AN: Hey guys, hope your doing good! I'm actually updating during the day for once. :D I don't have much to say so let's get to it.

SaintsFan1- Their training did go pretty well and Rey definitely catches on quick. She just might finish her basic training sooner than expected, but that's up to Kylo. I'm glad that you liked her showing off, Hux definitely deserved what he got. She's starting to get a bit more mischievous so let's see how that turns out. Their feelings are definitely growing and moving in a positive direction, as shown by the kiss. Let's hope Poe keeps an eye on Finn during the mission, we don't need him messing things up between the two. Thanks again for reviewing!

C.Z.B.- Haha :D I'm glad that you liked the kiss that much. I couldn't stop smiling as I wrote it and I knew it was coming. I'm glad you liked the humor between them during training, it's a nice way for them to bond and they've gotten to the point where they can be themselves around each other. Yes, Hux got what he deserved, glad that you liked it. Finn just won't understand what Rey's going through, at least Poe somewhat does. Let's hope that he can keep Finn under control and not interfere, the force has it's ways for a reason. Thank you on the congrats, I never thought that I'd get that far. And don't worry, they're increasing everyday so I think people are starting to notice. Thanks again for reviewing!

Owl eyes1327- I'm glad that you liked the interaction between the two, they're definitely becoming closer. Yeah, I didn't want to make everything feel so rushed in this story. I want to take my time and really build their relationship before making them get all romantic and stuff. I'm happy that you liked how I took my time, I'm a stickler for detail. Yeah, what she did to Hux was pretty hilarious, he definitely deserved it. Well here's chapter twenty for you, and your welcome with the last chapter. Thanks again for reviewing!

Alright then let's continue on.

Chapter 20

Kylo decided that he would further teach her in combat the next day. As skilled as she was she needed the training. He could tell that she was still uncomfortable with her lightsaber, perhaps she needed a double bladed one. She was clearly used to wielding her staff, and besides owning one could bring her closer to her Sith routes.

Unfortunately, he needed to wait until Snoke believed that she earned it. He may be her teacher but he still took orders from Snoke regarding her training. He hadn't been summoned to him at all yesterday or today, perhaps he felt that she was improving nicely and didn't want to interrupt things.

Before he left his room he took Rey's, or he should say Luke's, lightsaber out from where he hid it and went to the training room. He couldn't stop thinking about what had happened yesterday. It made him feel different, to the point where he didn't know how to describe it.

Apparently Rey seemed accepting of it as shown by the kiss on his cheek. But he'd have to be careful about that. If anyone knew what was going on between them he'll never live it down, to Hux or Snoke.

He decided to leave his helmet behind, he didn't need it with her around. And he spent the majority of the day with her anyway so he didn't need to intimidate anybody. He entered the training room and was rather shocked at what he saw.

Rey was there, but she was dressed in the clothes that he ordered be stocked for her. They were similar to what she had been wearing, but they were completely black and resembled more of his clothes. "Decided to change your wardrobe I see."

She turned to face him. "Yeah. I didn't know what to do with the clothes that I brought. I wore them all already and they need to be cleaned."

"Why didn't you just say so. I could've ordered a droid to collect them and have them washed."

"Can you do that? Because they're basically in a pile in the closet."

"Yeah sure. You know what you're wearing looks good on you. You don't look too bad in black."

"Thanks. I had a feeling you'd say that considering that it resembles what you're wearing."

"Well I did have a design input." She smiled and rolled her eyes at him. "I think it's time we get started."

"What are we doing today?"

"I'm going to improve your combat skills."

"Did you bring my lightsaber?"

"Yes but I don't think that we'll get to use it today." She folded her arms and looked at him.

"Why not?"

"Because I want to work on hand to hand combat first. Just in case you ever find yourself in a situation without your lightsaber."

"Fine."

"Step on the mat." She did as she was told and waited for his instruction. "Alright, show me your stance." She took her fighting stance and he inspected it. "Not bad, but it's sloppy."

"What do you mean by sloppy?"

"Your unbalanced and with the right hit you'll be on the ground. Spread your legs apart and have your weight balanced on each foot."

"Like this?" She put her legs apart and tried to evenly distribute her weight. The way she was before had all of her weight in the front and none in the back. She had to adjust herself to make it even. When she was done she looked to him for approval.

"Good. Turn your hips sideways a little bit to make it sturdy." She did as she was told and her form was slowly improving. "Very good. Now let me see your fists." She put up her fists as he inspected them. "At least that's right, but don't keep it so loose. If you do it will make the punch hurt more for you."

She tightened her grip and he nodded in approval. "So is everything okay?"

"Your arms are too close together and your elbows aren't locked." She tried to adjust her arms but when she did it felt weird.

"Is this right?"

"Here let me help you." He walked over to her and put her arms in the correct position. He could feel her eyes on him and when he was done he looked into them. "There is that better?"

"Yeah." He became lost in her eyes before he had to snap himself back into reality. He went back to where he was standing before and gave out his next command.

"Now attack me."

"What?"

"Attack me. Don't be afraid." She hesitated but went to lunge at him. He quickly dodged before she could even land a blow. "You need to plant your feet. You need better footwork. Again."

She was determined to hit him and she tried again. This time she planted her feet before attacking. She almost hit him but he was too fast. "Better, but you can't take so long. Try again."

It went on like that for an hour. He kept pointing out what she was doing wrong, and whenever she tried to fix it she messed up something else. She couldn't even hit him once and it angered her. She was able to win fights on Jakku, why couldn't she do it here.

Kylo sensed that she was getting frustrated and decided to take a break. "Why don't you rest Rey. When you feel you're ready I'll have you work with the dummies."

"Alright." She grabbed her water and sat down on the bench. "I don't understand how I wasn't able to hit you once. I used to win so many fights back on Jakku." Kylo sat down next to her and looked at her.

"Well to be fair, the people on Jakku aren't exactly the best fighters."

"Hey!"

"Not you of course, you have skill there's no doubt about it."

She raised her eyebrows at him. "Uh huh."

"I'm just saying that you need more practice is all."

"I know. I just feel that I keep messing up to the point where it just won't work out." He put his arm around her and brought her closer.

"Oh come on Rey you need to give yourself more credit. That's why I'm having you work with the dummies, to perfect your form. You show great potential."

"Thanks." They sat like that in silence for a little bit before Rey got up. "I think I'm ready to continue."

"Alright. Go to that dummy over there." She did as she was told and waited for her next instructions. "Take your stance and attack, fists only."

"Okay." She attacked the dummy several times and he stopped her whenever she was doing something wrong.

"Your footwork is getting better. But you need to put more strength into your punches. Also try to shift your weight onto the opposite foot of the hand you're using to keep your balance." He watched as she tried to do what he said.

She was definitely improving, but it would take time. They worked on the dummy the rest of the time and took breaks when needed. At the end of the training session her punches were getting close to perfection. He'd expand on it tomorrow and start seeing how well her kicking was. With any luck they'd get some sparring in.

"You're doing well Rey. We'll continue tomorrow."

"Alright." They went to collect their belongings and started to go for the door. Rey stopped and turned to him. "Are you doing anything today?"

"Not much. Just overseeing how production of the weapon is going. That and seeing if we found what was left of the Resistance yet."

"Mind if I tag along, I want to see what it is you actually do around here."

"Yeah sure. I just need to get my helmet from my room."

"Why, you don't need it."

"Yeah but it makes me look more intimidating."

"I guess I can see that. I mean that face of yours isn't exactly scary."

"Yeah I picked up on that. Nobody really thinks of this when they think of me." He motioned to his face to make his point.

"I do." She went closer to him and gave him a quick kiss. He kissed back but he had to pull away before he forgot that he had a job to do. As they separated he stared into her eyes.

"What is this between us?"

"I don't know. But I kinda like it."

He smirked as he looked at her. "Can't argue with that. But we can't do any of that in public."

"Don't want to ruin your image of being a heartless monster?"

"Well yes, and I wouldn't say heartless. I care about you don't I?" She smiled up at him.

"True. But why else can't we do that in public?"

"Because I don't want to get in trouble. Snoke doesn't exactly like the idea of me getting attached to you. And Hux would never let me live it down."

"Fair enough. So that means no kissing, hugging, handholding, or anything playful in public."

"Pretty much. We might be able to get away with handholding if we hide it well enough."

"Okay then. Let's go shall we."

"Indeed we shall. You can leave your stuff in my room for the time being. And no looking where I keep your lightsaber."

"Damn it." They laughed as they left the training room and went for corridor twelve. When they arrived they didn't stay long. Kylo put his helmet back on and made Rey turn around so she couldn't see where he put her lightsaber. Rey had put her stuff on the couch and waited until he was ready.

"Alright let's go."

"Go where?"

"To the bridge."

"I thought you needed to check the production on the weapon?"

"I do, but that doesn't mean that we have to be on the planet." She rolled her eyes at his loophole and followed him to the bridge. The longer she spent on board the Finalizer the more she admired on how efficient everything was.

From staying with them for awhile it was hard to imagine them as the enemy. It functioned exactly like the Resistance did. There wasn't any trace of evil in sight. They were just normal people doing their jobs, nothing terrible about that. The only evil she saw was through Hux, Kylo when he wasn't around her, and through the orders of Snoke. Other than that there was nothing to make her feel any hatred towards them.

When they arrived at the bridge Hux noticed them come in and approached them. "Ah, is training done for the day already. And I see that you've brought her along as well." Rey didn't make a move to answer him, she wanted Kylo to answer.

"Indeed Hux. She became interested in what I do around here. She's showing interest in the Order's workings."

"Interesting. Tell me Rey, is this true?"

"For the most part. I see no purpose in leaving, I don't know where the rest of the Resistance is anyway. I might as well get to know how the First Order works and what Kylo actually does. Besides throwing tantrums of course." Kylo turned to her and growled. He knew she didn't mean it, but it was still annoying to hear.

"I'll pretend I didn't hear that."

"Uh huh." She gave a smirk towards his direction and she couldn't help but feel that he was doing the same. Hux observed them and decided to speak up.

"Well you're a snippy one aren't you. Anyway, I have the update on the production of the weapon." Kylo turned away from Rey and looked at him.

"Are there any that are operational?"

"Several actually. Snoke has ordered that we start attaching them to other star destroyers."

"Excellent. Has he given us any new targets?"

"For the most part no. Our orders are to remain here until he says otherwise."

"Understood. What about the Resistance, have we found them yet?"

"I'm glad you brought it up. Follow me." The two followed Hux to the holographic table and they watched as he pulled up a planet. "This is Florrum. One of our pilots upon entering the system spotted the Resistance's ships leaving the planet yesterday. Unfortunately they haven't returned. I assume that they have found an uncharted planet to stay at for the time being. But I doubt that it's far away, considering that some of those ships are damaged from the explosion."

"I see. Try and find them."

"I'm well aware of that Ren, but we don't know where they went."

"Then send out scouts. There has to be a system nearby Florrum for them to be able to stay hidden."

"Yes sir. Oh and I forgot to tell you, Snoke is asking for you and Rey."

"Very well. Come on Rey we can't keep him waiting." They left the bridge and started to walk towards Snoke's chamber. Rey was nervous, she didn't know what Snoke looked like. To be honest she didn't know much about him at all, and that only made her more nervous.

"Uh Kylo, Snoke isn't going to do anything to me is he?"

"No, he can't do anything to you if he isn't here."

"Wait, what?"

"He's not on the ship."

"Then why did Hux tell us to go see him?"

"Because we have a special holographic communications chamber so that we can talk to him."

"And it's only for him?"

"Yes. He's big on authority and impressions."

"I see. Should I be worried?"

"I don't think so. He probably just wants to know how you're doing with training. Besides he hasn't seen you yet and I think he wants to get a feel for what he's dealing with."

"Oh okay." They walked the rest of the way in silence, each step bringing Rey closer to the leader of the First Order. When they entered the chamber it was empty and Rey was confused. "Uh Kylo, I don't see anything."

"Just wait." Suddenly a very large image of the Supreme Leader appeared in front of them and Rey jumped back in shock. That was not what she thought that Snoke would look like. He looked old and there seemed to be something wrong with his skin.

Rey didn't even realize that she was shaking until Kylo put his hand on her shoulder to steady her. It wasn't long before the image spoke. "Kylo Ren, I assume that this is the girl I've heard so much about."

"Yes master, this is Rey Kenobi." He looked taken aback at the mention of her last name.

"She's a Kenobi, very interesting. It shows with her power in the force. There's great potential in her."

"That's not all master, she's half zabrak."

"Is this supposed to mean something?"

"Her father was related to Darth Maul."

"Hmmm, very interesting. Darth Maul was a skilled warrior and a strong Sith. He was a force to be reckoned with back when he was alive. Out of all my years I've never seen a force sensitive have a Jedi and Sith heritage."

"Yes master, it's very odd. She seems to have an equal amount of light and dark inside her to the point where she could go either way with the force or learn to harness both."

"Interesting. How is her training coming?"

"She's a fast learner, she was able to master levitation within a day. I'm currently working on her combat skills because they need improvement. When that's done I'll continue to show her the ways of the force. She's skilled enough in it that she can handle herself, but it needs to be expanded upon."

"I see. I sense that you want to ask me something, what is it?"

"With your permission master, I want Rey to construct her own lightsaber. She's uncomfortable with the one that she has and I believe that she needs a double bladed one. She's used to her staff and it will give her a better chance in a fight. But I'll do so until you see that she is fit for one."

"Very well. She'll do the same as we did with you, but will not make the crystal that she chooses bleed. She needs to decide what side of the force she wants to be on before she does that."

"Of course master."

"I want to hear her speak."

"Yes master. Go on Rey." She was still processing what was going on and didn't know what to say.

"Um okay. Uh, hello Supreme Leader Snoke. It's a privilege to finally meet you."

"Really, I thought you'd show more hatred towards me?"

"Well, I've learned to see things in a different light. Besides I don't know much about you to really give me an impression."

"I see. Tell me, how do you feel about the First Order now that you've had the liberty of staying with us."

"Well, honestly I don't see anything wrong with it. I mean it's pretty much like the Resistance. And after staying here, I've actually forgotten that this was my enemy. When I look around I don't see the evil First Order, I see people doing their jobs and just going about their day peacefully."

"Interesting. So you don't feel any hatred towards us?"

"Well I do, it's just that now I'm seeing it from a new perspective. A lot like what I did with Kylo."

"Tell me, how do you feel towards Kylo Ren?"

"Well, I trust him with my life. I don't see him as a monster anymore. If it weren't for him, I wouldn't have found out my heritage or survive the explosion. Honestly I can't see him not being in my life."

"That's good to hear. I'll summon the two of you when needed and I want updates on her training." Kylo was the one to respond.

"Yes master."

"And Rey, you will get your own lightsaber. I intend to see that through." Rey didn't know what to believe. She thought that he'd torture her or something, but he was allowing her to build her own lightsaber when the time was right. She would've done it with Luke, but because he stopped her training she was doubting that it would ever happen.

"Uh thank you Supreme Leader. I don't know what to say."

"There's nothing that you need to say. You two are dismissed." The image disappeared and she turned to Kylo.

"I can't believe that that's Supreme Leader Snoke. Why did he offer to have me build my own lightsaber?"

"Well technically I suggested it."

"I know that, but why isn't he being harsh with me? I heard from Leia that he was incredibly evil and that he was ruthless."

"Well she wasn't wrong. But he sees you as a potential ally and doesn't really want to scare you off."

"Uh okay. But I will get my own lightsaber right?"

"Yes, I intend on it. Building your own lightsaber is a big step for any force user. It's almost a right of passage, like when a padawan had it's braid removed to become a full fledged Jedi Knight. I want you to have that right of passage."

"Thanks. And I think you're right about that whole double blade thing. I miss my staff and that's definitely something I'm more comfortable with."

"I thought so. It's also kind of fitting for you. Darth Maul had a double bladed saber as well, and he was skilled with it."

"I'm not going to become like him because of it am I?"

"I doubt it. There were Jedi who had double bladed sabers as well. But this is a sign of you getting in touch to your family."

"Oh okay. So now what?"

"You still want to follow me around?"

"Why not, but you don't exactly do much around here."

"Yeah. Whenever I'm away from Snoke or am just stuck on a ship I don't have that much to do. But, that does give me more time to spend with you."

"Well in that case, let's hope that you aren't sent off on a mission."

"Yeah, but if I do you're coming with me."

"Oh am I now."

"I can't trust Hux alone with you, besides it's good for you to get some experience."

"Yeah I guess." She put his hand in hers and he didn't make a move. "Although it kind of sounds like you're being a little protective." He caressed her cheek with his free hand as he answered her.

"Of course I'm protective. I can't lose you again Rey, I need you."

"I'll never leave you Kylo. As I said to Snoke, I can't imagine my life without you in it." He brought her in for a hug and they remained that way for about a minute before they separated.

"Come on, we have work to do."

"We?"

"You're going to need to start pulling your weight around here." She rolled her eyes and smiled at him.

"Fine, let's go." The two left the chamber and went about the rest of their day.

Things were beginning to change for the two of them in more ways than one.

AN: So what did you guys think? Rey's starting to appreciate the Order more, perhaps she's starting to accept her Sith heritage.

Feel free to leave a review and let me know what you think.

I'll see you guys in the next chapter, later!