Though it had been only a week since his christening, and only a day since he had been placed into this infernal suit, Vader was surprised by how easily he could read his new master's aura.

Though he had been told that it was possible for a Sith to shield their presence in the force, and it would explain how the former Chancellor had managed to successfully fool even the most highest ranking members of the Jedi Order, the newly appointed Sith Lord thought that with his decreased connection to the force, he sould have had a difficult time of gauging his master's less shielded force signature. Despite the fact that it was harder to hide from a fellow dark side user.

But such was not the case now.

For despite his injuries, he could detect that his master was experiencing a mixed set of easily identifiable emotions.

Greed

Anger

Surprise

And to his astonishment, a feeling of contment that was oddly out of place for someone so steeped in the Dark Side of the Force.

Thankful that his mask prevented anyone from seeing his expressions, though he knew that his new master would be able to pick up on his emotions if he so desired, it was with only with a small amount of anxiousness that the newly built cyborg entered the makeshift throne room.

"What is thy bidding my Master"?

Smirking at the kneeling form of his new apprentice, knowing full well that such an act must be causing him agony thanks to the poor design of his mobile prison, Sidious allowed a moment to pass before gesturing at the former Jedi to rise.

"Rise Lord Vader. We have much to discuss you and I".

Doing his best to fight the pain that coursed through his body as he did as his master bid him, the newly appointed Sith Lord stood silently, or as silently as his new suit allowed him to do, as the Sith Master revealed the purpose of this sudden meeting.

"Due to the information of one of my agents, and the generous nature of the Dark Side of the Force, much has been revealed to me that will not only help us establish this Empire as the unchallengeable society I have foreseen, but will also allow the pair of us to wipe out the remaining taint of the Jedi and ensuring that the Sith will only grow in strength".

Thankful for the fact that his mask prevented anyone from seeing his facial expressions, though he doubted that he was proficient enough to conceal his disbelief with the aid of the force, Vader managed to keep his tone respectful as he expressed his curiosity.

"And what have you discovered Master? Have you managed to locate the hole in which Kenobi has chosen to hide himself in"?

Cackling at the understandable single mindedness of his apprentice, Sidious managed to keep his tone mournful as he chose to reveal only selected facts to the crippled Sith Lord.

"I have been able to see where he has previously been, but I'm afraid his current location still alludes me. But now is not the time to pursue your revenge for what has been done to you my apprentice. Your defeat at Mustafar revealed that your grasp of the Dark Side still needs to be developed, so I'm afraid you'll have to let Kenobi live for a little bit longer while you get used to your new...situation".

Gripping his prosthetic hands in anger at the reminder of what he had lost that day, Vader held his tongue as the Emperor revealed the true purpose of his visit.

"It has come to my attention that despite the conclusion of the Clone Wars, we will have much work to do in order to ensure peace reigns throughout the Empire. And these efforts will be resisted by a growing list of traitors who prefer the chaotic corrupt nature of the Republic rather than the increasing stability and secuiruty that I have brought to the galaxy".

Unsurprised to discover that their efforts to bring justice to the galaxy would be resisted, Vader did his best to keep his tone respectful as he inquired after the identity of these new threats.

"And who would dare to stand against us now"?

Narrowing his eyes at the presumptuous tone of the younger Sith, and silently cursing himself for not asking his new source of information to confirm the names of the future rebel leaders, Sidious decided to go with the most obvious choices instead of revealing his lack of knowledge.

"I believe your wife's friends are the likely candidates, with Senators Mon Mothma and Bail Organna being the ring leaders of this conspiracy. Though I'm afraid at this point in time we can't move openly against them my apprentice. Not when we have failed to consolidate our grip. But rest assured, their time will come".

Sensing his apprentice's anguish at being reminded of his wife, though in truth he was disgusted by Lord Vader's continued devotion to someone who would have rejected everything they had built together, Sidious allowed his voice to adopt a comforting tone to it as he decided to reveal part of the information he had been entrusted with.

"My apologies for bringing that up Lord Vader. But you should be happy to know that my agent's have discovered that their is a chance that the fruit of your love still exists somewhere in the universe".

Puzzled by his master's words, it was with a degree of hesitancy that the armored Sith Lord dared to give voice to his curiosity.

"What do you mean by that master? Pad...my wife is dead. Their is nothing that will change that".

Taking a moment to enjoy Vader's anguish before deciding to answer his question, it was with a yellow colored smile that the disfigured Sith Lord chose to reveal something that would hopefully cause his apprentice to pull himself out of his sickening self pity.

"You are correct in thinking that Lord Vader. However, my sources tell me that before she succumbed to her injuries, Padme managed to give birth to the child of Skywalker".

The only sound that could be heard after this piece of information was the cyborg's mechanical breathing as he processed what he had just learned.

His child lived. Somewhere out in the galaxy, the last piece of Padme still lived.

"Of course it is more than likely that the child is being hidden from our sight due to the efforts of the remaining Jedi, but I assure you my friend, the day will come when you are reunited with your offspring".

Any joy he felt at the knowledge of his child's survival was instantly crushed by the fact that he or she was in the hands of those dogmatic hypocrites. That a child of his would be raised by the same Jedi who betrayed him, and drove him to kill his wife was unthinkable.

"My master, I humbly seek your permission to begin searching for my child as soon as possible".

Waving his hand in acceptance, the newly appointed Emperor watched with satisfaction as his apprentice hurried out of his sight. Despite his earlier reservations, he believed he had made the right decision in informing Lord Vader about this sensitive piece of information. For their were only benefits for him, not matter how one looked at it.

Vader would become more attuned with the Dark Side as he allowed his hatred to drive his actions to seek out his newly revealed child. If his apprentice failed, then that would serve to increase his hatred, thus making him more powerful, while also ensuring that he did not train a replacement apprentice to take the place of his missing children.

If he allowed the children of Skywalker to be found, he would be able to exert more control over Vader as his children were trained to take their father's place. And if they could not be turned, he would be eliminating the only ones who could possess the power to overthrow him.

Yes, he was pleased with his decision. Enough to decide to grant that boy his rather mild request. And though he was still unsure if he should reveal his secret weapon to his temperamental apprentice, he would in the next few days introduce him to another of his more military minded subordinates. For while he still disbelieved that a moon sized weapon could be destroyed by a single fighter, though if the core reactor was sloppily designed it was possible that such a thing could happen, it wouldn't hurt to ask him about how else he would improve his weapon's efficeny.

But all that could wait til the morning. Let the boy enjoy his hedonistic evening. For he had learned that the most useful servants where those who had been rewarded for their services.

And their was no doubt that being rewarded with a night of passion with the females of the Twi'lek, Togrtua, and Zabrak species was more than adequate compensation for ensuring the continued growth of his Empire.

So for now, let him enjoy his indulgence of the flesh. For in the morning, he would have to convince the more skeptical members of his military of his usefulness.

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Apologies for the wait. Other stories took up my time. But pleased to see that people enjoy this story.

I think I did a good job with Vader's reaction, not to mention Sidious's scheming.

Next chapter...which I will try to get done as soon as I can...no promises though as to when that will be...will see the Introduction of Admiral Tarkin (Not quite sure if he's a Moff at this point) And the discussion on how to improve the Death Star, as well as other weapons.

I WILL be Including aspects of the New Movie into this story..(i.e. The Reactor bit) but since the OC only has knowledge of the Star Wars Universe before the release of Rouge One...he will not be providing information that was shown in that movie. HOWEVER...this doesn't mean that I will completely dismiss it from the story...cause afterall...The Empire can ask why their Death Stars were so easily destroyed.

Will also include elements of Star Wars Rebels/Clone Wars...but stating this right now...I MASSIVELY DISLIKE REBELS...ONLY Parts that I liked where/are Vader's scenes...somewhat iffy about Maul's reappearance, Grand Moff Tarkin, and Grand Admiral Thrawn. Thinking of having Lothal under harsher rule, Ezra, and Sabine killed off since he's a brat and she's a liberal traitor, Hera will be sold off to Jabba, and Kanan will meet his end somehow. The other 2 still up in the air about them.

Anyways...Reviews are Wanted...Flames are not.

AND LONG LIVE THE GALACTIC EMPIRE