This is an account of Anakin and Padme in the netherworld of the force

By:Ani-Padmeforever

Disclaimer:I don't own anything to star wars. All belongs to George Lucas.

Rated: K

Submitted: 4/07/10

"Tell your sister...you were right." These were Anakin Skywalker's last words. Once he closed his eyes for the final time, he immediately found himself in a plane of never ending light, pure light, but it did not blind him or irritate him. He found himself with his own arms and legs from 23 years back, with his gorgeous golden locks, and his muscular physique, but with Jedi robes reminiscent of Obi Wan. Then he saw someone who he had wanted to meet again, who he wanted to forgive him, but he wasn't sure it was possible.

"Master Obi Wan!" Anakin shouted. He ran towards him and hugged him, and suddenly he broke into tears. Obi Wan hugged him back, and they broke apart, still holding on to each other, looking deep into each other's eyes.

"I'm so sorry. That's all I can say. I can't repay my terrible sins, but I will do my uttermost." Anakin said, wiping away his tears.

"I know Anakin, but you have to accept the good you did in the 46 years you lived as well. For 14 years of your life you were a Jedi, serving the republic, saving thousands of lives. For the nine years before that you did your best to help others. And just recently, you saved your son, and destroyed the Dark side. That's why you are here son. You officially passed back into the light."

"I killed my wife. The person who I loved more than life itself. I loved her for the 23 years after her death as well. I loved her so much. The pain when I learnt I killed her was indescribable."

"You didn't kill me Anakin. It was far more complicated. I died of a broken heart Ani."

Anakin looked around and saw two familiar faces walking towards him- Master Yoda and Padme. His heart filled with a warm joy once he saw them.

"Yoda...I'm so sorry." He dropped to his knees."I thank you for the training you gave my son. He became a far greater Jedi than I ever dreamed of."

"Anakin, destroy the sith, you did. Your destiny it was. Live a life of pain and suffering you did. But in the end, the right path you chose, aided by young Luke Skywalker."

"Padme!" He shouted, still on his knees."Do you forgive me. Do you forgive me for the life I led? I loved you so much, but I have no excuse."

"Anakin, of course I do. You saved our son. You came good at the end. I could literally feel your pain and suffering behind that mask. You were corrupted by the Emperor, but now, you are here, having broke through the fog of lies he created. I've always loved you."

Anakin looked at Padme for a long time. She was wearing a beautiful blue dress-which looked identical to the clothes she wore during her funeral. Her hair was not constricted, but let loose in beautiful curls. She looked more beautiful than ever.

"Thank you so much Padme." She helped him onto his feet . He wrapped his strong arms around her and held her close, kissing the top of her head.

At that moment, another figure came to manifest itself. "Mom!" He shouted, elated. He ran to embrace her. Anakin felt so contented holding his mother, and felt a beautiful, glowing warmth surround him.

At that moment, Qui Gon and Mace Windu appeared.

"Masters! I'm so sorry! Please forgive me! I have no excuse! You don't have to."

Mace Windu spoke, "Anakin, it doesn't matter now. You felt the punishment for your deeds while you were living. Now be in peace and spend the rest of eternity with us.

"I had always known you would pass into the light Anakin. I had a force vision as I lay dying. Well done Anakin."

Anakin simply stood there, sinking in their compliments, until Padme came and rested her head on his chest. He held her there for some time, closing his eyes, savouring the moment.

"Anakin, do you want to go and see Luke and Leia again?" Obi Wan asked.

"I would love to master."

"We can watch over them from this realm, but I think Luke would like it if we visit him in person.."

"Wait...Can Padme come?" Anakin asked.

"Sorry Anakin..only learned force sensitives can do this. She simply does not have the force potential in her to manifest herself into a force ghost," Obi Wan said. Anakin looked disappointed.

"But Anakin, you can visit me right afterwards" Padme said.

"It's just that...Luke and Leia won't ever have the chance to see their beautiful mother again
" Anakin said, holding Padme even tighter.

Obi Wan interrupted, "After they die, we will all be reunited, in the ethereal oneness of the force."

"Go we will," Yoda said.

Anakin, Obi Wan and Yoda stepped into the living realm, and found themselves watching a post-war celebration, watching the Ewoks run around their fires delightedly. Then Anakin, Obi Wan and Yoda caught sight of the two people they wanted to see most.

Anakin saw Luke, and smiled, reflecting his everlasting pride. However, when Anakin gazed at Leia, he wasn't sure whether she knew he was there. Maybe she hasn't been taught the ways of the force yet.

After watching the celebration for a few moments, they all faded back into the netherworld of the force. Anakin saw his wife again, and smiled content. After a long time, peace had been achieved.