi are coming to speak to you about their order today." Some of the kids grew excited. Anakin grew fearful, after a few days he had made friends and proven to be one of the smartest and brightest kids in the class. Now Jedi were coming to visit his class. Anakin knew there was a very good chance they would discover his abnormally strong Force sensitivity. He thought to himself.

Qui-Gon strolled through the hall of the school to the classroom. He entered the bright and cheerful room decorated with pictures of plant and animals. Artwork done by the students also graced the walls. The students all looked up at him eager and full of excitement. Qui-Gon smiled to himself, but the smile quickly turned to a look of puzzlement as he felt a familiar presence in the Force. This was a presence he didn't think he would encounter again so soon and in this way. He started to look at the students and found himself staring at a very scared Anakin Skywalker. Anakin was trying to hide his face in his arms. Qui-Gon stared in utter disbelief.

He turned to Mrs. Narcona. "May I speak with this student for a few minutes?" he asked, gesturing to Anakin. Anakin froze. "Anakin?" Mrs. Narcona asked, puzzled. "Why do you wish to speak with him?" "I just do." Qui-Gon said simply. "Alright but don't talk to him for to long." Mrs. Narcona gestured for Anakin to go with the Jedi. Anakin got up with obviously great reluctance. He looked like he was ready to run at the slightest gesture or word.

Qui-Gon led him out into the hall. "What are you doing here, Annie?" he asked bluntly, his full of curiosity. "I earned enough money as a mechanic to free my mother. Then, she got a job for a business firm" Anakin replied. At that moment the other Jedi showed up just in time to see the pair deep in conversation with one another. "Who are you talking to, Qui-Gon?" Mace asked. "This is one of the students from the class, his name is Anakin Skywalker." Anakin gave the Jedi a small smile. They sensed something but couldn't quite place it. Then it came to them suddenly-the boy was extremely strong in the Force. They could also sense that he and Qui-Gon had met before. "Have you two met before?" Ki asked. "Yes. Two months ago on Tatooine. He's the one who got the money for the hyperdrive for us. I also won his freedom for him." "You won his freedom?" asked Obi-Wan. "Yes. I used to be a slave." Anakin said simply without any anger or hate in his voice. "I earned enough money as a mechanic for my mother's freedom. She got a job and we ended up here." Anakin added. "Your father?" Yoda asked. "I have no father." Anakin said darkly. The Jedi looked at one another and made a quick decision. "I think you had better come with us as soon as this talk is over." Mace declared firmly. Anakin didn't think he had much of a choice.

Shmi worked quietly in her small, but comfortable kitchen. The room was painted a soft blue. Table and chairs sat in the middle of the room. Pots and pans hung on the wall within reach. Artwork down by Anakin covered the walls. She was humming to herself as she prepared dinner. she thought. He was. The door burst opened suddenly Shmi found herself looking at Anakin being escorted into the apartment by figures dressed like Jedi Knights, one of which looked very familiar. "Annie!" she exclaimed what's all this?!!" We're hear to talk to you about your son, Ma'am." Mace replied politely. "Did he do something wrong?" Shmi asked. "No. Here are we to talk about strong Force presence in your son." Master Yoda answered. She glanced down at the blue alien. "What about it?" she asked. "How did he come by it? Who was his father?" Ki questioned. Shmi looked down at the floor as she replied softly. "There was no father. I carried him, gave birth to him, and raised him." All the Jedi except Qui-Gon, stared at the woman in shock. "Has he been on Tatooine all his life until recently?" asked Obi-Wan. Shmi nodded. She didn't know what the Jedi planned for her son and she would rather they left him alone. Annie was happy with the life he had now. Shmi glanced over at Qui-Gon, whose face was neutral. She gave a small jump as she recognized him. Then she quickly turned her attention back to the others as Mace Windu spoke up. "I would like you and your son to come to the temple tomorrow afternoon at two O' clock to discuss this matter in front of the entire council." Without waiting for a reply he and the other Jedi left. Shmi and Anakin looked at each other. What were they going to do?

To be continued...