Ah this chapter was so fun to write! I wasn't planning to do something with Obi with this chapter. But it turned perfect! However, you should see what I had Obi do in chapter 37. Yikes! hehehe
Shh I know I'm not suppose to reply to reviews here but I didn't find this out later in the week.
DarthGladiator45 - Anakin taking over the Jedi order. Well that's the next story, after the new year. Right now, the title might be Edge of Balance or Balancing on the Edge. and Oh boy!
Anakin's Girl - Your are going love this chapter!
Enjoy!
Chapter 34
Obi-Wan slammed his alarm off as it went off. Somehow, he was able to get a few more hours of sleep after Padme left.
"They are so much like their Father. Do their own thing, when they feel like it."he joked around.
"Oh dear. I don't know what I'll do with myself."C-3PO muttered as walked around the kitchen.
"Sola will be coming over later. She'll bring the kids or at least Nicona. He'll keep you busy. "Obi-Wan offered."Bet you were glad to see Anakin last night."
"Yes, it was good to see the Master again. Unlike Artoo, I'm looking forward to seeing the twins."
Obi-Wan laughed at the mention of Artoo. The little astromech droid really wasn't programed to handle kids like C-3PO. Anakin thought it was better if Artoo learned from experience, given to his funny nature.
"Will Master be allowed to be with Milady when the times come?"
"I don't see why not? But the final call will be with his doctors. Ok I'm heading for the center. See you later."Obi-Wan grabbing his stuff.
Another early morning for me. I really can't get up without help, so a good time to work on my Force skills. Obi-Wan left all the stuff on the other side of the room. It wasn't too long before a model of a star transporter, is flying around the room. I'm getting stronger in that department. Actually I'm getting stronger period.
I did try to stand, unaided, two days ago. I just had to try it. It turned out to be a lesson on how to get into trouble with everybody. All I did was fall, which cause the chair to knock over a vase. Which happened to have flowers and water in it. Oh lucky me Then it spilled on something Padme was working on. All I can say about that is -
I rather face the Sith Lord than Padme that day.
So another Naboo's morning has open up, filling my room with sunlight. Then later, it's another round physical therapy, which is really testing my patience right now. My goal right now, is just to be able to walk with the crutches and the braces. I can and I will live with that for now. Though I can't understand why they won't let me make some adjustment to the braces. I'm only improving them.
I look at the clock again. Another hour before breakfast comes. Then I began to tap my fingers on the bed's railing. Another thing that needs to change, the guard rails. I hate them and I did try to put them down but Obi-Wan caught him. "Yikes Master, take a deep breath please. In fact take a couple or a vacation"
Ok I'm dozing before breakfast.
As Obi-Wan headed for the center. He hoped that Anakin would be allowed to be Padme."It would do him good. Yes, Anakin pulled himself out of his latest crisis. He's desire to be a father is stronger than being a Jedi now." Obi-Wan thought as he waved to the nurses. Then he went into Anakin's room and found him eating his breakfast.
"Good Morning Anakin. Ah good idea, you're going need your strength today."Obi-Wan said, trying not to laugh.
"What is your problem? Too cheerful for a morning."Anakin fired back, dropping his fork."Damn!"
Obi-Wan shook his head and returned the fork to Anakin. "Well, lets see, hmm. Maybe I should wait until you are finish with breakfast first."
"Oh great! Make me wait"Anakin, rolling his eyes."What is his problem today?"
Then Obi-Wan started to laughed harder."Who's being the cranky one this morning?"
"Get to the point please!"
"Speaking of losing patience, seem you twins have lost theirs too. Padme went into labor last night, around two in the morning. I just gave the medical center or what you call it, a call. Padme is doing fine, so far."Obi-Wan, watching for Anakin's reaction.
Anakin stared at Obi-Wan."My twins are coming today. I'm not there." he said, putting his head on his hands.
"I know Anakin, you want to be there but you'll just have to wait and see what the doctors say. We can't risk you. Jobal says if you are not there, she'll send pictures of them."Obi-Wan answered, knowing that didn't him.
"I should be there for them. Padme needs me but no. I had to goof my life."Anakin said.
"Anakin, please let's not take a step back. There is still a chance of you being there. Come finish your breakfast."Obi-Wan ordered, giving Anakin's plate a few taps.
Anakin finished his breakfast and thought about his twins.
Will Anakin? The day has come. Your children are coming. Guess your better work on your walking skills today, extra hard.
"Ugh! I can't believe it's taking this long Oww."Padme trying shifted herself.
"Easy Padme."Nessa, the midwife said to her. "Most first time labor, take about 10-20 hours."
"I was in labor for ten hors before she came finally came out."Jobal laughing.
"Thanks for the encouragement Mom."Padme said groaning."What time will Ani come? I expect him here."
"Oh stop worrying about Anakin. He will be here. I just got the test results back and Dr. K'amott cleared him. But Anakin will come later. I don't need him underfoot. Besides, he needs to do some therapy today."Naporta answering her.
"Thank You. I can't wait until he comes."
"Ok Anakin. This is schedule for today. I just talked to K'amott. You have been clear to go to Padme, guess she is in labor. Oh lucky you. Don't mind what they yell at you. Also, they want to hold your hand, in your case. Give her the mechanical one. Trust me on that one."Trameri smirking. "So let's get your braces on, I did make those modification you ask for."
"Yes, let's get this going."Anakin said, sitting down on the bench."Ah yes. I thought that joint would work better. Ok to the bars but not the one I would like to go now" he said, ignoring Obi-Wan warning looks.
Obi-Wan and Trameri helped Anakin up to a standing position. When they felt he was ok, they let go.
"Anakin, do a few laps with the bars. Then we'll work with the crutches. We might even try stairs today."Trameri offered.
Anakin nodded and slowly move along. Then - he lost his balance.
"Damn!" he cursed "Don't help me up! as pulled himself up.
"Take a deep breath and watch your mouth too. Padawan."Obi-Wan as he steadied Anakin."Ok, easy now. Don't rush."
I'm tempted to say something to Obi-Wan for the Padawan remark but I'll shut my mouth. Think of Padme and the twins. You're doing this for them. Oh Dammit!
Anakin fell again and let out a few choice words.
"Ok. Anakin, why don't you take a breather."Trameri suggested
"No!" Anakin replied as he shot Obi-Wan a look."Don't say it!"
"I wasn't going say a word."Obi-Wan quickly answered. He could feel Anakin was getting mad at himself.
This time Anakin was able to walk the bars without falling.
"Crutches please!" Anakin cheerfully said, taking a drink of water.
For the rest of morning. Anakin worked hard on the walking part. He even tried some stairs with mixed results. "Ok it's not easy as it looks." he admitted, while taking a rest.
Then Obi-Wan's comlink went off.
"Ah my Padawan. Good news, you are wanted at the birthing center. "Come on, let's get clean up and I'll take you over there."
"Finally. Can I drive the speeder?"Anakin joking around, knowing what the answer would be.
"Oh course not!"
"Where is he?" Padme asked again.
Jobal tried not laughed again. "Relax. Anakin is on his way."
"Ok Ouch! I swear they are trying to come out at the same time."
"Ah there you are."Naporta as she greeted them."Padme keeps asking. "Where is he?"
"I'm here, finally! Good afternoon Healer Naporta."Anakin shouted while getting out the speeder. "Would been here sooner, if Obi-Wan would let me drive. I'm sick of this chair. Ok where's Padme?"
"Follow me."she answered. While leading them to the room, she explained to Anakin what was going on and what he was going see.
"Ani!" Padme called out. "Come here my love. Hello Obi-Wan. Oh-"
Anakin went to Padme's side."I'm here. Ok. Here, take my hand. Hahaha, you are not getting that one. I don't need broken hand."
Padme giggled at that. "I hope you would be here. After all, you're not going get away with this. I'm sure they were conceived in my office."
"Oh, we are starting that again. No, not in this office. Ugh."Anakin making a face. "Nope, they conceived in the apartment. I was just getting out the shower, when you found me. The funny part of the whole thing? How quickly you change your plans!"
"I think I'll leave you two alone."Obi-Wan, throwing up his hands. "I'll be outside if you need me. Anakin, please, don't tried walk or stand."
"Sorry about that Master. I promise to stay in this wretched chair."Anakin called out. "Now come on, the apartment. Better place than that office of yours. Always said, you need a better couch there. Besides, you never did let me sneak you into the Temple. Oops, a contraction!"
Padme made a face and tighter her grip on his hand. "Oh in the name the Gods. I didn't think it would hurt this much! And stop laughing! Mr. Shower boy!"Padme cried out, trying to swipe at Anakin.
"Yes she admitted defeat! Just think about holding the twins and maybe the pain won't be so bad."Anakin offered "No, you are not getting that hand."
"You two, are too much!" Naporta commented with Nessa agreeing with her.
"Ah Karis, come here. I haven't seen you for a while."Obi-Wan, holding out his arms.
"Hello Obi"she said quietly. Sitting down next to him, she doesn't really look at him. In her heart, she knows she has to let him go. "It's good to see you. So has Anakin fainted yet?"
"No, not yet. I have some good news for you. I'm going fight the Jedi Council about the marriage ban. I have gotten so many messages from other Jedis. Who want their marriage to be legal in the Order." Then he took a deep breath. "Besides. I want to get marry too. Karis Anla Desoza, Will you take me as your husband. ?"
Karis was stunned when she heard Obi ask that. She was all wrong about him. He did love her after all and was willing risk his Jedi career for her.
"Yes Yes." she answered, throwing her arms around him.
"I will make you so happy. However, le us wait before telling everybody else. After all, this Anakin and Padme's day, not ours."
"The Council going hit the roof, when they hear about this."Karis being practically one.
"I don't care. The Jedi Order is falling apart that I do care about."
Naporta didn't mean to eavesdrop but she was glad she did. "I'll give them a year and I'll be delivering his baby too."
"Let's see how you are doing Padme?" Nessa said, checking her. "Another hour, at the most."
"Another hour?"Padme, laying her head back on the pillow. "They must inherit their Father's genes for being stubborn."
"What! I don't think so. They got that from you. Besides, Leila must be trying to come out first and Luke is holding on to her foot."Anakin suggested as he use the force to check them. "Oh that one hurt and they are coming now. Padme"
"You're funny, really funny. Ouch." Padme answered, grasping his hand, more strongly. "Can I break this? Ohh this better end soon! I waited long enough for them."
"Not really, might be able to bend some fingers. By the way you are squeezing them." Anakin answered, picking up her glass of juice. "Drink this please." Then he took the washcloth and wiped her face. "Easy Padme, they are almost here."
"Agree! I think somebody is coming now! Oh" Padme shouted and Anakin tried to laugh at that remark.
"Yes, you are right. Naporta! Come quick. One them, is now coming."Nessa called out.
"Coming. Coming. Ok Anakin, don't faint on me now. Please."she quickly joked.
"Why does everybody think I'm going faint? I'm not."Anakin, getting annoyed by that.
"Quiet Anakin!" Padme pulling his hair.
"Ouch! Not so hard, Milady Skywalker." Anakin laughing, as wiped down her face again. "Ok Padme I think you need one good push and somebody should be shooting out."
Padme just shot him a look as pushed again.
Then a cry broke through the parent's parting shots.
"It's a boy!"Nessa proclaimed, handing the screaming baby to Naporta.
"His sister is next."Anakin, as tried to get a peak at his son.
"Patience Anakin, tend to your wife please"Naporta scolding him
Padme let out another "Oww " and another cry was heard.
"Here you go Anakin. Now hold him like this. What is his name?" Naporta asked as she handed him his son.
"Luke D'ayneh Skywalker" he answered, cradling his new son."Sh., it's ok Luke. Daddy is here. Oh your sister here."
"Let me see him."Padme, poking his arm
"Here you Mom, your son."Anakin handing her Luke."I'm ready for Leila Amidala Skywalker."Holding out his arms.
"Congratulation Anakin." Naporta, handing him Leila. "I don't really to test them. They are both very strong in the Force."
Anakin didn't say anything. Only wiped away his tears, as he held his daughter.