Title: Children of the Sith
Author: ewan's girl
Author's note: Well faithful readers this is the last chapter.I know and I'm sorry. This story was for some reason the hardest for me to write and I'm so glad that it worked out. Thank you to all who have reviewed and enjoyed this story. I do have plans for more so although this story is over, there will be more. Thank you again.
Chapter 13:
Obi Wan clutched his chest as he watched the dark figures slowly climb. He began to feel a stabbing pain in his chest and he tried to dull it with the help of the Force. Beads of sweat began to form on his forehead and his vision began to blur. He closed his eyes briefly and swallowed hard. He then switched hands holding the vibro blade and wiped the sweat off them onto his pants.
Bryns glanced at the Jedi and grew concerned. He didn't know how much longer the apprentice would be able to hold onto consciousness. He noticed the beads of sweat and how the already pale features had somehow whitened a shade or two. He put a hand on the Jedi's shoulder. "Are you sure you can do this?" He asked.
Obi Wan wiped his forehead with the back of his hand and shrugged. "I guess we'll find out."
Viggo exchanged a worried glance with Bryns and then turned his attention back to the intruders. He assessed the situation and noticed the Rangers' lusians tied to a tree just below. He quickly aimed his bow caster.
Bryns looked at Viggo aim the weapon. "What are you doing?" He asked. "If we make the first move then they'll be angry."
Viggo glanced at Bryns. "I'm going to buy us some time." He said and shot the bow caster at the tree the animals were attached to.
The tree went up in flames and the animals tried to get away. The hoofed creature reared and screamed in terror. Half of the dark figures dropped down to save the animals.
Obi Wan looked at Viggo and silently thanked him for his quick thinking. He then turned his attention to the remaining figures gaining closer to them. He tried to steady himself for the attack. He then noticed Viggo had disappeared, he looked at Bryns who shrugged.
Viggo ran up the side of the cliff as fast as he could, reaching the top in record time. He glanced down and noticed the Rangers were almost upon his friends. He then aimed his bow caster at a group of boulders that were on the edge of the cliff. He shot his bow and freed the rocks, causing them to roll down the hill side.
Bryns and Obi Wan heard a loud sound coming from above them. They turned and saw numerous boulders heading down the side of the cliff. Obi Wan grabbed Bryns and pushed him back just as the first of the rocks rolled past them. The Rangers began to run down the cliff, trying to save themselves. The lead Ranger however was able to reach them just as the boulders came crashing down.
The dark figure stared at Obi Wan, who in turn stared back. Both were breathing heavy and both were reaching for their weapons. Obi Wan tried to call on the Force for help, but he found his connection muffled. He didn't know which concerned him more, the fever that wouldn't go away or the fact that he had trouble calling on the Force. He tried to calm his mind and concentrate on the moment.
The two men circled each other as they prepared to battle. The Ranger then made the first move and lunged at Obi Wan. The two vibro blades connected with each other making a loud hiss. Obi Wan pushed his opponent off him and kicked him in the chest. The Ranger fell back, but quickly composed himself.
The battle continued as a distinct object in the distance grew closer; Obi Wan noticed the object and thought he recognized the shape of the ship heading towards them. He quickly shook off the feeling and decided his fever was playing with him. 'You're on your own Kenobi, your master isn't coming.' He told himself. 'Now act like a Jedi and finish this.'
He blocked another swing from his opponent's blade and tired again to call upon the Force. He could feel the Force flowing through many beings. He felt it in Viggo, and strangely he felt more Force presence heading towards him. He used what was left of his energy and Force Pushed the Ranger off the side of the cliff.
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Qui Gon and Kia had landed on the top of the hill, and Viggo ran to meet them. Kia ran down the ramp of the ship and jumped into Viggo's arms. He held her tightly. "I was so worried about you." He said as he put her back on the ground. "I sensed you were in danger." He held her face, stroking her cheek with his thumb.
She grabbed his hand and held it. "Now is not the time for this." She said and looked back at Qui Gon who had just exited the ship. "This is Jedi master Qui Gon Jinn." She introduced him. "Qui Gon this is Viggo Yulende. He saved Obi Wan and me from the Rangers."
Qui Gon bowed. "Then I owe you a debt for saving my apprentice."
Viggo then remembered Obi Wan. "Don't thank me yet master Jedi, your apprentice is in really bad shape."
The three quickly scaled down the cliff to the opening which served as Viggo's home. As they reached their destination they witnessed Obi Wan displaying a great amount of power and Force pushing the last Ranger away from him. Qui Gon quickly used the Force to help the Ranger land safely. He then turned and noticed Obi Wan collapse to the ground. His breath caught at the sight.
Kia ran to Obi Wan's side and knelt down beside him. "No!" She screamed as she held his head in her lap. "You cannot give up now." She pleaded with him. "You've come so far. . . Ben please."
Obi Wan struggled to stay awake, but his body just wanted to sleep. His vision continued to blur as he stared up at Kia, her blonde hair falling out of its bun, her blue eyes filling with tears. As the darkness threatened to overtake him he noticed a large figure heading towards him. "Master." Obi Wan said under his breath.
Qui Gon knelt next to his fallen apprentice. "I'm here Obi Wan." He said, but it was in vain because Obi Wan had lost consciousness. He quickly scooped the young man in his arms and headed for his ship. "I've got to get him back to the Temple."
He left the three friends alone to ponder what had just happened. Viggo put an arm around Kia. "I'm sure he'll be ok." He whispered in her ear.
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*TEN YEARS LATER*
"Master we are supposed to be starting our assignment from the council." Anakin Skywalker wined to his teacher as they entered a turbo lift at the Senate apartment building.
Obi Wan eyed his apprentice and smiled. "Since when are you so anxious to start a new assignment?" The older Jedi chuckled. "Relax padawan, this will be a brief visit, I promise."
The two Jedi exited the lift and walked down the hall. They came to a large set of double doors at the end of the hall and knocked. Obi Wan straightened his tunic and ran a hand through his shoulder length hair. Anakin shook his head. "I thought you didn't like politicians master." He said with a snide attitude.
Obi Wan cocked an eyebrow at his apprentice and shook his head, deciding not to answer that remark. The door finally opened and a blonde haired woman looked at the two Jedi. "Yes can I help. . . " She stopped mid sentence when she noticed who had come to see her. "Ben!" She almost shouted in surprise. "How wonderful it is to see you." She grabbed Obi Wan by the arm and led him inside. "Do come in, but excuse the mess Viggo is away to a senate meeting and his files are everywhere in the apartment."
Anakin looked at his master as they entered the apartment. /Ben?/ He asked through their bond.
/I'll explain later./ Obi Wan answered and gave Kia a kiss on her hand. "You are looking well." He told her, eyeing her swollen stomach. "How much longer?" He asked, putting a hand on her belly.
She looked down at his hand. "Anytime now." She sighed, and I'll just be glad it's over." She smiled at her old friend. "You are looking good as well." She commented. "Of course you will always look good as oppose to the first time we met."
Obi Wan nodded. "Yes, not one of my most flattering times I will admit." He sat on the couch with her and noticed his apprentice looking very bored. "How is Viggo?" Obi Wan asked.
Kia smiled. "He's doing wonderful; he is part of the loyalist group that is opposed to the creation of an army. He loves being here on Courascant and in the Senate." She smiled. "I on the other hand sometimes miss home."
"Speaking of home how is everything there?" Obi Wan asked.
"Things have never been better master Jedi." Kia answered, putting pieces of blonde hair behind her ears. "I think the old way of life is finally being forgotten, since we joined the Republic and started trading, we have never been more prosperous. Bryns is head of the science labs now, and mom is still a healer." She looked at Obi Wan then at Anakin. "So is this the talented student I've heard so much about?" She asked and both turned their attention to the tall boy leaning against the wall.
Anakin, realizing the conversation turned to him, quickly straightened up. Obi Wan snickered and turned back to Kia. "Sometimes I wonder." He said and Anakin frowned. "Yes Milady, let me introduce you to Anakin Skywalker." He motioned towards Anakin. "Anakin this is my good friends Kia Yulende." He looked back at Kia. "Kia rescued me a long time ago."
"Rescued you?" Anakin looked shocked, and then smiled. "Isn't there anyone in this galaxy who haven't come to your rescue at some point master?" He joked.
Obi Wan turned to Anakin. "Well padawan, no one has rescued me from you as of yet." Anakin stiffened then smiled and shook his head. Obi Wan gave his apprentice a wink and turned back to Kia.
Kia looked at Anakin. "Yes well he had a run in with a scientist running dangerous experiments on the Force."
Anakin raised an eyebrow. "Dr. Zan Arbor?" He asked and Kia nodded. "Master you never told me about that, you always said that Master Qui Gon was held by her." Anakin put his hands on his hips.
Obi Wan sighed and looked at Kia. "Well padawan, it's a time of my life that I really don't like to talk about."
"But you should've told me." Anakin pressed the subject. "What else are you keeping from me?" He asked.
Kia looked between the two Jedi and saw the look on her friend's face. She rose to her feet and walked up to Anakin. "It is a story for another day Anakin," She looked back at Obi Wan. "What your master went through isn't an easy thing to talk about." She whispered. "Don't be angry with him."
Anakin looked at his master and sighed. "I'm sorry master, I over stepped my boundaries."
Obi Wan rose to his feet. "I would expect nothing less Anakin." Anakin lowered his head at that. "But your curiosity is what makes you special, makes you care." He put a hand on Anakin's shoulder. "But just remember to practice patience my young apprentice." Anakin nodded.
"Yes master."
Obi Wan turned to Kia and gave her a hug. "I am sorry for the shortness of our visit, we are here on business." Kia nodded. "And don't forget to call me when that baby is born, I would like to be the one to do a midi chlorian count on her."
Kia smiled. "I wouldn't have it any other way.
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Obi Wan waved to Kia as the doors to the turbo lift closed he then turned his thoughts on the task at hand. To his left Anakin squirmed, he was full of anxiety. Obi Wan turned his gaze to his young charge. "You seem a little on edge." He observed.
"Not at all." Anakin answered, fidgeting more.
"I haven't felt you this tense since we fell into that nest of Gundarks." Obi Wan commented.
Anakin looked at his master and scoffed. "You fell into that nightmare master, and I rescued you. Remember?"
Obi Wan smiled. "Oh yes." He stated, and shared a brief laugh with his apprentice.
*THE END!
Author: ewan's girl
Author's note: Well faithful readers this is the last chapter.I know and I'm sorry. This story was for some reason the hardest for me to write and I'm so glad that it worked out. Thank you to all who have reviewed and enjoyed this story. I do have plans for more so although this story is over, there will be more. Thank you again.
Chapter 13:
Obi Wan clutched his chest as he watched the dark figures slowly climb. He began to feel a stabbing pain in his chest and he tried to dull it with the help of the Force. Beads of sweat began to form on his forehead and his vision began to blur. He closed his eyes briefly and swallowed hard. He then switched hands holding the vibro blade and wiped the sweat off them onto his pants.
Bryns glanced at the Jedi and grew concerned. He didn't know how much longer the apprentice would be able to hold onto consciousness. He noticed the beads of sweat and how the already pale features had somehow whitened a shade or two. He put a hand on the Jedi's shoulder. "Are you sure you can do this?" He asked.
Obi Wan wiped his forehead with the back of his hand and shrugged. "I guess we'll find out."
Viggo exchanged a worried glance with Bryns and then turned his attention back to the intruders. He assessed the situation and noticed the Rangers' lusians tied to a tree just below. He quickly aimed his bow caster.
Bryns looked at Viggo aim the weapon. "What are you doing?" He asked. "If we make the first move then they'll be angry."
Viggo glanced at Bryns. "I'm going to buy us some time." He said and shot the bow caster at the tree the animals were attached to.
The tree went up in flames and the animals tried to get away. The hoofed creature reared and screamed in terror. Half of the dark figures dropped down to save the animals.
Obi Wan looked at Viggo and silently thanked him for his quick thinking. He then turned his attention to the remaining figures gaining closer to them. He tried to steady himself for the attack. He then noticed Viggo had disappeared, he looked at Bryns who shrugged.
Viggo ran up the side of the cliff as fast as he could, reaching the top in record time. He glanced down and noticed the Rangers were almost upon his friends. He then aimed his bow caster at a group of boulders that were on the edge of the cliff. He shot his bow and freed the rocks, causing them to roll down the hill side.
Bryns and Obi Wan heard a loud sound coming from above them. They turned and saw numerous boulders heading down the side of the cliff. Obi Wan grabbed Bryns and pushed him back just as the first of the rocks rolled past them. The Rangers began to run down the cliff, trying to save themselves. The lead Ranger however was able to reach them just as the boulders came crashing down.
The dark figure stared at Obi Wan, who in turn stared back. Both were breathing heavy and both were reaching for their weapons. Obi Wan tried to call on the Force for help, but he found his connection muffled. He didn't know which concerned him more, the fever that wouldn't go away or the fact that he had trouble calling on the Force. He tried to calm his mind and concentrate on the moment.
The two men circled each other as they prepared to battle. The Ranger then made the first move and lunged at Obi Wan. The two vibro blades connected with each other making a loud hiss. Obi Wan pushed his opponent off him and kicked him in the chest. The Ranger fell back, but quickly composed himself.
The battle continued as a distinct object in the distance grew closer; Obi Wan noticed the object and thought he recognized the shape of the ship heading towards them. He quickly shook off the feeling and decided his fever was playing with him. 'You're on your own Kenobi, your master isn't coming.' He told himself. 'Now act like a Jedi and finish this.'
He blocked another swing from his opponent's blade and tired again to call upon the Force. He could feel the Force flowing through many beings. He felt it in Viggo, and strangely he felt more Force presence heading towards him. He used what was left of his energy and Force Pushed the Ranger off the side of the cliff.
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Qui Gon and Kia had landed on the top of the hill, and Viggo ran to meet them. Kia ran down the ramp of the ship and jumped into Viggo's arms. He held her tightly. "I was so worried about you." He said as he put her back on the ground. "I sensed you were in danger." He held her face, stroking her cheek with his thumb.
She grabbed his hand and held it. "Now is not the time for this." She said and looked back at Qui Gon who had just exited the ship. "This is Jedi master Qui Gon Jinn." She introduced him. "Qui Gon this is Viggo Yulende. He saved Obi Wan and me from the Rangers."
Qui Gon bowed. "Then I owe you a debt for saving my apprentice."
Viggo then remembered Obi Wan. "Don't thank me yet master Jedi, your apprentice is in really bad shape."
The three quickly scaled down the cliff to the opening which served as Viggo's home. As they reached their destination they witnessed Obi Wan displaying a great amount of power and Force pushing the last Ranger away from him. Qui Gon quickly used the Force to help the Ranger land safely. He then turned and noticed Obi Wan collapse to the ground. His breath caught at the sight.
Kia ran to Obi Wan's side and knelt down beside him. "No!" She screamed as she held his head in her lap. "You cannot give up now." She pleaded with him. "You've come so far. . . Ben please."
Obi Wan struggled to stay awake, but his body just wanted to sleep. His vision continued to blur as he stared up at Kia, her blonde hair falling out of its bun, her blue eyes filling with tears. As the darkness threatened to overtake him he noticed a large figure heading towards him. "Master." Obi Wan said under his breath.
Qui Gon knelt next to his fallen apprentice. "I'm here Obi Wan." He said, but it was in vain because Obi Wan had lost consciousness. He quickly scooped the young man in his arms and headed for his ship. "I've got to get him back to the Temple."
He left the three friends alone to ponder what had just happened. Viggo put an arm around Kia. "I'm sure he'll be ok." He whispered in her ear.
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*TEN YEARS LATER*
"Master we are supposed to be starting our assignment from the council." Anakin Skywalker wined to his teacher as they entered a turbo lift at the Senate apartment building.
Obi Wan eyed his apprentice and smiled. "Since when are you so anxious to start a new assignment?" The older Jedi chuckled. "Relax padawan, this will be a brief visit, I promise."
The two Jedi exited the lift and walked down the hall. They came to a large set of double doors at the end of the hall and knocked. Obi Wan straightened his tunic and ran a hand through his shoulder length hair. Anakin shook his head. "I thought you didn't like politicians master." He said with a snide attitude.
Obi Wan cocked an eyebrow at his apprentice and shook his head, deciding not to answer that remark. The door finally opened and a blonde haired woman looked at the two Jedi. "Yes can I help. . . " She stopped mid sentence when she noticed who had come to see her. "Ben!" She almost shouted in surprise. "How wonderful it is to see you." She grabbed Obi Wan by the arm and led him inside. "Do come in, but excuse the mess Viggo is away to a senate meeting and his files are everywhere in the apartment."
Anakin looked at his master as they entered the apartment. /Ben?/ He asked through their bond.
/I'll explain later./ Obi Wan answered and gave Kia a kiss on her hand. "You are looking well." He told her, eyeing her swollen stomach. "How much longer?" He asked, putting a hand on her belly.
She looked down at his hand. "Anytime now." She sighed, and I'll just be glad it's over." She smiled at her old friend. "You are looking good as well." She commented. "Of course you will always look good as oppose to the first time we met."
Obi Wan nodded. "Yes, not one of my most flattering times I will admit." He sat on the couch with her and noticed his apprentice looking very bored. "How is Viggo?" Obi Wan asked.
Kia smiled. "He's doing wonderful; he is part of the loyalist group that is opposed to the creation of an army. He loves being here on Courascant and in the Senate." She smiled. "I on the other hand sometimes miss home."
"Speaking of home how is everything there?" Obi Wan asked.
"Things have never been better master Jedi." Kia answered, putting pieces of blonde hair behind her ears. "I think the old way of life is finally being forgotten, since we joined the Republic and started trading, we have never been more prosperous. Bryns is head of the science labs now, and mom is still a healer." She looked at Obi Wan then at Anakin. "So is this the talented student I've heard so much about?" She asked and both turned their attention to the tall boy leaning against the wall.
Anakin, realizing the conversation turned to him, quickly straightened up. Obi Wan snickered and turned back to Kia. "Sometimes I wonder." He said and Anakin frowned. "Yes Milady, let me introduce you to Anakin Skywalker." He motioned towards Anakin. "Anakin this is my good friends Kia Yulende." He looked back at Kia. "Kia rescued me a long time ago."
"Rescued you?" Anakin looked shocked, and then smiled. "Isn't there anyone in this galaxy who haven't come to your rescue at some point master?" He joked.
Obi Wan turned to Anakin. "Well padawan, no one has rescued me from you as of yet." Anakin stiffened then smiled and shook his head. Obi Wan gave his apprentice a wink and turned back to Kia.
Kia looked at Anakin. "Yes well he had a run in with a scientist running dangerous experiments on the Force."
Anakin raised an eyebrow. "Dr. Zan Arbor?" He asked and Kia nodded. "Master you never told me about that, you always said that Master Qui Gon was held by her." Anakin put his hands on his hips.
Obi Wan sighed and looked at Kia. "Well padawan, it's a time of my life that I really don't like to talk about."
"But you should've told me." Anakin pressed the subject. "What else are you keeping from me?" He asked.
Kia looked between the two Jedi and saw the look on her friend's face. She rose to her feet and walked up to Anakin. "It is a story for another day Anakin," She looked back at Obi Wan. "What your master went through isn't an easy thing to talk about." She whispered. "Don't be angry with him."
Anakin looked at his master and sighed. "I'm sorry master, I over stepped my boundaries."
Obi Wan rose to his feet. "I would expect nothing less Anakin." Anakin lowered his head at that. "But your curiosity is what makes you special, makes you care." He put a hand on Anakin's shoulder. "But just remember to practice patience my young apprentice." Anakin nodded.
"Yes master."
Obi Wan turned to Kia and gave her a hug. "I am sorry for the shortness of our visit, we are here on business." Kia nodded. "And don't forget to call me when that baby is born, I would like to be the one to do a midi chlorian count on her."
Kia smiled. "I wouldn't have it any other way.
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Obi Wan waved to Kia as the doors to the turbo lift closed he then turned his thoughts on the task at hand. To his left Anakin squirmed, he was full of anxiety. Obi Wan turned his gaze to his young charge. "You seem a little on edge." He observed.
"Not at all." Anakin answered, fidgeting more.
"I haven't felt you this tense since we fell into that nest of Gundarks." Obi Wan commented.
Anakin looked at his master and scoffed. "You fell into that nightmare master, and I rescued you. Remember?"
Obi Wan smiled. "Oh yes." He stated, and shared a brief laugh with his apprentice.
*THE END!