*Author's Note*

Hey everyone! First of all, I just want to say that I know it has been a while and I'm incredibly sorry for not updating in so long. If I'm being honest, I really haven't had much time. I dealt with some health issues, and then I've been having so much school work! I would try and write a little bit here and there, but I'd wait too long in between writing and everything I would write would get deleted. Anyways, I know it took me forever but I hope you all enjoy this chapter.

Chapter 16

Rey ran out of the bedroom as fast as her legs could take her, desperate to find help. As she navigated her way through the maze of hallways at the base, a part of her mind was frantically attempting to think logically about where to go, but the other part was picturing the rigid lines that Kylo's face formed while Snoke forced his way into his mind. She desperately clung to the hope that it was all over for Kylo. That he wasn't in pain anymore, and he was just waiting for her to return.

The closer she came to the now dwindling party, the more people with confused and worried expressions she sprinted passed. She could see the opening to the grand room in which her wedding was held just hours ago, and determinedly made her way in that direction, hoping that either Luke or Leia had decided to stay and mingle at the party. Just when she was nearing the entrance, a pair of strong arms grabbed her around the waste, successfully stopping her yet slightly knocking her off her balance. Turning quickly, exasperated by the sudden stop, she looked into a pair of dark eyes and her face flooded with relief.

"Finn! Have you seen Luke or Leia?" she huffed out, eyes pleading for a quick answer.

"Woah, is everything okay? Why are you out of breath?" Finn questioned, oblivious to the imperative nature of her circumstance.

"Finn, I'll explain everything later. Just please, have you seen them?" Rey urgently pleaded.

"I think I saw Luke with Chewy and BB-8 in there," he paused and pointed towards the small crowd in the nearby room. "As for Leia, she might have retired to bed early."

Rey gave him a quick nod and continued on her way into the group of people, immediately spotting Chewbacca's large stature. She pushed her way through the masses, ignoring the comments of Congratulations and Where's Kylo?

"Luke!" She yelled, desperate for a response. That's when she spotted him, a drink in his hand, dancing with an older woman as a small group of others clapped and hollered. Making her way towards him, she grabbed him by the arm and pulled him to the side as he gave the woman an apologetic face.

"Rey! I figured you would be long gone by now! In your room that is," Luke stuttered out. Rey could tell that what he was drinking was definitely strong, but she could still see in his eyes that he was still aware of his actions and capable of carrying on a decent conversation with her.

"Luke, please. Kylo, he needs your help. Snoke was trying to get into his mind again, and he's in so much pain. Please come with me!" Rey spoke, tears slipping out of her eyes as the extent and danger of the situation finally settled in. Luke's face went from cheerful to solemn during her pleads and he immediately responded by taking her arm and leading her away from the crowd at an alarmingly fast rate.

As the pair traveled through the hallways leading back to Rey's room he spoke, "Rey, I know that you have just found out about your unborn child, but I believe that this may be our only chance to win this war once and for all. I need you to be strong, and remember that you aren't just fighting for your own life. You are fighting for your family."

"Of course, Luke. But what if the plan doesn't work! What if my powers aren't strong enough to-"

As the two turned the corner and entered the bedroom, Kylo was still curled up into a ball, but Leia sat beside him and stroked his hair as she whispered comforting words into his ear. Luke and Rey froze, initially stunned by the amount of affection radiating from each of them. Rey noticed Kylo clutching to his mother's hand and softly smiled, before reality sunk in once again.

"Leia! How did you know he was in here?" She asked the older woman as she too crouched down to the floor and took Kylo's other hand. His head lifted up slightly and made eye contact with Rey, his eyes filled with worry, fear, and uncertainty. Rey offered him a soft smile and leaned forward to press a kiss to his cheek as her thumb softly stroked the top of his hand.

Leia moved away from her son and went to stand by Luke, giving him a look filled with doubt. "Rey, I may not be as strong with the force as my brother, but I can still sense when someone is in trouble," she spoke and gestured towards Kylo.

Silence filled the room as the four of them considered and turned over in their heads what would happen next. They each knew someone had to speak up, initiate the plan, yet the silence dragged on for no one wanted to end the contentment and satisfying presence in the room. Finally Luke cleared his throat, knocking the other three out of their trance-like state.

"So, we have a ship ready for you both to take to Snoke. Ben, I understand that it might be difficult, but we need you to contact Snoke and inform him that Rey has been seduced and you are ready to take her to him. Unfortunately, we cannot risk the chance of sending any Resistance members with you. You two will have to do this alone. Once inside his base, Ben you must treat Rey like a prisoner. Tell Snoke that once she fully succumbed to you, you cuffed her and placed her on the nearest available ship. Rey, you too must play the part. You must pretend to feel betrayed and heartbroken, or else Snoke may catch on. Now come, we must do this quickly. Rey, Leia and I will take you to the ship, as Ben contacts Snoke. Come," Luke ordered, his confidence not easily detected.

Rey swiveled herself so that she was perched directly in front of Kylo, and she placed her hands on the sides of his face. "I love you," she spoke, and pressed a quick kiss to his lips before turning and joining Luke and Leia. She gave him one last look and a small smile before turning the corner.

Everything for their journey had been prepared, yet Rey, Luke and Leia still were not certain of how long the trip will take. Kylo was still absent, and the three were becoming anxious as the time ticked on.

"He's okay, right?" Leia asked her brother, concern etched on her face.

"He-" Luke began but cut himself off as Kylo strode into the room in his intimidating black robes that Rey knew all too well. He held an air of confidence and superiority that he channeled from his past before Rey entered his life, but she could easily see through the facade and approached him.

"Did everything go well?" she asked him, wrapping her arms around his waist and breathing in his scent.

He buried his face in her hair as he pulled her to his chest. "Everything is going as planned. Snoke is convinced that I am leaving the Resistance with Rey as my prisoner. He told me of his location, so we better get going before he becomes suspicious of my absence." Rey nodded and untangled herself from him, turning to face Leia.

"I-" she began but was cut off by the woman's bone crushing hug. The two could hear Luke and Kylo speaking softly in the background, but were too involved with their own emotions to intervene. Leia pulled away and looked into Rey's eyes as she whispered, "You and my son are perfect for each other, and I know you will come back. You are my daughter, Rey." The only words that Rey could muster without the threatening tears spilling from her eyes were a quick "thank you" as she switched places with Kylo to speak to Luke.

Kylo wrapped his mother in a tight embrace, whispering promises of his return into her ear. She pulled back and placed her hands on both of his shoulders as she determinedly spoke, "Ben, your father would be so proud of you, as am I. I couldn't have asked for a better son. Now, you come home to me, you understand?"

Kylo gave a small smile and nodded profusely. "Don't worry," he glanced at Rey and gave her a wink. "We'll be back in no time."

Luke and Rey watched this interaction with smiles on their faces before turning towards each other. "Be careful Rey. Just remember what I told you," he gave a subtle gesture towards her stomach. Rey nodded and yanked him in for a hug. She slowly pulled away and stood by Kylo's side, wrapping her hand around his. They made their way into the ship and turned around to give the siblings one more nod before closing the doors. Rey took a deep breath before following Kylo into the cockpit. Kylo entered the location and within minutes, they were ready for takeoff.

Just as they lifted off of the ground, Rey spoke, "Oh no. I forgot to tell Chewy goodbye."

Kylo gave her a soft chuckle. "Don't worry, you'll be able to apologize within two days time." Rey was uncertain where Kylo channeled this confidence from, but it was rubbing off on her. She could do it. They could do it. She will fight for the galaxy, the Resistance, Kylo, and her baby.

The journey was much shorter than Rey had anticipated, totaling a short seven hours or so. Kylo and Rey passed the time by talking, about their memories of the past. It was all they could do to distract themselves from the inevitable. Sooner than Rey would have liked, the large ship came into focus: Supremacy, a Mega-class Star Dreadnought. Rey could feel Snoke's presence, leaving a very bitter and unwanted taste in her mouth. Their ship was pulled into the landing bay, and all Kylo and Rey could do was wait.

"Kylo, I-" Rey began but was abruptly stopped by Kylo's lips on hers. The kiss was quick, yet filled with all of the frustration and desire that couldn't be released. Rey gasped slightly, and Kylo used this to his advantage, slipping his tongue in her mouth. She was pressed up against the internal cold metal wall of the ship as his hands roamed over her.

Kylo pulled back from her and placed his hands on either side of her body, against the wall. He stared lovingly and deeply into her eyes and spoke, "I love you so much, Rey. If something happens in there, something goes wrong, I-"

Rey cut him off with a quick kiss. "What happened to the confident man back at the base? Everything is going to be okay. Together, we are stronger than him," she attempted to reassure him.

"Well, I must admit that you are quite strong. You have a way of breaking through even my toughest of walls," he attempted to joke, giving her a small smile. "Rey, you are my world. If our plans go awry and you have an opportunity to get to safety, I want you to leave me."

Rey knew that she would never allow herself to leave his side, but she decided to satisfy him and tell him what he wanted to hear. "Only if you promise to do the same," she told him. He gave her a quick nod and pulled out a pair of cuffs, turning her around slowly and running his hands down her arms. They both were not convinced, but there was no time to dwell on both of their doubtful answers. Kylo and Rey turned towards the doors and gave each other a meaningful look, both knowing what needed to be done. The doors opened, and they were met with a bright light, eyes focusing on all of the First Order members crowded around just begging to get a glance at the infamous Kylo Ren.

A group of stormtroopers approached the pair, all of their blasters aimed at Rey. With a silent movement with his hand Kylo gestured for the group to move out of his way, regaining the control and dominance he once held. Kylo remembered the base quite well, leading a handcuffed Rey through various twists and turns before they approached an elevator. The two waited in silence, in which Rey couldn't help but think about the inevitable that lied ahead of her. Snoke was closer than ever, and she could feel his repulsive presence quite strongly.

As the elevator doors opened, Rey felt her legs involuntarily step forwards into the small metal area. As the doors closed, she couldn't help but think of the possibility that these next few minutes within the elevator could be the last moments she will spend with Kylo alone. She didn't have much time to dwell on this, for Kylo spoke up.

"Before I forget, I'm going to need to hold on to your lightsaber," he quietly stated before turning his head towards her and allowing his eyes to locate the saber attached to her belt. He reached for it, unhooking the clasp from her belt and placing it on his own, opposite of his lightsaber. He gazed at Rey, words on the edge of his lips that would go unspoken due to the sudden halting of the elevator and the opening of the doors.

Rey took a deep breath and stepped forward, gazing around the room. She noticed the many guards placed conveniently around the room all dressed in red before her eyes fell upon the creature that she had been dreading to come in contact with. Kylo stopped walking and kneeled, but gestured for Rey to continue closer to Snoke. His power radiated off of him so strongly that Rey didn't think she could get much closer to him. She stopped and stared at his figure perched carefully on his throne. She was aware of Kylo's presence behind her to her left, and she didn't have much time to consider this predicament before her cuffs were snapped off and they fell to the floor with an audible thud.

"Come closer child," Snoke hissed as he continually pierced her form with his eyes. Rey glared at him, refusing to move. She remembered all of the emotions she was supposed to be feeling: fear, betrayal, heartbreak.

"So much strength," he spoke again, presenting Rey with a hauntingly devilish smile. "Darkness rises and light to meet it. I warned my young apprentice that as he grew stronger, his equal in the light will rise," he gestured toward Kylo. Rey refused to turn towards him, afraid that her facade would melt away. She felt something fly past her and into the grips of Snoke, in which she soon realized was her lightsaber. Great, now he has a weapon.

"Skywalker," he menacingly chuckled and twisted the saber around in his hand. "I assumed wrongly."

Rey couldn't help but stare at the many scars and deformed sections of Snoke's face, wondering the kind of horrors he has witnessed. "Closer, I said," he whispered.

Rey almost refused his orders again, but felt her feet being dragged across the floor as Snoke came nearer. He was pulling her to him, and the closer he came, the larger Rey thought he seemed. Digging the courage from deep within her, she spoke at last. "You underestimate Skywalker. And Ben Solo. And me. It will be your downfall," she threatened as her body moved even closer to him, floating in the air until they were eye to eye. She had to keep the game going. She had to pretend like she had been betrayed by Kylo, and he wasn't devising a plan in his head as they spoke.

Snoke looked up and stared intently at her. "Have you seen something? A witness in my apprentice? Is that why you came? He didn't force you, but you willingly came?" He laughed then, genuinely amused at Rey's intense stare. "Young fool. It was I who bridged your minds. I stoked Ren's conflicted soul. I knew he was not strong enough to hide it from you. And you, were not wise enough to resist the bait," he breathed out, a smile carved on his wicked face.

He reached out and forcefully placed his hand upon Rey's cheek. "And now, you will give me Skywalker. Then I will kill you."

"No," Rey attempted to say, yet it came out as a whisper.

"Yes," he whispered as he forced Rey back, leaving her suspended in mid-air. She let out a grunt as she struggled with the invisible bindings that seemed to be holding her in place.

"Give me everything," Snoke pressured. Kylo remained in his kneeling position on the floor, trying to hide the worry that he was feeling towards Rey. He knew how ruthless Snoke could be, especially when he wanted something. As he was pushing these concerns to the back of his mind, he heard a loud screech coming from Rey. She was still suspended in the air, and Snoke was attempting to push into her mind. Even though he was worried about the pain she was feeling, he felt a bit of pride for the woman he loves. She always puts up a good fight.

As Snoke kept pushing, he knew he needed to act soon. Just when he considered illuminating his lightsaber and plunging it through Snoke's scarred body, Rey fell to the ground. Snoke gave another menacing laugh, and Kylo knew that even though Rey put about a good fight, Snoke had gotten the piece of information he wanted. "I did not expect Skywalker to be so wise," he began as Rey struggled to recover on the ground. Kylo fought the urge to reach out for her. "We will give him and the Jedi Order the death he desires. After the Rebels are gone, we will go to his planet and obliterate the entire island."

This struck a nerve with Rey, for she thought of both Luke and the beautiful island that she trained on. She had a little pride in herself, for though Snoke gained this information, she had not divulged to him the fact that Luke had indeed left the island with her. At this moment, she decided to act. She stood from the ground, still shaken from the pain that she had felt when Snoke invaded her mind, and attempted to bring her lightsaber that Snoke had possession of to her. Instead of going to her hand, it flew past her and circled back, hitting her in the back of the head before returning to its original position beside Snoke. She let out a grunt of frustration.

"Such spunk," he praised her. "Look her now," he commanded as she was pulled forward again. She closed her eyes and tried to resist, but to no avail. When she opened her eyes, she expected to be staring into his repulsive eyes, yet was met with a window. She could see outside of the base, and she saw many ships. "The entire Resistance on those transports. Soon they will all be gone," he taunted. "For you, all is lost."

Just then, Rey turned around and used the force to summon Kylo's lightsaber on his belt to her hand. As soon as she ignited it, multiple members of the Red Guard did as well. Snoke put his hand up to stop their attacks as he spoke, "Oh. Still that fiery spit of hope. You have the spirit of a true Jedi."

Rey charged at him then, jumping in the air to attack. She swung Kylo's lightsaber above her head, ready to strike when she was pushed backwards. She fell to the ground, her grip releasing the lightsaber as it hurdled across the floor. It was no longer ignited, spinning at Kylo's knees.

"And because of that," Snoke whispered, "you must die." Rey was brought to her knees and turned to face Kylo. They both made brief eye contact, yet Kylo quickly moved his eyes to look over Rey's shoulder at Snoke. Rey's eyes were burning into him as she pleaded for him to make a move. "My worthy apprentice. Son of darkness. Heir apparent to Lord Vader. Where there was conflict I now sense resolve. Where there was weakness, strength. Complete your training and fulfill your destiny."

Kylo looked at Rey briefly before his eyes went to his lightsaber on the floor. He breathed in slowly, before reaching down and grasping it. Picking it up, he looked Rey directly in the eyes, focusing on her heavy breathing. "I know what I have to do," he quickly spoke as he turned his lightsaber over and over in his hands.

Snoke gave a slight chuckle. "You think you can turn him, pathetic child. I cannot be betrayed. I cannot be beaten. I see his mind, I see his every intent," he assuringly spoke as he closed his eyes and focused on what Kylo was projecting to him. "Yes. I see him turning the lightsaber to strike true," he stated. Kylo remained turning the lightsaber over in his hands in order to mask the fact that the true lightsaber he was turning was the one that was perched directly beside Snoke. Rey's lightsaber. "And now, foolish child, he ignites it and kills his true enemy," Snoke shouted.

Rey took a deep breath and watched Kylo intently. She heard the sizzling of a lightsaber igniting, but it was not the crimson red color that would have been in front of her. The sound came from behind her, and as soon as she heard it, she was released from the invisible grip that held her in the upright position and she fell to the floor. From this position, she looked up and saw her purple blade piercing through Snoke's abdomen. It didn't take long for the saber to push its way through the rest of his body and come flying towards the two. Rey reached her arm up and grabbed the saber, before standing up and turning towards Kylo. They shared a brief moment of pure silence as what they had hoped for came true.

"You did it," Rey gave him a small smile as she breathed in, allowing a small wave of relief rush over her.

"We're not done yet," he winked before igniting his lightsaber. The two turned back to back and faced the approaching members of the Red Guards. Rey barely had time to react when four of the guards approached her, all swinging their various weapons. She blocked every swing and blow with minor efforts, and she occasionally felt Kylo's back push against hers when he was pushed back by a blow from one of the guards he was facing. She saw one guard approaching to her left, and seeing her opportunity she lunged in his direction and plunged her lightsaber through his core. She could hear Kylo's grunt of approval, as he was too occupied to speak. She was aiming low and blocking high, cursing herself for not having trained recently.

Soon, Kylo and Rey separated and each faced pairs of guards. Kylo used his hand to hand combat skills fend off the guards, while Rey attempted to swing at them. One of the guards swung his weapon at her saber as it tangled around the blade. He pulled her towards him, and she briefly allowed herself to be reeled in before ducking down and driving her lightsaber through the guard's back. Just when he fell to the ground, another guard spotted her and waved his weapon, a staff this time. She smiled to herself because she was knowledgable about this weaponry. That was, until he broke the staff in two, waving both pieces around. This didn't stop Rey, for she let out a loud grunt and swung hard.

Kylo was facing four guards, blocking blows and swinging low. He managed to plunge his lightsaber through one of the guards' chest. This made the other guards step back, which gave Kylo time to look over to Rey. He saw her struggling with the guard that she was battling, but had no time to dwell for the remaining guards attacked once again. Attempting to swing at one of the guards' heads, he lost his lightsaber. Attempting to take the remaining guard's staff, he fought with him to gain control. The guard pushed him towards the ground and pulled him into a headlock, the glowing staff pushing into his neck.

Kylo couldn't move, and could only watch Rey fight off the remaining guard she was battling. This guard managed to get Rey into almost the same position as Kylo was in, but Rey was still hanging onto her lightsaber. She dropped it, moving out of the guard's grasp and catching the saber before it could fall to the ground. Catching the guard by surprise, she turned and swung hard at the guard's head effectively killing him. Turning around, she searched the room until her eyes fell on Kylo in the compromising position, with the guard's staff pushing into his neck.

"Kylo!" she yelled, gaining his attention. She threw her lightsaber in his direction. He caught it, igniting it quickly as it drove through the guard's head. He fell to the ground, releasing Kylo. Rey ran to him, kneeling before him and pulling him into a hug. "We did it, Kylo," she sighed before taking his face in her hands and pressing a strong and passionate kiss to his lips. He returned the kiss with the same enthusiasm, before pulling away abruptly. "We have to get out of here, quickly. Before anyone catches word of my treachery."

Rey nodded and they supported each other off of the ground. They joined hands, and quickly made their way out of the room and into the elevator. As soon as the doors shut, Rey turned towards him. "You have to stop the fleet. As far as everyone in the First Order knows, you are the new Supreme Leader."

"Of course," Kylo replied. "As soon as these doors open, you go left and make your way to hangar 7. There you will find a tie fighter, wait inside. I know they are single pilot ships, but there is room for two and it will be less suspicious. I'll go right and order off the fleet. I'll meet you in the hangar in ten minutes. Rey, look at me," he ordered. Rey turned towards him as he pulled her by the waist. "I love you so much, be careful," he expressed as he gently pressed his lips to hers as the doors opened and they pulled apart.

Rey made her way to the left, remembering the turns that they had made not a half hour before. She eventually made it to the hangar, hiding behind walls and ships as she made her way to the tie fighter located in the seventh area. She discreetly climbed in and took a deep breath. She could see everyone outside of the ship as she sat in the pilot seat unnoticed. Her leg bounced up and down as she began to count the minutes in her head. At the ninth minute, she began to get concerned. Her eyes scanned the busy hangar, not once catching sight of Kylo.

Suddenly, the door to the ship opened and she was met with Kylo's grinning face. "I did it," he said before climbing in. "Let's get out of here. I've informed the First Order that I will be taking this ship to fight off any remaining Resistance members. Oh, and you should probably let me fly this thing. I'm more experienced," Kylo began before Rey turned away from him and began preparing for take off.

"I don't think so," she challenged before starting the processes of taking off. Kylo chuckled, and strapped himself in as Rey piloted the ship away from the base and towards the Resistance.

They sat in silence for almost an hour before Kylo took a deep breath in and cheered, making both break out in laughter. "Have I mentioned how much I love you?" Kylo asked Rey as he pressed a kiss to her cheek.

"Only a few times," she replied. "But don't stop now."

*Author's Note*

I hope you all enjoyed this chapter! I analyzed the actual movie scene from The Last Jedi, so I don't own that dialogue, just everything in between! Thank you all for the support you've shown me. There should be one more chapter left before an epilogue. I will have a lot of time on my hands, so this story will be wrapped up pretty quickly. No more long waiting:)