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This is written in first person point of view of Meagan unless otherwise noted.

From Earth to Star Wars

Part One: Pre-TPM

Meagan travels from Earth to Star Wars and becomes friends with Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi

Chapter Six

The sound of a baby crying woke me quite early the next morning. I groaned as I stepped out of the bed of covers from the floor that I had constructed the night before. Every muscle ached, even the ones I didn't even realize existed.

"What's the matter Daphnia?" I asked, leaning over the drawer that had become a cradle. She continued to cry softy as I picked her up. After changing a diaper, she easily fell back asleep. I sighed with relief, grateful that she wasn't up for the day. It wasn't quite five in the morning yet.

"Is everything alright?" A deep voice from the hallway spoke softly.

At the sound, I turned and found Obi-Wan watching me with concern and my breath caught in my throat. He had a pair of sweat pants on, with his strong bare chest exposed and his Padawan braid hung over his shoulder, halfway down his chest. Even looking a little sleepy-eyed, he was a force to be reckoned with.

"I'm fine. Daphnia just needed a change." I somehow managed to find my voice and took my eyes off him.
He nodded and stepped into the room, glancing at the children. "They sleep through the night?"

I nodded. "Mostly."

"Good." He started to turn back to the hallway. "I'll let you get back to bed. I'm sure they will be up and running soon."

I couldn't help, but chuckle. "I hope so. They went through so much lately."

Obi-Wan nodded before he headed back. "But you were with them."

I nodded as I pulled up the covers of the other two sleeping children. I could feel Obi-Wan's eyes on me for a moment or two before he left. Sighing I crawled back into bed and the second my head hit the pillow, I was out cold again.

*******

The children began waking up not too early, but not too late either. I got them bathed and changed quietly, not wanting to wake the Jedi, especially since Obi-Wan had already been woken up earlier that morning. I was doing Corral's hair when Qui-Gon came through the doorway.

"I'm going down to get us some breakfast. Do the kids?" His voice trailed off and I knew he could raise teenagers, but was a little clueless when it came to toddlers.

"Why don't we go with you?" I asked him.

Qui-Gon didn't look quite sure about this, but Shad spoke up. "Can I just go? I know what they can eat."

The two of us looked at each other, then Qui-Gon spoke to the boy. "Let's go then."

"Put your shoes on first though." I put down the brush and leaned down to floor, picking up his shoes. I easily handed them to him and within minutes the two were out the door.

Corral glanced up at me tearfully, nearly as soon as her brother left her sight. "Is he coming back?"

I hugged her close. "Yes, they will be back soon. They just went to get us some food."

She seemed comforted by this, but I could tell she wanted to know where her father was. "Where's Daddy?"

I took a quick glance at Daphnia who was playing with something on the floor, oblivious to everything around her. "Sweetheart, I'm afraid you're not going to see your Daddy again."

"You mean he went away like Mommy?" She asked quietly.

I rocked her back and forth as she started to cry. "Yes, Corral, your Daddy is with your Mommy."

She grew quiet after that and I just held her, keeping an eye on the baby. At least Daphnia was too young to remember what happened just yesterday. However, I knew the journey was far from over for these young children.

It was only a few minutes later when Qui-Gon and Shad returned with breakfast. I still couldn't believe the food different species ate in this galaxy, but it actually tasted good and it must have been healthy because my weight really hadn't change and I wasn't sick.

Anyway, Corral and Shad did seem to perk up a bit after they ate. Through most of the day, we stayed in our room and went outside to play for a little bit in the palace gardens, under guard of course. Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, I assumed, were working on wrapping up the details of the mission.

It was later in the evening, after dinner that the two Jedi returned. Obi-Wan approached me. "Do the kids have what they need?"

I glanced down at them as they played a quiet game on the floor. "I'm not sure. They have clothes, but if we are leaving soon, I'll need their other things for the trip."

"Then why don't we go on over there and get what they need?"

"If you and Qui-Gon don't mind watching them, I can go by myself."

Obi-Wan gave me a look that said in any uncertain terms that would not happen any time soon.

I sighed. "I'll go tell Shad what we are doing and he can tell me what would be best to bring."

Obi-Wan nodded. "That sounds like a good idea."

Within a few minutes, Obi-Wan and I were heading back toward the village. It didn't take me too long to gather the few things that the kids needed and the few favorite toys that Shad had asked me to bring. Obi-Wan had located some travel bags and helped me pack.

"I take it we are leaving in the morning."

The Padawan nodded. "First thing. We have all the evidence we need and the three ringleaders on planet are in custody."

"What about the rest?"

"The Courts here will have a trial for them. They weren't involved in the selling on the black markets." He told me, along with several other details about the case as we began to head back to our rooms.

"Are those three coming back with us?"

Obi-Wan nodded. "Yes, but we have a transport that has a secured area for them. They won't come after the kids."

"Good." I felt much better about that as I glanced upward at the sky above us. The stars twinkled in the velvety heavens above. "The stars here are so bright."

Obi-Wan slowed down and glanced upward. "That they are. I should take you up to the observation deck in the Temple. Considering all the lights around us, the stars are wonderful."

I smiled, feeling a bit homesick. Seth and I spent hours outside our house, watching for falling stars. "I would like that."

We fell into a silence as we finished our walk back, both wondering what the next day would hold.

*******

The next day dawned, bright and early. We said our good byes, loaded the prisoners up and we were on our way back to the Temple.

While I stayed with the kids in the living quarters for most of the day, the two Jedi took turns keeping an eye on the three men. (They were very secure, but guarding them was just in case they tried anything funny.)

I had just put the children to bed and came out to join Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan who were sitting at the kitchen table, drinking their evening cup of coffee. (Several crewmembers also helped the Jedi keep an eye on things.)

They were deeply engrossed in a discussion as I poured myself a cup and then sat down. After several minutes, when the current conversation came to a stopping point, they turned to me.

"Children asleep?" Qui-Gon asked me.

I nodded. "Out cold. Hopefully Daphnia will sleep for a little while at least."

"They're good kids." Obi-Wan smiled. "Poor things, seeing all this at such a young age."

"What's going to happen to them since they're parents are gone?" I asked, my concern for the little ones foremost on my mind. Up until now, I hadn't had the courage or the time to ask.

Qui-Gon grew quiet for a minute before answering. "Well, they will testify in the Senate or at least at a hearing. Someone, either the Temple Crèche or someone from their Senate representation will provide for them. Eventually they will be placed in a home."

"I'll take care of them." I spoke up and at their questioning looks I continued. "I've worked with troubled or orphaned children before at home on Earth. Besides they trust me."

Obi-Wan smiled. "Sounds like a good idea."

Qui-Gon just nodded and the two continued to discuss what was going to happen once we turned back to the Temple. It was only a few minutes later Daphnia began to fuss. I waited for a second and then when she started to wail I got up and walked back to the room.

"It's okay, little one." I cradled her close as I sat down in the chair that was in the room.

"I think she might need this." Obi-Wan stepped into the room, handing me a bottle.

I smiled up at him, guiding the bottle to my little charge. "Thanks."

Obi-Wan and I watched her work on her bottle and then slowly drifted back to sleep. Even after she was asleep, I continued to rock her back and forth, humming an old lullaby.

I placed my cheek on her head, feeling the still soft and downy curls that were really starting to grow. I placed a gentle kiss on her head, nearly wanting one of my own. Sighing, I placed the baby back into the makeshift cradle and pulled up the blanket around her tiny frame. I rubbed her back soothingly as she slightly fussed.

I checked on the other two kids and found both of them sleeping peacefully. I gently tucked the covers around them and pushed back slight hairs. These children were so young, yet they saw so much, a lot like the ones on Earth. My heart went out to them.

Watching them sleep, I decided I would do everything in my power to protect and take care of these orphans. I guess, now stranded in an unknown world, I knew how they might have felt.

"Come on." Obi-Wan's hand was soft at my elbow. "They'll be fine."

I nodded and followed him out of the room.

*******

We arrived at the Temple the following afternoon. We disembarked from the ship onto a platform by the Temple and the Republic Government. The security forces picked up the prisoners and escorted them to a jail for the present time, before the trials were to begin. Kilmear, an aid to the Supreme Chancellor Vallurum, met Qui-Gon, Obi-Wan and I. He informed us that several Senators had been taken into custody and would be brought to trial. They needed the evidence and the testimony of the witness that would verify the information. Needless to say he was quite shocked when he looked at the children and realized they were it. However, these "bad guys" would still be put behind bars.

He also reported that several Jedi teams were working on finding the black markets and having some success in shutting down several routes and taking some of its workers into custody. Though, this part of the battle was going to take a while though to completely finish.

So, now that we were informed about that, Qui-Gon had asked about a trial date and Kilmear said they were still working on that.

"What about the kids?" Qui-Gon asked. "Who is supposed to care for them?"

"The Jedi Council was taking care of that detail and you are expected to report to them once you have arrived."

When we entered the Council room, all twelve members of the Council were there, along with Jema Deford (who I later knew worked with the Temple's version of child care services.) Qui-Gon made a quick report, which I didn't think was necessary, considering they already knew what was going on anyway. So, I stood behind both Jedi, with the children, trying to be patient, wondering what their fate would be.

It wasn't too long when Mace looked toward me. "Jema will take care of the children from here on out."

I frowned slightly, wondering if I could say something as Jema took Daphnia from me. She settled the young one against her as she started to cry. Corral began to cry as Shad clung desperately to me, in silent tears. They all knew the strange creatures before them wanted to separate them from me and they didn't like it.

The Masters looked annoyed at the tantrums except for Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan who were nearly smirking. I stepped forward and spoke above the noise.

"Masters, with all due respect, I am perfectly capable of taking care of the children. They are scared and alone. I know how that feels more than anyone else in this room."

"What skills do you have that allow you to take care of three orphaned children?" Mace asked, raising his voice.

I eyed him coolly. "On Earth, my specialty was helping orphaned and troubled children heal and to find them homes, either permanent or temporary. They know and trust me and would feel more comfortable in a strange place."

Masters Yoda and Mace glanced at each other as Jema handed me the toddler back. Daphnia immediately quieted down, snuggling close to me. Now that she was calm, the other two stood silently, but clingy at my sides.

Mace waved his hand, almost in dismissal, but an obvious please continue. "And all of you would stay where?"

I took a deep breath. Here was my chance. "It would be easier if the children and I stayed together in our own quarters, here at the Temple. At least until the children are settled permanently."

The Masters looked toward Qui-Gon to get his appraisal of the situation.

The Jedi Master put his hands on my shoulder in support. "Meagan was the one that took care of the children all this time. She's more than capable of taking care of them. As you can see she has a special touch with them."

The Masters all glanced at each other. Finally Mace spoke. "Very well, Meagan, but we will be keeping an eye on you."

We bowed slightly and left, recognizing the dismissal. A Council aid would see to the details.

"You did well in there." Qui-Gon complimented me.

"Thanks." I placed the baby on one hip, taking Corral's hand with my free one, while Shad just clung nearby. "I think while the Council arranges our room, we'll go get something to eat."

Qui-Gon nodded. "Sounds like a good idea. Meanwhile, Obi-Wan and I will go talk to Kilmear again and give him the evidence. Hopefully, we can get the hearing set up as quick as possible for the children's sake."

"Good." I said as Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon left the building and I, with the children, heading toward the cafeteria.

By the time we finished eating, the children were getting a bit scared about the whole thing. I knew the second I had a room, the two younger ones were going down for a much-needed nap.

After they all were done and cleaned up, I led them into the crèche. They had only a few items with them, so I needed to see about some sort of baby bed for Daphnia. Master Dema was extremely helpful in finding it and even set aside some toys for them, since we only brought very few with us.

I easily decided to have a naptime in Qui-Gon's room, since the Council aid just informed me that the room would be ready sometime later this afternoon. The two kids went down easily and Shad and I played quiet games for about two hours. Just as Daphnia and Corral woke up, my comlink blinked, and we soon heard the children and I could move in.

Since the children were awake, we immediately headed down a couple floors. I let the kids have the bedroom and set up the cradle in the corner of the living room where I would be sleeping. The room just had the basics, but it would more than due for now. The children had food, through either the cafeteria or Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan (I still haven't mastered cooking yet.), had clothes and a roof over their heads. That was what mattered.

After the aid left, I grinned to myself, I did it on my own.

*******

It wasn't until after dinner that night that Qui-Gon informed me that the hearing would take place in several days and until then we were free to roam around the Temple, but shouldn't leave it without either him or Obi-Wan. I easily assured them as different as this place and situation was for the children that wouldn't be a problem.

So, for the next couple days, while the Jedi continued working on the case, I focused my care on the children. The older two were clearly beginning to get homesick and grieving for their father. We talked about making sure that they would be placed in a family on their home planet and not somewhere else. Jema said that it shouldn't be a problem in allowing them to go home. Now that made me and Shad feel much better.

Time did seem to pass by fast, and the trial had been set. The Jedi came to get us and we all headed into a small room, almost like a judge's chambers. There, Shad made his report on what happened. He did an exceptional job of telling Kilmear, who had been put over the case, along with others, exactly what he saw and heard.

Of course, that was one thing we had been working on was his speech. His testimony did verify the evidence, even if it came from a twelve-year-old boy. Since, this was done, the children were free to go and we headed out. We had a meeting with the Jedi Council the next day to decide the children's future.

However, I was prepared to defend them and say that for their well being they needed to be sent home. The surprise came when Mace Windu announced that a family had asked their government to contact the Jedi to ask for the children. They had known the children for years and wanted to adopt them. The two older ones were more than pleased and I was happy to see them smile again. The two parents were already on their way and working on the adoption process that would finish once they returned home.

Saying goodbye was extremely hard, since we had grown attached, but it was best for them. That was what mattered, not my feelings. However, after they parted, Obi-Wan squeezed my shoulders in sympathy. I was glad for his comforting presence, which was surprisingly soothing.

*******

The next day or so, I took it easy, almost to recover from the trip and the after events. It completely surprised me when Qui-Gon called me over my comlink to request my presence in the Council room with him and Obi-Wan. I instantly wondered what was going on, but really didn't stop to think about it as I made my way along with pathways to get there.

All twelve masters were present after the three of us entered the room. I could sense the tension from Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan, but also from the other Masters. This was no light issue that would be discussed in here this afternoon.

It didn't take too long for them to announce that my fate was going to be decided by the end of the day. Needless to say, I felt shocked, scared, or more like terrified, to say the least. It did make me feel better that the mastermind in defying the Council stood on my side.

"Why must her fate be decided today?" Qui-Gon asked casually. "I thought we decided to see if we couldn't discover why she was brought her to us."

"But you haven't as yet and nowhere close to discovering an answer." Windu answered and it seemed like most of the room agreed with him.

Qui-Gon bristled. "That doesn't mean the Force won't later reveal an answer to us. She was brought to us for a reason and my instinct tells me it was much more than her being with us to help the children."

"You are assuming she was brought her for a reason and we've given you enough time for that. So, it's our decision that she, not being a Jedi, does not belong here with us, and should leave the Temple, immediately."

The room fell silent, the tension mounting. I could feel tears in my eyes as the shock waves hit me. I've never been so scared before in my life and I couldn't help, but wonder where and what and how I would survive on my own, in a world, I knew little about. Suddenly, I wanted to go home.

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AN: Dun Dun Dun! (Shut up Eric!) dun dun. (I always thought that was funny. That's from one of the Halloween episodes of Boy Meets World. Sorry if you never watched the show and don't know where that came from.) Will Meagan have to leave the Jedi Temple or will she be allowed to stay w/ the Jedi? Please stay tuned for Chapter 7 when the Council will decide her fate. Hopefully it will be posted in a week or so.

Meagan and I also need to answer some of the questions that have been asked in the reviews and we are sorry that we have not done this yet. Number one: will Meagan's presence completely change the Star Wars universe? She does change some little things, but as you will see, the major plot line is the same. Number two: will something major happen between Obi-Wan and Meagan? Well, that will be answered as the story reveals itself. However, if you have an opinion on Obi-Wan and Meagan's relationship, we will like to hear your input. So, please let us know (you can just post it as a review or e-mail us.)

Anywho, one more thing, I have to comment on something that Meagan did when she posted the last chapter. Default Chapter, Chapter 1, Chapter 2, Chapter 3, Chapter 4, Chapter five. LOL. I got a kick out of that when I checked to make sure that she posted the story. I teased her about it too (of course that's my job as a younger sister). My sister cracks my up sometimes. Thanks again for reading our story and your comments.