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Mirage of the Midnight Sun
A skywalker family fic.Slightly AU, follows the plot of the series but has a few tweeks here and there. Starts with Vader capturing Leia on EP IV. I cant remember much of the dialogue and some names of the officers and stuff, so forgive me if i have to improvise.
Chapter 6: Hopes in Confusion
"Ouch!"...huh?...Luke was startled. He realized that he had been staring into nothing for a very long time.He checked his surroundings...oh well..he had been cleaning droid parts in his uncles scrap yard moments before he fell into some sort of trance and started relieving his less than happy childhood days...he then noticed the source of his "awakening"...his right hand palm throbbed...ow...been scouring the circuit braker too hard...the scouring knife must have slipped...and...weird things happened frequently these past few days...oh well...just then, Luke saw, or thought he saw a bright streak in the Tatooine skyline...somehow he had a bad feeling about it...meteorite perhaps...but it was only noon...meteorites often fall in the evening...really weird...but its better than mundane...with another sigh Luke decided that he had enough with the circuit braker...he wiped his hands on the washcloth and headed outside the yard...his face suddenly brightened...for he remembered that today he was going to pick up some power converters at the Toshi Station...of course there was nothing interesting about the errand itself...what was interesting was what he would do afterwards...he was to meet with his childhood friends Biggs Darklighter, Eirine Lumino and Colos Desko afterwards, they planned to have a get-together, by way of a pod race on Beggar's Canyon before Eirine and Biggs leave for the Academy,and Colos to the Spice Mines of Kessel to help his father. Luke once again felt an immeasurable envy towards his friends..."when will i get out of here?!"..he whispered unto himself in frustration.he had asked his uncle several times about his application to the Academy, but then, the answer was always no..well, not really...his uncle kept on saying..."Only one more season. This year we'll make enough on the harvest so I'll be able to hire some more hands. And then you can go to the Academy next year."...not exactly the same phrase, but a varied version of that..and Luke felt increasingly like a caged animal...he was so absorbed in his own thoughts and did not notice when his Aunt Beru came across the yard, carrying some Ertice Sticks, these long bulb-like plants were their main crop...Ow!...too late he bumped, more like crashed into Aunt Beru..."Oh...im so sorry Aunt Beru..i wasnt looking and..." Luke hurriedly picked the scattered plants. His Aunt just smiled and waved her hand dimissively..."Nothing to be sorry about Luke, you didnt break a bone." she added chuckling..."Is everything alright Luke? I noticed your face earlier..you seem to be upset about something..." Aunt Beru inquired softly...even though she knew the reason for that more or less..."Oh, nothing Aunt Beru...just thinking...you know my friends are leaving for the Academy...while I..." He began in a very dejected tone...His Auntie embraced him...and kissed him on the forehead, much like when he was little."I know, dont worry, I'll talk to your Uncle, who knows i might convince him once again..." she said sympathetically...Luke said nothing.But smiled and hugged his Auntie back..."Where's Uncle?"...he finally said, changing the topic and handling the last of the sticks to his Aunt..."oh he's outside, expecting Jawas...we need new droids...i'll be in the kitchen, tell your uncle that in case he comes looking for me..."..."of course..."...he said and watched his Aunt disappear inside the house...then a strange forebodding overcame him...he suddenly felt like he'll never see his Aunt again..."Hey, Aunt Beru!" he called before she totally went inside..."yes, Luke?"..."Thank You for Everything."..."You're welcome Luke, as always."...Luke decided to forget that strange feeling and went outside to assist his uncle some more before meeting his friends...still he couldnt shake his increasing dread, something was going to happen today, something unexpected, something drastic, very drastic...get it together Skywalker...he berated himself..you'll end up looking like a Hutt, if you keep thoughts like that...
Darth Vader stood patiently behind Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin's chair, but in reality the Dark Lord was irritated, his meeting with Governor Tarkin and the other Imperial Officers was taking toll on his nerves, he'd rather strangle all of them to death, if only the circumstances would permit,even in his early days as an Imperial he never had much tolerance with politics and all the business surrounding it, for him politicians do nothing but beat around the bush rather than come up with up-to-the minute solutions to problems at hand...but no, he does not hate ALL politicians, after all his master once was a politician in the Old Republic and so was his...no Padme was not your wife..he painfully corrected himself, she was Anakin Skywalker's wife, and Anakin was long gone, if not his body, then his spirit and his humanity.. that's the reason he asked to be given a more marshall role in the imperial hierarchy, much to the envy and dismay of many.... yes, including the "much revered" Governor Tarkin and that very talkative Grand Admiral Motti who, for the last thirty minutes have done nothing but brag and boast about his creation,eventually prompting Vader to remind him which power is greater, but to Vader's dismay Tarkin intervened,..."as you wish.." the Dark Lord intoned.But of course it did not change his opinion on the matter and of Motti, there was nothing more powerful than the Power of the Force...you couldnt expect people like Motti to appreciate that...he thought disdainfully...even though Tarkin and Motti were not politicians per se, they tend to act like one at times which greatly annoys the Dark Lord, and these were one of those times...Vader gritted what was left of his teeth inside the mask, while the Admirals argued over...nothing...at least in Vader's opinion...the solution was always clear for him...always."We cannot do that! If the Senate finds out, this could generate sympathy for the rebellion..." a particularly plump officer named Reiter was saying..."The Emperor has recently abolished the Imperial Senate, following Organa's capture. The direct command was handed to the Regional Governors..."Tarkin explained...more arguments...Vader focused his attention to the dot at the back of Tarkin's chair, to avoid more unpleasant thoughts involving his "comrades", just when he thought the dot was turning into a hole because of his concentration..."Lord Vader,"...Tarkin's acrid voice forced him back to reality.."the meeting is adjourned, for now, do what it takes, and I mean all means, to make Organa reveal what she knows.Those plans WILL be recovered at all costs.We shall convene again later to analyze the results."..."of course."...Vader answered back as politely as possible and swiftly went out of the room, pushing back some of the other officers on his way out.
First things first, before the Dark Lord headed to the direction of the Maximum Security Prison, he went to his med chamber and contacted his crew on the Executor. "Commander,did you find anything else when you searched the rebel ship?"..."we found a few things, my lord, though I doubt that they would be important, mostly personal belongings of the Senator..."..."i will decide what is important and what is not, commander." Vader cut in. It isnt unlikely for spies and rebels to conceal something on their personal belongings, even though the Princess would be far too smart to do that. According to spy reports she had lead several dangerous and important missions since joining the Rebellion including the damaging raid on the heavily guarded Imperial Armory on Katal. It had been a nearly fatal blow, fortunately the rebels had been unable to steal the intended bio-chemical weapons on the Laboratory Level as reinforcements arrived on time. So leaving something that can be used against her on her belongings is decidedly something beyond the Princess. But just the same he had to be sure."Send someone to deliver all the recovered items to me" the Dark Lord said at last."Yes, My Lord." and the Commander's image flickered and disappeared. The Dark Lord decided to meditate while waiting for the said materials to be delivered, mainly to quiet the recent emotional turmoil within him...something he hasnt experienced in a very long time since he became Darth Vader...he opened himself to the Force, letting it envelope his consciousness...almost all at once memories came flooding back to him...
//"...that flower could be found in the Caves of Elysium, up in the Nubian highlands...it's very rare and very beautiful..." Padme finished with a smile."What was the name of the flower?"...Anakin asked again...he was so entranced on Padme's face as she spoke...that he forgot to really pay attention to what she was actually saying, which both flattered and annoyed Padme..."Ani, you weren't paying attention to me!"...she said glaring at him..."Hey, I'm listening, I'm looking at you the whole time!" he jockingly defended himself..."Anakin Skywalker, we use the ears for listening!" Padme said while she pulled his left ear..."OW! No fair Senator! I'll report this to the Council, Abuse of a Jedi Knight!"..."oh really!?!" Padme countered,putting her hands on her hips and running after Anakin who had began to run to the meadows laughing.
Anakin continued to run to the riverside, he was mesmerized for a moment by the beauty of the giant cascading waterfalls and the equally giant but slippery rocks a few feet from him,and the river current was quite dangerous too, he noted...then noticed that Padme was no longer following...where could she be?..."Hey, Padme?!...where are you?" he asked, trying to keep the laughter out of his voice...no answer...it was too quiet..."Padme??!..no answer still...he thought about using the force, then saw a part of Padme's summer dress on one of the rocks...it was torn...his danger sense flared...what if she fell while chasing after me??...what have i...? but before he could finish his thoughts Padme tackled him from behind, laughing..."Hah! I got you there! you should have seen your face! It was priceless!"...she said triumphantly..."You scared me!"...he said in mock anger..."and for that..."...he pulled Pame closer and kissed her deeply...
"So, the name of the flower again?"...he asked as they were walking back to the house..."I will not tell you again, because you were not listening, but I will describe it to you, so you will know."...was Padme's answer..."Ok, ok, I give up , I'm sorry ok? So, how does it look like then?"..."It's the only flower that splits into two as time goes by, and the strange thing is, one has all black petals and the other has all white..."..."oh, that was nice..." Anakin conceded. Padme stopped for a while and looked piercingly at Anakin..."Hey, what is it? did i say something wrong?" the jedi knight said with a hint of alarm.."No, it's not that, Ani, how would you feel if...if...you were to become a father?"...Anakin was taken aback by the question...could it be that...seeing his reaction Padme explained further..."No, it's not what you're thinking, i wasnt pregnant yet...but eventually i'll be...i just want to know how you would feel?..."Padme, what kind of question was that?"...he said, a little hurt...true. he never had a father, but that doesn't mean he'll never be a good one, right?..."Ani, I didnt mean to... it's just a question, please..."..."Nah, it's nothing, dont worry." Anakin squeezed Padme's hand for assurance. "Of course, i'll be the happiest person in the whole galaxy! They will be the Prince and Princess of my life, as their mother was the Queen." He said solemnly...Padme beamed and embraced him before they continued walking to the direction of the house hand in hand...I will always protect my children...I will make sure they'll never suffer like i did...i'll always love them...he thought, feeling already protective to the still unnamed and unformed soul or souls...somewhere in time...//
A sound invaded his meditation..."Yes, Commander..." The Dark Lord intoned, feeling annoyed at the image in the screen."Lord Vader, the Senator's personal effects had been delivered a few minutes ago."..."Bring them to me.Here, in my chamber. I will personally conduct the examination."..."Yes My Lord." And the Commander's image was gone...i am missing something...he thought uneasily...Darth Vader felt that he was on the edge of something...something he should know...something very important...and this definitely has something to do with Leia Organa...he was almost sure...almost...not because she was a member of the Rebel Alliance...but because of something more important...but what?? the tension was so thick in the air that Vader was sure he could cut it with a light saber. The door beeped, signaling that someone was at the other side."Come in."...A droid emerged from the chamber's open doors, carrying the materials he requested..."Would you be requiring anything else sir?" the droid asked."Nothing." After the droid had left Vader started inspecting the Princess' personal effects...hoping that he will find the answers to his invisible query...what he discovered was not an answer but more questions and revelations...things that tore at what was left of his heart...Princess?...
The Dark Lord stood up and proceeded to the Medical Section...He will have to confirm this...The Doctor on duty was surprised and afraid. He couldnt explain what was Lord Vader here for. His monthly Physical had just gone through the other day..."i must have done something wrong." he muttered, certain of impending doom, as the Dark Lord approached. still he had to do his job.."How may i help you, Lord Vader?" the young doctor asked, trying to keep the fear out of his voice, but his voice cracked anyway. "Doctor Reinhard, I want you to conduct a blood test on Senator Organa. Cel Block M-985. I also want you to access her medical records since her birth, up to now. You are not to tell anyone about this.You will answer only to me. Is that clear? Inform me right away if you come across anything.".."yes, sir."...and with that Darth Vader turned on his heel and headed back the way he came...the doctor was somewhat puzzled, Lord Vader seemed occupied about something, but then that was none of his business...he proceeded to do what the Dark Lord told him to.
Leia Organa's fear doubled...no, tripled, now that she was actually held prisoner on the Imperial Battle Station.She stood up...and sat back again...she repeated these actions a few more times before finally settling into a sitting position in the small cot, inside the cramped holding cell...they must have lacked budget when they built these...either that or they plan to kill their prisoners by way of claustrophobia...she thought with half a smile, her wry sense of humor kicking in...but she knew that the prison block was heavily guarded despite its modest appearance...after all they wouldnt be calling this Maximum Security, right? she whispered with a sigh. She reached inside her clothing for the necklace given to her by Padme, it gave her some measure of comfort...at this moment she longed to be her younger self...running through the shores of the Alderaani Bay...Padme fastening a crown of shells on her hair...playing hide and seek on the Palace Garden..."come out,come out wherever you are!....Padme would say....where could she be now?...are you even worried about me?!...she bitterly asked the kind image inside her mind...even though she wont admitt it Leia was somehow angry with Padme for leaving her...especially when you promised to stay forever...she added...but then...it wasnt the right time to be thinking about that, she told herself and concentrated even more on the situation at hand...Darth Vader hasnt come for her yet, not that she wants him to, the last thing she would want was to be anywhere near him, but all this waiting was already draining her precious reserve of courage...why cant they just get this over with?! she thought furiously...for she kept imagining different scenarios of her torture...just when she thought she couldnt take it anymore, the cell door parted and the Dark Lord emerged from behind them..At last...Leia thought grimly.
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Thanks to Heiwa-kun from Animeasylum Philippines for reading this fic! ^_^
Mirage of the Midnight Sun
A skywalker family fic.Slightly AU, follows the plot of the series but has a few tweeks here and there. Starts with Vader capturing Leia on EP IV. I cant remember much of the dialogue and some names of the officers and stuff, so forgive me if i have to improvise.
Chapter 6: Hopes in Confusion
"Ouch!"...huh?...Luke was startled. He realized that he had been staring into nothing for a very long time.He checked his surroundings...oh well..he had been cleaning droid parts in his uncles scrap yard moments before he fell into some sort of trance and started relieving his less than happy childhood days...he then noticed the source of his "awakening"...his right hand palm throbbed...ow...been scouring the circuit braker too hard...the scouring knife must have slipped...and...weird things happened frequently these past few days...oh well...just then, Luke saw, or thought he saw a bright streak in the Tatooine skyline...somehow he had a bad feeling about it...meteorite perhaps...but it was only noon...meteorites often fall in the evening...really weird...but its better than mundane...with another sigh Luke decided that he had enough with the circuit braker...he wiped his hands on the washcloth and headed outside the yard...his face suddenly brightened...for he remembered that today he was going to pick up some power converters at the Toshi Station...of course there was nothing interesting about the errand itself...what was interesting was what he would do afterwards...he was to meet with his childhood friends Biggs Darklighter, Eirine Lumino and Colos Desko afterwards, they planned to have a get-together, by way of a pod race on Beggar's Canyon before Eirine and Biggs leave for the Academy,and Colos to the Spice Mines of Kessel to help his father. Luke once again felt an immeasurable envy towards his friends..."when will i get out of here?!"..he whispered unto himself in frustration.he had asked his uncle several times about his application to the Academy, but then, the answer was always no..well, not really...his uncle kept on saying..."Only one more season. This year we'll make enough on the harvest so I'll be able to hire some more hands. And then you can go to the Academy next year."...not exactly the same phrase, but a varied version of that..and Luke felt increasingly like a caged animal...he was so absorbed in his own thoughts and did not notice when his Aunt Beru came across the yard, carrying some Ertice Sticks, these long bulb-like plants were their main crop...Ow!...too late he bumped, more like crashed into Aunt Beru..."Oh...im so sorry Aunt Beru..i wasnt looking and..." Luke hurriedly picked the scattered plants. His Aunt just smiled and waved her hand dimissively..."Nothing to be sorry about Luke, you didnt break a bone." she added chuckling..."Is everything alright Luke? I noticed your face earlier..you seem to be upset about something..." Aunt Beru inquired softly...even though she knew the reason for that more or less..."Oh, nothing Aunt Beru...just thinking...you know my friends are leaving for the Academy...while I..." He began in a very dejected tone...His Auntie embraced him...and kissed him on the forehead, much like when he was little."I know, dont worry, I'll talk to your Uncle, who knows i might convince him once again..." she said sympathetically...Luke said nothing.But smiled and hugged his Auntie back..."Where's Uncle?"...he finally said, changing the topic and handling the last of the sticks to his Aunt..."oh he's outside, expecting Jawas...we need new droids...i'll be in the kitchen, tell your uncle that in case he comes looking for me..."..."of course..."...he said and watched his Aunt disappear inside the house...then a strange forebodding overcame him...he suddenly felt like he'll never see his Aunt again..."Hey, Aunt Beru!" he called before she totally went inside..."yes, Luke?"..."Thank You for Everything."..."You're welcome Luke, as always."...Luke decided to forget that strange feeling and went outside to assist his uncle some more before meeting his friends...still he couldnt shake his increasing dread, something was going to happen today, something unexpected, something drastic, very drastic...get it together Skywalker...he berated himself..you'll end up looking like a Hutt, if you keep thoughts like that...
Darth Vader stood patiently behind Grand Moff Wilhuff Tarkin's chair, but in reality the Dark Lord was irritated, his meeting with Governor Tarkin and the other Imperial Officers was taking toll on his nerves, he'd rather strangle all of them to death, if only the circumstances would permit,even in his early days as an Imperial he never had much tolerance with politics and all the business surrounding it, for him politicians do nothing but beat around the bush rather than come up with up-to-the minute solutions to problems at hand...but no, he does not hate ALL politicians, after all his master once was a politician in the Old Republic and so was his...no Padme was not your wife..he painfully corrected himself, she was Anakin Skywalker's wife, and Anakin was long gone, if not his body, then his spirit and his humanity.. that's the reason he asked to be given a more marshall role in the imperial hierarchy, much to the envy and dismay of many.... yes, including the "much revered" Governor Tarkin and that very talkative Grand Admiral Motti who, for the last thirty minutes have done nothing but brag and boast about his creation,eventually prompting Vader to remind him which power is greater, but to Vader's dismay Tarkin intervened,..."as you wish.." the Dark Lord intoned.But of course it did not change his opinion on the matter and of Motti, there was nothing more powerful than the Power of the Force...you couldnt expect people like Motti to appreciate that...he thought disdainfully...even though Tarkin and Motti were not politicians per se, they tend to act like one at times which greatly annoys the Dark Lord, and these were one of those times...Vader gritted what was left of his teeth inside the mask, while the Admirals argued over...nothing...at least in Vader's opinion...the solution was always clear for him...always."We cannot do that! If the Senate finds out, this could generate sympathy for the rebellion..." a particularly plump officer named Reiter was saying..."The Emperor has recently abolished the Imperial Senate, following Organa's capture. The direct command was handed to the Regional Governors..."Tarkin explained...more arguments...Vader focused his attention to the dot at the back of Tarkin's chair, to avoid more unpleasant thoughts involving his "comrades", just when he thought the dot was turning into a hole because of his concentration..."Lord Vader,"...Tarkin's acrid voice forced him back to reality.."the meeting is adjourned, for now, do what it takes, and I mean all means, to make Organa reveal what she knows.Those plans WILL be recovered at all costs.We shall convene again later to analyze the results."..."of course."...Vader answered back as politely as possible and swiftly went out of the room, pushing back some of the other officers on his way out.
First things first, before the Dark Lord headed to the direction of the Maximum Security Prison, he went to his med chamber and contacted his crew on the Executor. "Commander,did you find anything else when you searched the rebel ship?"..."we found a few things, my lord, though I doubt that they would be important, mostly personal belongings of the Senator..."..."i will decide what is important and what is not, commander." Vader cut in. It isnt unlikely for spies and rebels to conceal something on their personal belongings, even though the Princess would be far too smart to do that. According to spy reports she had lead several dangerous and important missions since joining the Rebellion including the damaging raid on the heavily guarded Imperial Armory on Katal. It had been a nearly fatal blow, fortunately the rebels had been unable to steal the intended bio-chemical weapons on the Laboratory Level as reinforcements arrived on time. So leaving something that can be used against her on her belongings is decidedly something beyond the Princess. But just the same he had to be sure."Send someone to deliver all the recovered items to me" the Dark Lord said at last."Yes, My Lord." and the Commander's image flickered and disappeared. The Dark Lord decided to meditate while waiting for the said materials to be delivered, mainly to quiet the recent emotional turmoil within him...something he hasnt experienced in a very long time since he became Darth Vader...he opened himself to the Force, letting it envelope his consciousness...almost all at once memories came flooding back to him...
//"...that flower could be found in the Caves of Elysium, up in the Nubian highlands...it's very rare and very beautiful..." Padme finished with a smile."What was the name of the flower?"...Anakin asked again...he was so entranced on Padme's face as she spoke...that he forgot to really pay attention to what she was actually saying, which both flattered and annoyed Padme..."Ani, you weren't paying attention to me!"...she said glaring at him..."Hey, I'm listening, I'm looking at you the whole time!" he jockingly defended himself..."Anakin Skywalker, we use the ears for listening!" Padme said while she pulled his left ear..."OW! No fair Senator! I'll report this to the Council, Abuse of a Jedi Knight!"..."oh really!?!" Padme countered,putting her hands on her hips and running after Anakin who had began to run to the meadows laughing.
Anakin continued to run to the riverside, he was mesmerized for a moment by the beauty of the giant cascading waterfalls and the equally giant but slippery rocks a few feet from him,and the river current was quite dangerous too, he noted...then noticed that Padme was no longer following...where could she be?..."Hey, Padme?!...where are you?" he asked, trying to keep the laughter out of his voice...no answer...it was too quiet..."Padme??!..no answer still...he thought about using the force, then saw a part of Padme's summer dress on one of the rocks...it was torn...his danger sense flared...what if she fell while chasing after me??...what have i...? but before he could finish his thoughts Padme tackled him from behind, laughing..."Hah! I got you there! you should have seen your face! It was priceless!"...she said triumphantly..."You scared me!"...he said in mock anger..."and for that..."...he pulled Pame closer and kissed her deeply...
"So, the name of the flower again?"...he asked as they were walking back to the house..."I will not tell you again, because you were not listening, but I will describe it to you, so you will know."...was Padme's answer..."Ok, ok, I give up , I'm sorry ok? So, how does it look like then?"..."It's the only flower that splits into two as time goes by, and the strange thing is, one has all black petals and the other has all white..."..."oh, that was nice..." Anakin conceded. Padme stopped for a while and looked piercingly at Anakin..."Hey, what is it? did i say something wrong?" the jedi knight said with a hint of alarm.."No, it's not that, Ani, how would you feel if...if...you were to become a father?"...Anakin was taken aback by the question...could it be that...seeing his reaction Padme explained further..."No, it's not what you're thinking, i wasnt pregnant yet...but eventually i'll be...i just want to know how you would feel?..."Padme, what kind of question was that?"...he said, a little hurt...true. he never had a father, but that doesn't mean he'll never be a good one, right?..."Ani, I didnt mean to... it's just a question, please..."..."Nah, it's nothing, dont worry." Anakin squeezed Padme's hand for assurance. "Of course, i'll be the happiest person in the whole galaxy! They will be the Prince and Princess of my life, as their mother was the Queen." He said solemnly...Padme beamed and embraced him before they continued walking to the direction of the house hand in hand...I will always protect my children...I will make sure they'll never suffer like i did...i'll always love them...he thought, feeling already protective to the still unnamed and unformed soul or souls...somewhere in time...//
A sound invaded his meditation..."Yes, Commander..." The Dark Lord intoned, feeling annoyed at the image in the screen."Lord Vader, the Senator's personal effects had been delivered a few minutes ago."..."Bring them to me.Here, in my chamber. I will personally conduct the examination."..."Yes My Lord." And the Commander's image was gone...i am missing something...he thought uneasily...Darth Vader felt that he was on the edge of something...something he should know...something very important...and this definitely has something to do with Leia Organa...he was almost sure...almost...not because she was a member of the Rebel Alliance...but because of something more important...but what?? the tension was so thick in the air that Vader was sure he could cut it with a light saber. The door beeped, signaling that someone was at the other side."Come in."...A droid emerged from the chamber's open doors, carrying the materials he requested..."Would you be requiring anything else sir?" the droid asked."Nothing." After the droid had left Vader started inspecting the Princess' personal effects...hoping that he will find the answers to his invisible query...what he discovered was not an answer but more questions and revelations...things that tore at what was left of his heart...Princess?...
The Dark Lord stood up and proceeded to the Medical Section...He will have to confirm this...The Doctor on duty was surprised and afraid. He couldnt explain what was Lord Vader here for. His monthly Physical had just gone through the other day..."i must have done something wrong." he muttered, certain of impending doom, as the Dark Lord approached. still he had to do his job.."How may i help you, Lord Vader?" the young doctor asked, trying to keep the fear out of his voice, but his voice cracked anyway. "Doctor Reinhard, I want you to conduct a blood test on Senator Organa. Cel Block M-985. I also want you to access her medical records since her birth, up to now. You are not to tell anyone about this.You will answer only to me. Is that clear? Inform me right away if you come across anything.".."yes, sir."...and with that Darth Vader turned on his heel and headed back the way he came...the doctor was somewhat puzzled, Lord Vader seemed occupied about something, but then that was none of his business...he proceeded to do what the Dark Lord told him to.
Leia Organa's fear doubled...no, tripled, now that she was actually held prisoner on the Imperial Battle Station.She stood up...and sat back again...she repeated these actions a few more times before finally settling into a sitting position in the small cot, inside the cramped holding cell...they must have lacked budget when they built these...either that or they plan to kill their prisoners by way of claustrophobia...she thought with half a smile, her wry sense of humor kicking in...but she knew that the prison block was heavily guarded despite its modest appearance...after all they wouldnt be calling this Maximum Security, right? she whispered with a sigh. She reached inside her clothing for the necklace given to her by Padme, it gave her some measure of comfort...at this moment she longed to be her younger self...running through the shores of the Alderaani Bay...Padme fastening a crown of shells on her hair...playing hide and seek on the Palace Garden..."come out,come out wherever you are!....Padme would say....where could she be now?...are you even worried about me?!...she bitterly asked the kind image inside her mind...even though she wont admitt it Leia was somehow angry with Padme for leaving her...especially when you promised to stay forever...she added...but then...it wasnt the right time to be thinking about that, she told herself and concentrated even more on the situation at hand...Darth Vader hasnt come for her yet, not that she wants him to, the last thing she would want was to be anywhere near him, but all this waiting was already draining her precious reserve of courage...why cant they just get this over with?! she thought furiously...for she kept imagining different scenarios of her torture...just when she thought she couldnt take it anymore, the cell door parted and the Dark Lord emerged from behind them..At last...Leia thought grimly.
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Thanks to Heiwa-kun from Animeasylum Philippines for reading this fic! ^_^