Jaina Solo walked down a dark lit hall at night. She could feel the soft silky fabric of
her nightgown against her skin. Her hands chilled against the touch of her metallic light
saber hilt. She could feel her thumb brush against the ignition switch. Her bare feet
tapped softly against the cool tile of the hall. A warm breeze blew wispy waves of dark
hair in her face. She listened carefully for any noises in the distance.
Jaina could see a small light flowing from an open window at the end of the hall. The
light made a moonlit path across the tile. Her body entered the light's glow and felt
engulfed. Suddenly the light became intense and pulled her into its glow. She could hear
whispers enter her ears; the sound became light and deafening. She tried blinking several
times to wash away the spotlight upon her.
Earlier that day_
Jaina Solo sat upon the lap of her very gorgeous friend: Kyp Durron. Sure people had
always thought they were in a relationship but when did they ever care about rumors.
Kyp was handsome and sexy, though Jaina loved as a father figure more than a boyfriend.
Maybe that had been the flaw in their relationship- Kyp was very similar to her father
Han Solo. A lot of things had been reasons for both their relationship and its doom.
Jaina breathed in and then let her but slide down his leg a bit more. Kyp showed
obvious signs of pleasure. Jaina blushed lightly; she was always turning men on. She
abruptly stood up watched as he showed facial expressions of disappointment. Jaina
turned so that her back was facing him. She could see Jag standing in the door way to the
hospital's waiting room. The look in his eyes screamed disappointment. Jaina turned her
face to the side.
Jaina and Jag were engaged and due to marry. It was a bad thing if Jag saw her
playing with an old "friend". In this scenario that is what Jaina had wanted. She watched
as Jag dropped the flowers he had been holding in his hands. His eyes screamed betrayal
and his lips frowned. Jag had never been weak hearted but strong willed; Jaina assumed
he would get over her quickly. Jag watched her eyes flash and turned to leave. Jaina tried
to hold back her tears but only turned to face Kyp.
Kyp stared at her perplexed. Jaina let tears escape her eyes. She heard Jag close the
door to the waiting room. Jaina whispered, "I don't love you" a few times. Kyp continued
to glare at her as she cried. Slowly he inserted a hand onto her leg. Jaina welcomed his
comfort. Slowly Jaina moved within breathing distance of Kyp. Their lips met and Jaina
cried harder.
That night Jaina struggled under the blankets. Kyp grabbed at her neck and pulled her
lips to him again. He planted many kisses across her face where tears continued to fall.
Jaina squealed in agony and pleasure. Her legs kicked against his chest. Slowly Kyp
removed her engagement band and planted it deep in the mattress. Jaina grabbed his arms
and pulled him under again.
She cried more and suddenly pushed Kyp back as her heart started beating fast. She
flew the comforter from her naked form. Kyp leaned forward in concern, he watched as
she adorned a silky nightgown. He watched as she left into the temple hall. Her body
wavered as she walked out into the blinding light beyond. Kyp grabbed the blanket
tightly and let tears fall for the first time in this whole thing.
Next Day_
Kyp sat in bed and waited as the sun came up. Deep in his heart he knew the reason
Jaina had never returned to his side. The orange light glowed into Jaina's bed room. Kyp
looked around him and saw all of Jaina's clothes folded in stacks, boxes packed and
taped shut, and a black uniform lay out on top of a metal space coffin. Kyp had never
seen the makings of Jaina's pain until this sunrise. He felt an empty silence in his heart.
Jag walked upon the tile floors of the temple floor. His heart had led him back to
Jaina's place. He knew she would not be home; he wanted to leave a note before he left
for home at the very least. He looked down the hall and spotted a female form lying upon
the cold floor with lights spilling on her form. Jag started calculating in his head but his
body ceased to react.
The lights spilled down upon Jaina as she lay on the tile. Her dress clung to her body
which was still shining with sweat. Her arms were draped around Jag as he held her life
less form. He kissed her lips lightly for the last time. Kyp glared down at their heads in
concern. Jag looked at Kyp with such sad eyes. The whole temple resounded with Jag's
blood curdling scream.
A month ago_
Jag held Jaina's hand as she entered the hospital's front doors. He squeezed more
tightly for every quiver she made. Her hair was bound in a tight knot and her lips were
plain and silky. Despite her looks Jag could see nothing but hurt and pain in her eyes. She
pulled away from his grip and looked into his eyes with concern. It was then that Jag
knew.
In the waiting room Jag noticed Kyp, Zekk, Han, and Leia were the only others present.
It made sense not to bring Allana considering the gravity of the situation. Leia hid her
face behind her hands and Han was opening shedding tears. Jag sat next to Zekk who
winced upon seeing an old friend/ rival. Jag stared ahead for the rest of the time.
Jaina entered the waiting room some time later. Her eyes were empty and her face was
haggard. She handed Kyp the pack of papers in her hand. She turned so that her back was
facing all her friends. Kyp slowly read the contents of the packet. Jaina squirmed a bit
with each word. Every member there cried. The tears scared Jaina and she left the room.
Jag went after her.
Jag finally found Jaina in the hallway watching as ER patients in critical condition
were moved into operating rooms. Jaina glared at one woman in particular; she lay on a
gurney and was being taken in a different direction. Jaina noticed the lifelessness in the
woman's eyes. One day this would be her. She ran away from Jag.
That day Jaina ran as far as she could. After that she packed her things and moved into
the hospital.
Now_
Jag watched as the medical staff pushed Jaina's gurney across the hospital floor. Kyp
stood by his side as they took her into the preparation room. Jag turned to see a young a
girl wearing a hospital gown. Her eyes became terrified upon seeing Jaina's body. She
turned to run. Jag caught her in his arms and held her in tears. "Don't go, please" he
whispered. Kyp pulled Jag from the girl and gave her "the look". She bolted in agony.
Jag squirmed from Kyp and pounded him with fists a blaze. Every hit made him feel
lifeless, every yell made him numb. Kyp didn't move, he didn't fight back, he just cried.
Jag stopped when he saw blood upon his hands. His eyes watered and he backed up. He
ran away from the scene full speed. Tears and blood lined the floors that day. They had
not been the first and would not be the last.
One Week Later_
Jag sat next to Han as the vehicle carrying Jaina's tomb moved across traffic lines.
Leia had chosen to arrive with Kyp and Tahiri in an unknown ship. Jag looked deeply
into Han's haggard eyes and wondered if he had slept since Kyp called him. Jag did not
envy the Solo's; no one should loose three children. Han clung to one of Jaina's medals;
"she should have died in battle" he whispered. Jag knew how Han felt but actually was
relieved by her peaceful end.
Later that day Wedge stood on a platform on the newly equipped battle cruiser Anakin
Solo II. The ship had an ironic name. Wedge stood uncomfortably as he opened the
envelope containing Jaina's last words. She had made one for each person with great
detail. Wedge carefully pulled them out and glared at the dining room full of people.
Wedge tried not to cry when he spotted Han and Leia.
Jag Fel_
I only wish we had more time. I only remember the fun we had but can not face the
awful points of our relationship. I may have used you but I truly loved you. My favorite
day is when you told me you loved me; I woke from eternal dreams for you then. I fear
that this is the end and that I won't wake up. I know I hurt you but can we just erase those
parts. One thing you will never forgive me for is what I am about to do- betray your love.
I'm sorry but I just can't see you knowing my fate. I'm truly sorry. Thanks for loving me.
Kyp Durron_
I despise you- I really do. You were the catalyst for my wild self. Unlike other men
you took in my bad and good sides and loved them both. Thank You for stopping me
from making some really bad mistakes and turning out like you. We both carried the pain
of killing a loved one. You were like a father to me as twisted as that sounds. You put up
with the lies and the alcohol; you were my friend even in the end. I hate you and that is
why you suffered in the end. Sorry.
Zekk_
Where do I begin? We used each other. For good or for bad you liked me for my sex
appeal. We were best friends although you may have doubted that I never did. You carry
a part of me with you- take care of Taryn and make her happy in ways you could never
do for me. Thanks for being my friend and liking me when I hated myself. We were both
suffering and many times I turned away from you. Sorry.
Tahiri Velia_
You are my sister. I think of you as my confident. Even though some may hate you I
will always love you. I hug you when you need it and tell you how much I care. I saved
you from uncertainty and in return you complimented me as being like Anakin. Maybe
now I can be with him and wait for your return. Live well and don't get caught- I don't
want to see you that soon. Sorry for leaving you.
Lowie_
Well friend this is so long. Take care of my technology. Remember to watch out for
my father even if he doesn't want the life debt to continue. I treasure our time together
and think of you fondly as my true friend. You never betrayed me; a loyal friend. Stay
strong and luckily wookies mourn for a set period unlike us flimsy humans. May you
continue to live happily…
Dad_
Sorry. I really loved spending time with you, although recently guys seemed more
important. I know it had to have been hard for you to let me choose my own path so early
in life. I fought for you, mom, and my brothers. Sorry I couldn't protect Anakin and that I
had to kill Jacen. Sorry I died. I saved Allana though- don't let her out of your sights.
Remember that peace comes at a price, a high one at that. Teach her this and make her
intelligent and safe. Goodbye- to you and the Falcon…
Mom_
Hey, look at it this way I was like you. Even though we fought and never saw eye to
eye I was just like you. Take care of Allana and tell Tenel Ka she had better see me off. I
love you and you are my mom even if Mara is too. I will see her soon and Anakin too.
Sorry I caused you a lot of pain in the past and now. Sorry, don't cry too much.
Others_
Luke: I love you like a father. Stay safe and look after Ben for me. Ben: I am not
stupid and I like you even if Jacen always meant more to you. Sorry I had to kill him.
Tenel Ka: Best friends till the end. Take care. Wedge: Uncle, stay safe and look after dad
too. Lando: no gambling now that I can't anymore. Kidding, take care of dad and mom.
Teaser: You lucky sucker! Raynar: heal and replace me as a really astral Jedi!
Military Family_
Short and simple- bye and I salute you all. No matter what war, what battle, or what
side we all shared bonds. Thanks for helping me survive four wars and three conflicts.
Bye.
Night_
Wedge gazed at the large crowd and read: "Jaina Solo born 9 ABY to Han Solo and
Leia Organa Solo died a decorated Colonel. She joined Rouge Squadron at age sixteen
and served till age thirty-four. During her time with us she was a part of many squadrons
and formed one of the most crucial to wining the war against the Yuzhann Vong: Twin
Suns Squadron. She died a Jedi Knight but the order posthumously made her a Jedi
Master. She became a Jedi Knight at age 19 and served the order valiantly as their
"sword". As the sword dies so does the protection she gave us. We salute you Colonel
Solo.
The capsule was shot into space. The stars would keep Jaina Company for all eternity.
The metal base glimmered for the few hours that it was visible. Finally the crowd
dwindled to Han, Leia, Wedge, Jag, Kyp, Zekk, and Tahiri. The few glared at the stars
and at one another. The tears flowed from their eyes in soft pains. Sobbing noises filled
the small area.
Eternal Space_
Love filled the void, light filled the void, eternity filled the void, and lastly life filled
the void.