Chapter 2
Ahsoka awoke when the ship landed on Onderon, causing a loud thump in the cargo hold that jostled her. She said after brushing herself off, "Once I'm outside, I need to find Lux. News about me leaving the Order has probably not reached this planet yet. I can use my assumed status as a Jedi to get through security." She easily got out of the cargo hold and went straight to the place. Ahsoka knew that as the representative of Onderon, Lux would have accommodations in the royal palace. She remembered Onderon well- it was the place where she felt her feelings for Lux come to the surface only to be suppressed by her Master. He was one to talk about putting purpose ahead of feelings.
She had suspected that something was going on between Padme and Anakin. It was just an instinctive guess based on observation when both of them were together. Ahoska noticed his concern for Padme more than her when they dealt with being plagued by the Blue Shadow Virus. Ahsoka broke out of her thoughts as she made her way up the stairs into the palace.
At the entrance, she recognized a familiar face. Saw looked up from his post and said, "Greetings, Ahsoka. What brings you here to Onderon?" Ahsoka's sapphire eyes looked over Saw Guerrera in his new uniform and she replied, "It's good to see you, Saw. I'm guessing congratulations are in order for being promoted as a palace guard. I'm here to see Lux. Do you know if he has returned from the Galatic Senate meeting?" Saw answered, "Thank you for your kind words. To answer your question, I believe that Lux has returned. His ship landed a few moments ago. He'll probably be in his chambers." As Ahsoka went past him, Saw stopped her by grabbing her arm. He used a full body scanner on Ahsoka and apologized for his behavior afterwards. "Sorry about that. It's just we've had several infiltrations by changelings trying to get to Lux and the king. We have to scan everyone entering the palace. I had to make sure that you were really Ahsoka." Saw stated. Ahsoka's eyes filled with worry and concern about this news.
She thought, The changelings were probably sent by Dooku. Ahsoka would have to be on her guard. Despite the news, her heart was still pounding in her chest. She was finally going to tell Lux how she felt. But Ahsoka also needed to warn him first. She knew the truth about the Republic and its politics. Lux was lying on his bed exhausted after dealing with fierce negotiations for Onderon's trade with the surrounding systems. Ahsoka entered the room and Lux said, "Please put my tea on the table over there. I will drink it when I am ready." Lux thought that Ahsoka was one of the servants. She decided to shock him a bit.
She said in her casual voice, "It seems that life as a representative suits you, Lux. Although I'm a little hurt that you thought I was a servant." Lux recognized Ahsoka's voice immediately and quickly got up from the bed. He said, "Ahsoka! I'm sorry. I wasn't expecting you. I have just been so busy with these agreements. I just assumed that you were one of my servants. I apologize." Ahsoka replied, "It's all right. I understand." Lux knew from the look in her beautiful blue eyes that Ahsoka was not here just for casual conversation.
He asked, "What are you doing here, Ahsoka? I thought that the Republic had already agreed to accept Onderon's proposal to join." He watched as Ahsoka walked over to him and sat on the edge on the bed. She spoke in a way that Lux had never heard from Ahsoka before. She said, "If I asked you to do something for me, would you do it without question?" He realized that this was a personal matter, not something related to official Republic or Jedi matters. He comfortingly placed his hand on hers and asked, "Yes, but what do you want from me?" Ahsoka turned towards him and answered, "I want you to stay away from the Republic." Lux was completely shocked by her request. He stammered, "Ahsoka, what do you mean? You're a jedi, surely you don't mean what you're- "
Lux stopped when he saw a tear fall from Ahsoka's face. He gently wiped it away and he heard her cry, "I'm not a jedi. Not anymore. You don't understand what happened to me, Lux. Someone framed me for a crime that I didn't commit. I tried to prove my innocence, but everyone turned against me. The Order stripped me of my braid and my status as a Jedi. It was only through the efforts of Anakin catching the culprit that I was found innocent.
Then the Order welcomed me back with open arms, oblivious to the betrayal that they had caused me. But the damage had already been done. If they could believe that I would murder an unarmed civilian, how can I trust them again? That is why I left the Order willingly. I didn't know where else to go, Lux. I could have gone with my people, but they would still view me as an outsider. I needed to warn you… If you continue to operate with the Republic, someone might betray you to the Separatist who will kill you under orders from Count Dooku. I can't let you die, Lux…"
Lux didn't need to hear anymore. He gently brought Ahoska close to him and embraced her. He could feel her body shaking as the tears came flowing out. She had kept all of the sadness and anguish inside. After a long while, Lux said, "I'll do what you ask, Ahsoka. I'll hand in my resignation tomorrow. I can't bear to see you cry."
(Sorry about the first short chapter. I just wanted to see how many people would respond to this new story.)