Starry, Starry Night: A Star Wars Romance

Written by: Sakura Solo

Disclaimer: I do not own Star Wars.

Chapter 2: Secret Admirer turned Lover

That afternoon, Jaina and Leia were cooing over the twins, when the doorbell rang. Jaina handed Liz to Leia, and went to the door. On the doorstep, was a dozen purple Endor roses, Jaina's favorite. Picking up the boquet, she walked into the house in a happy daze. Leia immediately recognized the look, and asked, "Who are they from?" Jaina blushed, "I don't know. But it comes with a letter." Both mother daughter read the note, which said:

"Darling Jaina,

I have pined for you for years now, but from a distance. Your beauty is not of this planet, or of anythimg lovely. I want to tell you this, I love you dearly. Please see me at Imperial City Park tonight at 8 pm."

Jaina squealed, and Leia laughed, "Looks like someone does love you." Jania blushed, "Thanks for the advice, Mom!" Giggling, she ran upstairs to pick out something to wear.

That night at dinner, Han was out of town, and Anakin was at a friend's house, while it was just Leia and the twins. "So, Jaya, you have a date," Jacen teased gently. Jaina just blushed. She had finally decided on wearing a long black dress that had a small train, and a feathery style hairdo. Jaina was still to nervous to eat much, and finally told them, "Well I'm off. Wish me luck." Taking her purse with her, she walked out the door.

Jacen nodded, "I just hope the guy isn't Jag Fel." Leia nodded, "Tell me about Jag." Jacen groaned, "I thought you would never ask! I mean, this guy has had the hots for Jaina since we were 12. I mean, he is a real pervert, and he has bedded quite a few girls, but never sees to continue the relationship. Its like he's fixated on having her as his girlfriend. He's just creepy." Leia nodded, "Thanks." Jacen nodded, "No problem."

Meanwhile, Jaiana had just reached the park. Little did she know that a probe droid was following her. It had been sent out by Jag Fel to follow her every move. It hid in some heavy foliage, as Jaina stepped out into the lamplight. Jaina walked towards an elaborate fountain, where she sat down and waited for mystery date.

Just then, she heard a voice recite: How long must I wait/for a tender and noble lady/to win my love..." Jaina smiled, this was from her favorite poem, and turned around to see Zekk standong there, in his Jedi robes. Jaina blushed, "Zekk! Your the one who-" Zekk gently took Jaina in his arms, and murmurred, "It was me who did that. I love you Jaina, and I want you to go to the dance with me. Will you do me the honor if being my date?" "Of course," Jaina breathed, and after that was said, Zekk pulled her into a sweet, soft kiss.

After a minute, they both came up for air, and Jaina told Zekk, "Then, I'll see you tomorrow night, at around 8'ish?" Zekk smiled, "You can count on it." He and Jaina shared a tender good bye kiss, before they walked home in opposite directions.

Meanwhile, Jag had watched the whole thing, and was furious! How dare Zekk steal his girlfriend! Zekk would pay dearly all right, he would pay dearly indeed!