Koh-Toh-Yah everyone! Be warned this chapter contains some spoilers to The Gathering Arc. You Have been warned!
Disclaimer: Because apparently writers have to say that they don't own this thing that they are typing on FANFICTION! It is in the name! I don't own Star Wars! Do anyone read these things?
A long long time ago in a galaxy far away! I present to you finally Chapter 4 of The Master and the Apprentice!
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Ahsoka landed her ship on Cloud City's plattform. She had traveled 49,100 light years to get to there. It took a lot longer time than The New Horizon. She opened the cockpit and did a cool Jedi backflip, and landed on the platform. As soon as her feet touched the ground, her Force senses were ringing like warning bells. I got a bad feeling about this. She thought, but just as it came it went away. Strange. Ahsoka had no time to think about this because she was soon greeted by protocol droid.
"Hello, Master Jedi, we have be expecting you." the droid continued, "I am D-7841, please follow me to the Senator's office."
As the droid started to walk away, Ahsoka followed and was soon in step with the droid. During the walk to the Senators quarters, Ahsoka got a good view of the place. She had to admit that she was fascinated on how the buildings were shaped. She knew one thing was for sure though. If you ever fall off, it was going to be a long way down. Soon she saw a very eloquent building. It had the Republic sign on the very large front doors, and it was plated gold. It also had branches that were on the sides of the bulb like building. The droid stopped and opened the door.
"This way, Master Jedi," D-7841's robotic hand signaled to the door.
"Yes, of course."Ahsoka walked in and saw a nicely furnished room. It even had a nice expensive crystals hanging from the ceiling.
"Master Orlando? I have brought the Jedi as requested."
Ahsoka heard shuffling in the back room.
"I-i'll be right there!" yelled out a voice, followed by more shuffling and banging. Soon a middle age man came out with a bunch of books and papers covering his face. "This blasted paperwork!" The man tried to put the books on the desk, but somehow he tripped on his own legs and fell. CRASH! Books went flying everywhere. Ahsoka, with her Jedi skills, dodged the assaulting books. However, the droid wasn't as lucky. D-7841 got hit in the face multiple times.
Ahsoka had to hold back a snort at the Senator's clumsiness. Instead she extended a hand to the man. Orlando took it gratefully.
"I am very sorry you had to see that, err. Who are you again?" Orlando's forgetfulness kicked in at the perfect time.
"I am Jedi Knight Ahsoka Bonteri." The Togruta said with a bow. Although Ahsoka usually messes around a lot, she becomes serious on missions.
"Ah, right! I am very sorry you had to see that Master Jedi. Anyways I'll inform you on why you are here." Senator Orlando continued, "You see next week Cloud City is hosting a Two Moon Celebration. It is a huge event for my planet. Every time we try to make it bigger and brighter. Are you following me?"
Ahsoka nodded, "Yes, I am Senator. Please continue."
"I've been receiving threats that if I don't stop the festival. There will be punishment. I am quite disturbed by this actually."
The Jedi Knight's eye markings raised, "May I see it?"
"Yes of course, Hang on I'll be right back." Orlando quickly walked to one of his desk drawers, and pulled out a sheet of paper. "Here is the one that was most recently."
Ahsoka looked at it. It said this.
Dear Senator,
If you do not stop the celebration of the two moons, then I will be force to take some lives. My blades thirst for bloodshed, and I wont be able to hold myself back. Here is an extra warning these lives will be the someone's you treasure most. I suggest that you stop defying us.
Ahsoka looked up from the piece of paper, It had said 'blades.' if it had meant lightsabers it would mean trouble. She flinched as the intense feeling from the Force came back. This was not a good sign.
"I don't know what to do!" The Senator yelled. He had stopped pacing and had sat down on his chair. "You see that is why a requested a Jedi. I can't stop the festival and I don't want my family to get hurt. So you're here, Master Jedi, to find the person who threatened my family and bring him to justice."
"I am afraid I can't." Ahsoka replied carefully.
"And why not?"
"This is not what the Jedi Council had sent me for. They had told me to expect to protect you and your interests, but not to hunt down possible Sith lords."
The Senator's face paled at the word 'Sith.' "You think it is a Sith, Master Jedi?"
"In the message it said 'blades,' So I wont be so surprise if it meant lightsabers. I would be so surprised if it was a Sith." Ahsoka could sense that with every word she spoke the Senator's hopes of saving his family were becoming smaller and smaller. She never liked people losing hope. So she decided to try and help him if the Council allowed. "However, Senator, if you really want me to I could bring this matter up with the Jedi Council."
Senator Orlando smiled a bit. "Yes, thank you that would be appreciated. The Holoprojector is down the hall if you need to use it."
"Yes, thank you." The Togruta bowed.
"No, it is I who should be thanking you. D-7841, please escort Knight Bonteri to the Holoprojector room. And what are you doing on the floor!?" As it turns out D-7841 was still on the floor covered by the books that the Senator dropped earlier. Ahsoka stifled a laugh as the Senator tried to pull the poor droid up, only he tripped again, and fell on top of the droid. What an interesting Senator.
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The Jedi Council room was almost empty this time of day. Obi-Wan, Shakk Ti, and Plo Koon were the only members present. Master Yoda was on Ilum, Master Windu was sitting through a Senate meeting, and Anakin was with his Padawan and Wife. The Council door slide open, revealing a young Pantoran. Eleesha walked into the room and bowed.
"I am all set to escort the Younglings to Ilum, Masters."
"Very good, Padawan Altari." Plo stroked his chin, "Remember that you are the one in charge. Anything that happens is your responsibility."
"I sure you do fine." Master Ti gave an encouraging smile. She looked to Master Plo. "Master Plo, please stop scaring the young Padawan like that."
Plo laughed, "I am only being cautious, Master Ti."
Master Ti crossed her arms, and looked unconvinced. Beep! Soon a Hologram of Ahsoka stood in front of them.
Obi-Wan addressed the newcomer. "Hello Ahsoka, what do we owe this pleasure?"
Ahsoka bowed, "Hello Masters, Eleesha."
"Hello Master!" Eleesha turned to the Council members, "I'll be going now." Eleesha started to walk to the door. On the way, she stopped by the Hologram of her Master. "Hey Master could I speak with you later?"
The Holo-Ahsoka flickered, "Yes of course, Eleesha."
Eleesha smiled, "Ok then, see you soon!"
Ahsoka waved, as her Padawan ran out. The Jedi Knight spun around again to face the Masters.
"Koh-Toh-Yah, Little 'Soka."
"Koh-Toh-Yah Master Plo." Ahsoka smiled for a moment, but then she remembered why she was calling them in the first place. Gaining a calm and peaceful face that Jedi Knights and Masters were well know for, she spoke. "I have arrived on the planet, Bespin, and it is like you said, Master Kenobi, it is a desperate situation. Unfortunately, it is far worse."
"What do you mean, Knight Bonteri?" Shakk Ti inquired.
"Cloud City is hosting the annual Two Moon Celebration next week, and the Senator has been receiving threats. If he doesn't stop the festival his family might face danger. I believe that the person that is threatening them is a Sith."
Obi-Wan leaned forward, "Ahsoka! Are you sure?!"
Ahsoka nodded her head, "I am not completely sure that it is a Sith, but I had gotten strong warning from the Force when I first stepped on to the planet, and I am feeling it right now. Whoever it is, He is a strong enemy."
Plo Koon stroked his chin again, deep in thought. He looked to his fellow members, and saw that they had come to the same conclusion. "Ahsoka, stay where you are. Wait for more orders until further notice. For now protect the Senator and his family the best you can. Don't seek out this new adversary. Got it?"
Ahsoka, understanding the silent dismissal, bowed. "I got it, I'll stand by for further orders. Jedi Knight Ahsoka Bonteri out." The Hologram ended and Holo-Ahsoka dispersed. Leaving 3 troubled Jedi Masters.
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Eleesha had just finished getting a snack. She had got delicious Terratta strips. It was a wonderful candy. She was now walking towards one of the Jedi Temple's Holoprojecter rooms. She chose a room, and used the Force to enable the projector. Soon a Holo-Ahsoka appeared by the projector.
"Hey Eleesha!"
Eleesha could sense Ahsoka's worry about something, but she didn't know what it was because as soon as the feeling came it left. "Hello Master! How is your mission going so far?"
"Ehh, there have been slight problems." Ahsoka said, not really wanting to tell the whole truth to her young apprentice.
Eleesha raised an eyebrow. "Slight problems?"
"Yeah, nothing to worry about. So what did you want to talk to me for?" The Torgruta slyly changed the subject.
"I got briefed on my mission earlier today."
"And?"
"I was wondering what to do."
"Ah, you probably study all about it the moment you got assigned the mission right?" Eleesha nodded, and Ahsoka smiled, she loved on how predictable her Padawan was. "Then you're fine, no need to worry!"
Eleesha sighed. That did not help her at all. "Master!"
"Huh?"
"How about you tell me about the time you escorted Younglings to Ilum."
(AN: SPOLIER ALERT!) "Ahhh that time. Well if you must know. We got to Ilum with no problems, and there on Ilum the younglings found their lightsaber crystals." Ahsoka then said these word really fast. "Then on the way back we were attacked by pirates, and I got captured, and then the Younglings went against Master Kenobi's orders and decided to rescue me, which they did, but then we were all captured and brought back to the pirate's hideout. Then General Grievous came and I had to fight him, and I almost got killed, but in the end Master Kenobi picked us up. And that summed up the whole trip." Ahsoka ended with a smile.
If Eleesha was nervous before, she was extremely nervous now. She had never thought that so much could happen on a simple Gathering trip. Her mind was coming up with all the scenarios now. Until her Master's voice snapped her from her busy thoughts.
"Whoa there! Eleesha calm down! I can sense your nervous from here, and I'm 49,100 light years away!"
Eleesha forced herself to calm down. "Sorry Master, I shouldn't have asked you on how your trip went."
Her Master gave her best smile that was reserved for times like these. "Don't worry, I have faith in you. Plus," Ahsoka smirked, "I think you'll have fun."
"If you say so, Master." Eleesha smiled back. She was slightly comforted in her Master's presence, and if her Master believed in her, she would believe in herself too.
"Hey I have to get going. Good luck on your mission, Eleesha."
"Farwell, Master, May the Force be with you." Eleesha bowed.
"And with you too, my Apprentice." And with that the Hologram of Ahsoka faded. Eleesha thought about her conversation with her Master. When she was talking to her she felt that Ahsoka was a little bit on edge. Also there was the feeling of worry at the beginning. Oh, and you can't forget the way her Master brushed of the subject of her mission. Sometimes her Master forgets that Eleesha knows her just as well as Ahsoka knows Eleesha. Whatever it was something was wrong. Eleesha put that aside for now, after all she had her own mission to complete.
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2,000 words! Awesomeness! Anyway thanks for answering my question in the last chapter. I will be doing what I will be doing after the Younglings get their crystals. Something is a brewing on Cloud City but what? I don't even know right now! xD Thanks for reading and please Review! Bye!
