CHAPTER 16

Anakin ran towards the disturbance he had sensed. He knew Obi-Wan was in danger and was going to do anything to help. Kit Fisto and Shaak Ti saw the young Jedi leave the group and decided to follow.

"Revt'skat siaro!" Kit called out. Anakin stopped and waited for the two Knights.

"We need to hurry!" He said.

"What is it?" Master Ti asked.

"Master Obi-Wan is in danger, we need to help!" Kit agreed with Anakin but knew Obi-Wan had chosen to face Sidious alone. But thinking back to his days as a Padawan, alongside Obi-Wan, Kit decided to help. Shaak Ti didn't agree as much but didn't want to let them face a Sith alone. Together, they made their way towards the conference room.

"Now, Obi-Wan… you will die." Sidious glared at the unmoving body of his former apprentice. Just as he was about to drive his Lightsaber into the Jedi's chest, Obi-Wan's eyes shot open and he was thrown by the Force. Obi-Wan quickly stood and tried yet again for his saber. But the Sith proved to be much quicker and started using the Force choke on Master Kenobi. Obi-Wan fell to his knees, desperately gasping for air. Lightsaber in hand, Darth Sidious approached. "You honestly thought I would help you? I fooled the famous Obi-Wan Kenobi, made him fall to the Dark Side. Even if it was brief, I made you doubt everything you believed in." The surroundings were started to fade into a hazy grey, slowly spinning into darkness. Obi-Wan tried to use the Force push but he was too weak; his life was slipping away.

"Sidious!" Anakin barged into the room, Kit and Shaak by his side, their Lightsabers glowing. Seeing this new threat, Sidious threw Obi-Wan against a pillar, giving him a now much better grip on his own Lightsaber. Anakin watched Obi-Wan hit the pillar and fall to the marble floor. He couldn't tell if he was breathing or not but knew he was hanging on to dear life.

"You are too late to save him, Skywalker!"

"You will pay for your crimes! You are under arrest for conspiracy against the Jedi Order and the Republic!" Kit said in a strong confident voice. The Jedi charged together on Sidious, three against one. Weapons clashing, their loud humming resounding in the whole room. The re Lightsaber passed so close to Anakin's head, but thankfully Shaak Ti blocked it. Though she managed to block all the attacks her way, Master Ti was soon thrown out of battle by Sidious. She landed a few meters away, her head banging against the wall, knocking her unconscious.

"You are not powerful enough to stop me, Jedi!" He bellowed, sending chills down Anakin's back. With a well-placed saber strike, Sidious wounded Kit Fisto. The Nautolan fell to the floor, breathing hard. The weapon had gone through his shoulder, making it impossible to continue the fight.

Anakin was now alone to fight the Sith. And powerful the Sith was, much too powerful for the young Knight. He blocked the best he could but soon his defences were weakening. As the blade came down full force on his right arm, Anakin knew this was one battle he couldn't win. He was pushed away, sliding on the floor. Sweat broke out on his brow and he tried his best to stay awake. Half of his arm was gone and the realisation of it struck fear in Anakin. Sidious took his time to approach Skywalker, knowing he could no longer defend himself. Kit tried to help, but his injury kept him pinned to the ground. Sensing death, Anakin closed his eyes, ready to accept his faith.

Sidious grinned; he was finally going to be rid of the famous 'Chosen One' and rule the galaxy. But his confidence had distracted him on one matter… someone had awoken. A cerulean fury hit Sidious and the Sith cried out in pain. Anakin opened his eyes to find his enemy being killed by a power only Sith could possess. He feared Force Lightning from the day he had been attacked by Count Dooku. Suddenly, Sidious has sent crashing against the centre table and Anakin saw who had saved his life.

"M-master…" He mumbled out. Obi-Wan ran towards Anakin.

"Don't move, Ani. We'll get you to Healers." He kneeled next to the young man. He saw the surprised look on his face. "I had to react quick, Anakin. It was the only way I knew to stop Sidious."

"It's okay, Master. Now you owe me eight." Obi-Wan laughed.

"Seven. Remember that nest of Gundarks?" Anakin tried to sit up.

"Keep on dreaming, Obi-Wan." The two Jedi Knights stood, one leaning against the other for support. Shaak Ti had woken up also and was helping Kit Fisto when an explosion vibrated the room.

"What was that?" Anakin asked, half dazed.

"The Storm Troopers. They must be attacking our troops." Obi-Wan looked over to where Sidious laid. "The Sith are no more."

"Are you sure?" They all looked towards the unmoving body of Darth Sidious.

"Yes… I can feel it…" And so ended the rein of the Sith. Thought to be extinct for more then a millennium, it was now truly over. A great feeling of peace enveloped the four Jedi. Complete balance had been restored.

"Wait… I sense something." Shaak Ti ignited her saber, soon imitated by Obi-Wan. They were making their way towards where the battle had begun when a cough resounded in the hallway, echoing loudly against the walls. The Jedi turned to see a hideous droid walking their way.

"Going somewhere, traitor?" He wheezed.

"Grievous…" Obi-Wan hissed. Slowly, he settled down Anakin and Shaak Ti did the same with Kit.

"I knew Darth Sidious never should have trusted you, Vader." The hopeless excuse of a human coughed again. "Finally I will be able to add the Lightsaber of the famous General Kenobi to my collection."

"I don't think so." The blue Lightsaber swirled in the Jedi's hand. Just before Obi-Wan could launch an attack, Mace Windu arrived. "Master Windu."

"I will deal with this, General Kenobi. Bring the wounded to the Healers on the ship."

"But I…"

"That's an order, Obi-Wan!" Mace stared hard at Obi-Wan, still not trusting the Knight who had fallen so quickly to the Dark Side.

"Yes, master…" Obi-Wan bowed and guided the other three Jedi towards the ship. Mace turned towards Grievous, his Lightsaber glowing in a bright purple light.

I got a super boost of inspiration by watching Velvet Goldmine... Ewan does that to me! lol! I gotta watch Trainspotting now... head its realy good! Thanks 4 the reviews I love you al so much!