Disclaimer: Star Wars/anything from there Not mine. Anything else Mine. Also note that Jin speaks in text because he uses a different language that only Kailey can understand.

I don't know how long I lay there…The lunar goddesses giving way to the twin golden gods. But… they couldn't wake me… nothing could…The darkness plagued my mind, and wouldn't give up its prize so quickly…

Discovered unconscious by the elderly couple Iroso and Min'ka, I lived with them for the following nine years, working on their moisture farm. Though Iroso had a grudge against me for whatever reason, time melted his cold heart. The two accepted me as their own and I thought I had found a new home. But it is always calm before the storm…

"Kailey, time to wake up dear!" Groaning could be heard from underneath the pile of blankets, half already strung all over the dirt covered stone floor. The cloth was thrown back as a twelve year old girl stretched. Eyeing the pile around the bed, she sighed in disbelief.

"Okay, so how many sleepless nights does this make?" she muttered, dragging her feet to another pile of clothes. After picking off-white pants and tunic, she dressed and made her way to the kitchen.

Her eyes took in the familiar sights as the couple sat down at the table; Iroso's shiny, wrinkled bald head and Min'ka's short gray-red hair, both with their faded hazel eyes and sun baked skin. Kailey smiled, setting to work on making breakfast. Scrambled eggs and pancakes, the same meal she made every morning. "You guys really should think about changing your diet," she remarked, laying out the food in front of the two. Min'ka only laughed; the sound hollow and rough. Kailey frowned. As of late, the two seemed too distant, their skin turning to a pasty gray more and more each day. Always telling herself it was only the lack of sun, but something in the back of her head, a voice she rarely listened to yet knew was right, said other wise.

"What's wrong?" Her aqua gaze rose to meet the golden-green eyes of Iroso. She bit back a sob, watching as his eyes clouded little by little as she watched. His eyesight faded quick despite her attempts to prevent it. Shaking her head and smiling, she excused herself from the room. Her appearance was that of calm, hidden within the urge to cry out at the thought of a reunion with death.

Once out of earshot, Kailey leaned against the wall, holding her head. "They'll be fine," she whispered. "Just fine." Stepping lightly, she made her way to the storage rooms deep under ground. She checked the containers that glowed in the dim light with clear, clean water. Glancing around, she cupped her hands, sipping the icy liquid.

What do you think you're doing? Kailey let out a yelp, the water splattering all over her shirt. She glared at Jin, murder in her eyes. The orb returned the look, hovering over the barrel. How many times have I told you to stop stealing from the storage room? he questioned in his monotone drone, a simple sign of annoyance.

Kailey grumbled, "Since when is it stealing when I'm the one who's working and living here?" Jin scowled the best he could with his digital face, beeping in protest. She couldn't help but laugh. Though he was able to speak an ancient language she had been taught since birth, Jin still spent most his time beeping, clicking, and whistling to communicate. The red eyes narrowed and she breathed deep to control the laughter.

"Kailey, what's going on down there?" Min'ka called, voice raspy and detached.

"Just talking with Jin." The couple was pleased she had the computer to talk to, knowing they couldn't provide the companionship or replace the sentimental value he held. After checking the machines, she raced upstairs to continue with her chores. The hours dragged on, the house filled with her voice as she sang to pass the time. Iroso had commented before that her voice was able to make the sirens and angels green with envy. "You know Jin; I could try singing at some of the bars for some extra cash. What do ya think?" Her voice held a high note of excitement and hope as her eyes glowed with the dreams filling her young mind.

Jin lost altitude, beeping sadly. He knew of her wishes to be a famous singer, but they seemed too farfetched for the child. Jin watched her as she continued to sing. There was no way she could survive out there in her current condition.

Kailey… I'm not so sure… How could he tell her? Ever since the Night, Kailey hadn't been herself. Though she may appear to be a happy, carefree twelve year old, he could see the truth in those broken blue eyes. She lost something that night. But what?

I know Jin worried, but what was I to do? I was a child who'd seen the murder of her parents, lost her siblings, and didn't have anything else to live for. Min'ka and Iroso knew it, yet they still encouraged me to attempt to enjoy the time I had in this realm…

Aqua irises snapped open, her eyebrows knotted in frustration. Something was wrong. Sitting up on the pallet she slept on, Kailey listened for any abnormal sounds. Nothing. Slipping out of bed, she tip-toed down the hall to the room the elderly couple slept in. Peering though the crack in the door, her eyes widened. The two were gasping for breath, a dark figure standing over their broken bodies. Its head snapped up, twin pools of garnet burning deep into her soul. Plowing though the door, Kailey drew her daggers she kept strapped to her thighs. The silver blades caught the moonlight seeping through the windows, reflecting in her cold, hard eyes.

Scanning the figure over, she saw it was male, though couldn't be much older than herself. A black cloak was all that hid him from her piercing eyes, the pupils no more then slits as they absorbed all the light in the room. Though she couldn't see his face, she felt the boy smirk. "Don't get cocky," she warned. "I may be just a girl, but I've fought guys much larger than you." Her words spoke true; Kailey was known to be a tough fighter in the neighboring cities. There were few men brave enough to challenge the young human, and now it seemed, another would pay the price.

"Do you really think you can beat me? How can you… when you haven't even had any training?" His voice, calm and strong, yet betrayed his age, proving her assumption correct. A clear trace of pride and superiority dripped from his words. Her muscles flexed in irritation. The smirk grew, a chuckle emitting from him. "Well, if a fight is what you want…" Kailey hadn't even blinked before she felt him behind her, a blaster digging into her shoulder.

Growling, she whirled around, slashing the gun away. Her second dagger rose up to meet his middle, but he surprised her with his speed once again when he jumped back a few feet as the blade grazed the cloth of his cloak. But Kailey was anticipating the move, something fuelling her movements like oil to fire. Her limbs moved as if on their own, her mind clear. The boy gasped as her daggers bit deep into his shoulders; crimson liquid spurting from the mirror wounds. The hood of the cloak fell from his head and she finally saw the face of her opponent.

Ebony hair was just long enough to be held in a ponytail, his eyes narrowed in pure hatred. For a moment, she froze, suddenly conscious of how close she was to taking the boy's life. Somehow without her knowledge, her daggers were positioned to kill on both sides of his neck, leaving not a hair of room for escape. The blaster hung limp at his side, useless at a time like this. Or that was what she thought at least.

The scorching pain that raced through her shoulder forced a sharp cry of agony from her. She fell back, clutching her left shoulder. The liquid of life dripped out from between her fingers onto the dusty floor, gasps of breath soon following. He laughed, kneeling down next to her. "Oh, what's wrong? Don't want to cry?" She watched as he took something from his belt; a silver hilt, though no blade came from it. He pressed a single red button, a fire red blade erupting from the item. The laser gave off such a presence that Kailey knew of only one object like it.

I've only seen my mother's lightsabor, but I always knew she wasn't the only one to posses one. Though to see this brat with one, well…

"How… how did you get that?" she panted, eyes half shut as the pain grew by the moment. He only shrugged, bringing the lightsabor to the wound. This time, Kailey was able to bite back the scream of pain as the blade burned her flesh. The sound and smell of sizzling skin brought bile to her mouth, but she was able to control it. When the pain subsided, she found he'd burned the entire shoulder, a clear sign of a scar.

The boy stood, throwing his hood back on, and walked to the window. "I'm called Raven. Remember that, girl."

She couldn't help the sense of betrayal that sprang up when he shot her a sly smile and jumped out the window. Blinking, she became aware of the hoarse breathing from behind her. Cursing, she crawled over to the two, her eyes caught on the many wounds. "Gods… what did he do to you?"

The old woman couldn't even open her eyes as she whispered softly, "Kaylina, you mustn't worry about us. Our time has simply come…" Kailey shook her head; ignoring the fact Min'ka had used her full name. Refusing to believe her words, Kailey bit her lip and placed her hands over Min'ka's chest.

She could feel her chest just barely rise and fall with the shallow breaths she took, but it was still enough for Kailey. Closing her eyes, she concentrated. It was faint, but she could still feel the Force surrounding her. A sense of comfort reached her as warmth flowed through her aching body. She pushed the warmth though her arms, into the woman's body. Opening her eyes slightly, she could see her hands glowed with a white light; the light of healing.

Catori was always the better healer, just like I was the better fighter. But we both knew we had the same abilities. Catori was able to fight when the situation called for it. Just like I was able to heal when I needed it most. But… I doubt I'll ever be as great as a healer as my twin…

Iroso slapped her hands away, hissing, "That is enough! We accept our death… as should you, Kaylena." She could only stare, willing herself to wake from this dream. But, something deep within knew they were right. His eyes softened as he spoke. "Kailey, if you must do something… please end the pain." Hesitating only for a moment, she placed one hand on each of their foreheads. Once again concentrating, she tapped into the Force. This time, when she shoved the power into their bodies, she felt the living Force within them. A single tear rolled down her face as she captured the Force in them, pulling it from their bodies. When her eyes opened, she saw them sigh in relief for the final time.

For the following hours, she erected a pyre on which she burned them as the suns rose above the horizon, whispering ancient prayers in hopes their spirits would find peace. The coals finally died out, and Kailey removed her shirt. She carefully cleaned the wound given to her by the blaster and lightsabor. "I won't use the Force… I'll keep this scar… And someday, we'll meet again… Raven."