Title: Birth Of Tryanny
Author: ewan's girl
Chapter 17
It was quiet; an eerie silence filled the halls of the Jedi Temple. Darkness consumed the temple, which made Obi Wan Kenobi feel uncomfortable in the only place he's ever called home. Finding that the lights did not work, Obi Wan pulled a glow rod from his belt, and used it to light his way. The disturbance in the force was great; a feeling of fear entered his body. Through the darkness he searched for signs of life, and although he knew what had happened, he did not want to believe it. A war was fought here, a war that would be devastating to the Jedi.
He searched room by room, but found no trace of the others. When entering the dinning hall he came across a sight he wasn't prepared for. Children, young Jedi students; some were old enough to be padawans, but most weren't. Obi Wan knew the masters must have had their padawans protect the other children while they fought the invasion. But the masters must've failed, because here were their apprentices lying on the floor, light sabers in hand in a massive pool of blood. Obi Wan searched for signs of life, but found none. Finding the strength Obi Wan moved into the room. Behind a table he found an even worse sight than the fallen padawans. He found a group of small infants and toddlers with their chambermaid. Bending down to one of the boys Obi Wan's thoughts returned to Anakin's small children. He quickly turned away from the scene, because he was about to be ill.
He continued his search from room to room, finding the bodies of more of his fellow Jedi. He finally found his way to the council room. Hand on the door; Obi Wan prepared himself for the worse. Forcing the door open, he found himself standing in the most sacred room in the temple in shambles. One by one the bodies of the council members were found. Obi Wan used all of his training to control his emotions. Turning over another chair Obi Wan found the body of Luminara Unduli. Obi Wan lowered his head and a chill ran down his spine. Bowing his head, Obi Wan gave up hope for the Jedi. Suddenly he felt another presence in the room. Igniting his light saber Obi Wan moved another chair, when he saw the source of the other presence he quickly deactivated his weapon, and knelt down next to a small green creature. "Master Yoda!" Obi Wan said in almost a shout.
"Told them I did." Yoda said with a groan.
"What do you mean? You told them?" Obi Wan asked the weakened master.
"Grave danger I fear in his training."
Obi Wan was taken back by these words; he had heard these words many times in the last 13 years. "Master Yoda, you're delirious." Obi Wan stated as he tore a piece of his tunic and binded his master's wounds.
Obi Wan cradled the tiny Jedi Master in his arms. Yoda looked at the Jedi, he knew all of the students that were taught at the temple, but in his heart he always knew Obi Wan Kenobi was special; perhaps not the chosen one, but a chosen one with a special purpose.
"Control your anger you must." Yoda said looking his friend in the eye. "Lose you too, I must not."
Obi Wan pushed back his emotions. "I must search for more survivors." He said, putting Yoda in a chair.
"Bother not, for only survivors we are. Last of the Jedi." Master Yoda hung his head.
"No." Obi Wan protested, kneeling down in front of the great Jedi. "Surely some masters and padawans that are still on missions..."
Yoda shook his head. "Hunted they were, one by one. Others were called home, all but you."
Obi Wan turned away from Yoda, he felt sick to his stomach. "We can't be all that is left." He said under his breath.
"Mmmm, Skywalker." Yoda claimed, watching the other Jedi.
Obi Wan's eyes grew wide with realization. "The children, of course." He looked at Yoda. "Oh gods, the children. What will stop this enemy from finding the children?"
"Protect them we must."
Obi Wan's gaze drifted from Yoda, and his eyes grew wide.
"Obi Wan? What do you see?" Yoda asked his companion.
"I see Soldiers dressed in white, a man dressed in black, the hate, the evil. I see the temple, and fire." Obi Wan looked at Yoda. "They are coming back, they're going to burn down the temple."
Yoda hung his head. "Stop them we cannot."
"Master Yoda, the man in black, he is looking for me...who is he?" Obi Wan looked Yoda in the eyes.
"Vader." Yoda said in a low tone.
"Vader? Who is Vader? A sith lord?"
Yoda nodded. "Find Vader you will, protect the children first you must."
Obi Wan looked at the rubble that was once the temple. "Master Yoda, I must get you out of here. They don't know you survived."
Yoda agreed, and Obi Wan let him on his back. As they left the room, both Jedi masters looked at their fallen brethren and sisters. "Saddens me it does Obi Wan, but with the force now they are." With that they left the room.
Obi Wan helped Yoda into a small ship; he set coordinates for Yoda's home planet in the Degobah system. "Are you sure you're alright master?" Obi Wan asked, as Yoda slipped into the pilots seat.
"Yes Obi Wan. Many things to do you have." Yoda looked at Obi Wan, he took note how much this promising student had grown. He gripped Obi Wan's hand. "May the force be with you."
Obi Wan bowed, and he watched the only other surviving Jedi Council member leave the temple. Obi Wan suddenly knew that he wasn't alone. He felt the presence of evil. Knowing that it wasn't time for him to die yet, he found a way out without being noticed.
**
He has been awake now for a straight 72 hours, wearily he made his way back to the planet of Alderaan. He hid his exhaustion well, but anyone who knew Obi Wan before, back when he was only an apprentice knew he was exhausted...exhausted by life. He found his way to the nursery, where he found Padme asleep in a rocking chair, holding Luke who was asleep on her chest.
He watched for a moment; She had lost almost as much as he had, and now he must ask her to give up more. He hated himself for what he was about to do. He knelt down in front of her, and gently touch her hand. Her eyes fluttered open and she smiled at her friend, but her smile faded when she saw the look on his face. She put Luke in his bed and followed the Jedi into the hallway. Obi Wan related the story to her of the extermination of the Jedi.
"Oh Ben, Ben I'm so sorry." She exclaimed, hugging him.
"There's more." He brought himself to say.
"What is it?" She asked, concerned.
Obi Wan looked away. "I fear for the children."
"What? You mean Luke and Leia?" Padme gasped.
"Yes."
"No, they're just babies." She pleaded with him.
"Trust me, that doesn't matter." Obi Wan shuddered at the memory of the dead children.
"Can't you do something? Ben please." She begged him in tears.
"Yes there is, but it won't be easy for you." He answered, looking her in the eyes.
"What is it?"
"I took a midi clorian count on both of them." Obi Wan started.
"And?" Padme seemed to be getting impatient.
"Leia had enough to be considered a Jedi, but Luke..."
"What?"
"Luke has an incredibly high count, infact the only Jedi to have a higher count was his father." Obi Wan said, and hung his head.
"What does this mean." Padme was confused.
"It could be dangerous to keep them together...I think we should separate them." He said, sensing her pain.
"Separate them?" Tears filled in her eyes.
"I must take Luke far away from the hands of the Sith." He put a hand on her shoulder. "I'm so sorry Ami, but you must understand Luke is our last hope." He pulled her in for an embrace, she cried on his shoulder. After a moment Padme looked into Obi Wan's eyes. She then went back to the nursery, and picked up Luke. She held him tightly and tears streamed down her face. She kissed him on the forehead, and walked back to Obi Wan.
"Take him, it's best I don't know where he is." She said as she handed the tiny bundle to the Jedi. Obi Wan cradled the child in his arms, Luke smiled at him. Padme kissed Luke one more time. "I love you my son. I'm so sorry I couldn't give you a better universe."
"Padme.."
She then kissed Obi Wan on the cheek. "Protect him Obi Wan Kenobi."
"For all eternity, you have my word." They embraced; in his heart Obi Wan knew it would be the last time he would ever see her again, his heart ached at the thought as he held her tighter. With that they parted ways.
Obi Wan held the child tightly in his arms and took him off the planet, across the galaxy to a planet in the outer rim territory, a desolate planet called Tatooine.
**
In the Imperial Senate building on the planet of Courascant sat the new Emperor of the entire galaxy. His plan had worked, he was rid of the Jedi, soon the remaining pieces of the old Republic would follow. It made him smile to think about it, the same Republic that had been around for centuries that helped the Jedi destroy the Sith were now getting exactly what they deserved. Not concerned who knew he was infact the Sith lord Sidious, he openly wore his Sith cloak as he talked with leading officials in the government he was creating.
"Construction is well on the way my lord." Senator Tarkin, a young brash politician who had pledged himself to the Emperor stated with a smile. "I will admit it will be a daunting task to finish, but when it is, the galaxy will fear us."
"Excellent Senator Tarkin." The Emperor stated with a smile. "You have done well to please the Empire, unlike your colleagues in the Senate."
"Well my lord, I believe the old Republic is tired. I feel it was about time someone did something to update things." Tarkin said with a hint of pride in his voice. "I'm thankful that I have the opportunity to be of use."
"I am personally giving you full command of my battle station when it is complete. Governor Tarkin." The Emperor stated, and Tarkin looked surprised.
"I humbly accept, and I will see that battle station become the ultimate weapon in the galaxy." Tarkin contained his surprise.
Behind them the doors opened, and Darth Vader entered the room. He waited to be addressed by the Emperor, between two Crimson Royal guards.
"Ah my apprentice." The Emperor called out when he noticed Vader. "Governor Tarkin has just informed me that construction for the death star has commenced."
Governor Tarkin smiled, but the smile faded as Darth Vader just stared at him not saying a word. "You may leave now Governor, we are done here." The Emperor stated after a moment of silence.
"My lord, what of this rumor of a rebellion? If they were to discover the plans for the death star..." Tarkin began, as he rose to his feet.
"The rebellion you speak of will be handled by my apprentice, any problems you face, you will contact Lord Vader." The Emperor calmly stated.
"But what of the Jedi? If..." Tarkin argued.
"The Jedi are no more." Vader calmly, yet sternly stated. "Look out the window."
The three men then looked out the Emperor's incredible view of Courascant and saw the Jedi temple engrossed in flames. The Emperor smiled at this sight. Tarkin looked astonished. "In all the years of the Republic, no one has been able to destroy the Jedi." He claimed, never taking his eyes off the flames.
"Leave us Governor." The Emperor commanded, and Tarkin reluctantly left the room, escorted by a crimson guard.
"You have done well my young apprentice." The Emperor turned to Vader. "You surpass even my expectations."
"Thank you my master." Vader said humbly.
"With the Jedi out of the way, the rebellion will crumble easily." Sidious laughed to himself. "The dark side has finally won." He turned to Vader, and noticed his apprentice wasn't sharing in his enthusiasm. "What troubles you my apprentice?"
"My master, I have yet to find Kenobi." Vader explained.
"Kenobi. That name has been a thorn in my side for 13 years." Sidious hissed. "His usefulness in my game has ended." Sidious looked at Vader. "Do not worry my young apprentice, he is alone now. There is nothing he can do." Vader continued to not speak, and the Emperor knew what he wanted. "You feel unsatisfied with your revenge on the Jedi." Sidious stated, not questioned.
"Yes my lord." Vader answered.
"You want to find your former master." Sidious revealed, and Vader nodded. "In due time lord Vader, in due time."
**
Ben Kenobi flew his star fighter into the atmosphere of Tatooine. He landed near a familiar homestead, and exited the ship carrying his precious cargo. He was met by a blaster aimed at his chest by Owen Lars.
"Get off my land Jedi." Owen commanded. "You are not welcome here."
Beru exited the homestead, and looked fearful when she saw her husband with a blaster. "Owen!" She yelled.
"Beru, go back inside." Owen commanded, but Beru didn't listen.
"Owen, Beru I need your help." Ben calmly stated.
"I think we've done enough to help you Jedi." Owen continued to aim the blaster at Ben.
The aging Jedi held out the infant so the couple could see him. "He needs your help." Ben explained. "He is in grave danger if he is ever discovered by the Empire."
Beru put a hand over her mouth when she heard this. "Is this Padme and Anakin's child?" Ben nodded.
"I had no where else to turn, he needs to be with family." Ben explained. "Plus I figured you wouldn't mind, considering you can't have any of your own."
Beru hung her head when this was stated. "How did you know?" She asked.
Ben moved towards her. "Your thoughts dwell on it." He softly stated.
Owen moved between them again. "No. You won't drag us into whatever mess you've created. It's bad enough you Jedi took my brother away from my stepmother. You convinced him of a life of adventure, when he should've stayed here and not gotten involved in the galaxy's affairs." He pointed the blaster again. "You will not continue to destroy my family Kenobi."
Beru looked at Owen, then Ben then Luke. She then placed herself between Owen and Ben. She took the child out of Ben's arms. "What is his name?" She asked Ben.
"Luke." Ben Kenobi stated simply.
She kissed Luke on top of his head and began to walk towards the homestead.
"Beru?" Owen called after her. She didn't answer, but kept walking inside.
Ben pulled out a bag full of credits and handed it to Owen. "Here. From his mother. And anything else the child needs will be handled by his majesty of Alderaan."
Owen looked at the bag of money, and threw it to the ground. "Luke is part of this family, he will be raised as a farmer."
"Just remember Owen, when the time comes I will be back to train the boy." Ben explained.
"No." Owen commanded. "I will not let him follow you on some damn idealistic crusade and end up like his father did Obi Wan."
"Owen. Nothing happens by accident with the force. If he is meant to be trained, then he will be." Ben calmly stated.
Owen raised the blaster again. "Over my dead body."
Obi Wan lowered his head on nodded. "As you wish Owen." He looked the farmer in the eyes. "But I will watch over the boy, I do have a promise to keep." With that he headed back to his ship, leaving Luke in the hands of the Lars family.
Author: ewan's girl
Chapter 17
It was quiet; an eerie silence filled the halls of the Jedi Temple. Darkness consumed the temple, which made Obi Wan Kenobi feel uncomfortable in the only place he's ever called home. Finding that the lights did not work, Obi Wan pulled a glow rod from his belt, and used it to light his way. The disturbance in the force was great; a feeling of fear entered his body. Through the darkness he searched for signs of life, and although he knew what had happened, he did not want to believe it. A war was fought here, a war that would be devastating to the Jedi.
He searched room by room, but found no trace of the others. When entering the dinning hall he came across a sight he wasn't prepared for. Children, young Jedi students; some were old enough to be padawans, but most weren't. Obi Wan knew the masters must have had their padawans protect the other children while they fought the invasion. But the masters must've failed, because here were their apprentices lying on the floor, light sabers in hand in a massive pool of blood. Obi Wan searched for signs of life, but found none. Finding the strength Obi Wan moved into the room. Behind a table he found an even worse sight than the fallen padawans. He found a group of small infants and toddlers with their chambermaid. Bending down to one of the boys Obi Wan's thoughts returned to Anakin's small children. He quickly turned away from the scene, because he was about to be ill.
He continued his search from room to room, finding the bodies of more of his fellow Jedi. He finally found his way to the council room. Hand on the door; Obi Wan prepared himself for the worse. Forcing the door open, he found himself standing in the most sacred room in the temple in shambles. One by one the bodies of the council members were found. Obi Wan used all of his training to control his emotions. Turning over another chair Obi Wan found the body of Luminara Unduli. Obi Wan lowered his head and a chill ran down his spine. Bowing his head, Obi Wan gave up hope for the Jedi. Suddenly he felt another presence in the room. Igniting his light saber Obi Wan moved another chair, when he saw the source of the other presence he quickly deactivated his weapon, and knelt down next to a small green creature. "Master Yoda!" Obi Wan said in almost a shout.
"Told them I did." Yoda said with a groan.
"What do you mean? You told them?" Obi Wan asked the weakened master.
"Grave danger I fear in his training."
Obi Wan was taken back by these words; he had heard these words many times in the last 13 years. "Master Yoda, you're delirious." Obi Wan stated as he tore a piece of his tunic and binded his master's wounds.
Obi Wan cradled the tiny Jedi Master in his arms. Yoda looked at the Jedi, he knew all of the students that were taught at the temple, but in his heart he always knew Obi Wan Kenobi was special; perhaps not the chosen one, but a chosen one with a special purpose.
"Control your anger you must." Yoda said looking his friend in the eye. "Lose you too, I must not."
Obi Wan pushed back his emotions. "I must search for more survivors." He said, putting Yoda in a chair.
"Bother not, for only survivors we are. Last of the Jedi." Master Yoda hung his head.
"No." Obi Wan protested, kneeling down in front of the great Jedi. "Surely some masters and padawans that are still on missions..."
Yoda shook his head. "Hunted they were, one by one. Others were called home, all but you."
Obi Wan turned away from Yoda, he felt sick to his stomach. "We can't be all that is left." He said under his breath.
"Mmmm, Skywalker." Yoda claimed, watching the other Jedi.
Obi Wan's eyes grew wide with realization. "The children, of course." He looked at Yoda. "Oh gods, the children. What will stop this enemy from finding the children?"
"Protect them we must."
Obi Wan's gaze drifted from Yoda, and his eyes grew wide.
"Obi Wan? What do you see?" Yoda asked his companion.
"I see Soldiers dressed in white, a man dressed in black, the hate, the evil. I see the temple, and fire." Obi Wan looked at Yoda. "They are coming back, they're going to burn down the temple."
Yoda hung his head. "Stop them we cannot."
"Master Yoda, the man in black, he is looking for me...who is he?" Obi Wan looked Yoda in the eyes.
"Vader." Yoda said in a low tone.
"Vader? Who is Vader? A sith lord?"
Yoda nodded. "Find Vader you will, protect the children first you must."
Obi Wan looked at the rubble that was once the temple. "Master Yoda, I must get you out of here. They don't know you survived."
Yoda agreed, and Obi Wan let him on his back. As they left the room, both Jedi masters looked at their fallen brethren and sisters. "Saddens me it does Obi Wan, but with the force now they are." With that they left the room.
Obi Wan helped Yoda into a small ship; he set coordinates for Yoda's home planet in the Degobah system. "Are you sure you're alright master?" Obi Wan asked, as Yoda slipped into the pilots seat.
"Yes Obi Wan. Many things to do you have." Yoda looked at Obi Wan, he took note how much this promising student had grown. He gripped Obi Wan's hand. "May the force be with you."
Obi Wan bowed, and he watched the only other surviving Jedi Council member leave the temple. Obi Wan suddenly knew that he wasn't alone. He felt the presence of evil. Knowing that it wasn't time for him to die yet, he found a way out without being noticed.
**
He has been awake now for a straight 72 hours, wearily he made his way back to the planet of Alderaan. He hid his exhaustion well, but anyone who knew Obi Wan before, back when he was only an apprentice knew he was exhausted...exhausted by life. He found his way to the nursery, where he found Padme asleep in a rocking chair, holding Luke who was asleep on her chest.
He watched for a moment; She had lost almost as much as he had, and now he must ask her to give up more. He hated himself for what he was about to do. He knelt down in front of her, and gently touch her hand. Her eyes fluttered open and she smiled at her friend, but her smile faded when she saw the look on his face. She put Luke in his bed and followed the Jedi into the hallway. Obi Wan related the story to her of the extermination of the Jedi.
"Oh Ben, Ben I'm so sorry." She exclaimed, hugging him.
"There's more." He brought himself to say.
"What is it?" She asked, concerned.
Obi Wan looked away. "I fear for the children."
"What? You mean Luke and Leia?" Padme gasped.
"Yes."
"No, they're just babies." She pleaded with him.
"Trust me, that doesn't matter." Obi Wan shuddered at the memory of the dead children.
"Can't you do something? Ben please." She begged him in tears.
"Yes there is, but it won't be easy for you." He answered, looking her in the eyes.
"What is it?"
"I took a midi clorian count on both of them." Obi Wan started.
"And?" Padme seemed to be getting impatient.
"Leia had enough to be considered a Jedi, but Luke..."
"What?"
"Luke has an incredibly high count, infact the only Jedi to have a higher count was his father." Obi Wan said, and hung his head.
"What does this mean." Padme was confused.
"It could be dangerous to keep them together...I think we should separate them." He said, sensing her pain.
"Separate them?" Tears filled in her eyes.
"I must take Luke far away from the hands of the Sith." He put a hand on her shoulder. "I'm so sorry Ami, but you must understand Luke is our last hope." He pulled her in for an embrace, she cried on his shoulder. After a moment Padme looked into Obi Wan's eyes. She then went back to the nursery, and picked up Luke. She held him tightly and tears streamed down her face. She kissed him on the forehead, and walked back to Obi Wan.
"Take him, it's best I don't know where he is." She said as she handed the tiny bundle to the Jedi. Obi Wan cradled the child in his arms, Luke smiled at him. Padme kissed Luke one more time. "I love you my son. I'm so sorry I couldn't give you a better universe."
"Padme.."
She then kissed Obi Wan on the cheek. "Protect him Obi Wan Kenobi."
"For all eternity, you have my word." They embraced; in his heart Obi Wan knew it would be the last time he would ever see her again, his heart ached at the thought as he held her tighter. With that they parted ways.
Obi Wan held the child tightly in his arms and took him off the planet, across the galaxy to a planet in the outer rim territory, a desolate planet called Tatooine.
**
In the Imperial Senate building on the planet of Courascant sat the new Emperor of the entire galaxy. His plan had worked, he was rid of the Jedi, soon the remaining pieces of the old Republic would follow. It made him smile to think about it, the same Republic that had been around for centuries that helped the Jedi destroy the Sith were now getting exactly what they deserved. Not concerned who knew he was infact the Sith lord Sidious, he openly wore his Sith cloak as he talked with leading officials in the government he was creating.
"Construction is well on the way my lord." Senator Tarkin, a young brash politician who had pledged himself to the Emperor stated with a smile. "I will admit it will be a daunting task to finish, but when it is, the galaxy will fear us."
"Excellent Senator Tarkin." The Emperor stated with a smile. "You have done well to please the Empire, unlike your colleagues in the Senate."
"Well my lord, I believe the old Republic is tired. I feel it was about time someone did something to update things." Tarkin said with a hint of pride in his voice. "I'm thankful that I have the opportunity to be of use."
"I am personally giving you full command of my battle station when it is complete. Governor Tarkin." The Emperor stated, and Tarkin looked surprised.
"I humbly accept, and I will see that battle station become the ultimate weapon in the galaxy." Tarkin contained his surprise.
Behind them the doors opened, and Darth Vader entered the room. He waited to be addressed by the Emperor, between two Crimson Royal guards.
"Ah my apprentice." The Emperor called out when he noticed Vader. "Governor Tarkin has just informed me that construction for the death star has commenced."
Governor Tarkin smiled, but the smile faded as Darth Vader just stared at him not saying a word. "You may leave now Governor, we are done here." The Emperor stated after a moment of silence.
"My lord, what of this rumor of a rebellion? If they were to discover the plans for the death star..." Tarkin began, as he rose to his feet.
"The rebellion you speak of will be handled by my apprentice, any problems you face, you will contact Lord Vader." The Emperor calmly stated.
"But what of the Jedi? If..." Tarkin argued.
"The Jedi are no more." Vader calmly, yet sternly stated. "Look out the window."
The three men then looked out the Emperor's incredible view of Courascant and saw the Jedi temple engrossed in flames. The Emperor smiled at this sight. Tarkin looked astonished. "In all the years of the Republic, no one has been able to destroy the Jedi." He claimed, never taking his eyes off the flames.
"Leave us Governor." The Emperor commanded, and Tarkin reluctantly left the room, escorted by a crimson guard.
"You have done well my young apprentice." The Emperor turned to Vader. "You surpass even my expectations."
"Thank you my master." Vader said humbly.
"With the Jedi out of the way, the rebellion will crumble easily." Sidious laughed to himself. "The dark side has finally won." He turned to Vader, and noticed his apprentice wasn't sharing in his enthusiasm. "What troubles you my apprentice?"
"My master, I have yet to find Kenobi." Vader explained.
"Kenobi. That name has been a thorn in my side for 13 years." Sidious hissed. "His usefulness in my game has ended." Sidious looked at Vader. "Do not worry my young apprentice, he is alone now. There is nothing he can do." Vader continued to not speak, and the Emperor knew what he wanted. "You feel unsatisfied with your revenge on the Jedi." Sidious stated, not questioned.
"Yes my lord." Vader answered.
"You want to find your former master." Sidious revealed, and Vader nodded. "In due time lord Vader, in due time."
**
Ben Kenobi flew his star fighter into the atmosphere of Tatooine. He landed near a familiar homestead, and exited the ship carrying his precious cargo. He was met by a blaster aimed at his chest by Owen Lars.
"Get off my land Jedi." Owen commanded. "You are not welcome here."
Beru exited the homestead, and looked fearful when she saw her husband with a blaster. "Owen!" She yelled.
"Beru, go back inside." Owen commanded, but Beru didn't listen.
"Owen, Beru I need your help." Ben calmly stated.
"I think we've done enough to help you Jedi." Owen continued to aim the blaster at Ben.
The aging Jedi held out the infant so the couple could see him. "He needs your help." Ben explained. "He is in grave danger if he is ever discovered by the Empire."
Beru put a hand over her mouth when she heard this. "Is this Padme and Anakin's child?" Ben nodded.
"I had no where else to turn, he needs to be with family." Ben explained. "Plus I figured you wouldn't mind, considering you can't have any of your own."
Beru hung her head when this was stated. "How did you know?" She asked.
Ben moved towards her. "Your thoughts dwell on it." He softly stated.
Owen moved between them again. "No. You won't drag us into whatever mess you've created. It's bad enough you Jedi took my brother away from my stepmother. You convinced him of a life of adventure, when he should've stayed here and not gotten involved in the galaxy's affairs." He pointed the blaster again. "You will not continue to destroy my family Kenobi."
Beru looked at Owen, then Ben then Luke. She then placed herself between Owen and Ben. She took the child out of Ben's arms. "What is his name?" She asked Ben.
"Luke." Ben Kenobi stated simply.
She kissed Luke on top of his head and began to walk towards the homestead.
"Beru?" Owen called after her. She didn't answer, but kept walking inside.
Ben pulled out a bag full of credits and handed it to Owen. "Here. From his mother. And anything else the child needs will be handled by his majesty of Alderaan."
Owen looked at the bag of money, and threw it to the ground. "Luke is part of this family, he will be raised as a farmer."
"Just remember Owen, when the time comes I will be back to train the boy." Ben explained.
"No." Owen commanded. "I will not let him follow you on some damn idealistic crusade and end up like his father did Obi Wan."
"Owen. Nothing happens by accident with the force. If he is meant to be trained, then he will be." Ben calmly stated.
Owen raised the blaster again. "Over my dead body."
Obi Wan lowered his head on nodded. "As you wish Owen." He looked the farmer in the eyes. "But I will watch over the boy, I do have a promise to keep." With that he headed back to his ship, leaving Luke in the hands of the Lars family.
