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The sun was setting when the quartet were standing on the landing platform outside the ship. Artoo whistled a happy tune as he leaned over the edge of the platform, watching the traffic. Hadrian wondered sometimes what was going on in that head his. Hadrian startled when the droid leaned too far over the edge and felt overboard. After a moment, he reappeared, using his on-board jets to propel himself back onto the landing platform. Hadrian let out a sigh. Then the wind picked up, rustling his dark hair. Anakin and he were listening to the Jedi. Hadrian saw Anakin looked down in shame of what was said.

"It is not disrespect, Master, it is the truth." Obi-Wan said.

"From your point of view…" Qui-Gon replied staring at his student.

"The boy is dangerous. They all sense it. Why can't you?"

"His fate is uncertain, not dangerous. The Council will decide Anakin's and Hadrian's future… that should be enough for you. Now get on board!" Qui-Gon declared. Obi-Wan reluctantly boarded the Naboo spacecraft followed by Artoo. Qui-Gon went over to the duo. He saw Hadrian looking at Obi-Wan with mixed feelings. He knew Hadrian knew he was right. Besides the boy could see the future. That reminded him; he needed to ask Hadrian something about that matter.

"Master Qui-Gon, sir, I do not wish to be a problem." Anakin said looking down.

"You won't be, Ani… I'm not allowed to train you, so I want you to watch me and be mindful, you too Hadrian." He gave the other boy a look. "Always remember your focus determines your reality. Stay close to me and you will be safe."

"Master, sir… I've been wondering; what are midi-chlorians?" Anakin asked.

"Midi-chlorians are a microscopic life form that reside within all living cells and communicate with the Force." He explained looking at Hadrian to see if he understood. Hadrian nodded, knowing that piece of info already.

"They live inside of me?" He asked surprised.

Qui-Gon smiled. "In your cells. We are symbiots with the midi-chlorians."

"Symbiots?"

"Life forms living together for mutual advantage. Without the midi-chlorians, life could not exist and we would have no knowledge of the Force. They continually speak to you, telling you the will of the Force." Qui-Gon explained.

"They do?"

"When you learn to quiet your mind, you will hear them speaking to you."

"They sing to me." Hadrian said dreamily. Qui-Gon eyed him curiously. Anakin looked in between, confused.

"I don't understand."

"With time and training, Ani… you will." He replied. Anakin nodded and stood aside. Hadrian gripped the young boys shoulder and pulled him close. Then he saw two taxi pulled up and Captain Panaka, Senator Palpatine, twenty or so troops, guards and officers walking toward the ship followed by Queen Amidala. Hadrian's heart jumped when he saw Padmé. He gave her a weak smile and she smiled back, blushing. Hadrian let Anakin, go stand next to her.

"Nice to see you." He whispered. "I missed you."

Padmé reddened again. "Me to." The Queen and her handmaiden stood before the Jedi. Hadrian saw something orange, but it was Jar Jar. He kind of missed the Gungan.

"Your Highness," Hadrian elbowed Padmé in the side, grinning while Qui-Gon addressed the Queen. "It is our pleasure to continue to serve and protect you."

"I welcome your help. Senator Palpatine fears the Federation means to destroy me." Amidala replied. Hadrian rolled his eyes. Of course he wants.

"I promise you, I will not let that happen." Qui-Gon said, bowing.

"Neither will I." Hadrian whispered to Padmé. Amidala nodded and entered the ship, followed by her handmaidens. Jar Jar hugged Qui-Gon and Anakin. He stopped before Hadrian and eyed him. Hadrian rolled his eyes and grabbed the Gungan and gave him a bear hug. Jar Jar smiled and jumped up.

"Wesa goen home!" They all moved onto the spaceship. Then the craft took off and disappeared in the distance. Hadrian didn't know what to do. It will take some hours to get to Naboo. So he searched for a quiet looking room where he could think. He found one with bunks. Probably where the crew rested. There were some chairs around a table, more than enough for Hadrian. He climbed in one of the bunk beds, leaned against the wall and hugged his legs close. He rested his head on his knees and sighed.

The silent was welcoming. He didn't heard the sound from the ship which he was grateful. He closed his eyes and let his mind wonder. It was a very difficult moment for him. He thought back on the day since he arrived. There wasn't a moment of rest or time for himself. And now, when they set course to Naboo, he found some time. No, he made some time. For a moment he didn't care what happened around him. It was just him and this silent. Hadrian took a deep breath.

Then suddenly all came crushing down. He tried not to cry, but the tears came anyway. He cried in silent. He missed his Sensei, his friends, his home even his math teacher. He sniveled from time to time. He couldn't help it. He missed everything he ever knew. And he will never see it again which was hard for him. He was thrown into a world not his own against his will, just because he needed to save the future. What if he failed? Hadrian cried on. It was a heavy burden one he didn't want.

"Why didn't I stay at the Dojo." He murmured between his tears.

He wiped away his tears with his sleeves. He needed to be strong. He needed to be confident and ready to change what was about to happen. But what was happening now, he couldn't change anymore. But what did he change already. He looked up. Yeah, he felt madly in love with Padmé. He freed Shmi Skywalker. What else did he do? Hadrian narrowed his eyes. Yeah, he'd became Yoda's apprentice, which was a bonus.

He stretched out on the bed and laid his hands under his head. He stared at the ceiling from the other bed. Suddenly his mind went blanc. He didn't want to think about it anymore. It hurt too much. He closed his eyes again and welcomed the darkness. SO they knew about his little gift. Where does it bring him now. Yoda defiantly didn't mind, because he made him his padawan. Not official yet, but close enough. But what about Count Dooku, Yoda's last padawan? When did he left the Jedi Order to join the Dark Side?

Hadrian shook his head. Then the door opened and Hadrian startled. He sat up but bashed his head against the other bunk and fell back on his back, gripping his head. He groaned and saw Padmé shocked standing there.

"Oh my…" She came rushing down and helped him. "I'm sorry."

"No problem." Hadrian moaned, rubbing his forehead. "You just startled me."

"I was looking for you." She said.

Hadrian jumped off the bed. "Really." She nodded. "How sweet." He teased. Padmé gave him a mock punch on the shoulder. He smiled. "Sooo…"

Padmé smiled. She leaned in and gave him a kissed. Hadrian still felt the butterflies in his stomach like the first time he saw her. He leaned in too and kissed her had back. They moved on to the next stage. Hadrian licked her lips asking for entrance? Padmé hesitated had first but relented. They savored each others taste, drowning on their love. They didn't look at the time, but when they pulled back they were breathless.

"I think I can get use to this." He said.

Padmé smiled. "Me too. Hadrian?"

"Hmm."

"What will happen with us?"

"I don't want to lose you, Padmé, even if you're a Queen. I don't care. I only care about you. I'm young and inexperienced, but I'll change. I will become a Jedi, but that doesn't mean I never would care for you… or love you. I hope that you will do the same?"

"I will… I hope. I don't want to lose you. You're right. Things will change but we will make the best of it."

"That's my girl… which reminds me. It's my birthday today. I totally forgot." Hadrian scratched the back of his head. Padmé looked surprised, then embraced him around the neck.

"Happy birthday!"

Hadrian laughed. "I forgot my own birthday. Go figure!" They hugged and laughed. They talked some more about the future, but not the future Hadrian knew. She told him about her plans to save Naboo. She told her decoy what to do and to discuss it with the Jedi. Hadrian was glad that she trusted him. He was fourteen today, but also the day of a great battle. Hadrian will give his everything in it; he will save Qui-Gon from a certain death and everyone's going to be happy. That was something he hoped for.

The Naboo Cruiser headed toward the lush green planet. There was only one Federation Battle cruiser orbiting. Hadrian knew this was the control ship of the Battle droid. When this thing goes boom, all the Droids will dysfunction. Obi-Wan and Captain Panaka spotted it on the view. Hadrian had decided to see the landing. He and Obi-Wan were watching.

"The blockade's gone." The Captain said.

"The war's over… No need for it now." Obi-Wan replied looking out of the window.

"I have one battleship on my scope." The pilot said.

"A droid control ship." Hadrian said watching it too.

"They've probably spotted us."

"We haven't much time." Obi-Wan said worried. Obi-Wan nodded at Hadrian and together they left the cockpit. They joined Qui-Gon in the main area. Hadrian saw the Queen and her handmaidens plus Padmé readying themselves to disembark as the ship lands. Then the elevator door slide open and Anakin emerged into the hold area. He saw Padmé and ran up to her. She was standing next to Hadrian.

"Hi! Where have you been?" He asked her. Padmé blushed and looked at Hadrian. The both of them knew very well what they did. Hadrian coughed and looked at the boy in 'don't look at me' look.

"Ani, what are you doing here?" She asked. Hadrian had forgot to mention that Anakin was here too. She gave him a confused look.

"I'm with Qui-Gon… but they're not going to let me be a Jedi. I'm too old." He said.

"This is going to be dangerous, Ani." She told him.

"Don't worry Padmé. I'm looking out for him as well as Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan. We can't avoid this danger anyway." Hadrian said.

"Is it? I can help… Where are we going?" The boy asked them.

"To war, I'm afraid. The Queen has had to make the most difficult decision of her life. She doesn't believe in fighting, Ani. We are a peaceful people."

"I want to help. Hadrian's helping, so can I… I'm glad you're back." Anakin said smiling. Padmé smiled back. Hadrian shook his head. This will prove to be difficult in the future. The Naboo spacecraft has landed in the Gungan swamp. Hadrian joined Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan outside while the troops unloaded the ship in the background. He, together with the padawan approached Qui-Gon in the forest.

"Jar Jar is on his way to the Gungan city, Master."

Qui-Gon's thoughts were elsewhere. "Good." They stood silently for a moment. Hadrian could cut the tension with a knife.

"Do you think the Queen's idea will work?" Obi-Wan asked his Master.

"The Gungans will not easily be swayed and we cannot use our power to help her." Qui-Gon replied.

"It will work. Trust me. The Gungan's would rather fight then give up there home world. And it will be good for their image with the Naboo." Hadrian responded.

"Sometimes I'm wondering what else you know, my young friend." Qui-Gon asked.

Hadrian shrugged. "Enough to survive. But we need to watch each others back… I… I foresaw something I didn't like."

Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan looked at him. Hadrian stared into Qui-Gon's eyes and their was a sudden connection. Qui-Gon nodded; Hadrian swallowed hard. So, Qui-Gon knew about his fate. Somehow. Obi-Wan was oblivious.

"I'm… I'm sorry for my behavior, Master. It was not my place to disagree with you about the boy. I am grateful you think I am ready for the trials." Obi-Wan said, looking at his Master in honest. Qui-Gon looked at him for a long moment.

"You have been a good apprentice. You are much wiser than I am, Obi-Wan. I foresee you will become a great Jedi Knight."

Obi-Wan nodded, flashing him a smile. The duo left and went back to the ship. Hadrian looked after them. Qui-Gon knew about his doom. Which was scary. Hadrian sighed and trailed after them. Hadrian joined the group who waited for Jar Jar to come back from his City. The Gungan exited the swamp lake and walked over the Queen Amidala and the Jedi. Hadrian strained his ears.

"Dare-sa nobody dare. All gone. Some kinda fight, I tink. Soryy, no Gungas… no Gugas." Jar Jar explained sadly. The Queen looked worried.

"Do you think they have been taken to camps?" The captain asked.

"More likely they were wiped out." Obi-Wan said.

Hadrian rolled his eyes. "Please Obi-Wan. Get real." He addressed Jar Jar. "Is there anywhere you go when in trouble?"

Jar Jar nodded. "Yes, when in trouble, go to sacred place. Mackineeks no find them dare."

"Do you know where they are?" Qui-Gon asked. Jar Jar nodded. The group started to pack their things and followed Jar Jar as he moved through the swamp. The Gungan stopped and sniffed the air. The group stopped behind them. Hadrian looked around and saw nothing but green. He started to hate the swamp because of the tick air. Jar Jar turned around.

"Dissen it."

Hadrian sensed something. Even the Jedi were squirming. The others were oblivious. Hadrian sensed that something was watching them. Then Jar Jar made a strange chatting noise. Suddenly, out of nowhere, Captain Tarpals and six other Gungan troops riding on Kaadus, emerged from the brush.

"Heyo-dalee, Captain Tarpals." Jar Jar smiled.

The Capt'n couldn't believe his eyes. "Binks! Noah gain?"

"We comen to see da boss." Jar Jar said seriously.

The captain rolled his eyes. "Ouch time, Binks… Ouch time for all-n youse."

The group was led through a clearing full of Gungan refugees. At the far end were the ruins of a grand temple with massive craved heads. Boss Nass and several other members walked out on the top of a three-quarter-submerged head. Hadrian stood next to Padmé. It was going to be boring if you already knew what was going to happen.

"Jar Jar, yousa payen dis time. Who's da uss-en others?"

Queen Amidala stepped forward. Captain Panaka and the Jedi stood behind them even Hadrian.

"I am Queen Amidala of the Naboo… I come before you in Peace."

"Naboo biggen. Yousa bringen da mackineeks… Dya busten uss-en omm. Yousa all bombad. Yousa all die'n, mesa tink." He replied.

Captain Panaka and half a dozen guards and pilots looked around nervously and the Gungan troops lowered their long poles. The Jedi stayed relaxed. Hadrian even smiled at one of the Gungans. Anakin watched everything with great interest.

"We wish to form an alliance…" But the Queen was silent by Padmé who suddenly stepped forward. Artoo whistled a quiet "Uh oh".

"Your Honor…"

"Whosa dis?" Boss Nass pointed.

"I am Queen Amidala." She looked at the fake queen. "This is my decoy… my protection… my loyal bodyguard."

Anakin was stunned. Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon gave each other a knowing look. Hadrian laughed quietly and Qui-Gon eyed him in question. He shrugged. Padmé went on with her explanation.

"I am sorry for my deception, but under the circumstances it has become necessary to protect myself. Although we do not always agree, Your Honor, our two great societies have always lived in peace… until now. The Trade Federation had destroyed all that we have worked so hard to build. You are hiding, my people are in camps. If we do not act quickly, all will be lost forever… I ask you to help me… no, beg you to help me."

Padmé dropped on her knees and prostrated herself before Boss Nass. The was a gasp from Captain Panaka, his troop and the handmaidens. "We are your humble servants… our fate is in your hand."

Slowly, Capt. Panaka and the rest bowed down before the Gungan Council. Then the handmaiden, Anakin and finally Hadrian and the Jedi. The Gungans were puzzled by this. Boss Nass began to laugh.

"Yousa no tinken yousa greater dan da gungans… Mesa like dis. Maybe wesa bein friends." He shook his head and spit flew out of his mouth. Everyone smiled and Jar Jar jumped up. Everyone agreed. Hadrian walked over to Padmé and gave her a cheap grin, she smiled back. Then they started to make plans. Hadrian stayed with the Jedi.

They came together. The Jedi, Padmé, Hadrian and five Gungan generals. They started to discuss the situation; Hadrian then saw Anakin running to them.

"They're here!"

Padmé flashed the boy a smile. Hadrian looked at the hologram that was playing on the cap of a speeder. Four speeders pulled up to the group. Capt. Panaka and a dozen or so guards piled out and joined them. Padmé looked up.

"What is the situation?"

"Almost everyone's in camps. A few hundred police and guards have formed an underground movement. I brought as many of the leaders as I could. The Federation Army is also much stronger. Your Highness, this is a battle I do not think we can win."

"The battle is a diversion. The Gungans must draw the Droid Army away from the City. We can enter the city using the secret passages on the waterfall side." She pointed out on the hologram. "Once we get to the main entrance, Capt. Panaka will create a diversion, so that we can enter the palace and capture the Viceroy. Without the Viceroy, they will be lost and confused."

Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan looked on with attention.

"What do you think, Master Jedi?" She asked. Qui-Gon sighed.

"The Viceroy will be well guarded."

"The difficulty's getting into the throne room. Once we're inside, we shouldn't have a problem." The Captain said, looking at the Queen.

"There's a possibility with this diversion many Gungans will be killed." Qui-Gon said looking at the Gungan, Boss Nass.

"Wesa ready to do are-sa part." He replied, clapping his chest and looking seriously. Jar Jar smiled a very worried and sheepish grin. Anakin watched with curiosity, as do Artoo. Hadrian looked again at the hologram finding it an incredible piece of technology.

"We have a plan which should immobilize the Droid Army. We will send what pilots we have to knock out the Droid control ship which is orbiting the planet. If we can get past their rayshields, we can sever communication and their Droids will be helpless."

"A well-conceived plan. However, there's great risk. The weapon on your fighters my not penetrate the shields on the control ship." Qui-Gon explained; Hadrian looked up.

"Tell the pilots, Captain, to try to get inside the battleship and blast the main reactor which can be found not far from the main hanger. This will blow them up from the inside." Hadrian told them. "This will do the trick."

The captain looked hesitated. Should he listen to the boy? Or not? He looked at the Jedi who looked passive. Qui-Gon looked pensive. He eyed the boy and didn't know what to make out of this. If he knew the future and it happened like this then maybe they should to this. He looked back at the captain and nodded.

"Tell them." Qui-Gon looked at Hadrian. "Good thinking. Hitting the main reactor will immobilize the Droid Army."

Obi-Wan spoke. "But there's a catch. If the Viceroy escapes, Your Highness, he will return with another droid army."

"That is why we must not fail to get the Viceroy. Everything depends on it." Padmé added.

Woaw, the next chapter is action packed stay tuned. Only a few more chapter to go until the end of Episode 1

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