Chapter 10
She bit her tongue. There was so much she wanted to say to the Jedi that she stood before. But she didn't, for her husband's sake. She could tell he was sending her calming waves through the Force.
"How feel you about the situation?" Yoda asked her, not all the Council members were present.
"Obi-wan wants to help people, how can I say no?"
"Worries you have. Sense them I can."
"How can I not worry? He's my husband," she glanced to him, "I love him. He's the father of my children. But he wants to risk his life to save others. And if he feels that is where his true destiny lies, then I will support his decision."
"What about him being gone?" Master Fisto asked. "He will be gone a lot. Can you handle it, Milady?"
"I'm more than capable of handling my children." She shot back. "The thing I worry about is my sons. They need their father as much as an apprentice needs a Master. He is hey in their development as adults."
"Hmm, a point, you do have." Yoda said thoughtfully.
"I don't want to be accused of hiding anything, but I'm sure you already know I'm pregnant. And I know you don't have much control over when he comes home to me. But I wanted to make a proposition with you."
Padme glanced back at Obi-wan and saw the surprise written all over his face. When Master Yoda nodded she continued. "I understand that he will be gone. And we accept that. But if I was to say that the only reason that we would call him home was in a case of an emergency, would you let him come home in time to see his child being born?"
All the Masters looked at one another. "You must understand how much of a sacrifice this is. I want my husband home with me but I know he can't be. The Republic needs him." She looked to Obi-wan with love in her eyes. "Its hard for me to even attempt this deal with you. But I would hate for him to miss the birth of his child. He already missed one. I would hate for him to miss this one."
"We… will discuss it, Milady." Master Windu stated.
"That's all I ask." Padme said bowing and walking toward her husband. They stood next to each other. Padme wanted to grasp his hand in show of support but knew that it would not help the Council much. She knew that Obi-wan missed this on occasion and she just wanted to give him what he wanted.
I've gotten everything I've ever wanted, just by being with you. Don't ever doubt my love, and I have never doubted yours. Padme could hear Obi-wan's voice in her head as he grasped her hand and gave it a slight squeeze.
"Discuss this suggestion, we will. Reconvene soon we shall, after reached a decision have we." Master Yoda said showing their dismissal. The Kenobi's bowed and exited the Council chambers not knowing what to expect.
"It's alright?" Leigh-Ann asked excitedly.
"Yes." Kaliee smiled at Leigh-Ann and Kayden. Leigh-Ann's best friend lived one floor up.
"Come on, Kayden!" Leigh-Ann grabbed him by the hand and led him toward the door where the other little girl and her mother were waiting.
Anakin staid seated at the table. "Thank you for the tea."
"You're welcome." Leigh-Ann took the glass from his hand and placed it in the sink. She walked back toward the table and he took her hand. She was surprised when he pulled her into his lap.
"They're gone." He whispered in her ear, letting his hot breath blow across her neck.
"Wade, um, Wade's in Leigh-Ann's room." Kaliee felt her breath hitch.
"You're right." He said before taking her earlobe in his warm mouth.
"Anakin" She pulled away to look in his eyes. She was lost eyes and brought her mouth to meet his. She didn't realize how much she wanted it until she had it. Both knew they couldn't progress any further than they had. Both were completely content in each other's arms sitting in the kitchenette.
"Do you think it'll work?" Padme asked as they sat in the kitchenette of Kaliee's apartment. Obi-wan had taken the kids out for dessert. It gave the two best friends some time.
"I don't see why it wouldn't." Kaliee answered distractedly.
"Well, I guess we'll know by the end of the week." Padme sipped on her water. "Do you think I could ask a favor of you, Kay?"
"Depends," she answered with a smile and a chuckle.
"Well, I was hoping maybe I could talk you into watching the boys for a night. Just one night. Obi-wan will probably be leaving soon and I just need…"
"Say no more, its fine. But you have to do me a favor."
Padme was glad Kaliee wasn't going to make her spell it out, she felt a little embarrassed about the whole thing. But completely curious about Kaliee's favor. "What is it?"
"I… met someone that I'm very interested in. He wants to take me out to third meal later this week. I need someone to watch Leigh-Ann."
"Sure. So, can I know about this guy?"
"Well, I don't want to, uh, chance it. But I'll let you know what night."
"Alright." Padme took another sip and watched as a smile formed on her friend's lips. She really likes this guy.
"Please, stop starring at me May." They both began to laugh. Leigh-Ann, Wade, Kayden and Obi-wan all walked in at the same time.
"We had fun, Mommy." Leigh-Ann said jumping into Kaliee's lap.
"Well, I'm glad, Baby. But I think its time for you head to bed."
"Please…" she whined.
"Come on, let's go." Leigh-Ann guided her to her room. Wade followed behind them with a yawn. But Kayden hung back.
"You okay, Sweetheart?" Padme asked as she noticed the look on her son's face.
"I wanna ask you guys something."
"Okay," Obi-wan squat down at the table. "What is it?"
"I want to see the Temple."
Padme glanced to Obi-wan; she wanted to say no so badly. But she knew she couldn't. Obi-wan took over, "Why?"
"I feel like we should go. All of us. You, Mom, Wade and me."
There it was again. A feeling. Obi-wan knew that Kayden and Wade would have them. Force sensitivity was in their blood. Padme knew but she didn't quite understand it the way Obi-wan did. She knew how important these feelings could be, though.
"I want to go." Kayden mumbled.
"We're going to go back soon. When we go, we'll all go."
"Thanks, Dad." Kayden gave them each a hug and ran off into the other room. Leaving two very confused parents behind.