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Legend of the Chosen One: A Forever Destined Vignette

Part 4/?

Whie and Scout led the Chancellor to the designated cell. They bowed deeply to her, as they arrived.

"You have five minutes your Excellency," Whie said, as he let her in the cell, before arming the plasma bars again.

"Only five minutes?" Mon asked.

"I apologize milady, but my orders come directly from the Jedi Council," Whie responded.

"Very well," Mon replied. The two Jedi stood guard at the cell, but out of earshot.

"Hello darling," Mon said timidly, as Xizor sat brooding in the corner.

"These filthy Jedi will pay for this, mark my words," Xizor growled.

"I made a plea to Senator Skywalker to plead for leniency, but she has vigorously refused," Mon stated.

"No surprise there. The Senator is playing a dangerous game. She has caused quite the uproar on my home planet," Xizor replied.

"Yes, well, she's been causing multiple uproars since she came to the Senate. It's what she does best when she's not busy playing house," Mon said bitterly. Xizor smirked, as he doused her with a wave of his pheromones.

"Don't worry about Padme. She'll get what's coming to her soon. The Falleen will not take her treachery lightly. She will be made an example of as to what happens when you cross me. Then our opposition in the Senate shall decrease. I suspect you will be receiving the Senator's petition for Falleen to be expelled from the Republic on your desk once the Senate is in session again. You must take the necessary measures to see that it is defeated," Xizor said.

"But what you're asking me to do is criminal. Bribing other Senators to my cause could send me to prison as well," Mon argued.

"These are times of war, my dear and drastic measures must be taken. You must seize control of the Senate or we will be in a state of anarchy. You belong in the Chancellor's chair; not that snippy little Nabooan bitch. Her influence in the Senate must be nullified or no one will ever take your rule seriously," Xizor lied.

"I will do what I must then. But what about the trial? I can't let them send you to prison," Mon cried. Xizor rolled his eyes, as he turned away from her. Manipulating this woman was almost too easy sometimes.

"I'm afraid there is no stopping the trial. But their prisons will not hold me. I have a plan, but it's nothing you should worry about, darling. You must concentrate on your tasks. The success of both our plans is the only way to ensure that we can be together," he said, as he bombarded her with more pheromones.

"I will. I'll do anything you ask, my love," she replied. He suppressed an evil smile.

"I'm sorry Chancellor, but your time is up," Whie announced.

"Goodbye darling. Remember what we discussed," he said.

"I will and I know what I must do," Mon replied, as she kissed him, before being escorted out. Once she was gone, Xizor wiped his mouth on his sleeve in disgust. "And once I get control of the Republic, I will no longer need you. Then I can finally get rid of you," Xizor growled.

~*~

Padme opened her bleary, sleep filled eyes the next morning. She found herself to be still comfortably nestled in her husband's strong arms, as he slept peacefully beside her. The memories of last night were still very vivid in her mind. She sat up, wrapping a blanket tightly around her unclothed body, as she examined the bracelet on her wrist. It was a very warm pink at the moment. She gazed down at her sleeping husband. She didn't have words for the way he made her feel, but as she watched her bracelet brighten to a ruby red, she realized that she didn't need words. She leaned down and pressed a tender kiss to his still lips.

"You mean everything to me and I don't think you quite realize how truly special you are," she whispered, as she caressed his face. She kissed him one more time, before she got up and fetched her robe. She padded to the kitchen and started the caf. As she sat down on the sofa with her first cup, she picked up her datapad and resumed reading, as her husband slept peacefully nearby.

~*~

"It had been a wonderful day. Padmia clung tightly to him, as the wind tossed her hair about. He slowed and landed soundly on his feet in front of the tiny cottage where she lived with her father.

"Today was absolutely wonderful," she said.

"It was for me too. Can I see you again?" he asked. She nodded.

"I would love that. I must work tomorrow at the library, but my shift ends at two. You could come and meet me there," she suggested. He smiled.

"I'll be there and I will think of you every moment until we are together again," he said.

"And I will thing of you, Anakyn. My thoughts these days surround you," she confessed.

"Then till tomorrow, my love," he replied. She blushed, as he captured her lips in a passionate kiss. Their lips parted and she watched, as he disappeared into the sky. And Padmia knew without a doubt that she was in love.

~*~

"Whatcha reading?" Anakin asked, as he sat down next to her.

"Just a story," she replied, as she set it down and kissed him.

"Good morning," she greeted.

"Morning to you, star nymph. Is it a good story?" he asked.

"Very. It's a romance," she replied.

"Ah...one of your fairy tales," he concluded.

"You could call it that," she replied, as she kissed him again.

"Is it steamy?" he questioned playfully. She smirked and climbed into his lap, straddling his waist.

"Not as steamy as this," she replied, as their lips met in a hot, passionate kiss. After a playful make out session, they went upstairs to clean up for the family picnic.

~*~

One good thing about Coruscant was that you could almost always count on the weather cooperating. It was a beautiful, sunny day on the industrialized planet and Calin's gorgeous park land behind his resort awaited them. They had a large section of it portioned off just for them today, thanks to the owner. The clear blue pond sparkled in the sunlight. Luke swung by a rope that he and Ryoo had tied to a nearby tree. He let go and somersaulted into the water, making a huge splash. His sister's squealed, as water splashed at them. Qui-Gon and Yan stood nearby, watching the children play. Riley was in the water with them, chasing his grandchildren, while Jobal, Elana, and Shmi were busy preparing the food. Sola and Obi-Wan sat near the water too, getting Will ready for a trip into the water with his father. There was absolutely no Holonet in sight, for they had been banned from this particular part of the resort today.

"Looks like the fun has started without us," Anakin said.

"Well, it's not too late to join in. Go on," she said.

"Aren't you coming in the water?" he asked.

"Maybe later. Have fun," she said, as she watched her husband jog toward the pond. She heard her children call excitedly to their father and she laughed, as he stripped down to his swim shorts and cannonballed into the pond, causing squeals of excitement. Padme approached the picnic tables, where the food was being set up. She giggled, as she saw Elana smack her son's hand, as he reached for the sweets.

"Honestly Qui, you're worse than the boys," she joked.

"Oh I don't know. I don't think anyone's worse than Anakin when it comes to sneaking sweets," Padme joked.

"It's our metabolisms. We train a lot, so we need to eat a lot," Qui-Gon argued.

"Yes, yes, Shmi and I've heard that before. But you can wait five minutes," Elana said, as she turned to Padme.

"Well, let's see it sweetie," Elana said. Padme held out her wrist and displayed the elegant bracelet.

"Oh Padme...it's beautiful. Does it really change color or was Anakin embellishing that part?" Elana asked. Padme smiled.

"No, it really changes color. So far, I've only seen pink, yellow and red. I think pink means love, since it is the natural color and meaning of the angel blossom and I'm pretty sure red represents a deeper, romantic love, at least that's my guess since it turns red when I think about Anakin," Padme said. Elana gasped, as she watched the bracelet turn from pink to red.

"Then it turns yellow when I'm happy," Padme explained.

"It's amazing. Have you ever seen anything like it, darling?" Elana asked her husband. Yan shared a knowing glance with Padme.

"No, I haven't. It truly is remarkable," Yan replied. Padme helped them finish setting the food out and they called everyone in to eat. After lunch, Padme settled under a shady tree, watching her family play in the near distance. Her mother, sister, Elana, and Shmi, chatted nearby, as she settled into reading again...

~*~

Paulo and his father bowed before the King, as they were granted an audience in his grand throne room.

"Rise my friends. I assume you come to me to discuss a pressing matter," King Paladine said.

"Yes your excellency. While attempting to abduct a girl, my son's mercenaries encountered a powerful young man, who defeated them with superior strength and powers than that of a normal human. We think he might become a threat in the future if he is not dealt with," Governor Denal explained. Paladine was silent for a moment.

"Intriguing. Tell me, do you think he is the Son of Suns?" Paladine questioned.

"He fits the description, my liege," the Governor responded.

"Then we must observe him. Then I will take the necessary actions to deal with him when the time is right. Thank you for bringing this to my attention," Paladine said. Governor Denal bowed.

"We wish for nothing to disrupt rule, your majesty," the Governor said, as he and his son exited.

~*~

Several months passed quickly and romance blossomed between Anakyn and Padmia. The day Anakyn expressed that he was in love with her, only a month after they had met, was the happiest day of Padmia's life. They spent as much time together as they could and even Riley had come to like Anakyn, for he made Padmia happy and treated her like a Princess. The Force rejoiced for her son, even as she sensed evil rising on Naboo and discord among her guardian's ranks...

~*~

"Good morning, my son," the Lady Force said, as Anakyn bowed to her.

"Mother. There is something I wish to discuss with you," he said.

"Of course my son. What is it?" she asked.

"Mother...I am in love," he announced. The Lady Force smiled.

"Yes my son, I know this. Padmia Zandar has stolen your heart," she replied.

"Yes...and I wish to marry her," he announced.

"I suspected as such. I will give you my blessing, but you understand that Padmia is mortal. While she grows old, you will not," she explained.

"I...I know this. But the thought of not being with her is too painful to bare. Besides, she will be reunited with me in this world upon her death. It is true that those who live good lives; those who are good people are allowed to retain their identities once they pass into the Force," he stated.

"Yes, it is true. But you must make sure she understands who you are and what a union between the two of you will mean," she instructed.

"I will tell her," he promised.

"Then if she accepts your proposal and offers her hand in marriage, then I will bless your union," she stated. Anakyn smiled.

"Thank you mother," he said, as he quickly vaulted into the skies and fell to Naboo in order to prepare to propose to his beloved. Kenoby approached the Lady Force and knelt on one knee.

"Rise my Knight. Speak your business," she requested.

"My Queen, I am afraid I come to deliver unsettling news," Kenoby reported. The Lady Force frowned.

"Is it Naboo?" she asked.

"No, though the dark side presence is growing. But I am afraid my news come from within our own ranks. I do not share in the opinions of certain elders, but they disapprove of our Prince's romantic involvement with the mortal girl, Padmia," Kenoby announced.

"But I do not disapprove. Forbidding my son to love this woman would be contradicting my teachings," she said.

"We do not think it is wise for the Prince to consort with this Force blind peasant girl, your Majesty," a man said, as he approached with another man.

"I should have suspected that you would disapprove, Zane. You too Garil," she said sternly.

"Your worship, we are concerned that if something were to happen to this fragile girl that the Prince could grow angry. If the dark side thinks it can steal his power from us, then it will!" Zane argued.

"I will personally make sure that Anakyn is protected from such a fate. That is why he has found Padmia. Destiny has already granted this union. Will you question my very will?" the Lady Force demanded.

"N...no my Queen. But nor will we approve either. If the Prince marries this mortal, then we demand he leave Sentry mountain," Zane said. Suddenly, Naboo's sunny, clear blue sky disappeared, as angry storm clouds appeared on the horizon.

"You will not banish my son from his home! You will honor my judgment concerning all matters involving him. He is your Prince; not your tool or weapon! You will treat him with the same regard as you do me. Is that quite clear?" The Lady Force demanded. Zane and Garil bowed.

"Yes my Queen," they answered quickly, before they dismissed themselves. But the Lady Force's mood did not improve. Her guardians were becoming blinded to her will; their vision was being clouded by the dark side. She knew she must seek out the source, before it was too late.

~*~

Padmia shelved a few last books and then gathered her things. She left the small library and headed for the edge of town. Anakyn always met her there by a cluster of large trees. There was a bounce in her step and she hummed an upbeat tune. She was always ecstatic when she was about to see her love. Suddenly, someone grabbed her arm and pulled her into an alley. The man slammed her against the wall.

"Well, well, if it isn't my future bride," Paulo hissed.

"Let me go Paulo! I've told you that I will never marry you!" Padmia cried.

"That's what you keep saying, but I don't take no for an answer. You will be mine, Padmia," he growled, as he pinned her against the wall.

"You're hurting me," she whimpered.

"Good, because it's time I teach you your place," he growled. Padmia screamed, but he put his hand over her mouth, as he started dragging toward his vehicle.

"Take your hands off her!" Anakyn growled, as he appeared out of no where.

"So, you must be the freak that ruined my plans before. Not this time though, pretty boy, because she's coming with me," Paulo growled. Anakyn glared at the man that had dared to hurt his precious angel. Paulo cried out in pain, as it felt like something was crushing his hands. Anakyn caught Padmia, as he shoved her away.

"I...I don't know who or what you are, but you will pay for your interference!" Paulo screamed.

"If you value your life, then you will leave now, coward!" Anakyn warned.

"This isn't over...freak!" he spat, as he sped off in his vehicle. Anakyn turned his attention to the woman in his arms and his gaze softened.

"Are you okay, my angel?" he asked. She nodded.

"Thanks to you again, my love," she replied, as she hugged him tightly. He held her close and kissed her sweet lips, as he spun her around gently.

"Are you ready to go?" he asked. She nodded.

"Are we going to the meadow?" she asked. He nodded.

"To the falls," he replied, as he lifted her into his arms and soared into the sky.

~*~

"Aun Pame!" Will called, as he pounced in her lap.

"Oh my, you're all wet, you silly boy!" she said with excitement, making him giggle.

"There you are, my slippery little one," Sola called, as she latched onto him. He whined.

"No mama! Wanna see Aun Pame!" he cried.

"It's time to change you," Sola said, as she laid him down and started changing his diaper.

"Watcha doing over here, baby sis?" Sola asked.

"Just going a little reading," Padme replied.

"Ah yes, you and your stories," Sola said, as Will tried to scramble away.

"Oh no you don't," Sola said, as she wrangled her unclothed little one. Padme giggled, as she diapered him and started dressing him.

"No mama! Wanna go wimming wif Daddy!" he cried.

"Sorry my sweet boy, but you've done enough swimming for today. It's time for a nap," Sola announced.

"NO NAP!" Will whined. Sola sighed.

"Boys are so much more difficult than girls," Sola said.

"I don't know. Leia was always much more difficult than Luke. But Kimberly was the best. Don't even get me started on Jayden and Jenna," Padme joked. Sola giggled.

"Yes, Poojy was my easy one. I daresay Ryoo was the worst, but that's because I didn't have a loving husband to help me," Sola said.

"It makes a huge difference. Why don't you leave him with me. I can read him," Padme suggested.

"Wead stowy!" Will called, as she climbed into Padme's lap.

"Go on, go play with Ben and the girls," Padme suggested.

"Thanks baby sister," Padme settled her nephew into her lap and started reading again.

~*~

"Padmia...there's a very special reason I brought you here today," Anakyn said.

"What is it?" she asked, as she slipped her shoes off and put her feet in the water pool by the falls.

"Padmia...I'm very different than other men," he began. She shook her head.

"I do not care my love. That is why I love you so much. You are not like anyone I've ever met," she replied.

"I know, but I must tell you everything," he said. She nodded and was silent.

"Padmia...I come not from this world. I was created by the Lady Force to one day battle a great evil that will attempt to consume not only this world, but many others as well. The Lady Force is my mother and my powers are hers. I am immortal and these are things that you must know and accept before I ask you my question," he said.

"I knew you were special from the day I met you. Nothing is going to change the way I feel about you. I just hope that it won't change for you when I begin to grow old," Padme said.

"Oh, my sweet angel, you will always be beautiful to me and if you decide committing to me is what you want, then separated we can never be," he promised, as he knelt before her and opened his palm. She gasped, as she rested her eyes on a beautiful diamond ring.

"Mother says it is only right that I follow human traditions in this instance," he said, as he held the ring.

"Padmia...will you marry me?" he asked. Tears welled in her eyes.

"Yes...oh yes!" she exclaimed, as she threw her arms around him. Their lips met passionately and he placed the ring on her finger. Suddenly, they felt rain droplets and thunder boomed above them.

"Oh, how odd. The sky was clear a few minutes ago," Padmia said. Anakyn gazed up at the sky with worry. Something had angered his mother. He would find out later, but at the moment, he would seek shelter for his beloved.

"Come, I need to get you indoors," Anakyn said, as he swept her into his arms.

"Where are we going?" she asked. He winked at her.

"You'll see my angel," he replied, as he jetted off into the wind...

~*~

Padme stopped there and noticed Will had fallen fast asleep.

"The story really engages you, doesn't it?" Yan asked, as he sat down beside her.

"No other story has ever riveted me so much. There are just too many similarities for it to be coincidence," Padme replied. Yan nodded.

"I agree and that is why I felt it was something I needed to share with you. Anakin would be less enthused to believe he was once an immortal," Yan stated.

"Well, I for one don't have much problem believing it; not with all I've seen him do. Something happens in this story to make him mortal, doesn't it?" Padme asked.

"That is something you must discover by reading for yourself," he replied. Padme nodded.

"Do you believe the people in the story are really us...or just ancestors?" Padme asked.

"The question is...what do you think?" Yan asked.

"I think the similarities are too numerous to deny. But I suppose I won't really know until I finish the story," Padme replied.

"And you will finish it, though some of the answers you seek may never come with concrete certainty or proof," Yan advised.

"My heart will know. It will decipher the truth for me, whether or not the answers or logical or not. It always has, ever since I met Ani," Padme said. Yan nodded.

"No matter what is in the story, you must always know that you and Anakin belong together; not because some ancient prophecy says so, but because you share an amazing love," Yan told her. Padme smiled and nodded.

"I think I'll read more later and go spend time with my husband and kids. Do you mind taking him?" Padme asked. Yan smiled, as she gently lifted Will and placed him in his great grandfather's arms.

"I'd be happy to take this little one. Go on," Yan urged.

"Thanks," Padme replied, as she hurried off to join her family in the water.