Author Notes- The next chapters are mainly going to focus on the characters rather than intense action. Here's the next chapter. I really, really, hope you all like it.

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Ben stood calmly on his balcony gazing at the beautiful Mon Calamari scenery. He closed his eyes then took a deep breath, allowing the peaceful Light Side of the Force to wash over him. As he stood there hoping to find some relaxation, Ben began to think about everything that had happened that day. The day started out like an ordinary day but Ben knows now that lately an ordinary day could easily turn into the most stressful and complicated day of his life. Early morning he had breakfast with his friends and told them all about Omega, which made all his friends especially Keira very concerned for him. Then afterward, he met up with his cousin, Jaina, at the Academy's entrance so they could begin their training session. And that's when things shifted from peaceful and ordinary to downright depressing and stressful. As he and Jaina were making their way to the beach they heard Alema cry out in the distance. When they finally arrived at the beach they sadly saw lying dead on the sandy ground the young female Twilek Jedi, Aeris. They then immediately saw Omega brutally strike down Jedi Knight, Alema Rar. Two more very nice and friendly had fallen thanks to Omega. Ben's gaze dropped to the ground in sadness. The very thought of the two friendly female Twilek Jedi made Ben's heart sink.

After watching Alema die, Ben and Jaina had a little chitchat with Omega which then resulted into an all out fight for their lives. Omega nearly killed Jaina but luckily Ben jumped in just in time to stop Omega's blade from striking Jaina down. He and Omega then fought one-on-one in a rather brutal saber duel in which both combatants almost lost their lives. After their long fight, Ben had found out why Omega wanted to kill him. His brother thought Luke and Callista abandoned him and left him out to die on purpose. It was then that Ben knew that his brother was being tricked into being a Sith and that whomever told Omega that false story is just using that lie to make him do their bidding. If only I could prove to my brother that his Master is lying to him then I could hopefully turn him away from Dark Side. Thought Ben.

Ben looked at the beautiful light blue ocean in the distance then turned his gaze downward to the Academy's colorful garden, which was right below his balcony. As he peacefully stared at the lush and lovely flowers in the garden he suddenly saw Valin and Keira slowly walking down the garden's path talking to each other. Ben quickly noticed how close the two were walking together. Too close, Ben thought as jealousy slowly began to rise within him.

Ben took a few steps backward for he didn't want them to know that he was watching their every move. He saw Valin and Keira suddenly stop then turned and looked into each other's eyes. Keira said something to Valin then turned her now sad gaze to the ground. Ben's heart sank as he saw this. At that moment, Ben wished he could just wrap his arms around her in a loving affectionate hug relieving her of all her troubles and worries.

Ben then saw Valin gently lift up her chin then looked into her eyes and spoke something, which Ben couldn't here. Seeing how close Valin and Keira were standing together, which was only a few centimeters, just made Ben's jealousy rise like a volcano. Ben saw Keira smile then embraced Valin in a rather loving hug. Valin gladly returned the hug. As Valin held Keira in his arms, Ben saw Valin slowly and affectionately rub her back. Why that lousy little twerp! Ben thought to darkly himself. He then shook his head. Oh, man, I can't believe I just said that about my friend.

Keira released their embrace but still remained close to Valin. Ben saw Keira slowly caress Valin's cheek then kissed him affectionately on the cheek. That did it for Ben. I can't take anymore of this. Ben thought to himself as a mixture of jealousy and sadness enveloped him. Ben balled up his fists then turned on his heel and marched back into his room. In his room, Ben began to pace back and forth taking several giant deep breaths. Jaina told him that the best way get rid of unwanted stress and sadness was to take a few deep breaths and allow peace and relaxation to enter the soul. And indeed her technique always seemed to work for Ben but right now it wasn't. Ben sighed in sadness then walked over and laid himself down on his bed. Images of what he just saw in the garden filled his head and each image felt like a dagger stabbing him in the heart. Well, that was it. That was it. That was the full-blown capper to really bad day. Ben thought miserably to himself. I knew she liked him more than me. She always will love him more than me.

As Ben lay there looking up at the ceiling he suddenly heard someone knock on his door. Ben sat up from his bed then walked over to his door. He opened it up and saw his father, Luke.

"Oh, good evening father." Said Ben.

"Good evening, Ben." Luke said with a smile.

"Come in."

Luke then entered and Ben walked over sat back on his bed. Luke walked over and took a seat in Ben's guest chair, which was only a couple of inches away from Ben's bed. Luke looked at his son then asked. "So, Ben, how you feeling? You know, your shoulder."

"It's feeling much better now. It no longer stings when I move my arm." Ben said then added with a smile. "Cilghal really is a master of medicine."

Luke nodded. "Indeed she is. It's good to hear that you're feeling better, my son. By the way, how's Jaina doing with her new arm?"

"Oh, she's doing just fine with her new technologically advanced arm. Earlier she showed me what it could do and I must say it's quite impressive."

"Somehow I knew when Jaina was going to get that new prosthetic put on that she would have it specially enhanced."

"Yeah. You know, it's amazing, although her new arm looks ordinary there's actually a lot of neat stuff packed in that sucker."

Luke laughed a little. "That Jaina." Luke said with a smile as he shook his head. "Well, anyway, I'm just very relieved that you and Jaina survived Omega's attack."

"Yeah." Ben replied as an expression of sadness passed over his face. "It's just unfortunate that two others weren't as lucky."

Luke sighed. "I sense that you're saddened by Alema and Aeris's deaths. We're all going to greatly miss them. Like the Sebatynes, they were very noble and loyal Jedi in the Order." Said Luke.

"They were also very kind and friendly people. They didn't deserve such an awful fate like death." Ben said in a sad tone.

Luke nodded in agreement. There was a moment of silence until Ben asked. "So when's their funeral?"

"Later on tonight in the Hall of Remembrance. Every Jedi including your mother and I will be there." Replied Luke.

"I'll definitely be there." Said Ben. Ben turned his gaze to the ground then spoke again. "Father?"

"Yes, my son?"

"Don't you wish it would just end?"

"What?"

"This constant cycle of death. Years and years go by and it still continues. War, violence, Jedi versus Sith, Light Side against Dark Side, the cycle just seems to never end. And in the process, countless of innocent people like Alema, Aeris, and the Sebatynes always end up being claimed by death. Like Jaina, I wish it would just end. I wish… it would just stop."

Luke got up then walked over and sat next to his son. Luke put his hand on Ben's shoulder then replied. "It's funny, earlier I was thinking the exact same thing. Yes, I too wish that there would be a time of peace and prosperity in the galaxy. But unfortunately I know it's not going to end, well, at least not yet anyway."

"But then, when will it end? When will there be a great calm in the galaxy?"

"As long as there's a dark side, there will never be peace."

"But how do we stop it once and for all? I know we can turn my brother to the Light Side of the Force, but deep down I know that even after I turn him, the Dark Side's wicked power will still exist."

"Remember, my son, everything tends to have a source. The source of all hatred, violence, and evil is the Dark Side of the Force. The main source of the Dark Side is the Sith. It all began with them for they were the individuals who created its terrifying power. So to bring peace to all life, we must stop the Dark Side. To stop the Dark Side, we have to bring an end to the Sith."

"So if we stop this Sith Master who trained my brother we end the Dark Side."

"That is correct. To end the Dark Side we must turn your brother to the Light and then put an end to Lumiya, for she's the last source of the Dark Side."

"Lumiya?"

"Oh yes, I forgot, I haven't told you anything about her yet. Well, you see, Ben, Lumiya is indeed the Sith Master who taught your brother in the ways of the Dark Side."

Ben, who now had a look of understanding on his face, replied. "So she's the one who's been telling him all those lies." Which means that this Lumiya is without a doubt the woman who was in my dream. Thought Ben as images of his dark dream briefly entered his head.

"Yep. She was the apprentice of your grandfather, and he taught her all he knew in the ways of the Dark Side. But at the time during the Galactic Civil War, Lumiya wasn't that strong in the Dark Side so she was nothing more than an average dark sider. But as time went on, as she learned even more, she became stronger in the Dark Side. So strong until it's dark power fully and utterly consumed her soul. Because of her frightening power and strength in the Dark Side, Lumiya became known as the Dark Lady of the Sith." Luke paused for a second and sighed. "I have faced her many times and in every fight she always found a way to escape. Ever since that one battle I had with her, she hadn't been seen or mentioned of in several years. Until now."

Ben soaked in everything his father had just told him. So this Lumiya is the source of the Dark Side. Judging from her description, she sounds terrifyingly powerful. Stopping her sounds like it won't be a walk in the park. Thought Ben.

Ben turned his attention back to his father then asked. "Father, how did you figure out that this woman, Lumiya, is the one behind all this?"

"Remember I told you about Callista?" said Luke.

"Yeah, my brother's mother."

"Well, although she is now one with the Force, a few days ago she contacted me the same way Obi Wan did. Through the Force, she told me everything about what was going on and that Lumiya was the one behind this." Luke smiled then added. "She also told me your brother's real name."

"Really?"

"Yep. His name is Orion. Orion is your brother's real name."

"Orion. So that's his name."

"The name, which was taken from him because of Lumiya's lies and deceit."

"Since we are on this topic. There's something very important that I have to tell you, father. It's about this lie Lumiya's been telling Omeg… Orion."

"Oh?"

"Yes. You see, after my brother and I fought today, he told me everything as to why he wanted to kill me so badly. Apparently thanks to Lumiya, he thinks that you and Callista abandoned him and left him out to die on purpose. So because of this lie Lumiya has told him, Orion wants his so called 'revenge' on you and figures the best way to get revenge on you is to kill me."

Luke frowned at this bit of news then rubbed his chin. As he sat there thinking, he began to remember what Callista had told him: 'She has used these lies to corrupt him and turned him into the heartless Sith Lord that he is now.'

Luke nodded then spoke. "So this is what Callista meant. This is the lie Lumiya's been telling Orion. She's made him think that I abandoned him."

"And we both know, father, that what Lumiya is saying is not the truth. The problem is my stubborn brother thinks that everything she says is true. If we can prove to Orion that Lumiya has been lying to him all these years we can turn him to the Light Side. The question is, is how can we prove to him that Lumiya is lying?"

"I don't know. But we will find a way." Luke said as he patted Ben on the shoulder. Luke then looked over at the time then spoke. "Well, it's getting late, I best be getting back to your mother now and prepare for the funeral. I'll see you later, Ben."

"See ya, father."

Luke was about to stand up but then he suddenly remembered something he had to tell his son. "Oh, wait. Before I leave, Ben, there's one final thing I wanted to tell you. Don't worry its not bad news."

"What is it?"

"Your aunt and uncle are going to be coming here for a visit."

"Aunt Leia and Uncle Han are coming here!" Ben said with a hint of excitement in his voice. Ben really loved his aunt and uncle. Long ago when Ben was very young, Uncle Han used to tell him all sorts of stories about his amazing adventures that he went on. And his Aunt Leia was always very loving and caring to him. She even would sometimes help him in his saber practice making him become even better with wielding a lightsaber. It's been several months since he had last seen them. Hearing that they will be visiting brought a lot of joy to Ben's heart.

"So when are they coming?" Ben asked.

"Tomorrow morning. So make sure that tomorrow you get up on time."

"Don't worry, I'll be up on time."

"Alright. So long, my son." Luke said with a smile.

"So long, father."

Luke then turned and exited Ben's room.
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Omega paced back in forth in his ship. His master, Lumiya, told him to remain on the planet for she would be coming there tomorrow afternoon. Omega sighed. There was nothing more he could do now except wait. He walked over and looked through his cockpit.It's becoming night. Best I get some sleep, besides I am feeling somewhat exhausted. Thought Omega.

He turned then made his way to his ship's sleeping quarters. He entered the rather small room then walked over and laid himself down on the somewhat comfortable bed. After lying there for a couple minutes he finally drifted off to sleep. He began to dream about fighting his father in combat. He had just knocked Luke to the ground and was about to finish him off when suddenly the entire dream changed. Omega looked around and saw that he was in some kind of a forest and that the sky was covered with threatening black clouds. As he looked around he suddenly heard two people talking in the distance. Judging from their voices, he could tell that both of them were female. He walked through the forest in the direction the voices were coming from. He passed a tree and that's when he saw the two women. One of the women had short blonde hair, grey eyes, and was wearing some type of dark purplish outfit. Omega couldn't see the other woman's face for she had a long black cape that wrapped around her entire figure and a black hood, which kept her face hidden. But judging from her voice Omega knew that that was his master, Lumiya.

This is the end of the line Callista you can't escape. Said Lumiya.

Callista? Omega said to himself. That means that that woman with the blonde hair was his mother. Omega reached for his saber but soon realized that he was unarmed. Blasted! Said Omega.

I won't let you kill him, Lumiya. Said Callista.

Omega frowned then saw a basket sitting a couple of meters away from Callista. He looked closely and noticed that there was a baby lying inside the basket.

Foolish girl, Lumiya said darkly, do you honestly think you can stop my power. No one can.

I don't care how powerful you've become I won't let you harm my son! Said Callista.

Omega frowned. He couldn't believe what he was hearing.

The boy must die! Lumiya said then activated her lightwhip.

I see that fear in your eye, Dark Lady. You've seen the vision too haven't you? You've seen your future and the future of all. That's why you want to kill him because you know that he is the one who will bring an end to your precious Dark Side. Said Callista.

The vision will never come to pass as long as I live! Now enough of this chitchat, it's time for your dear son to meet his destiny. Lumiya said as she marched forward with her lightwhip in hand.

Over my dead body! Callista said as she activated her lightsaber.

That Callista can easily be arranged. Lumiya said as she swung her whip at Callista.

Omega looked at the entire scene with confusion and horror. No, this couldn't have been how it happened. Callista didn't fight for me. She couldn't have, she left me. Omega said to himself as he shook his head.

He looked and saw that Callista and Lumiya were still fighting. After a couple of minutes Lumiya finally got the better of Callista and sliced off her hand. Omega saw in horror as his mother cried out in pain and dropped to the ground. He then looked at Lumiya.

You were fool to stand in my way, Callista. Your persistent efforts to prevent me from striking down your son have proven futile. Said Lumiya.

Omega saw Callista turn her sad and hopeless gaze to the basket.

Good-bye, Callista. Lumiya said then raised her lightwhip.

Orion! Shouted Callista.

Orion? Who's Orion? Said Omega. He then watched in horror as Lumiya brutally struck down his mother. Omega fell to his knees and buried his face in his hands. This isn't real. This didn't happen. It couldn't have happened. My master wouldn't have lied to me.

Omega turned his gaze to Lumiya who was slowly walking toward the basket. She looked down at the basket and raised her lightwhip ready to strike. She looked at the baby for a long time then deactivated her lightwhip. Omega got up then walked over to where Lumiya was. Lumiya picked up the basket and looked at the child. Omega looked at the child inside the basket and saw that the child had a little bit of blonde hair and had gray eyes. Omega instantly knew that that child was he.

Omega saw Lumiya smile evilly.

Maybe you will be useful after all. Lumiya said to the small child. You have the same power as your father. No, I sense that you're even stronger. Hmm. I'll keep you around for a while at least until you fulfill the Dark Side's needs. You're Orion no more. You are now Omega. Darth Omega.

Omega frowned as he heard everything Lumiya had just said. He shook his head repeatedly. No. No. No. It's not true. This isn't how it happened. My master would never have done this to me. She would never have lied to me. Never! Said Omega.

He then heard Lumiya laugh maniacally. Her laugh became louder and louder until it was ear shattering. Omega dropped to his knees, closed his eyes, and covered his ears. What is this! This couldn't have happened. It's a dream. It's just a dream! It has to be just a dream! This couldn't have been real! Stop! Shouted Omega.

Suddenly the laughing stopped. Omega looked up and saw that he was now surrounded by light. He stood up and looked around. He then heard a voice sound through the light.

Orion. Said the voice.

Omega recognized the voice. The voice belonged to his mother, Callista.

Mother? Asked Omega.

My son, come back to the Light.

Where are you? Asked Omega.

Come back to the Light, Orion.

Why should I listen too you! You and father left me out to die. And I don't care what that vision was that I just saw. It changes nothing for I know what I saw was nothing but a lie. Omega said with anger.

No Orion. Deep down you know it's true.

No! It's a lie! You're the liar! Father is the liar!

Orion.

Shut up! I don't want to hear anything else from you. Just leave me alone! Said Omega. He suddenly heard a ghostly moaning sound behind him. He turned around and saw some type of pitch-black vortex. The force of the vortex was pulling him in. Omega tried to fight it but it was no use it was too strong.

Orion. Orion! Come back to the Light, Orion.

Omega was trying to escape the force of the vortex. But it was futile. The vortex pulled him in. Omega saw that the room had now turned pitch-black and he suddenly felt himself falling faster and faster down an endless abyss. As he fell, he heard the faint voice of his mother.

Come back to the Light, Orion! Come back!

Omega abruptly woke up from his terrifying nightmare. He looked around and saw that he was in his ship. Omega, who was now covered with sweat, took a deep breath. Okay. Okay. Just relax. It was just a dream. It was just a dream. Omega thought to himself. Omega leaned back and continued taking several deep breaths. His thoughts then shifted to the part in his dream where Lumiya killed his mother, Callista. Was it a dream? Or was it a vision of the past?