CHAPTER 1
Qui Gon Jinn woke early one morning he had a disturbance in the
force. Obi-Wan Kenobi woke too. Then he saw what had awakened Qui
Gon. A young girl had just fainted outside of their camp. Qui Gon
got up & walked over to the girl. Obi-Wan came up behind him.
Qui Gon said to Obi Wan " She is very weak & ill fed. She escaped
from the Sith. From the way she is dressed I would say she was sex
slave to Xanatos."
Obi Wan said, " Master look she waking up."
The girl woke up with a start. She started to get up to run away.
Qui Gon quietly told her that they were not Sith & had no plans to
harm her in any way.
Obi Wan gestured to the fire since she could not have been very warm.
She moved to the fire watching them like a frightened animal. Qui Gon
called Obi Wan over to where he was standing. He said," The force is
strong with this young girl. It is no wonder the Sith kept her as
slave. They wanted her to use her powers for evil."
Meanwhile back at the campfire the girl had tried to warm herself,
but she still was very cold. Obi Wan spotted this at once.
"Master the girl is still cold," said Obi Wan. Then no sooner
were
the words out of his mouth then Qui Gon took off his cloak & put it
around the girl's shoulders. But Obi Wan was even more surprised by
the girl's reaction.
She first pulled the cloak around herself, and then she turned around
& smiled at Qui Gon.
Obi Wan was floored.
He could believe what he had seen. In fact he could not believe both
of their reactions. Just when Obi Wan was about to ask Qui Gon why he
had done this, the girl spoke. She said,
" My name is Desiree Skywalker & who, may I ask, have I the honor of
meeting."
Qui Gon spoke first as Obi Wan had not found his voice. "My name is
Qui Gon Jinn & this young man beside me who seems to have to lost
voice is my Padawan."
"Let me guess," said Desiree, "you are Jedi? Am I right?"
"You are, Desiree," said Qui Gon.
Obi Wan who had finally found his voice said "Hello my name is Obi
Wan. It is nice to meet you Desiree."
Qui Gon spoke again " if you don't mind my asking Desiree how did you
get away from The Sith."
"Yes how did you get away from them? " said Obi Wan.
"I made sure everyone was asleep then crawled through the air
shaft
in my room. And then finally after a long while of searching I found
away out, and there I am."
Qui Gon took a long look at Desiree. His deep blue eyes looked at
Desiree with new found respect then he smiled at her a warm loving
smile.
Obi Wan was shocked. He had never seen Qui Gon smile anyone at that
way. He was very glad that Qui Gon had found a new Padawan.
Soon he would he take the trails that would make him a Jedi Knight.
That would happen in less then two weeks.
Qui Gon said to Desiree, "Would you excuse for a minute I need talk
to Obi Wan for a moment."
"Obi Wan what do you think of Desiree?"
"She is a very sweet girl, Master. I think that she will make a
perfect Padawan for you since I will be leaving in two weeks. Why do
I think you will get great pleasure from telling her yourself."
Qui Gon just smiled at Obi-Wan & turned to go tell Desiree.
"Desiree, "said Qui Gon " How would you like to train to be a Jedi
Knight."
Desiree looked at Qui Gon like he had just given her the moon & she
didn't know what to do with it. But Her smile changed to a frown &
she asked "But when would I get to see you & Obi Wan."
"Well I have a surprise for you Desiree. How would you like to be my
new Padawan?
"But I thought Obi Wan was your Padawan " said Desiree.
"Obi Wan is leaving in two weeks. There is a ceremony that makes him
a Jedi Knight at the end of that time."
Desiree looked from Qui Gon to Obi Wan & back again. She couldn't
believe what Qui Gon had just said. Then she looked at Qui Gon &
said "Are you serious or are you just fooling?"
Qui Gon looked at her &smiled. Then he said, "Desiree I know you have
good reason not to trust people after what you have been through. But
what do your feelings tell you about what I have said to you."
Desiree sat in thought for a moment.
Qui Gon said "Well what do you say Desiree do you what to train to be
a Jedi Knight? Do you what to be new my new Padawan?"
Desiree looked at Qui Gon a smile appeared on her face. She turned
around to face both of them. Then she said, "What are we doing here
just standing around. Let's get going before the Sith gets wise to my
escape!"
She started to hand Qui Gon back His cloak, but he would not take it
back. "Keep it he said it my gift to you so that you can trust some
people."
As they walked to Qui Gon 's ship. Obi Wan noticed that Desiree could
not take her eyes off Qui Gon. He was not surprised. A lot of the
younger girls at Jedi Temple all had crushes on him.
They all got on the ship & took off for Coruscant. Obi Wan went to
his quarters to rest.
A little while later Obi Wan woke up. He went to check on Qui Gon &
Desiree were doing but when he rounded the corner he got the shock of
his life. Qui Gon & Desiree were kissing. But the moment they saw Obi
Wan they drew back from each other.
"Qui Gon," said Obi Wan, "how long has this been going on?"
"Well Obi Wan it started back on the planet when she smiled at me.
Desiree said, "For me it started when gave me his cloak."
"Obi Wan," said Qui Gon " I hope you don't mind about all of this."
Obi wan had recovered from his shock. He said, "Of course I don't
mind, Master. All I want is for you to be happy."
Then Obi Wan smiled at Desiree and said, "You have a very good man
there. Don't break his trust. I'm speaking from personal experience."
Then He turned to the view screen. Coruscant in six hours said the
computer. "Qui Gon," said Obi Wan we will arrive at Coruscant in six
hours."
"Very well," said Qui Gon.
Obi Wan said I wish you both all the luck. Six hours later they
arrived at Coruscant.
"Master" said Obi Wan "what are you going to do about your
relationship with Desiree?"
"I don't know how the Jedi High Council will react to the two of you.
I was going to talk to Desiree about the very same thing. Thank you
for reminding me, Obi Wan," said Qui Gon.
Qui Gon called to Desiree. "ould you come here for a moment? I need
to talk to you about something."
Desiree looked up the plant she had been studying & walked
over. "What is it that you what to talk to me about Qui Gon?"
"About us Desiree."
"What about?" said Desiree. "I knew it was all to good to be true
you
don't really love me do you Qui Gon? "What makes you think that it is
about that Desiree?"
"Because she said this is the first in my life that someone has
really loved me that's all & I am really scared that some day you are
going to stop loving me that all!"
Qui Gon looked at her then he flashed her that warm loving smile
that had shown her back on the planet.
"Desiree, I love you with all of my heart & soul. Please Don't ever
think that I don't. When you start thinking that way, the sadness
will consume you then you will start to hate me. Then you will try to
kill me. I have seen that happen to people that I used to know it is
not pretty. But what I wanted to talk about is that I don't know how
the Jedi High Council will react to us. There has never been this
kind of relationship between a Jedi Master & his Padawan. I will have
to talk Master Yoda about this. So until I get a chance to talk to
him, We should keep us a secret."
"Ok." Desiree smiled back. "I don't mind just talk to Master Yoda
soon.
"Oh Desiree around other Jedi besides Obi Wan call me Master Qui Gon.
But when we are alone or with just Obi Wan you can call me Qui Gon.
Ok Desiree?"
Desiree said, "Yes Master Qui Gon."
"But what I just said is only until I talk to Master Yoda. Is that
all right with you Desiree?"
Yes Master Qui Gon.
But Qui Gon noticed that she smiled as she said that. "Well Obi Wan I
guess we better get Desiree set up with a room."
Just then Qui Gon 's com link beeped. "Master Qui Gon, report to the
council room at once."
"Well we will have to get you a room later Desiree. Right now you
both will have to come with me," said Qui Gon.
They all arrived in the council room. Qui Gon bowed before the
council. "You wanted something?"
"Yes Master Qui Gon we had heard that you had picked up a young girl."
"Yes I did Master Yoda. Would you all like to meet her?"
"Yes" said Yoda, "bring her before us."
I am here most wise Jedi Masters. My name is Desiree Skywalker. I
grew up as a slave to the Sith. Slave of the one known as Xanatos.
"Qui Gon." said Master Yoda, "how did Desiree escape from them?"
"She crawled through an airshaft when everyone was asleep. Then she
fainted at our campfire.
"Well Master Qui Gon did you bring her to be trained?"
Yes Master Yoda," said Qui Gon, "the force is very strong with her.
"You want to make her your new Padawan I think?"
"Yes Master Yoda. When Obi leaves of course."
"Very well then Desiree you are Qui Gon's new Padawan. Mind him do
what he says a Jedi you will become. You all may leave now."
When the doors had shut Obi Wan was smiling. "Look like you have your
self a new padawan Master."
"Yes I do, Obi Wan, yes I do," he said smiling. "Now lets go find you
a room Desiree."
They went to check the computer for rooms that were available. "Well
Master I think you will like what I have found. I found a room right
next to yours."
"That will do nicely Obi Wan. Thank you."
"Let me show you to your new room Desiree," Said Qui Gon. "Will You
need my help anymore Master?" said Obi Wan.
"No, but be up bright & early tomorrow morning. We have to start
Desiree's training,. said Qui Gon.
"Good night then Master & to you Desiree."
"Please follow me, Desiree. I will show you to your room," said Qui
Gon.
They finally reached both of their rooms.
"Well if you need anything call me over the com system in your room,"
he said. He then pushed the button that opened the door to her room.
Then he walked inside with her.
When the doors had closed, he took Desiree in his arms. Then he
pulled her close to him. "I love you Desiree," said Qui Gon softly.
"I love you too," said Desiree.
Qui Gon ever so gently tilted her face up so that she was looking
into his eyes. Then he bent down & kissed her very slowly. Then he
gently pulled away. Bye Desiree. Have a good night sleep. I love you
said Desiree. I love you too said Qui Gon good night. Early the next
mourning Desiree heard the door slam. She woke up & went to answer
the door. There stood Qui Gon. He had something behind his back she
noticed. HE said, "can I come in Desiree? "Sure Qui Gon said Desiree
you know you are always welcome. As soon the doors closed he brought
out the most beautiful roses that she had ever seen. But really
shocked her was that the roses were blue. She had only seen pictures
of them. They were her favorite flower how had he known? I read that
in your file that these were your favorite. He handed them to her.
Then said I hope you like them. I love them said Desiree. Where is
Obi Wan? Oh well he will be here in another hour. I got early too
give those to you. The hour passed very quickly for the both of them&
soon lost track of the time. When they heard the door chime they both
jumped. Desiree went over to the com system & asked who is it? It is
Obi Wan Desiree. Come on in then don't just stand out there in the
hall. Hello Obi Wan said Qui Gon. Obi Wan jumped, looking shocked to
see Qui Gon here before him. They usually arrived together. Then Obi
Wan noticed the blue roses. Master, that was sweet of you to think of
Desiree like that. I saw you reading her file last night. Desiree
said Obi Wan this man loves you a lot to go through this much trouble
for you. I know that Obi Wan thanks though for telling me. Well shall
we get started Master. Yes we should, said Qui Gon. Desiree Obi Wan &
I will step out in the hall to let you get ready. Your new clothes
are in your closet. See you in few minutes. Desiree went to her
closet & looked inside to find the most beautiful sets robes she had
ever seen. They were in all colors of the rainbow. She decided to
wear the sky blue robe. When she came out the door both Qui Gon & Obi
Wan jaws dropped. They never had seen her look so beautiful. Her hair
had been combed out& was now long blonde all the down her back. The
blue of the robe she wore suited her to a t. "What do you think
Master Qui Gon?" said Desiree. Qui Gon quickly found his voice. You
look beautiful. What about you Obi Wan what do you think. "Same as
Master Qui Gon, Desiree," said Obi Wan. Well let's get going said
Qui
Gon. As they walked along the hall Obi Wan could not help but notice
people looking at Desiree like this was the first time they seen her.
He decided to tell Qui Gon when they got in The room of many
fountains. Soon they had reached The room of many fountains. Obi Wan
caught Qui Gon just before he when in the room. Yes Obi Wan said Qui
Gon what is it? I feel I need to tell you something Master said Obi
Wan. Then you had better tell said Qui Gon. Did you see those people
staring at Desiree as we walked along Master? Yes I did what of it? I
thought you might have some problems with it all Master. No, don't,
Obi Wan as long as they do not try to harm her then I will do
something said Qui Gon. Now lets help Desiree learn to use her
powers. Desiree was waiting for when they came in the room. What
happened to you? One second you were there then you were gone. I s
there anything wrong Qui Gon? No Desiree nothing is wrong. Lets begin
your lesson. Now do you see that big heavy looking rock over there?
Yes I do said Desiree. Now I went you lift that rock. But Master Qui
Gon how do I left it. That is what I am about to tell you. Now sit
down & just relax clear your mind of all thought except for lifting
that rock. Now left it Desiree. Qui Gon & Obi Wan watched the rock
closely to see if was rising into the air. Yes indeed it was. It rose
a hundred feet in the air & then stopped & floated there. Very good
Desiree, now try to put a crack in it. A crack appeared right down
the middle of the rock. Ok now try to make the rock explode into tiny
pieces. Suddenly the rock exploded but with such force that it knock
Qui Gon & Obi Wan off their feet. When they woke up a few minutes
later they saw Desiree standing over them. She offered her hands to
help both of them unto their feet, which they gladly took. She pulled
them to their feet. Then she asked are you both all right? Yes we are
fine Desiree said Qui Gon. You did very well today. "Master Qui Gon,
are you mad at me?" said Desiree. No of course I am not mad. To tell
you the truth Desiree no one has ever done that well on their first
lesson. Your powers are very strong Desiree. I am very proud of you
said Qui Gon. Just then Master Yoda walked in the room.
Master Yoda said
look nice you do& also have strong powers you do. Am I in
trouble Master Yoda said Desiree. In trouble you are not said Master
Yoda. Came to Talk to Master Qui Gon about speeding up your lessons I
did. What say you Master Qui Gon do you think she ready for the next
level? Yes I do think she is Master Yoda she has just shown us that
she is ready for it. Then on the next level tomorrow you will begin,
Desiree," said Master Yoda. Then he walked out of the room. Well
Desiree you have a lot of things to learn tomorrow. I am so very
proud of you said Qui Gon. I'm proud of you too Desiree said Obi
Wan.
No Jedi has ever been told by Master Yoda that he thinks that they
are ready to go to the next level in one day. It usually takes years
to get off the first level of training. Qui Gon noticed that Desiree
was looking at him as if she was expecting something more. He quickly
caught her eye using the force he told her that he loved her. She
smiled at him but Qui Gon that was not enough for her. He turned to
Obi Wan then he said to him I am going to talk to Master Yoda. What
about Master said Obi Wan I am going to talk to him about Desiree &
me," said Qui Gon. "I can 't stand seeing Desiree unhappy any
longer." Please tell her that I will back in a little while. But do
not tell where I went I do not want to get her hopes up. Then he
walked out of the room. Desiree walked up to Obi Wan & asked where is
Qui Gon going? I don't think that he loves me anymore Obi Wan. He
does not act like he does. Oh Desiree I wish I could tell you where
he is going but I can't I gave him my word. Desiree nodded then she
turned away looking sad. Then burst into tears & ran out of the room
crying. Obi wan was shocked he just stood there he didn't know
what
do. He had to find Qui Gon that's what he had to do. Mean while else
where in the Jedi temple Qui Gon had found Master Yoda. "Master
Yoda," he said, "I need to talk to you about something." Speak
you
need to then speak you must. Master Yoda, I have something to tell
you about Desiree & myself. Master Yoda smiled what you need to say I
already know. Then what do you say about it Master Yoda said Qui Gon
looking worried. Worried you need not be Master Qui Gon I approve of
you & Desiree. You both make a good couple. Then Obi Wan burst
through the door. He quickly bowed to Master Yoda then said to Qui
Gon. Desiree is not very happy Master shortly after you left she said
that she thinks that you do not love her any more. Then she ran
crying from the room & I have searched the temple but I cannot find
her. Both Qui Gon & Yoda looked very worried. She is the only one I
love. Master Qui Gon said Yoda I sense that she is still here but she
hiding using her power to mask her hiding place that is why you where
not able to find her Obi Wan. But I would find her & soon Qui Gon she
is thinking about killing herself. Qui Gon quickly bowed to Master
Yoda. Then he went to look for Desiree. He Searched all over the
temple but he could not find her. He then decided to use the force to
locate her. He took a slow breath & then let it out. Then he reached
out with force. It was then that he heard her crying. It was coming
from her room. He rushed to the door overrode the lock out & ran to
Desiree. He picked her up in his arms then he discovered the blood on
her clothes. Then he noticed the bloody knife on the floor. Then he
knew what had happened she had stabbed herself. He walked quickly out
the door. He could sense that she was still alive but the life was
leaving her fast. He stormed in to the med unit & yelled for help the
med unit team ran into the room. They took Desiree & put her on the
table. Then they went to work her to try to save her life. Qui Gon
waited outside the med unit. Obi Wan waited with him. He wore the
same worried look as Qui Gon. But not for the same reason he was
Desiree's friend. Qui Gon on the other hand was her Master/boyfriend.
One of the med unit personnel came out. Walk over to them then said
Witch one of you is Qui Gon. I am said Qui Gon. Your girlfriend is
asking for you. Qui Gon walked quickly into the med unit.
Desiree cried Qui Gon she threw open her arms & tried to get up but
the med crew would not let her up.
She fought to get out of the bed she had to get Qui Gon. But Qui Gon
realized what she was trying to do rushed up to the bed, gently told
her to stay in bed & not to move too much or she would start bleeding
again. Then He said to med crew, "Can we be alone for minute please?"
They all left. Qui Gon said to Desiree why did you think that I did
not love you. Then were did you go. I went to go talk Master Yoda
about us said Qui Gon. "What did he say?" asked Desiree. He already
knew what I was going to saw before I said it. He knew about us & he
approves. Desiree smiled then she said I love you Qui Gon Jinn. Then
she kissed him. Qui Gon pulled her gently to him & kissed her back
even more deeply then he had ever kissed her before. Then ever so
gently he drew back & said to Desiree do you doubt that I love you
now?" said Qui Gon. Desiree just sat there for a moment looking at
Qui Gon. Then she said I have never felt anything like that
ever. "What do I just feel, Qui Gon?" she asked him. That is
something very special that only two people that truly love each
other can feel. But with both of us being Jedi it feels just like it
just did. You see I just showed you how much I love you. Now do you
still think that I don't love you he asked looking at her with a very
warm loving smile? Desiree smiled back at him & said I will never
doubt you again. Qui Gon said that will never be a need for you to my
love. Obi walked into the room smiled at Desiree then said I hope you
are feeling better. She turned to him & said yes I am feeling a lot
better now. Better you feel because you know that Qui Gon loves you
do said a voice just inside the doorway. Master Yoda said all three
of them. Qui Gon & Obi Wan both bowed. Desiree tried to but ended up
almost falling out of the bed but Qui Gon caught her before she hit
the ground. Master Yoda spoke again said not necessary is young
Desiree till you are fully well. Yes Master Yoda was all she said as
Qui Gon helped her back into the bed. Yoda smiled at Desiree & Qui
Gon then said share a special bond you do much more than the Master &
Padawan relationship you do share. That will help you it will. But
beware that the dark side may also use that bond against you it will.
Qui Gon & Desiree nodded they both understood the risks of two Jedi
falling in love with one another. But they were willing to take the
risk because they loved each other that much. After a few more days
in the med unit they let Desiree go. She was still a bit weak &
unsteady on her feet so both Qui Gon & Obi Wan Helped her back to her
room.
Qui Gon Jinn woke early one morning he had a disturbance in the
force. Obi-Wan Kenobi woke too. Then he saw what had awakened Qui
Gon. A young girl had just fainted outside of their camp. Qui Gon
got up & walked over to the girl. Obi-Wan came up behind him.
Qui Gon said to Obi Wan " She is very weak & ill fed. She escaped
from the Sith. From the way she is dressed I would say she was sex
slave to Xanatos."
Obi Wan said, " Master look she waking up."
The girl woke up with a start. She started to get up to run away.
Qui Gon quietly told her that they were not Sith & had no plans to
harm her in any way.
Obi Wan gestured to the fire since she could not have been very warm.
She moved to the fire watching them like a frightened animal. Qui Gon
called Obi Wan over to where he was standing. He said," The force is
strong with this young girl. It is no wonder the Sith kept her as
slave. They wanted her to use her powers for evil."
Meanwhile back at the campfire the girl had tried to warm herself,
but she still was very cold. Obi Wan spotted this at once.
"Master the girl is still cold," said Obi Wan. Then no sooner
were
the words out of his mouth then Qui Gon took off his cloak & put it
around the girl's shoulders. But Obi Wan was even more surprised by
the girl's reaction.
She first pulled the cloak around herself, and then she turned around
& smiled at Qui Gon.
Obi Wan was floored.
He could believe what he had seen. In fact he could not believe both
of their reactions. Just when Obi Wan was about to ask Qui Gon why he
had done this, the girl spoke. She said,
" My name is Desiree Skywalker & who, may I ask, have I the honor of
meeting."
Qui Gon spoke first as Obi Wan had not found his voice. "My name is
Qui Gon Jinn & this young man beside me who seems to have to lost
voice is my Padawan."
"Let me guess," said Desiree, "you are Jedi? Am I right?"
"You are, Desiree," said Qui Gon.
Obi Wan who had finally found his voice said "Hello my name is Obi
Wan. It is nice to meet you Desiree."
Qui Gon spoke again " if you don't mind my asking Desiree how did you
get away from The Sith."
"Yes how did you get away from them? " said Obi Wan.
"I made sure everyone was asleep then crawled through the air
shaft
in my room. And then finally after a long while of searching I found
away out, and there I am."
Qui Gon took a long look at Desiree. His deep blue eyes looked at
Desiree with new found respect then he smiled at her a warm loving
smile.
Obi Wan was shocked. He had never seen Qui Gon smile anyone at that
way. He was very glad that Qui Gon had found a new Padawan.
Soon he would he take the trails that would make him a Jedi Knight.
That would happen in less then two weeks.
Qui Gon said to Desiree, "Would you excuse for a minute I need talk
to Obi Wan for a moment."
"Obi Wan what do you think of Desiree?"
"She is a very sweet girl, Master. I think that she will make a
perfect Padawan for you since I will be leaving in two weeks. Why do
I think you will get great pleasure from telling her yourself."
Qui Gon just smiled at Obi-Wan & turned to go tell Desiree.
"Desiree, "said Qui Gon " How would you like to train to be a Jedi
Knight."
Desiree looked at Qui Gon like he had just given her the moon & she
didn't know what to do with it. But Her smile changed to a frown &
she asked "But when would I get to see you & Obi Wan."
"Well I have a surprise for you Desiree. How would you like to be my
new Padawan?
"But I thought Obi Wan was your Padawan " said Desiree.
"Obi Wan is leaving in two weeks. There is a ceremony that makes him
a Jedi Knight at the end of that time."
Desiree looked from Qui Gon to Obi Wan & back again. She couldn't
believe what Qui Gon had just said. Then she looked at Qui Gon &
said "Are you serious or are you just fooling?"
Qui Gon looked at her &smiled. Then he said, "Desiree I know you have
good reason not to trust people after what you have been through. But
what do your feelings tell you about what I have said to you."
Desiree sat in thought for a moment.
Qui Gon said "Well what do you say Desiree do you what to train to be
a Jedi Knight? Do you what to be new my new Padawan?"
Desiree looked at Qui Gon a smile appeared on her face. She turned
around to face both of them. Then she said, "What are we doing here
just standing around. Let's get going before the Sith gets wise to my
escape!"
She started to hand Qui Gon back His cloak, but he would not take it
back. "Keep it he said it my gift to you so that you can trust some
people."
As they walked to Qui Gon 's ship. Obi Wan noticed that Desiree could
not take her eyes off Qui Gon. He was not surprised. A lot of the
younger girls at Jedi Temple all had crushes on him.
They all got on the ship & took off for Coruscant. Obi Wan went to
his quarters to rest.
A little while later Obi Wan woke up. He went to check on Qui Gon &
Desiree were doing but when he rounded the corner he got the shock of
his life. Qui Gon & Desiree were kissing. But the moment they saw Obi
Wan they drew back from each other.
"Qui Gon," said Obi Wan, "how long has this been going on?"
"Well Obi Wan it started back on the planet when she smiled at me.
Desiree said, "For me it started when gave me his cloak."
"Obi Wan," said Qui Gon " I hope you don't mind about all of this."
Obi wan had recovered from his shock. He said, "Of course I don't
mind, Master. All I want is for you to be happy."
Then Obi Wan smiled at Desiree and said, "You have a very good man
there. Don't break his trust. I'm speaking from personal experience."
Then He turned to the view screen. Coruscant in six hours said the
computer. "Qui Gon," said Obi Wan we will arrive at Coruscant in six
hours."
"Very well," said Qui Gon.
Obi Wan said I wish you both all the luck. Six hours later they
arrived at Coruscant.
"Master" said Obi Wan "what are you going to do about your
relationship with Desiree?"
"I don't know how the Jedi High Council will react to the two of you.
I was going to talk to Desiree about the very same thing. Thank you
for reminding me, Obi Wan," said Qui Gon.
Qui Gon called to Desiree. "ould you come here for a moment? I need
to talk to you about something."
Desiree looked up the plant she had been studying & walked
over. "What is it that you what to talk to me about Qui Gon?"
"About us Desiree."
"What about?" said Desiree. "I knew it was all to good to be true
you
don't really love me do you Qui Gon? "What makes you think that it is
about that Desiree?"
"Because she said this is the first in my life that someone has
really loved me that's all & I am really scared that some day you are
going to stop loving me that all!"
Qui Gon looked at her then he flashed her that warm loving smile
that had shown her back on the planet.
"Desiree, I love you with all of my heart & soul. Please Don't ever
think that I don't. When you start thinking that way, the sadness
will consume you then you will start to hate me. Then you will try to
kill me. I have seen that happen to people that I used to know it is
not pretty. But what I wanted to talk about is that I don't know how
the Jedi High Council will react to us. There has never been this
kind of relationship between a Jedi Master & his Padawan. I will have
to talk Master Yoda about this. So until I get a chance to talk to
him, We should keep us a secret."
"Ok." Desiree smiled back. "I don't mind just talk to Master Yoda
soon.
"Oh Desiree around other Jedi besides Obi Wan call me Master Qui Gon.
But when we are alone or with just Obi Wan you can call me Qui Gon.
Ok Desiree?"
Desiree said, "Yes Master Qui Gon."
"But what I just said is only until I talk to Master Yoda. Is that
all right with you Desiree?"
Yes Master Qui Gon.
But Qui Gon noticed that she smiled as she said that. "Well Obi Wan I
guess we better get Desiree set up with a room."
Just then Qui Gon 's com link beeped. "Master Qui Gon, report to the
council room at once."
"Well we will have to get you a room later Desiree. Right now you
both will have to come with me," said Qui Gon.
They all arrived in the council room. Qui Gon bowed before the
council. "You wanted something?"
"Yes Master Qui Gon we had heard that you had picked up a young girl."
"Yes I did Master Yoda. Would you all like to meet her?"
"Yes" said Yoda, "bring her before us."
I am here most wise Jedi Masters. My name is Desiree Skywalker. I
grew up as a slave to the Sith. Slave of the one known as Xanatos.
"Qui Gon." said Master Yoda, "how did Desiree escape from them?"
"She crawled through an airshaft when everyone was asleep. Then she
fainted at our campfire.
"Well Master Qui Gon did you bring her to be trained?"
Yes Master Yoda," said Qui Gon, "the force is very strong with her.
"You want to make her your new Padawan I think?"
"Yes Master Yoda. When Obi leaves of course."
"Very well then Desiree you are Qui Gon's new Padawan. Mind him do
what he says a Jedi you will become. You all may leave now."
When the doors had shut Obi Wan was smiling. "Look like you have your
self a new padawan Master."
"Yes I do, Obi Wan, yes I do," he said smiling. "Now lets go find you
a room Desiree."
They went to check the computer for rooms that were available. "Well
Master I think you will like what I have found. I found a room right
next to yours."
"That will do nicely Obi Wan. Thank you."
"Let me show you to your new room Desiree," Said Qui Gon. "Will You
need my help anymore Master?" said Obi Wan.
"No, but be up bright & early tomorrow morning. We have to start
Desiree's training,. said Qui Gon.
"Good night then Master & to you Desiree."
"Please follow me, Desiree. I will show you to your room," said Qui
Gon.
They finally reached both of their rooms.
"Well if you need anything call me over the com system in your room,"
he said. He then pushed the button that opened the door to her room.
Then he walked inside with her.
When the doors had closed, he took Desiree in his arms. Then he
pulled her close to him. "I love you Desiree," said Qui Gon softly.
"I love you too," said Desiree.
Qui Gon ever so gently tilted her face up so that she was looking
into his eyes. Then he bent down & kissed her very slowly. Then he
gently pulled away. Bye Desiree. Have a good night sleep. I love you
said Desiree. I love you too said Qui Gon good night. Early the next
mourning Desiree heard the door slam. She woke up & went to answer
the door. There stood Qui Gon. He had something behind his back she
noticed. HE said, "can I come in Desiree? "Sure Qui Gon said Desiree
you know you are always welcome. As soon the doors closed he brought
out the most beautiful roses that she had ever seen. But really
shocked her was that the roses were blue. She had only seen pictures
of them. They were her favorite flower how had he known? I read that
in your file that these were your favorite. He handed them to her.
Then said I hope you like them. I love them said Desiree. Where is
Obi Wan? Oh well he will be here in another hour. I got early too
give those to you. The hour passed very quickly for the both of them&
soon lost track of the time. When they heard the door chime they both
jumped. Desiree went over to the com system & asked who is it? It is
Obi Wan Desiree. Come on in then don't just stand out there in the
hall. Hello Obi Wan said Qui Gon. Obi Wan jumped, looking shocked to
see Qui Gon here before him. They usually arrived together. Then Obi
Wan noticed the blue roses. Master, that was sweet of you to think of
Desiree like that. I saw you reading her file last night. Desiree
said Obi Wan this man loves you a lot to go through this much trouble
for you. I know that Obi Wan thanks though for telling me. Well shall
we get started Master. Yes we should, said Qui Gon. Desiree Obi Wan &
I will step out in the hall to let you get ready. Your new clothes
are in your closet. See you in few minutes. Desiree went to her
closet & looked inside to find the most beautiful sets robes she had
ever seen. They were in all colors of the rainbow. She decided to
wear the sky blue robe. When she came out the door both Qui Gon & Obi
Wan jaws dropped. They never had seen her look so beautiful. Her hair
had been combed out& was now long blonde all the down her back. The
blue of the robe she wore suited her to a t. "What do you think
Master Qui Gon?" said Desiree. Qui Gon quickly found his voice. You
look beautiful. What about you Obi Wan what do you think. "Same as
Master Qui Gon, Desiree," said Obi Wan. Well let's get going said
Qui
Gon. As they walked along the hall Obi Wan could not help but notice
people looking at Desiree like this was the first time they seen her.
He decided to tell Qui Gon when they got in The room of many
fountains. Soon they had reached The room of many fountains. Obi Wan
caught Qui Gon just before he when in the room. Yes Obi Wan said Qui
Gon what is it? I feel I need to tell you something Master said Obi
Wan. Then you had better tell said Qui Gon. Did you see those people
staring at Desiree as we walked along Master? Yes I did what of it? I
thought you might have some problems with it all Master. No, don't,
Obi Wan as long as they do not try to harm her then I will do
something said Qui Gon. Now lets help Desiree learn to use her
powers. Desiree was waiting for when they came in the room. What
happened to you? One second you were there then you were gone. I s
there anything wrong Qui Gon? No Desiree nothing is wrong. Lets begin
your lesson. Now do you see that big heavy looking rock over there?
Yes I do said Desiree. Now I went you lift that rock. But Master Qui
Gon how do I left it. That is what I am about to tell you. Now sit
down & just relax clear your mind of all thought except for lifting
that rock. Now left it Desiree. Qui Gon & Obi Wan watched the rock
closely to see if was rising into the air. Yes indeed it was. It rose
a hundred feet in the air & then stopped & floated there. Very good
Desiree, now try to put a crack in it. A crack appeared right down
the middle of the rock. Ok now try to make the rock explode into tiny
pieces. Suddenly the rock exploded but with such force that it knock
Qui Gon & Obi Wan off their feet. When they woke up a few minutes
later they saw Desiree standing over them. She offered her hands to
help both of them unto their feet, which they gladly took. She pulled
them to their feet. Then she asked are you both all right? Yes we are
fine Desiree said Qui Gon. You did very well today. "Master Qui Gon,
are you mad at me?" said Desiree. No of course I am not mad. To tell
you the truth Desiree no one has ever done that well on their first
lesson. Your powers are very strong Desiree. I am very proud of you
said Qui Gon. Just then Master Yoda walked in the room.
Master Yoda said
look nice you do& also have strong powers you do. Am I in
trouble Master Yoda said Desiree. In trouble you are not said Master
Yoda. Came to Talk to Master Qui Gon about speeding up your lessons I
did. What say you Master Qui Gon do you think she ready for the next
level? Yes I do think she is Master Yoda she has just shown us that
she is ready for it. Then on the next level tomorrow you will begin,
Desiree," said Master Yoda. Then he walked out of the room. Well
Desiree you have a lot of things to learn tomorrow. I am so very
proud of you said Qui Gon. I'm proud of you too Desiree said Obi
Wan.
No Jedi has ever been told by Master Yoda that he thinks that they
are ready to go to the next level in one day. It usually takes years
to get off the first level of training. Qui Gon noticed that Desiree
was looking at him as if she was expecting something more. He quickly
caught her eye using the force he told her that he loved her. She
smiled at him but Qui Gon that was not enough for her. He turned to
Obi Wan then he said to him I am going to talk to Master Yoda. What
about Master said Obi Wan I am going to talk to him about Desiree &
me," said Qui Gon. "I can 't stand seeing Desiree unhappy any
longer." Please tell her that I will back in a little while. But do
not tell where I went I do not want to get her hopes up. Then he
walked out of the room. Desiree walked up to Obi Wan & asked where is
Qui Gon going? I don't think that he loves me anymore Obi Wan. He
does not act like he does. Oh Desiree I wish I could tell you where
he is going but I can't I gave him my word. Desiree nodded then she
turned away looking sad. Then burst into tears & ran out of the room
crying. Obi wan was shocked he just stood there he didn't know
what
do. He had to find Qui Gon that's what he had to do. Mean while else
where in the Jedi temple Qui Gon had found Master Yoda. "Master
Yoda," he said, "I need to talk to you about something." Speak
you
need to then speak you must. Master Yoda, I have something to tell
you about Desiree & myself. Master Yoda smiled what you need to say I
already know. Then what do you say about it Master Yoda said Qui Gon
looking worried. Worried you need not be Master Qui Gon I approve of
you & Desiree. You both make a good couple. Then Obi Wan burst
through the door. He quickly bowed to Master Yoda then said to Qui
Gon. Desiree is not very happy Master shortly after you left she said
that she thinks that you do not love her any more. Then she ran
crying from the room & I have searched the temple but I cannot find
her. Both Qui Gon & Yoda looked very worried. She is the only one I
love. Master Qui Gon said Yoda I sense that she is still here but she
hiding using her power to mask her hiding place that is why you where
not able to find her Obi Wan. But I would find her & soon Qui Gon she
is thinking about killing herself. Qui Gon quickly bowed to Master
Yoda. Then he went to look for Desiree. He Searched all over the
temple but he could not find her. He then decided to use the force to
locate her. He took a slow breath & then let it out. Then he reached
out with force. It was then that he heard her crying. It was coming
from her room. He rushed to the door overrode the lock out & ran to
Desiree. He picked her up in his arms then he discovered the blood on
her clothes. Then he noticed the bloody knife on the floor. Then he
knew what had happened she had stabbed herself. He walked quickly out
the door. He could sense that she was still alive but the life was
leaving her fast. He stormed in to the med unit & yelled for help the
med unit team ran into the room. They took Desiree & put her on the
table. Then they went to work her to try to save her life. Qui Gon
waited outside the med unit. Obi Wan waited with him. He wore the
same worried look as Qui Gon. But not for the same reason he was
Desiree's friend. Qui Gon on the other hand was her Master/boyfriend.
One of the med unit personnel came out. Walk over to them then said
Witch one of you is Qui Gon. I am said Qui Gon. Your girlfriend is
asking for you. Qui Gon walked quickly into the med unit.
Desiree cried Qui Gon she threw open her arms & tried to get up but
the med crew would not let her up.
She fought to get out of the bed she had to get Qui Gon. But Qui Gon
realized what she was trying to do rushed up to the bed, gently told
her to stay in bed & not to move too much or she would start bleeding
again. Then He said to med crew, "Can we be alone for minute please?"
They all left. Qui Gon said to Desiree why did you think that I did
not love you. Then were did you go. I went to go talk Master Yoda
about us said Qui Gon. "What did he say?" asked Desiree. He already
knew what I was going to saw before I said it. He knew about us & he
approves. Desiree smiled then she said I love you Qui Gon Jinn. Then
she kissed him. Qui Gon pulled her gently to him & kissed her back
even more deeply then he had ever kissed her before. Then ever so
gently he drew back & said to Desiree do you doubt that I love you
now?" said Qui Gon. Desiree just sat there for a moment looking at
Qui Gon. Then she said I have never felt anything like that
ever. "What do I just feel, Qui Gon?" she asked him. That is
something very special that only two people that truly love each
other can feel. But with both of us being Jedi it feels just like it
just did. You see I just showed you how much I love you. Now do you
still think that I don't love you he asked looking at her with a very
warm loving smile? Desiree smiled back at him & said I will never
doubt you again. Qui Gon said that will never be a need for you to my
love. Obi walked into the room smiled at Desiree then said I hope you
are feeling better. She turned to him & said yes I am feeling a lot
better now. Better you feel because you know that Qui Gon loves you
do said a voice just inside the doorway. Master Yoda said all three
of them. Qui Gon & Obi Wan both bowed. Desiree tried to but ended up
almost falling out of the bed but Qui Gon caught her before she hit
the ground. Master Yoda spoke again said not necessary is young
Desiree till you are fully well. Yes Master Yoda was all she said as
Qui Gon helped her back into the bed. Yoda smiled at Desiree & Qui
Gon then said share a special bond you do much more than the Master &
Padawan relationship you do share. That will help you it will. But
beware that the dark side may also use that bond against you it will.
Qui Gon & Desiree nodded they both understood the risks of two Jedi
falling in love with one another. But they were willing to take the
risk because they loved each other that much. After a few more days
in the med unit they let Desiree go. She was still a bit weak &
unsteady on her feet so both Qui Gon & Obi Wan Helped her back to her
room.