Starry, Starry Night: A Star Wars Romance

Written by; Sakura Solo

Disclaimer: I do own Star Wars.

Chapter 3: The Dance, and what happened

The next day passed quickly for everyone. Pretty soon, everyone was getting into their costumes. At least the boys were. Jacen was an X-Wing pilot, and Anakin was going to be a stormtrooper. That's when the doorbell rang. It was Luke and Mara, along with the twins. Anakin asked Mara, "Hey, Aunt Mara, what's in the bag?" Mara winked, "It's Jaina's costume. Speaking of which, where is the girl of the hour?" Jacen pointed, "Upstairs, messing with her hair." Mara smiled, and went upstairs to aide her niece. Luke told the boys, "I'm passing out candy, and babysitting the twins. When's the dance?" Jacen looked the clock, "Not for a while." Luke nodded, and Jacen and Anakin played with the twins.

Upstairs, in the master bathroom, Leia and Mara were helping Jaina get ready. Jaina was dressing up as Lydia from Beetlejuice, and was wearing the red wedding gown, and the hairstyle, and everything else, down to the skull earrings. After all was said and done, Jaina commented, "I look amazing! Thanks!" Mara smiled, "Your welcome! This was fun! Right, Leia?" Leia nodded in agreement, "I haven't had this much fun since I made costume for you and Jacen when you were little. My little girl has grown up." Leia looked she was about to cry, when Jacen called, "Hey, Jaina! Zekk's here!" Jaina blushed, and ran downstairs to greet him.

Zekk was dressed as the Phantom of the Opera, and he looked HOT in the tuxedo and mask. Luke nodded approvingly, as Jaina blushed beet red. After Luke took a photo, Leia drove the three teens to the hotel.

At the Tyratt, Jordan greeted them, and nodded to Zekk. Right now, dinner was being served. Jaina, Zekk, Jacen, and Jordan sat together, enjoying themselves immensely, unaware that Jag was nearby, and under his cloak was a blaster.

After an hour if dining and chatting, the Coruscant Imperial Symphony stood up, and began playing music. There were several quick tunes, until there was a change of pace, and a slow piece was played instead. "May I have this dance," Zekk asked Jaina. "I'd love to," replied Jaina, and Zekk led her in a graceful waltz, before Jaina rested her head on Zekk's shoulder, and he held her close. Jaina recognized the piece being played. It was called Ice Dance, and it was one of her all time favorites. After the piece, ended, Jaina found herself starring into Zekk's eyes, and pretty soon, they were sharing a sweet, but passionate kiss.

Jacen and Jordan gave thumbs up, and Jaina smiled. She was happy that Jacen and Jordan were so supportive. Just then, Zekk led Jaina away to a balcony.

Overhead, the moon was bright, and every star was shinning brightly. Jaina asked, "Why are we out here?" Zekk smiled, "I thought we could have a private dance." With that, he produced a bouquet of roses that matched her outfit. Jaina breathed, "They're beautiful." Zekk smiled, and led Jaina in a soft, close dance. Jaina shut her eyes, wishing the night would never end.

Just then, Jaina snapped out of her trance, and noticed Jag, standing at the door. "Jag, what-" She could say no more, as Jag shot the blaster, fatally shooting Zekk. Zekk fell to the ground. "No," Jaina cried out, tears streaming from her face. She cradled Zekk in her arms, "Please Zekk! Don't die! I love you!" Zekk smiled softly, "I love you too, Jaina." They kissed softly, as Zekk died quietly. Jaina stood up, letting the bloody roses fall to the ground. She covered eyes with her silk-clad hands, and began to cry.

Just then, Jacen ran out, and yelled, "Jag, you asshole! What did you do!" He then comforted Jaina, while Jordan called his comlink, "Hello, Police. We have a murder at the Tyratt!"

A few minutes later, Jag Fel was taken into custody, but everyone was having a hard time consoling Jaina. Jaina was heartbroken, and there was no way out. She knew what she had to do. It would break her parents' hearts, but she knew they would understand. Preparing to jump, Jordan was about to intervene, but Jacen stopped him. He asked Jaina, "Are you sure about this? I'll miss you. May the force be with you." Jaina smiled sadly, and jumped.

The next morning, Leia woke up to the horrible news that Jaina had committed suicide, over her dead lover. Leia was upset over losing Jaina, but even more so the Jag Fel had caused the whole problem. A week later, both lovers were buried side by side, with the words written on the granite tombstone: Forever Lovers in the Force".