Vader's second chance

A Star wars story

Chapter 4

Disclaimer: Disney owns everything except my plot.

Hello. Welcome to chapter 4 of the story. I hope you've been enjoying the story so far. Also, I wish to clarify something. In AOTC it is stated that the attempt on Padme's life we see at the start is the first one. Here however, it is the second one. Now, this chapter will focus on Aayla and Vader, especially her reaction to the news that he uses the Dark Side. We still have a bit of ground to cover before the battle of Geonosis, so be aware that a small time skip will occur soon. I'm talking, two weeks small. Anyways, enjoy the chapter!

Tatooine, Vader's home, Aayla's point of view:

When I woke up I discovered that I was lying on a bed. I tried remembering where I was and partly succeeded. Bits and pieces of memories came back to me. I had been carried by someone, then I was moving quickly, I had probably been placed on a speeder and then I remembered the mask of that…thing. The…whatever it was that killed Jabba's guards. Suddenly mechanical breathing filled the room. It sounded more like a broken refrigerator than breathing to be honest and I saw an armored figure enter the room.

Vader-I see you are awake.

Aayla-Who…what are you?

Vader-I'm a person, thank you very much, and my name is Darth Vader.

Aayla-You, you are a Sith?

Vader-Something like that.

Aayla-You were the one in the palace weren't you?

Vader-Yes I was.

Aayla-Why did you rescue me?

Vader-Because you were injured. Jedi or not, you don't deserve to die like that.

Aayla-I'm not a Jedi.

Vader-Are you seriously trying to lie to me?

Aayla-No…Okay, yes.

Vader-Why?

Aayla-Because you are a Sith Lord and I don't trust you.

Vader-Well, I may be a Sith, but I'm also the man that saved your life. And it's not like I don't know you are a Jedi.

Aayla-Why should I trust you?

Vader-Because if I wanted to hurt you, I would have done so already. You were dying before I treated you so all I had to do was leave you there. Also, do you really believe I'd do that?

Aayla-Considering you are a Sith Lord and I can sense the Dark Side all around you then yes, I do believe that you are plotting something. Sith never do anything without reason. And I don't think too highly of you at the moment.

Vader-Well, what do you think of me so far?

Aayla-I don't think there is any other Sith like you. I mean, you did something selfless, like a Jedi, yet you claimed the lives of so many during the battle in the palace.

Vader-It's not like I didn't have a reason to.

Aayla-Does saving me go against your code?

Vader-Not if it also benefits me. By killing Jabba I've created a big rift in the underworld, one that can be exploited later and by saving you I get to help someone in need.

Aayla-Someone you can use later on.

Vader-That is not my current intention, but it may change.

Aayla-I see. So I wasn't wrong.

Vader-I suggest you try and sleep. Your injuries aren't that serious after I patched you up, but I suggest you rest and let your body heal.

Aayla-I don't really have a choice, considering the only option is to go out there, while injured.

Vader-If you require anything, then simply tell me.

Aayla-You never answered me. Am I right or no?

Ignoring my question, he left the room. I may not like him but I feel like he wants to help me. Sensing that he was outside I decided I should take his advice and rest. It was clear I'd have to stay a little longer to fully heal. I found a comfortable position on the bed, one that didn't hurt as much as others, and lied there. Moments later, I found myself drifting away in a dreamless sleep.

Hours later, Coruscant's Upper Levels, Ahsoka's point of view:

I had been following Jango for a while now and it wasn't the easiest task. He truly was an expert at his job. If I wasn't using the force, I would have lost him a many times by now. I continued to slowly follow him and after some minutes, he stopped. He carefully positioned himself on a ledge and armed his jetpack with a missile. He leaned over and waited. At first I was curious, because I didn't understand why he would do such a thing, but then I looked around and saw where he was aiming. He was aiming directly for Padme's apartment. At that moment I was concerned. Anakin had told me the first attempt was a failure, just like the second, but I couldn't stop worrying. Unfortunately, all I could do was wait. While waiting, I contacted Anakin again, to let him know of my progress.

Anakin-Hey Snips, how goes the mission?

Ahsoka-Pretty well. I think he's waiting for her to get home.

Anakin-Be patient. Does he know you followed him?

Ahsoka-No, he doesn't. At least I don't think so.

Anakin-Alright. Well, I have a Jedi to take care of so I have to go.

Ahsoka-Jedi?

Anakin-I'll tell you later.

Ahsoka-You definitely will.

Anakin signed off and I waited a little longer. Eventually, I sensed Padme's presence nearby. Then, I saw a Nubian speeder going towards her apartment. I knew Jango was going to make his move now. I continued watching carefully and only moments later the missile was fired. I focused on its course and moved it slightly with the force. The missile hit the wall instead of Padme's window and no one got hurt during this attack. I decided to leave before Jango realized what had happened.

I hope you guys enjoyed this chapter. I should also clarify that in this story, the first failed attack by Jango Fett is why Padme leaves Coruscant in the first place and the reason Jango hired Zam Weasel. Additionally, there will be a small time skip here, that will include Aayla's full recovery and Padme's return to Coruscant, as well as the second and third attempt on her life (the ones we see in the movie). Also, don't forget to review my work before you leave. Until next time guys!