Title: A Night of Passion
Author: Kailene
Timeframe: FOTJ
Characters: Jaina & Jag
Genre: romance
Summary: Jag and Jaina put their duties aside and escape for one night of romance and passion
Notes: In honor of spring, when love fills the air, I decided to try my hand at some J/J romance and mush. In FOTJ Omen, Jag & Jaina put into motion Operation Caranak, wanting to get away for one night at an "inn half way across the planet." Well, profic writers dropped the ball and didn't give us anything more than that. So...I decided I would try my hand at some mush. Because we all know that there just isn't enough.
I have to give a big thanks to Jade_eyes for her endless help and advice.
And to Riathe Mai for everything ...and yes, it does take a 1,000 words to make a picture.
~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~ ~"What's so amusing?" Jag said, glancing at Jaina from the driver's seat of the speeder.
"Amusing?", she said innocently. "Nothing"
Jag tilted his head and raised a dubious eyebrow in her direction.
Sitting side ways in the passenger seat with her legs tucked against her chest , Jaina smirked, her smile growing more playful as her eyes traced his features, "Just admiring the view."
Jag just shook his head and laughed. "While I'm sure the view is very nice, you most definitely are amused about something."
"I'm not amused so much as I am…" She hesitated, searching for the right word. "Astounded," she said, something akin to shock evident in her voice. "The plan went off without a hitch."
"You doubted me?" Jag said, mock horror in his voice.
Given the security involved, even for a simple one night getaway, they both decided that it was best if Jag handled all of the details. Though Jaina joked that it would be his Assistant, Neenah, actually finding and making the reservations. Jag had insisted that he, himself, would be handling all the details. He had even made Jaina promise not the cheat, and spoil the surprise. And no matter what Jaina did to try and persuade him otherwise, he wouldn't reveal anything. She should have know better, he was Corellian after all. If Jaina knew one thing about Jagged Fel, it was that when he spent the time to plan details, they were always very effective.
Ashik, his Head of Security, was not at all happy when he was informed that Jag would be going away, albeit for only one night, without security. Jag had assured him that between the two of them, he and Jaina would be bringing enough fire power to take down a small army. He also reminded him that Jaina was a Jedi and would sense any danger long before it happened. He hated to play that card. He in no way wanted her to be thought of , or to think of herself as, his "Jedi Protector". But he knew that it would put some of Ashik's concern to rest. Jag assured him that all security protocols would be followed, and that he would have ample time for checking out the location, the staff and the inn to insure total safety.
As Jaina had said, everything had gone off without a hitch. Their doubles were very convincing, still in place at the Indigo Towers on their 'date'. Even Javis Tyrr had been fooled .
"Never," Jaina assured, "It's just that, and even I will admit this, usually something always goes wrong with Solo plans."
"Ah, well, there you go," Jag responded philosophically. "You see, this, my dear, is a Fel Plan."
"A Fel Plan," she repeated.
"Yes, a Fel Plan. As opposed to a Solo Plan. You see, I have known you and your family long enough, that every possible problem and every feasible misstep was taken into account and meticulously planned for. This is as close to 'Solo Proof' as one can get."
"Very funny. And they say you don't……" Her thoughts flew right out of her head as the Inn came into view, and all she could utter was a breathless, "Oh, Jag."
So used to seeing towering buildings, dizzying amounts of traffic and bright lights at all hours of the day or night, for a moment Jaina forgot she was still on Coruscant. Somehow tucked away in a seemingly forgotten part of the planet was The Oasis.
Quaint was the first word that Jaina could come up with, and a wide smile lit her face as she exited the speeder. The inn was small, only a few stories high. Beautiful flowers and plants of all species lined the front walkway, with tiny twinkling lights intermingled among them lighting the way. The pathway split a short distance from the door, leading to a rock waterfall, surrounded by benches. A small gazebo could just be made out in the back, overlooking a small pond.
"How did you find this place?" Jaina whispered as she walked around the speeder.
"Oh, I have my ways," Jag responded taking her in his arms and kissing her passionately.
She drew back enough to look up at him. "I love you" she whispered.
"I love you, too." Jag reached down and brushed a loose strand of hair behind her ear, his fingers feathering along her jaw to cup her cheek. Jaina leaned into his caress, sighing at his touch. Jag tipped his head towards the inn, "Come on."
His arm still around her waist, they made their way along the path towards the inn. Jaina suddenly veered off the main pathway, heading instead to the gazebo. She let go of Jag's hand as they entered, flashing him a smile that lit her entire face. Walking along the inside, Jaina brushed her fingers gently along the top of the rails.
Jag stood leaning against the archway, unable to move. Mesmerized by the sight in front of him. A slight breeze coming off the pond stirred her hair. The moonlight danced in her eyes. She was truly beautiful.
Stretching out with the Force, Jaina could feel the tranquility of the life around her. She turned at his approach. Sliding her arms around his neck, she didn't need the force to know his feelings. The same love that she felt was reflected back in his eyes. She slowly slid her hands down his chiseled chest, her eyes never leaving his. His strong hands closed over hers. He brought each one to his lips and gently kissed her knuckles, then lowered them to her sides and held them there.
He laughed lightly at her pout, then leaned forward and placed a chaste kiss on her forehead.
"Goddess, as much as I am enjoying this, and make no mistake, I am enjoying this, what do you say we continue this in our suite."
A coy smirk graced Jaina's lips as she took his hand and headed back towards the inn.