The next few months were dedicated to them. It was a fun and blissful time for both of them. They went for picnics in the beautiful parks and swam in the lake. Anakin was surprisingly good at swimming although he had never done it before. Having a time when the young couple could just be in love was good for them and it made them happy. At first they were unused to being able to kiss and touch each other when ever they wanted. They soon found many ways to make up for it. When walking in the park they could be found with her hands on his bare chest, his hands on her waist, her hair. His lips on her neck, her lips on his cheek. Their fingers entwined together, his arms around her waist, her arms around his neck. But, after months of touching and kissing and loving, Anakin and Padme, who were used to having their lives dedicated to their jobs, grew bored, longing for the daring adventure of their old life.

"I never thought I would miss kissing in dark corners." Anakin said wryly one day. Padme smiled.

"I never thought I would want to be alone for a few days." She was clearly mocking him.

"So you want to be rid of me?" Anakin gave her one of his intense stares. "I'll tell you what I think of that." He leaned forward and she leaned up for a kiss. He reached out and … tickled her mercilessly, although he was careful of her pregnancy. He hadn't heard her laugh that much since he met her.

"I think we should go back to Coruscant. Try to get our old lives back. Maybe they'll forgive us." Anakin said when he stopped.

"You're right. I do miss my job."

"So maybe we should enjoy our last night here before we go back to Coruscant?" He smiled suggestively.

Later

Padme was standing on the balcony watching the sunset when Anakin snuck up behind her and slipped his strong arms around her waist. She leaned back into his chest. Slowly, he undid her long braid and ran his hands through her hair. She turned around and placed her hands on his shoulders close to his neck, twirling sections of his hair on her fingers. Anakin leaned his head down for a kiss. It was long, and passionate. Padme moved her hands to his chest and gradually undid his shirt. She ran her hands along his chest and upper arms, admiring his muscles. He was about to undo her dress when he remembered they were outside. He picked her up and gently carried her inside, and placed her lightly on the bed. There, he undid her dress and slipped it off. Their lips met again, drawing them into ecstasy. The night continued this way, neither of them getting any sleep.

The next day the tired couple headed to Coruscant. The trip was long and they were able to get some sleep. When they arrived they quickly secured an apartment and headed their separate ways. Anakin went to the Jedi Temple and Padme to the Chancellor's chambers.

Obi Wan was there to greet Anakin.

"It's about time!" Obi Wan smiled sarcastically.

"Well, I was having a lot of fun!" He replied jokingly. Obi Wan raised his eyebrows in amusement.

"But I did miss being a Jedi." The two headed towards the Jedi Council room.

Padme headed to the Chancellor's chambers, trying to avoid the mistrusting eyes that followed her. When she arrived there, she spoke clearly to the new Chancellor.

"I have come to request an audience."

"An audience?"

"Yes. I feel that I was improperly represented and I would like to convince the Senate of my trustworthiness in all matters." The Chancellor paused, trying to hide his fear. I do not fear the Senator. I do not. His disguised fear melted. Of course I fear her. She is one of the most, if not the most, powerful senators. She would have been Chancellor if she wanted. She will not threaten my power. She will not get back on the Senate. But she has so much power. And I can not raise suspicion.

"You are granted the Audience."

Anakin had reached the Jedi council room. His heart beat like a drum as he entered the room and stepped to the center. Suspicious eyes followed him. He glanced at the Jedi who replaced him, trying to hide his jealousy. Obi Wan smiled slightly at his former padawan's rapidly rising and falling chest. Obi Wan's smile quickly formed into a worried frown.

"I want to get back into the Jedi order." He said frankly.

"You have already been replaced." Mace Windu's voice was flat. Jealousy overcame Anakin.

"I deserve it better that him! I traveled away from my home and my mother! And she died because I wasn't there to protect her. I am more powerful that any of you!"

"And you ruined your hard work on a girl." Mace said.

"Don't talk about her like that! She isn't just a girl. She is the most beautiful woman-" He stopped, realizing that the Jedi wouldn't like what he had just said.

"That will be the death of you. The first enemy to figure out that she is your weakness will destroy you. Something that Darth Sidious nearly did. Attachment is forbidden for a Jedi."

Yoda spoke up. "Much attachment, you have. Not good, this is."