Chapter 7 – Going home and rising feelings

Ahsoka had, much to her relief, been allowed to leave the hospital about 20 minutes later. She and Lux were about to leave the room when one of the hospital staff told her that she had to leave the building in a wheelchair, hospital policy. "You've got be kidding right?" Ahsoka had asked the nurse in a very irritated voice. "I'm sorry miss, but it's a hospital regulation." Was the reply she got. After a few minutes of arguing Lux had been able to convince Ahsoka to just sit down in the chair and get it over with. Lux had to stop himself from laughing as Ahsoka was wheeled out of the hospital with a very irritated and annoyed look on her face.

As soon as they got outside she immediately got out of the wheelchair. Lux quickly moved up to her to support her with her leg, but it didn't seem to hinder her much. "I'm fine Lux, don't worry." She replied with a grin as they walked away from the hospital. Ahsoka had a slight limp in her walking, but she was doing fine otherwise. One of the officers had been kind enough to bring the speeder Ahsoka had 'borrowed' from Lux' house earlier to the hospital. Lux helped Ahsoka inside and then they went to a nearby restaurant.

Dinner had been quite amusing. Lux knew that Togruta were carnivores and that they liked to eat meat, but Ahsoka had surprised him. She had ordered the largest size of the largest steak the restaurant served. Both he and their waiter, and a few other guests in the establishment, looked in slight amazement as such a small girl ate such a large steak. Ahsoka saw their looks and replied in a slightly amused tone: "What? I didn't really get a chance to eat that much these pasts few days and it's been months since I had such a good meal!" A small round of laughter was heard as everyone went back to their own meals.

They both talked for a while, Ahsoka telling a couple of stories of her adventures as a Jedi and Lux told her about how Onderon had changed and several things that had happened in the Senate. She had told him about the journey she had taken with several younglings to build their own lightsabers. Lux felt a hint of anger and worry when she told him about Hondo kidnapping her and wanting to sell her to a few people with an 'interest' in female Jedi. The thought of her in the hands of pirates and whatnot made him very angry and upset. When she told him that she had gone head to head with Grievous again he interrupted her, "What do you mean 'again'? You fought Grievous before?" he asked somewhat worried. Ahsoka chuckled to herself a bit before she finished her story and then told him about the other mission on which she had dueled Grievous. She was able to sense his worry so she ended her story with some lighter remarks. They both laughed for a moment.

Lux then told her about his first weeks as an official Republic Senator. It had been very trying for him. Not many others were willing to trust him, being a former Separatist and all. But, thanks to some help from Padmé, he had been able to overcome the doubts. He now had plenty of connections with some of the 'better' Senators, thanks to Padmé introducing him. He quickly found out that the Republic Senate and the Separatist Parliament weren't really that different. There were several Senators who actually wanted the best for the galaxy and there are a few that just crave fame and wealth. Ahsoka was listening intently, but was became slightly upset when she heard about some Senator's daughter who had tried to make a move on Lux. He had kindly rejected her advances, but Lux wasn't really sure she got the message. "She'd better stay away from Lux, if she knows what's good for her…" Ahsoka thought to herself.

They both ordered desserts and continued talking for almost another hour. After that they left the restaurant and went back to Lux' house.

When they got there they both went into the living room and sat down on the cough. Ahsoka leaned lazily on Lux as he wrapped an arm around her shoulder. She smiled at him and he smiled back as they both sat comfortably, enjoying each other's presence. Lux was zapping through a few channels on the TV. The late-night news on Onderon was still filled with Ahsoka rescuing him, the King and his staff. Apparently the crooks had forgotten to kill one of the camera's because the news station was showing several images of Ahsoka dodging laser bolts and sending furniture fly into the thugs.

They sat there together for a little while, listening to a music channel. Ahsoka yawned loudly all of a sudden. Lux chuckled a bit, "Tired, Ahsoka?" he asked with a grin. "Just a bit, I only saved you and the king from a group of crooks." She replied sarcastically. "Do you want me to let you sleep in tomorrow or should I wake you up?" he asked her. Ahsoka thought it over for a moment. "eh… If I'm not up by 11am then please wake me up. I'd rather not sleep the whole day away." "Alright then." Lux replied as they both got up. He led her to the guest room she had stayed in before. The rest of her things were still by the side of the bed. "How did I end up in this bed yesterday anyway?" Ahsoka asked Lux who was getting a little red. "Uhm… Well, you pretty much fell asleep on top of me, so I carried you to one of the guest rooms." He answered. "Oh, I see. Uhm… Thanks." Ahsoka replied a little ashamed as she remembered passing out on him. "Anything for you Ahsoka" he told her with a smile. She smiled back and kissed him on the cheek. "See you tomorrow Lux." She said blushing a bit. "Sweet dreams Ahsoka." He replied as he began to walk out of the room. "Oh Lux, do you uh…" Ahsoka called out after him. "Yes?" he stopped and turned to her. "Well, I eh… haven't really got that much things with me. Do you maybe have some sort of night gown I could borrow?" She asked a bit embarrassed. "Uh, yes of course." Lux responded, a bit confused by her question, "You don't have pajamas or something with you?". Ahsoka sat down on the bed. "You know that Jedi don't really keep much personal possessions, and... I kinda left the Temple without packing the little things I did own." She gestured to her bags. "Master Unduli predicted that I was going to leave so she packed a number of my things. A change of clothes and some personal items I kept, like a few pictures and other things. But, I don't really have any more than that." She admitted. "I see. Well, don't worry. I have a night gown you can borrow. I'll be right back." Lux replied and left the room.

Ahsoka sat on the bed and thought a bit about recent events. Her life had turned completely upside down and she was an emotional mess. She was very grateful that Lux had been willing to help her. "Without him, where would I have been now? Hmm, best not to think about that…" she thought to herself. Sure, the first time they met had been awkward to say the least and the second time had not exactly been any better. They'd spend some time together during the battle for Onderon, but with all of the distractions nothing else really happened. Ahsoka kept wondering about her feelings for a moment. "Could Lux and I have a future together?" She thought hopefully. A smile spread across her face as Lux came back into the room.

"I found a nightgown which I think is your size." He said as he handed Ahsoka the nightgown. "Thank you Lux." She replied, looking at the robe for a moment. After that she got up and kissed him. Lux was a little surprised at first but kissed her back. "I mean it, Lux. Thank you, for everything. I'd be lost now had it not been for your help and support." Ahsoka said in a warm voice. Lux smiled at her, "My pleasure Ahsoka. Like I said, I'll be here for you, no matter what."

They said each other good night and Lux left the room. Ahsoka changed into the nightgown Lux had gotten her and went to bed. She laid in bed thinking about some of the things she could go and do, now that she didn't have to follow the Council or the Jedi Code anymore. There were so many places in the Galaxy she had already been to, but during her time on those places she rarely had time to admire the beauty there. She had also met so many people during her adventures. Several names went through her mind. Her mind lingered on a certain set of names. "Would I be able to find them?" Ahsoka quietly asked herself. She thought about it for a moment. For now, however, she was perfectly content with being with Lux.

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Lux walked the halls of his house. Ahsoka was the only thing on his mind. She was still very hurt, that was obvious to him. She was able to hide it very well, but somehow he sensed it. He remembered their first meeting. He had been taken aback when he first saw her. When his mother told him that her old friend Padmé was bringing a Jedi along he had expected some stern old man. Instead, a young girl his age came out of the transport. A very attractive young girl his age. Meeting her had really made him doubt whether or not all of the horrible stories about the Jedi were true or not.

When they 'met' again at the peace negotiations, he had dragged her into his revenge scheme and almost gotten her killed. He was still angry with himself for that. But, thankfully, everything worked out fine.

During the battle for Onderon he had spoken to her. But, as he realized later, he had also tried to ignore her. He had strong feelings for her, that was true. It just wouldn't have been able to work. She was a Jedi and Jedi were not allowed to form attachments. So, he had tried to push her away, not wanting to rob her of her life as a Jedi. She was an amazing Jedi, restoring peace and happiness wherever she went.

Now things were different. For some reason he still could not understand the Jedi Council had thought she was guilty for those horrible crimes and they had driven her away from the Order. She could return, but didn't want to. Now, she was just like any other girl. Well, except for the fact that she is trained as a Jedi, a powerful fighter, a strong diplomat, very kind, selfless and wise and incredibly beautiful. He stopped walking as he realized his train of thoughts. "I really hope she can't read my thoughts right now." He muttered embarrassed to himself, his face red. He continued towards his own bedroom. Things were different now. Ahsoka was starting a new life. He too, had started a new life not long ago when he became a Senator of the Republic. Perhaps he could help her start over. Maybe there was a way to stay together. "Could we possibly have a future together?" He thought. A feeling of hope was building inside of him as he reached his room and went to bed.

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A bit of a smaller chapter this time. I'm not really sure how I'm going to fill the next couple of days in the story yet.

I do have a few ideas:

Lux and Ahsoka pay a visit to a fair (like I said in an earlier chapter).

They can go to a lake or a swimming pool or something

Another thing I was thinking of is that they go shopping or something (seeing as Ahsoka doesn't have much with her. Personal note: I'm not a big fan of shopping so I might not work this out in much detail)

Let me know what you think. Other suggestions are also welcome.

I'm going to write one more chapter after this one. After that I will try and begin a new story, like this one, only then from Barriss point of view. This is the follow-up to my other story.

However, I have a couple of tests coming up in the next two weeks. So my time to write anything will be reduced. I am not sure when I can write the next chapter, so bear with me.

Until next time.