The loving couple walked through the halls of Naboo's greatest
library. The young senator , and her husband Anakin Skywalker , were
enjoying their afternoon touring the sites of Naboo. It was just one month
after their secret wedding , and Anakin had not seen all the beautiful
places that Naboo had to offer.
" .. and over here's my favorite painting. It makes the waterfalls even more beautiful then they are, " said Padme.
" I agree m'lady , they're more beautiful than when I remember them from our picnic , " replied Anakin , remembering the times they had before they had married.
" M'lady ? Hehe , you don't have to call me that anymore .. " Padme said quietly.
" Oh ? " Grinned Anakin , rather slyly, in a childish manner.
They both laughed. Anakin was so glad they were together , now they would never be broken apart like before. Never ..
The young Jedi and senator walked slowly , watching the paintings on the wall as they brought clear pictures into their minds. As they walked through the beautiful halls of the museum / library , Padme noticed a rather dark figure , who seemed to be watching them.
The figure , who was indeed watching them , was tall and bold. She wore a hood over her long hair , and her black Jedi robes reached the floor. The presence of Padme reached her senses , and she glanced at her from afar.
" Padme ? " she thought to herself , " It can't be .. could it ? "
The young female Jedi began following Padme. Although she knew Padme saw her , she really wanted to know whether she was correct. Was it really Padme ?
The senator grasped Anakin's robe and said , " Ani , look over there. Do you sense anything about that person over there ? "
Anakin closed his eyes for a second , and replied , " Yea , I sense a figure strong in the force .. "
" Another Jedi ? " asked Padme curiously .
" Yes , another Jedi. A Jedi Knight in fact. Let's go greet her . "
" Her ? How do you - "
But it was a little too late , Anakin was already trotting toward the Jedi Knight.
" Master Jedi ? Hi , I'm Anakin Skywalker. A Jedi too. Actually , I'm a padawan but .. " said Anakin.
The fellow Jedi smiled as she took off her hood , " Anakin , Anakin Skywalker. I've heard a lot about you from Master Kenobi. "
" You know Master Obi - "
Anakin didn't have time to finish. Padme had recognized the Jedi Knight . " Cloud ?! Cloud - tee ?! My best friend , it's you ! "
The Jedi Knight , Cloud - tee , grinned widely. " Padme ! "
The two friends hugged tightly , melting all the sadness they had to go through when they went their own paths. Anakin , bewildered inside , continued to smile confusingly.
" Oh , it's been so long , Tee ! I missed you so much ! A Jedi , you ? I don't believe it ! " said Padme enthusiastically.
" Yup , I'm a Jedi . Jedi Knight ! I missed you too , Padme ! I've heard so much about you being the Queen , and senator .. It's all so confusing . We have so much catching up to do ! " replied Cloud - tee in the same manner .
" Excuse me Master Tee , and you , my wife , what's going on here ? You two know each other ? " Anakin asked.
" You're married ? But Jedi's aren't .. " trailed off the Jedi Knight. She shook the matter out of her head , she would save that conversation for later .
" Oh , Anakin . We were really good friends before I went into politics . We used to play with each other everyday ! I haven't seen her for 5 years , Ani . We had to go different ways , " answered Padme.
Wanting to learn more , Anakin asked , " How did you meet ? "
" Our mothers were the best of friends . We practically knew each other since the day we were born . We contacted each other 5 years ago , when Padme was still a Queen . It was a brief conversation , and as you can see , we didn't get much catching up done that day , " answered Jedi Cloud - Tee.
" Yes , I can really see that , " replied Skywalker with a big grin .
The black - robed Jedi thought about all the good times she and Padme had . The swimming , and lying on the sand . The " dress up as a Jedi " games , and everything they had ever done together was still floating in her head .
" By the way , Tee , what brings you back here to Naboo ? I thought you had an errand to do for Master Yoda , " asked the curious Padme .
" Oh , I'm all finished with that . I decided to come back to Naboo and visit my family . I don't get to see them as much , now that I'm a Jedi Knight . " said Cloud - Tee , gazing out the window to the sunny day outside .
" Hoho , just like Padme ! " laughed Anakin .
Padme nodded , and said , " Cloud , would you like to stay with us for awhile ? I'm sure Anakin wouldn't mind , and there's plenty of room over at our retreat . "
" Sure , Padme . Thank you , I've got tons to talk about ! " said Cloud , sensing Padme's excitement .
* * *
" .. and then we went into aggressive negotiations . Bounty Hunters are so stubborn . "
" Aggressive negotiations ? Not that again . Anakin uses that phrase all the time . "
They all laughed warmly , in front of the fireplace . Cloud sighed , it was just as she remembered . The mountains were amazing , the water was clear , and she was surrounded by good friends .
" I was so sorry I couldn't be there for my fellow Jedi in the Clone War . I was way out there , on a small planet named Goodoola . I had to take of some Jedi errands , " sighed Cloud - tee .
" Padme and I fought in the Clone War . And Count Dooku was the one who gave me this arm . If I could get some revenge on him .. " said Anakin clenching his fist .
Cloud sensed the anger Anakin had for Count Dooku . Both anger and fear were mixed up inside of him . This was a bad sign to Cloud , but she ignored the fact . It couldn't be that serious , could it ?
* * *
The next day , the three traveled to the valley Anakin and Padme had visited before they got married . It was a beautiful place , with the waterfalls and the cow - like Shaaks grazing on the side . It reminded Cloud of what Naboo really was . A beautiful place , where it seemed as it all your worries had vanished .
" This is really my favorite place in Naboo besides my home . It makes me feel so free , and I can easily tune my senses here . I remember Padme and I used to come here , although I don't think it was this beautiful then , " Cloud said .
" Yes , it is beautiful . I remember we used to come here with some other friends and gather flowers . We swam too of course , we couldn't resist the lake .. " replied Padme , gazing toward the lake .
Anakin , who was completely focusing on Padme's words , took a purple flower from the bed of grass , " Here Padme , for you . "
Padme , who was a little embarrassed at what her husband had just done , took the flower gently . She took in the wonderful smell , and smiled , " Thank you . "
A slight bewildered at the young padawan , Tee sensed the loved that flowed through the padawan and her best friend . How did this Jedi get away with the wedding ?
* * *
That night , Padme and Cloud sat together in her room . It was a slumber party to Padme , just like the ones she and her friend had so many years ago . Anakin had retired early , so they would be able to talk about anything they wanted .
" .. sometimes he can be a little overprotective and stubborn , but I truly love him . He has a way of letting me forget all of my problems , political or not , " said Padme .
Cloud - tee gave Padme a understanding look , " But Padme , you do understand that Jedi aren't allowed to love . He may be on the verge of getting kicked off the Jedi Order . "
" Yes , yea I know . But I don't think he cares . Before we got married , it was as if he put all the rules of the Jedi aside , " replied Padme .
" I can see you care a lot about him . How did you meet ? "
" It's hard to say . It was as if I met him once , but met him once more all over again , like he was a different person , " Padme paused and turned to gaze at the sky , " About ten years ago , when the Trade Federation were still at large , I was on my way to Corosaunt . Master Qui - Gon , Jar Jar , Obi - Wan and I were on that ship , along with my handmaidens and of course the crew . One of our ship's parts broke , so we landed on Tatooine to fix the problem . I believe we stopped at an old shack owned by Anakin's former owner , Watto . While Qui-Gon went to see the parts , I laid eyes on Ani for the first time , " Padme turned from the sky and looked at Cloud , " He asked me if I was an angel , Tee . It was the first thing he ever said to me . "
There was an awkward silence . Then , Padme spoke up again , " And then ten years passed since the war with the Trade Federation . Anakin was my Jedi protector from my assassins . We stayed here , on Naboo . And that was when I began to fall in love with him . It was obvious he felt something for me , he even told me . But I couldn't give in . He was a Jedi , and I was a senator , it just didn't fit . And it was right before we were about to be killed when I told him I loved him . The rest was history .. " Padme's eyes filled with tears , but she refused to let them go .
Concerned , Cloud asked , " What's wrong , Padme ? I know he's a Jedi , but he didn't do anything wrong to love you . "
" It's not that .. his mother . We went to Tatooine to find his mother . Anakin went to a Tusken camp to see to his mother . He killed all of them , Cloud . Every single one . He was so angry , " replied Padme .
" Anger ? Love ? Hate .. ? Padme , these aren't the ways of a Jedi . "
" I know .. "
" Padme , it's hard to believe , but I sense the dark side in Anakin , " Cloud - tee said quietly .
" Not the dark side Tee , he's - he's too good for that , " replied Padme .
" Padme , you must listen . Fear and hate lead to the dark side .. Anakin had experience both of them . I , I just don't know what to do .. "
" I know Tee , but I love him . You're my best friend , and I know you will do anything for me . I'll stop Anakin from any association of the dark side as much as I can , but you have to promise me something . That you won't confront him about the dark side .. "
Cloud looked up at the ceiling . Hesitantly , she answered , " Alright , Padme . As a Jedi , I know I should tell the Jedi Council . But as a true friend , I couldn't do such a thing . It would tear you apart , and I can sense your love for him , " Cloud looked at Padme with a serious look , " Padme , tomorrow I must go . I have much to tell the Jedi Council . Not about Anakin of course , but about the dark side . It's getting stronger , Padme . I fear the worst will happen to the Jedi . "
" I understand . I love you so much Tee , you're like a sister to me , " Padme smiled warmly .
" And so are you , Padme . See you in the morning , " answered Jedi Cloud .
* * *
The next day , Anakin and Padme stood outside their door to say farewell . Padme was a little teary , but Cloud did her best to cheer the senator up , " Padme , I will always be there .. through thick and through thin . I must go now , I told the Council to expect me . "
" Yes , Corosaunt is waiting . Tee , I will be there for you too . Come back to visit very soon , " replied Padme still quite teary .
" I will . Don't worry . And good - bye to you Jedi Skywalker . May the Force Be With You . "
And with that , Jedi Knight Cloud - Tee began walking the distance to her ship . This visit to Naboo would be one that she would never forget . Not ever .
Hey , you like ? If you do , or don't please please please go n submit a comment or sumthing ! O by the Way , the characters or settings used in this story that belong to Mr. Lucas are here for entertainment uses only . I did not intend to publish , or copyright this story , so please don't sue me for crying out loud ! ^_^ And don't go about and claim this as your work .. I spent a lot of my time to this story . Go ahead and let your friends read it , but NOOO copying .
SL3ePY C EE ( aka Cloud - Tee ) =p
I'm 13 .. just to let you know all teenagers aren't mindless freaks . Well , I am , just not here . LOL . n michelle branch ROCKS !!! Sorry to C3P0 and R2 for not letting them be part of this story .. =/ Keep up the GREAT work Mr . George Lucas !!!! I LOVE STAR WARS ! especially anakin =)
" .. and over here's my favorite painting. It makes the waterfalls even more beautiful then they are, " said Padme.
" I agree m'lady , they're more beautiful than when I remember them from our picnic , " replied Anakin , remembering the times they had before they had married.
" M'lady ? Hehe , you don't have to call me that anymore .. " Padme said quietly.
" Oh ? " Grinned Anakin , rather slyly, in a childish manner.
They both laughed. Anakin was so glad they were together , now they would never be broken apart like before. Never ..
The young Jedi and senator walked slowly , watching the paintings on the wall as they brought clear pictures into their minds. As they walked through the beautiful halls of the museum / library , Padme noticed a rather dark figure , who seemed to be watching them.
The figure , who was indeed watching them , was tall and bold. She wore a hood over her long hair , and her black Jedi robes reached the floor. The presence of Padme reached her senses , and she glanced at her from afar.
" Padme ? " she thought to herself , " It can't be .. could it ? "
The young female Jedi began following Padme. Although she knew Padme saw her , she really wanted to know whether she was correct. Was it really Padme ?
The senator grasped Anakin's robe and said , " Ani , look over there. Do you sense anything about that person over there ? "
Anakin closed his eyes for a second , and replied , " Yea , I sense a figure strong in the force .. "
" Another Jedi ? " asked Padme curiously .
" Yes , another Jedi. A Jedi Knight in fact. Let's go greet her . "
" Her ? How do you - "
But it was a little too late , Anakin was already trotting toward the Jedi Knight.
" Master Jedi ? Hi , I'm Anakin Skywalker. A Jedi too. Actually , I'm a padawan but .. " said Anakin.
The fellow Jedi smiled as she took off her hood , " Anakin , Anakin Skywalker. I've heard a lot about you from Master Kenobi. "
" You know Master Obi - "
Anakin didn't have time to finish. Padme had recognized the Jedi Knight . " Cloud ?! Cloud - tee ?! My best friend , it's you ! "
The Jedi Knight , Cloud - tee , grinned widely. " Padme ! "
The two friends hugged tightly , melting all the sadness they had to go through when they went their own paths. Anakin , bewildered inside , continued to smile confusingly.
" Oh , it's been so long , Tee ! I missed you so much ! A Jedi , you ? I don't believe it ! " said Padme enthusiastically.
" Yup , I'm a Jedi . Jedi Knight ! I missed you too , Padme ! I've heard so much about you being the Queen , and senator .. It's all so confusing . We have so much catching up to do ! " replied Cloud - tee in the same manner .
" Excuse me Master Tee , and you , my wife , what's going on here ? You two know each other ? " Anakin asked.
" You're married ? But Jedi's aren't .. " trailed off the Jedi Knight. She shook the matter out of her head , she would save that conversation for later .
" Oh , Anakin . We were really good friends before I went into politics . We used to play with each other everyday ! I haven't seen her for 5 years , Ani . We had to go different ways , " answered Padme.
Wanting to learn more , Anakin asked , " How did you meet ? "
" Our mothers were the best of friends . We practically knew each other since the day we were born . We contacted each other 5 years ago , when Padme was still a Queen . It was a brief conversation , and as you can see , we didn't get much catching up done that day , " answered Jedi Cloud - Tee.
" Yes , I can really see that , " replied Skywalker with a big grin .
The black - robed Jedi thought about all the good times she and Padme had . The swimming , and lying on the sand . The " dress up as a Jedi " games , and everything they had ever done together was still floating in her head .
" By the way , Tee , what brings you back here to Naboo ? I thought you had an errand to do for Master Yoda , " asked the curious Padme .
" Oh , I'm all finished with that . I decided to come back to Naboo and visit my family . I don't get to see them as much , now that I'm a Jedi Knight . " said Cloud - Tee , gazing out the window to the sunny day outside .
" Hoho , just like Padme ! " laughed Anakin .
Padme nodded , and said , " Cloud , would you like to stay with us for awhile ? I'm sure Anakin wouldn't mind , and there's plenty of room over at our retreat . "
" Sure , Padme . Thank you , I've got tons to talk about ! " said Cloud , sensing Padme's excitement .
* * *
" .. and then we went into aggressive negotiations . Bounty Hunters are so stubborn . "
" Aggressive negotiations ? Not that again . Anakin uses that phrase all the time . "
They all laughed warmly , in front of the fireplace . Cloud sighed , it was just as she remembered . The mountains were amazing , the water was clear , and she was surrounded by good friends .
" I was so sorry I couldn't be there for my fellow Jedi in the Clone War . I was way out there , on a small planet named Goodoola . I had to take of some Jedi errands , " sighed Cloud - tee .
" Padme and I fought in the Clone War . And Count Dooku was the one who gave me this arm . If I could get some revenge on him .. " said Anakin clenching his fist .
Cloud sensed the anger Anakin had for Count Dooku . Both anger and fear were mixed up inside of him . This was a bad sign to Cloud , but she ignored the fact . It couldn't be that serious , could it ?
* * *
The next day , the three traveled to the valley Anakin and Padme had visited before they got married . It was a beautiful place , with the waterfalls and the cow - like Shaaks grazing on the side . It reminded Cloud of what Naboo really was . A beautiful place , where it seemed as it all your worries had vanished .
" This is really my favorite place in Naboo besides my home . It makes me feel so free , and I can easily tune my senses here . I remember Padme and I used to come here , although I don't think it was this beautiful then , " Cloud said .
" Yes , it is beautiful . I remember we used to come here with some other friends and gather flowers . We swam too of course , we couldn't resist the lake .. " replied Padme , gazing toward the lake .
Anakin , who was completely focusing on Padme's words , took a purple flower from the bed of grass , " Here Padme , for you . "
Padme , who was a little embarrassed at what her husband had just done , took the flower gently . She took in the wonderful smell , and smiled , " Thank you . "
A slight bewildered at the young padawan , Tee sensed the loved that flowed through the padawan and her best friend . How did this Jedi get away with the wedding ?
* * *
That night , Padme and Cloud sat together in her room . It was a slumber party to Padme , just like the ones she and her friend had so many years ago . Anakin had retired early , so they would be able to talk about anything they wanted .
" .. sometimes he can be a little overprotective and stubborn , but I truly love him . He has a way of letting me forget all of my problems , political or not , " said Padme .
Cloud - tee gave Padme a understanding look , " But Padme , you do understand that Jedi aren't allowed to love . He may be on the verge of getting kicked off the Jedi Order . "
" Yes , yea I know . But I don't think he cares . Before we got married , it was as if he put all the rules of the Jedi aside , " replied Padme .
" I can see you care a lot about him . How did you meet ? "
" It's hard to say . It was as if I met him once , but met him once more all over again , like he was a different person , " Padme paused and turned to gaze at the sky , " About ten years ago , when the Trade Federation were still at large , I was on my way to Corosaunt . Master Qui - Gon , Jar Jar , Obi - Wan and I were on that ship , along with my handmaidens and of course the crew . One of our ship's parts broke , so we landed on Tatooine to fix the problem . I believe we stopped at an old shack owned by Anakin's former owner , Watto . While Qui-Gon went to see the parts , I laid eyes on Ani for the first time , " Padme turned from the sky and looked at Cloud , " He asked me if I was an angel , Tee . It was the first thing he ever said to me . "
There was an awkward silence . Then , Padme spoke up again , " And then ten years passed since the war with the Trade Federation . Anakin was my Jedi protector from my assassins . We stayed here , on Naboo . And that was when I began to fall in love with him . It was obvious he felt something for me , he even told me . But I couldn't give in . He was a Jedi , and I was a senator , it just didn't fit . And it was right before we were about to be killed when I told him I loved him . The rest was history .. " Padme's eyes filled with tears , but she refused to let them go .
Concerned , Cloud asked , " What's wrong , Padme ? I know he's a Jedi , but he didn't do anything wrong to love you . "
" It's not that .. his mother . We went to Tatooine to find his mother . Anakin went to a Tusken camp to see to his mother . He killed all of them , Cloud . Every single one . He was so angry , " replied Padme .
" Anger ? Love ? Hate .. ? Padme , these aren't the ways of a Jedi . "
" I know .. "
" Padme , it's hard to believe , but I sense the dark side in Anakin , " Cloud - tee said quietly .
" Not the dark side Tee , he's - he's too good for that , " replied Padme .
" Padme , you must listen . Fear and hate lead to the dark side .. Anakin had experience both of them . I , I just don't know what to do .. "
" I know Tee , but I love him . You're my best friend , and I know you will do anything for me . I'll stop Anakin from any association of the dark side as much as I can , but you have to promise me something . That you won't confront him about the dark side .. "
Cloud looked up at the ceiling . Hesitantly , she answered , " Alright , Padme . As a Jedi , I know I should tell the Jedi Council . But as a true friend , I couldn't do such a thing . It would tear you apart , and I can sense your love for him , " Cloud looked at Padme with a serious look , " Padme , tomorrow I must go . I have much to tell the Jedi Council . Not about Anakin of course , but about the dark side . It's getting stronger , Padme . I fear the worst will happen to the Jedi . "
" I understand . I love you so much Tee , you're like a sister to me , " Padme smiled warmly .
" And so are you , Padme . See you in the morning , " answered Jedi Cloud .
* * *
The next day , Anakin and Padme stood outside their door to say farewell . Padme was a little teary , but Cloud did her best to cheer the senator up , " Padme , I will always be there .. through thick and through thin . I must go now , I told the Council to expect me . "
" Yes , Corosaunt is waiting . Tee , I will be there for you too . Come back to visit very soon , " replied Padme still quite teary .
" I will . Don't worry . And good - bye to you Jedi Skywalker . May the Force Be With You . "
And with that , Jedi Knight Cloud - Tee began walking the distance to her ship . This visit to Naboo would be one that she would never forget . Not ever .
Hey , you like ? If you do , or don't please please please go n submit a comment or sumthing ! O by the Way , the characters or settings used in this story that belong to Mr. Lucas are here for entertainment uses only . I did not intend to publish , or copyright this story , so please don't sue me for crying out loud ! ^_^ And don't go about and claim this as your work .. I spent a lot of my time to this story . Go ahead and let your friends read it , but NOOO copying .
SL3ePY C EE ( aka Cloud - Tee ) =p
I'm 13 .. just to let you know all teenagers aren't mindless freaks . Well , I am , just not here . LOL . n michelle branch ROCKS !!! Sorry to C3P0 and R2 for not letting them be part of this story .. =/ Keep up the GREAT work Mr . George Lucas !!!! I LOVE STAR WARS ! especially anakin =)