I am so incredibly sorry that this has taken nearly forever to update, and
that is so short. I really haven't had anytime to work on this, and I hit a
bit of a writer's block. But I think that's now passed. Thank you so much
for the reviews, they mean so much to me.
Sirius Skylighter-
Please don't send your Dragon at me, espically one from the dark side, that's a rather scary thought, a dragon from the dark side. . . LOL, thanks for you review.
shakespeare-
Hmm. . . I hope this explains your question some. It's kind of hard to explain what did happen, it's almost like the thing with the Re-Learning Circle and how they put them through the Re-Learning lessons and stuff, much like that but harsher. Thank you for your review
Arfea-
I'm glad you like the story, and I did check out your stuff, and I can't wait till you update. . . Sad Memories I think it is. Thanks for the review
Risa
Yes I got the point, I'm glad you like the story, thank you for your review
song*breeze-
Don't hurt yourself, I really don't wish to pay for medical bills. I do hope your nails have made it through okay. Thanks for your review
Ami Winner-
As for what happens, you're going to have to wait and read. And don't worry, it will continue, though it may be a bit slow. Thank you for your review
Chapter 11: One Step Closer
Qui-Gon woke with a start. Twice now had he had that dream, the first time he dismissed it off as nothing, but now it started to worry him. Dreams could sometimes serve as a warning, but Obi-Wan wasn't evil. Yet dreams of such could not be taken lightly, nor be taken seriously, he knew that well.
Swinging his legs over the sleep couch, Qui-Gon made his way over to the door. Perhaps a walk would calm his nerves. The temple was quiet as the hours reached into the early morning, only the sounds of the cooks in the kitchen accompanied the halls.
Qui-Gon made his way through the halls quickly, no longer roaming. Indeed he had had the place in mind before he had even left his room. He was going to check up on Obi-Wan. Why the feeling that something was wrong was beyond him. Perhaps his mind was playing tricks on him; maybe he was clueing into his dreams to far. But then again, it never did hurt to make certain.
Reaching the boy's sleeping quarters, Qui-Gon knocked on the door quietly. He knew the boy was a light sleeper, and expected an answer, but none came. He knocked a few more times; calling out his name, but after minutes passed all was still silent.
He pushed the door open, stepping inside, his eyes adjusted quickly to the darkness. But it was his ears that caught the faint sounds of a struggle. Turning to the bed he could see Obi-Wan, sleeping comfortlessly. He twisted in his sheets, muttering inaudible words, as if trying to fight off a demon.
Qui-Gon moved quickly to his side, trying to wake the boy, but his actions only seemed to increase Obi-Wan's panic. Qui-Gon placed a hand on top of the boy's brow and grimaced. He was burning with fever. Scooping the boy up in his arms he made his way quickly out of the room. He had to get him to the medics, and quickly.
*~*~*~*~
The sun had risen hours ago, and still Qui-Gon stood, pacing wordlessly, waiting for news of Obi-Wan's condition. He had been shooed from the medic room hours ago as the medics worked to calm the boy. His sudden condition worried Qui-Gon. What had happened?
Bant was also there, asleep in one of the chairs. She had arrived in the early morning, only half-awake. Now her fatigue had gotten the better of her. Qui-Gon stopped pacing for a moment. Thinking over all that had happened.
Why hadn't he sensed it before? The evil that rested inside Obi-Wan was real and he was prepared to do most anything to release the boy from it. He didn't deserve such a fate.
At that moment Winna came out and smiled, seeing Qui-Gon in his restless state. "He will be well," she said quietly.
Qui-Gon jumped, momentarily surprised. He had not heard her enter the room. "Are you certain?"
Winna nodded. "It seems as if Obi-Wan has done most of it himself, fighting off the evil that lingered in his mind. We were able to talk to him, and it seems that things are far from over."
Qui-Gon gave her a curious look, and Winna explained all that Obi-Wan had told her. As she finished Qui-Gon shook his head.
"It seemed odd that Xanatos would just abandon him. It worries me that he is using children in his plans. I think it may be safer if I lead him away from the temple. He is after me."
"Yes, but as Obi-Wan claimed. Xanatos does believe you are dead. If he stays true to his word, than he will arrive here tomorrow night. Obi-Wan is supposed to meet him at the gate near the third floor and let him in. Then from there Xanatos has not told him yet what to do. The attack though is scheduled for the following morning," Winna explained quickly.
Qui-Gon didn't respond at first, his hand rested lightly on his chin. Winna took a step closer. "What are you thinking Qui-Gon?"
"I may have a plan. But I don't yet; things have yet to be known. I will consult the council on this later. As for now I wish to speak to Obi-Wan alone."
Winna nodded. "He is resting. The effect Xanatos had over him was overwhelming. He should be up by the next morning. Though he will not be completely recovered"
Qui-Gon nodded thoughtfully. "That is wonderful news, as well as disappointing. He is strong though, and he will pull through just fine, due to your skills. Both of us give you your thanks. If Bant should awake before I leave, have her wait until I do," Qui-Gon told her before entering the room, closing the door behind him.
TBC. . .
Sirius Skylighter-
Please don't send your Dragon at me, espically one from the dark side, that's a rather scary thought, a dragon from the dark side. . . LOL, thanks for you review.
shakespeare-
Hmm. . . I hope this explains your question some. It's kind of hard to explain what did happen, it's almost like the thing with the Re-Learning Circle and how they put them through the Re-Learning lessons and stuff, much like that but harsher. Thank you for your review
Arfea-
I'm glad you like the story, and I did check out your stuff, and I can't wait till you update. . . Sad Memories I think it is. Thanks for the review
Risa
Yes I got the point, I'm glad you like the story, thank you for your review
song*breeze-
Don't hurt yourself, I really don't wish to pay for medical bills. I do hope your nails have made it through okay. Thanks for your review
Ami Winner-
As for what happens, you're going to have to wait and read. And don't worry, it will continue, though it may be a bit slow. Thank you for your review
Chapter 11: One Step Closer
Qui-Gon woke with a start. Twice now had he had that dream, the first time he dismissed it off as nothing, but now it started to worry him. Dreams could sometimes serve as a warning, but Obi-Wan wasn't evil. Yet dreams of such could not be taken lightly, nor be taken seriously, he knew that well.
Swinging his legs over the sleep couch, Qui-Gon made his way over to the door. Perhaps a walk would calm his nerves. The temple was quiet as the hours reached into the early morning, only the sounds of the cooks in the kitchen accompanied the halls.
Qui-Gon made his way through the halls quickly, no longer roaming. Indeed he had had the place in mind before he had even left his room. He was going to check up on Obi-Wan. Why the feeling that something was wrong was beyond him. Perhaps his mind was playing tricks on him; maybe he was clueing into his dreams to far. But then again, it never did hurt to make certain.
Reaching the boy's sleeping quarters, Qui-Gon knocked on the door quietly. He knew the boy was a light sleeper, and expected an answer, but none came. He knocked a few more times; calling out his name, but after minutes passed all was still silent.
He pushed the door open, stepping inside, his eyes adjusted quickly to the darkness. But it was his ears that caught the faint sounds of a struggle. Turning to the bed he could see Obi-Wan, sleeping comfortlessly. He twisted in his sheets, muttering inaudible words, as if trying to fight off a demon.
Qui-Gon moved quickly to his side, trying to wake the boy, but his actions only seemed to increase Obi-Wan's panic. Qui-Gon placed a hand on top of the boy's brow and grimaced. He was burning with fever. Scooping the boy up in his arms he made his way quickly out of the room. He had to get him to the medics, and quickly.
*~*~*~*~
The sun had risen hours ago, and still Qui-Gon stood, pacing wordlessly, waiting for news of Obi-Wan's condition. He had been shooed from the medic room hours ago as the medics worked to calm the boy. His sudden condition worried Qui-Gon. What had happened?
Bant was also there, asleep in one of the chairs. She had arrived in the early morning, only half-awake. Now her fatigue had gotten the better of her. Qui-Gon stopped pacing for a moment. Thinking over all that had happened.
Why hadn't he sensed it before? The evil that rested inside Obi-Wan was real and he was prepared to do most anything to release the boy from it. He didn't deserve such a fate.
At that moment Winna came out and smiled, seeing Qui-Gon in his restless state. "He will be well," she said quietly.
Qui-Gon jumped, momentarily surprised. He had not heard her enter the room. "Are you certain?"
Winna nodded. "It seems as if Obi-Wan has done most of it himself, fighting off the evil that lingered in his mind. We were able to talk to him, and it seems that things are far from over."
Qui-Gon gave her a curious look, and Winna explained all that Obi-Wan had told her. As she finished Qui-Gon shook his head.
"It seemed odd that Xanatos would just abandon him. It worries me that he is using children in his plans. I think it may be safer if I lead him away from the temple. He is after me."
"Yes, but as Obi-Wan claimed. Xanatos does believe you are dead. If he stays true to his word, than he will arrive here tomorrow night. Obi-Wan is supposed to meet him at the gate near the third floor and let him in. Then from there Xanatos has not told him yet what to do. The attack though is scheduled for the following morning," Winna explained quickly.
Qui-Gon didn't respond at first, his hand rested lightly on his chin. Winna took a step closer. "What are you thinking Qui-Gon?"
"I may have a plan. But I don't yet; things have yet to be known. I will consult the council on this later. As for now I wish to speak to Obi-Wan alone."
Winna nodded. "He is resting. The effect Xanatos had over him was overwhelming. He should be up by the next morning. Though he will not be completely recovered"
Qui-Gon nodded thoughtfully. "That is wonderful news, as well as disappointing. He is strong though, and he will pull through just fine, due to your skills. Both of us give you your thanks. If Bant should awake before I leave, have her wait until I do," Qui-Gon told her before entering the room, closing the door behind him.
TBC. . .