Chapter Nine: Playing The Game
"What do you want from me?" Vorexa hissed as she punched a button to initiate auto-pilot.
Her head was roaring with pain and her vision was clouded in a haze of red fury. This woman was clearly insane and it was Anakin's fault for dragging her into this.
"I want nothing from you, but instead something from Caedus. The only way I can find him is through you. You know where he is." She said.
"You were actually serious about desiring to see him?" Vorexa stared in disbelief.
Saar'ii used the Force to push Vorexa back into the pilot's chair, "Of course. I might be in an insane state, but I remember exactly who he is."
Vorexa narrowed her eyes, "What exactly do you remember about him? Why are you looking for him?"
"I've already told you the story. I'm looking for him because I must be reunited with one I have forgotten. His damn philosophical studies ruined everything." Saar'ii said bitterly.
Vorexa was lost, but she didn't question further. It was best just to finish off this insane woman before she caused more harm.
"Don't even bother trying to kill me. You're weak." She said and began to strangle Vorexa by means of the Force.
Vorexa's hands closed around her throat. She was gasping for air, but it was no use. Then she was abruptly relieved of the choking, but her vision faded and she fell into a comatose state.
"I told you that you were weak." Saar'ii said to Vorexa's unconscious form and removed the auto-pilot. She knew exactly how to find her way to Yavin IV.
The shuttle landed on the soft grass near the jungles of Yavin IV. Vorexa groaned and heaved herself into sitting position. She looked up to find the glowing green eyes of Saar'ii staring at her.
"You've arrived to your destination. Leave." Saar'ii demanded.
"As long as you don't follow," Vorexa responded through gritted teeth.
Saar'ii smirked and emerged from the landing ramp. The damp air was lovely against her skin and her lips cracked into a smile. Despite the fact the surroundings were mesmerizing, something wasn't right. She was unsure of the unsettlement….
Abruptly a blast from a blaster sounded and Saar'ii dropped to the ground.
"What the hell? I'd assumed she was insane, but you seem to be the equivalent at the moment! Show yourself!" Vorexa said acidly as she emerged from the shuttle.
Xior Salvus emerged from the shadows of the jungle, the normal amused grin across his face. His wavy, brunette hair and hazel eyes made him look as if he belonged on this planet. He outstretched his arms in a gesture of a friendly hug.
Vorexa couldn't help but to return a smile and lunge into his arms. Xior was like an elder brother to her, and just being in his presence made her feel all the better. "Don't worry; I only stunned her." Xior whispered reassuringly.
"Why has she gone insane?" Vorexa asked curiously.
Xior was an expert within healing and would probably know. He sighed, "She's somehow managed to lose her memory through the influences of the dark side. Not to worry, I know how to heal her, she'll have her memory restored and she'll be relieved of the dark side influence."
Vorexa heaved a sigh of relief, "Thank the Force."
"I have other good news." Xior said with another grin.
Vorexa glanced at him, awaiting him to continue.
"Mother's currently pregnant with my little brother. I must say the age difference is quite a lot, but I am excited to have an additional member to the family." Xior said excitedly.
"Really? That's fantastic!" Vorexa said and hugged him tightly.
Xior was twenty three, so that would cause some difficulty with a sibling bond, but perhaps he could come to train his brother as a Jedi.
"Well, I should probably get to curing her before she awakens." Xior changed the subject as he looked down upon Saar'ii's still unconscious form.
Vorexa nodded in agreement and allowed Xior to take Saar'ii's body with him to the old Jedi Praxeum. He would perform the operation there. Vorexa pondered on whether to follow him or remain where she was. She decided she would comm Anakin then follow Xior.
Anakin, I apologize for my ignorance towards you earlier. I wanted to inform you that Saar'ii has lost her memory and been under the influence of the dark side. Xior is taking her to be relieved of the influences and regain her memory which shouldn't be too long. I wish you and Jashakyrr the best of luck with finding and stopping your brother. Love always, Vorexa Ciell.
She deactivated the comlink and followed Xior's trace to the old Jedi Praxeum.