Chapter 6: Kessel

Kessel

As soon as they landed in Kessel, they immediately began to unload Go-To's mining droids and supplies. Dustil supervised as the Exchange took the supplies to their facilities, while Mission and Griff waited in the cockpit with the door locked and HK-47 on guard outside. Dustil did not think that the Exchange would try anything but he thought it would be best if they were safe.

As the Exchange finished unloading the last of their things, Dustil picked up his comm.-link and contacted Mission. "Hey guys, they're about done here. I am going to go with them while they contact Go-To. I will be back soon."

"Okay, Dustil. Be careful and hurry back," Mission replied.

Dustil put his comm.-link back in his pocket and followed the men to the communications center.

"I will contact the boss now Jedi," said one of the men.

A few moments later the image of Go-To appeared. "Yes, Armenagh? What is it?"

"The Jedi and the Voa's have arrived with the shipment and everything is accounted for, Sir", said Armenagh.

Go-to smiled. "Very good. Tell them that our business is now finished and they may be on their way."

"Yes Sir," Armenagh said as Go-To's image faded.

Armenagh picked up a data-pad and handed it to Dustil. "Give this to Griff Vao. It's a statement saying his dept is paid."

Dustil took the data-pad and put it in his robe and then walked back to the Ebon Hawk.

Aboard the Ebon Hawk

Dustil sat in the cockpit with Griff drinking caffa. They would be arriving in Kashyyyk within the hour.

Griff coughed. "So, uh, have you talked to Mission at all?"

"No, not much. She's been pretty busy since we left Kessel."

"Yeah, lots of planning and stuff. I heard Kashyyyk has joined the Republic."

"Yes. It will be good for them."

Griff looked over at Dustil. "Mission will like it, running her own store and all. She sure is going to miss everyone though."

"I'm sure Revan will go and see her often."

"What about you Dustil? Will you go visit her?"

Dustil shrugged. "Not for a while. One day I hope to, but I don't know when it will be."

"She loves you, you know."

Dustil nodded. "And I love her, but it's not that easy. Not when you're a Jedi."

"Well, she told me that's what you said. Me, I don't get it. Of course I'm not a Jedi. I think if you truly love someone, you do everything you can to be with that person."

"That's what I want. I want to be with her, but not until I am sure I am ready."

"And when will that be Dustil?"

Dustil shook his head sadly. "I don't know Griff."

Kashyyyk Port

Mission stepped onto the dock and was greeted by Zalbaar. She ran to him and jumped into his arms. "Hey Big Z, I missed you"!

"I missed you too Mission. I'm so glad you came."

"I'm glad too Big Z. We'll have so much fun."

Dustil, Griff and the droids came up from behind her and greeted Zalbaar.

Mission gave Griff a hug. "I'll miss you big brother. You stay out of trouble."

Griff hugged her back. "Don't worry about me sis'. I love you."

"I love you too Griff."

Mission turned to T3-M4 and HK-47. "You two behave. And no blasting anyone HK."

"Statement: I shall only blast meatbags if Master commands it of me."

Mission laughed. "Well, that's good enough I guess."

Mission walked over to Dustil. He took her hands in his and kissed her lightly on the cheek.

"I'll miss you blue. Take care of yourself," Dustil said.

Mission pulled her hands away and hugged him tightly. "I'll miss you too."

Mission and Zalbaar watched as the Ebon Hawk left the port. When they could no longer see it they turned and headed for the Wookie village.

Jedi Temple landing pad

When Dustil stepped onto the landing pad, Revan and Bastila greeted him.

Revan gave Dustil a hug. "You did the right thing sweetie. She understands why you had to do this, and when you're ready you can go to her.

"How will I know when I am ready?" Dustil asked.

Bastila placed her hand on his arm. "Your heart will tell you when it is time."

Revan smiled. "Or I will."

Dustil laughed and followed them into the temple.