Hello. AnakinxAhsoka101, or Jasmine, here. In this next chapter, you get to read about Tom and Clare's date. Hope you enjoy.

Clare's POV

Clare had on her outfit and was waiting for Tom at the doors of the building. Ahsoka and Trekkie waited with her.

"Oh Force. He's not coming."

"Clare, calm down. He's not late, you're early."

"What are you talking about?"

"He said he'd be here a 8:00. It's only 7:30."

"You're just making yourself nervous. Come sit down." Clare sat between them. Ahsoka put her arm around Clare.

"Clare, listen to me. I know Tom better than anyone. I know he'll show up. He's not one of those guys who just ditch. He really likes you. I mean, who would like you?"

"Yeah. You're smart."

"Funny."

"Cute."

"Creative."

"You've got a lot going for you."

"And Tom will only make it better."

"I guess you're right. I am pretty great." They all giggled.

"So, do you still feel nervous about tonight?"

"No. I feel really confident now. I think I'll make it through." They all group hugged.

"Now, remember. If by any slight chance Tom hurts you, just tell me and I'll deal with him personally." Clare chuckled.

"Thanks, Soka, but I think I'm good."

"Just looking out for you."

"I know. Well, I've got to go fix my makeup. Pacing back and forth really didn't help much."

"I'll go with you. I just remembered a necklace I have to go with that dress." Clare and Trekkie both went upstairs. Ahsoka stayed where she was.

Ahsoka's POV

It's been half an hour since Trekkie and Clare went upstairs to fix Clare's makeup. Tom was suppose to be here any minute. Ahsoka wouldn't be surprised if Clare came down looking like a clown. Tom walked through the door wearing a black tux and holding a single red rose. It looked almost like the same tux he wore when he and Ahsoka went out to dinner that night. Ahsoka greeted him.

"Well, don't you look fancy."

"Thanks. Where's Clare?"

"She's upstairs. She'll be down in a minute, I hope."

"Great."

"So, where are you taking her? Chez Jazmin's?"

"No. I'm taking her to Lucia's."

"Ooh, Italinano. Very classy."

"Yeah."

"Tom, don't be nervous. You'll be just fine."

"What if I screw it up?"

"You won't screw up. Just be yourself and you'll be fine. Don't try to be something you're not."

"I don't know if I can be myself around her."

"And why not? You always act like yourself around me."

"You're different. You've been my best friend since I was a kid. I just met her and she's just... so,"

"Different?"

"Exactly. How will I know if she likes me for me?"

"You just had a decent conversation with her yesterday. Why don't you just pick up where you two left off?"

"Well, I did enjoy talking to her without her over-flirting. I'll give it a shot."

"Good." Clare came down the stairs with a light layer of makeup and a pearl neckalace on. Tom stood there, speechless.

"Hi, Tom."

"Hey, Clare. You look beautiful." She giggled.

"Thanks. You don't look to bad yourself."

"Thanks. This is for you." He handed her the rose.

"Thank you. It's beautiful."

"Your welcome. Ready to go?" He held out his hand to her and she took it.

"Yes." They headed out the door. Ahsoka and Trekkie watched through the window as Tom opened the door of his speeder for Clare and closed it when she got in. He went to his side and sped off.

"You think their date's gonna go well?" Ahsoka looked to Trekkie with confidence.

"I think it's gonna go perfectly."

Tom's POV

They arrived at Lucia's fifteen minutes later. Clare was in awe.

"Oh my gosh. I've always wanted to come here. I hear they have the best chocolate cake."

"I knew you would like it." He walked up to the host at the podeum. "Norton, party of two please?"

"Ah, yes. Here you are. Right this way, please." He led them to their table. "Here are your menus. May I start you off with a drink?"

"I'll take an iced tea."

"Yes sir. And you, m'lady?"

"I'll just take a water, thank you."

"Of course. Please enjoy our fresh baked bread sticks and I will be right back with your drinks."

"So, Tom, have you been here before?"

"No. This is my first time actually."

"Mine, too."

"So, what looks good to you? You can have anything you want."

"Well, Alfredo pasta looks very heavenly. I might try that."

"That does look good, but I think I'll try the Ratatuolle. I heard it's delicious."

"Doesn't sound very appetizing."

"Some of the best things don't. You never know unless you try."

"Can't judge a book by its cover."

"Exactly." She giggled. Their waiter came back with their drinks.

"Here are your drinks. Are we ready to order?"

"Yes, I'll have the Ratatoulle."

"And I'll have the Alfredo pasta."

"Coming right out." He left again.

"So, Tom. What's you're history with Ahsoka? You two seem very close."

"Well, when she was first brought to the temple, she kinda kept to herself. She didn't talk to anyone. She had some trouble with her lessons, so I decided to help her. In return, she gave me her friendship. After that, we did almost everything together. Train, pull pranks, mess around with people. We even got in trouble together. Our friendship was like that for ten years, but after I got assigned to my master, we never saw each other. We didn't see each other for three years. After those three years, next time I saw her was at the beach house two months ago."

"When 'that' happened?"

"Yeah." He shook the memory from his head. "Enough about me. What about you? What's your story?"

"Wow. Where do I begin? Well, I was an only child born into a rich family. My father was the senator of Pantora and my mother was the represntative. I grew up with the best education, great friends, and caring parents. When the war started, everything went downhill from there. My parents were twice as busy, voting on more and more bills and attending countless meetings. I tried not to let it affect me, but nothing helped. One day, I went out for a walk around Coruscaunt. I was so lost in my own thought, I didn't realize that I crossed into downtown Coruscaunt. Once I realized where I was, I turned to go back home. Some guy who was past drunk, offered me a ride home. I refused, but he wouldn't take no for an answer. I tried to run, but he grabbed me and pulled me into a dark alley. I couldn't see anything, but I felt everything he did to me. When he was done, he past out. I put my clothes back on and ran for my life. When I got home, I felt I was safe. I never told my parents what happened. They had too many things to worry about already. A week later, I started feeling sick. I was vomiting all over the place. I was attending one of my parents' meetings when I started to feel light headed. The next thing I knew, I was in a hospital bed. My mother told me that I was pregnant. My father was furious with me. He wouldn't let me explain what actually happened. He said I wouldn't embarrass this family, so he kicked me out. I went to my friends for help, but they didn't want anything to do with me. So, I took what credits I had and came here to Naboo. I found the pregnancy center and Lisa took me in with open arms. I've been there ever since."

"I am so sorry. I didn't mean to..."

"It's okay. My parents disowning me is the best thing to ever happen to me. I have a better place to stay, great friends, and I got to meet you."

"Well, then I thank your parents for that." She giggled.

"You're really great guy, Tom."

"And you, Clare, are an amazing girl." Her blue cheeks blushed a light purple. Tom thought she was cute when she blushed. Their food finally came.

"Your Alfredo pasta. And your Ratatoulle. Is there anything else I can get for you?"

"No thank you."

"Alright. Enjoy your food." He left again. They tried their food.

"How's your Rataoulle?"

"It's actually very good. Here, try some." He lifted his fork to her lips. She smiled and tried it.

"Mmm. That is good."

"I told you."

"Try this Alfredo." She lifted her fork to his lips. He tried it.

"Not bad. Not bad at all. We should come here again."

"Are you asking me on a second date?"

"Depends. Would you like to go on a second date?"

"I would love to."

"Then it's a date." She giggled. They finished their food while talking about random things. They were laughing and giggling the whole time. Their waiter came back.

"How did you enjoy your food?"

"It was delicious."

"Give our compliments to the chef."

"Would you be interested in desert?"

"Yes. We'll take a slice of your famous chocolate cake."

"Just one, sir?"

"Yes."

"I'll be right back with that." He took their plates & left.

"Oh, thank you Tom."

"You're welcome. You seemed very eager about your cake."

"I've been wanting to try their cake for years."

"Can I ask you a personal question, Clare?"

"Sure. What is it?"

"If you're the daugther of a senator, why didn't you and your family come here?"

"It's not exactly easy for my parents to go somewhere and be safe. Even before the war, people where always looking for ways to make money. Dead senators and Jedi were the number one targets for big bucks."

"And since the war started, that value's gone up."

"Exactly my point. Luckily, no one knows about me really, so I'm not that big of a target. I'm safe, especially since my father disowned me."

"I was just curious."

"There's nothing wrong with being curious, Tom. Don't be afraid to ask me those kinds of questions. I won't get mad."

"I'm worried that you'll get mad. I'm worried if you'll get upset. I don't want to see a pretty girl like you cry." She blushed.

"That just makes you a caring person." He smiled. The waiter came with Clare's cake.

"Thank you." He nodded and left.

"Enjoy." She tried the cake and almost moaned.

"This is so delicious. Here, try it." He tried the cake. He now knew why she almost moaned. The cake was so light and fluffy and the icing melted in his mouth.

"That is delicious."

"Mmm hmm." They finished the cake together. When they were done, Tom paid and they left.

"Before I take you back to the center, I want to show you something."

"What is it?" He took his handkercheif out of his pocket and tied it around her eyes.

"It's a surprise."

"You're not kidnapping me are you?" He chuckled.

"No. Just wait." They drove to a hill in the park. Tom took a blanket out the truck of his speeder and led Clare away from the speeder. He laid the blanket on the ground behind her. "Alright, you can take the blindfold off."

She took off the bilndfold and saw the city lights. It was all so beautiful.

"Tom, this is amazing."

"The best thing is what the lights do to the sky." She looked up and gasped. The lights seemed to be dancing with the stars. The sky formed different shapes and pictures. Tom helped Clare lay down on the blanket. He laid down next to her and they watched the sky, pointing out the figures they saw.

"Tom, this is just amazing. This is the best date I have ever been on."

"I'm glad you enjoyed yourself. And I have too." They stared into each other's eyes for a moment. They slowly came together for a passionate kiss. They broke apart and looked at each other again. They both smiled.

"I think we should get back before the girls start to worry."

"I think you're right." He got up first & helped Clare up. While she got in the speeder, Tom gathered up the blanket and put it back in the trunk. They drove back to the center. Tom opened Clare's door and walked her to the building.

"This truly has been an amazing night."

"It really has. I love spending time with you. Do you have any plans tomorrow?"

"No. Free as a bird."

"Great. Pick you up at noon?"

"It's a date."

"Great." He kissed her cheek and went back to his speeder. Clare went inside and Tom left.

Clare's POV

As soon as Clare walked through the door, she was met by Ahsoka and Trekkie.

"We saw you two out there making out."

"We weren't making out. He kissed my cheek. It's completely different."

"Whatever. How did it go?"

"All will be told tonight as soon as I get out of these clothes."

"Alright, we'll help you."

Ahsoka's POV

After Clare finished telling them about her date with Tom, Ahsoka was so happy for both of them. Trekkie went to help Clare find something for tomorrow. Ahsoka decided to go to bed. Padme was sitting in her bed.

"Well, I guess I had nothing to worry about. Clare and Tom seem to really like each other. I guess I shouldn't have spied on them."

"I told you not to!"

"I'm sorry. I let my curiousity get the best of me."

"Padme, I'm really tired. We'll finish this conversation tomorrow. For now, just go spy on Anakin or something."

"Alright. See ya later." She left. Ahsoka put on her sleeping gown and went to bed.

Ooh. Clare and Tom have chemistry. Has Tom finally moved on? Will Padme ever leave Ahsoka alone? When will we see Anakin again? Wait and see. R&R