AN: Sorry for the delay. I've had computer issues and lost nearly all my stories…
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"So how do you like being a Master?"
Phaelon heaved herself to her feet and grimaced at the bruise she knew she'd have tomorrow. "I don't feel any different," she replied.
Combat instructor Kyle Katarn smiled. "And I can still throw you around."
"And you can still throw me around," she admitted reluctantly. Unarmed combat, also known as wrestling on some planets, wasn't her strong suit, which was why she was practicing.
He laughed and came at her again. This time, she cheated. Using the Force to flip over his head, she pivoted around before he could turn. A well-placed foot sent the Master sprawling.
"And you still don't fight fair," he muttered, regaining his feet.
Wrapping a foot around her leg, he managed to knock her to the mats again. "I'm only using my natural talents," she retorted, "I'd never win if I didn't. I spend most of my time down here already."
Before they were able to continue, a familiar presence flitted through the Force like a clarion call. Mara seemed to think whatever it was was urgent enough to use a Force-communication instead of a comlink, but it had the same effect: They were needed in the Council chambers.
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The rest of the Masters were already there when Phaelon, Kyle, and Cilghal arrived. Luke, Mara, and Leia were standing around a portable holoprojector looking grave. "All right, Chief Omas, we're all here. You may continue."
A miniature hologram of Cal Omas inclined his head. "As I was saying: there have been various reports made by our people that Nom Anor has been sighted on Corellia."
Though there was no noise, the Force fluttered with the surprised thoughts of the Jedi in the room.
"But he's supposed to be dead," muttered Corran from somewhere on the other side of the room.
Cal ignored him and continued. "Despite our greatest hopes that he'd been killed, some of our most reliable sources say there are many reports of sightings. It may be possible that he is trying to unite several bands of Peace Brigaders also rumored to have holed up in Coronet City. If it is possible, I would like Master Skywalker to send two Jedi to investigate this."
Luke nodded. "I concur. If he is still alive, we need to bring him down, and quickly. I would suggest sending Master Durron and Master Lei."
Cal faltered, obviously flustered.
Seemingly oblivious to Cal's irritation, Luke continued. "Both have experience in fighting this kind of battle. I know Master Lei may be our newest Master, but she has proven herself very capable at undercover work."
Most of the Masters in the room nodded in agreement, and Cal forced a sigh. "Very good. I trust you'll provide them with the information I've given you?"
"Of course," Luke said with a small nod.
Cal's good will sounded forced as he muttered, "Then I'll leave you to it," and shut down the connection.
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