Here is the new chapter and sorry for not updating the story guys. I have been busy with work and with classes. Need to pass my classes to continue applying for more classes. Damn college put me on suspension even though it was five years ago when this happened. I left and went to get my associates in another college, but when I get back oh no I am still suspended.

Now on probation and need to keep my grades up so I won't be suspended. Now then, let's get started shall we? Last time Maul was captured and now he is off to prison. What is going to happen when our heroes have the Festival of Light?

Check out the chapter to find out. As always, thanks to everyone for the support from the last chapter. I appreciate it guys and glad you all liked how it went. So, I hope you are ready for this chapter.

Also thanks to my friend thanks for the help on this story. I appreciate it my friend and I don't own anything from the DC or Star Wars universe just my OCs. Also: Bold- means thoughts & Italic- will mean what an alien is saying in their native language. And now let's continue with the story.

Story II: Chapter V

Naboo

The people of Theeds are seen around their city getting things ready for the Festival of light. They placed decorations around the city, while security has been increased. The royal guards are seen working with Clone soldiers that were send in to ensure there will no incidents tonight. The plan for the event is the chancellor will arrive with the queen and they will begin the ceremony.

Afterwards the celebration will begin, while the chancellor leaves with the queen to have their festivities at the Wayne family manor. So, security has a lot on their plate to make sure everyone has a good time tonight.

A transport ship is seen heading towards the palace as the queen of Naboo is present with several of their guards. The landing platform comes down as Jedi Master Mace Windu, Secura, and Plo Koon are seen walking down to meet with the queen.

"Master Jedi, welcome," the queen greeted them. "I trust the chancellor will soon join us?"

Master Windu nods in response. "She is, but we wanted to come down to make sure security is ready for tonight."

The queen nods as she motions for her head of security to hand the Jedi a holopad. "We are working to make sure everyone is scanned and checked before they can go inside the palace. Even to the manor tonight. That includes the employees as well."

Master Windu showed the holopad to the Jedi who examined it before they can respond. "We am glad to hear that," said Master Secura as she handed the holopad back to the queen. "We received word that a member of Death Watch is arriving soon to join the festivities?"

"Actually, they already arrived," said the queen as the Jedi see a woman wearing Mandalorian armor and was accompanied by two guards. "Master Jedi, this is Countess Ursa Wren. She is the leader of Clan Wren of the House Vizsla."

The three Jedi bow their heads in respect. "It is good to meet you, Countess," said Master Plo Koon. "If memory serves us correctly your family stood by Bo-Katan during the fight against Maul, correct?"

Countess Ursa nods in response. "My family joined Bo-Katan and we fought against Maul to retake our home. Unfortunately my husband did not make it and was killed."

"We are sorry to hear that, but we are glad you are here," said Master Windu.

"I almost didn't, but Bo felt someone from Mandalore should be here. At least to speak to the chancellor and find out what will happen with Mandalore," said Countess Ursa as she sees the chancellor embarking off her ship. "I guess we'll find out soon enough."

Chancellor Mon Mothma approached the queen and bowed her head. "Thank you for welcoming us, Queen Apailana. I trust everything is ready for tonight?"

The queen nods in response. "Yes it is and the festivities will begin soon. But perhaps we can go inside and discuss some private matters?"

The chancellor turns to the countess and nods in response. "Very well. We should go inside then and discuss this."

As they left Ahsoka and Lux began walking down the platform. "Looks like they are going to have a little meeting," said Lux as he sees the Mandalorian woman. "She looks familiar."

Ahsoka looks over where Lux is looking at and recognized the woman. "That's Countess Ursa Wren. She is a member of the Vizsla clan. I'm surprise to see her here. I would have thought she would be back home helping rebuild their government."

"I guess she is here for political reasons then," said Lux as the two grabbed their things. "Well, no point in us sticking around to join the meeting. Shall we head to the manor?"

Ahsoka nods in response. "Yeah, but we'll need a ride," just then she sees Alfred nearby with a sign in his hand and appeared to be waiting for them. "Never mind, we got one."

She rushes over and gives Alfred a big bug. "Good to see you too, lady Tano. I trust your flight went well?"

Ahsoka nods, while smiling at her friend. "It was okay. How is everything? Is the manor set up for tonight?"

"It is always set up for a special occasion," said Alfred as he sees Lux approaching him. "It is good to see you too, master Bonteri. I take it you put in your paperwork?"

Lux nods in response as he gave Alfred a soft hug. "Yes I did. As of right now I am no longer a senator."

"I am glad to hear that," Alfred breaks the hug and leads the couple to the car. "I am sure you two will spend the free time you have to form a little family of your own?"

This caused Ahsoka and Lux to blush softly with what he said. Of course they didn't argue about it. They have talked about it for a year now and they have considered it. That is until they are ready to retire.

"We're still thinking about it," said Lux as he helps put their things in the back of the trunk. "Although I think it might be a while before we try."

"Take your time then, but don't wait too long. Having children is a big responsibility," said Alfred as he helps close the trunk. "I should know I helped raise two who are still living at home."

This made Ahsoka chuckle a little. "We know and thanks for the advice."

Wayne Manor

Abigail is seen in the living room getting some things and also checking on the security systems she had set up. Ever since…that night on Coruscant she has been worried another incident like that night might occur again. So, she has been working on making sure no one gets in here without her knowing about it. Even if they tried wearing some disguise her security systems will see pass through them.

"Ms. Wayne, are you ready?" Tatsu asked as she came into the room. "The chancellor has arrived to the city and the festival will begin soon."

Abigail nods as she has the security system go on auto-pilot until she gets back. "All right. Aya, you are in charge and make sure none of the guests get in here until we get back."

"Of course, Ms. Wayne," said a voice that can be heard around the room.

"Talking to your A.I?" Daniel asked as he walked into the room wearing a suit.

A few months ago Abigail found an entity that was attached to a robotic suit that one of the probes that her company made to find other systems beyond their own. She was able to get this entity into her computer system and it called itself Aya. She had no memory of what she is or where she came from. However, she began working with Abigail and help Daniel on any missions where Abigail can't assist her.

Abigail nods as she smiled when she saw her brother wearing a suit. "Looking good, big brother."

"It has been some time since we have seen you wear something this nice," said Tatsu who seemed surprised by the outfit that Daniel is wearing.

"Well, I figured I wear something nice or be forced to wear whatever you might suggest, Abby," said Daniel as he walks over to his sister and placed his hand on her shoulder. "I also have Alfred to thank for getting this suit together, which I heard you had a hand in."

Abigail smiled at her brother and couldn't deny what he said. "Well, I found it while Tatsu and I were shopping in the markets. It was a little torn, but I knew I could fix it up. Alfred helped out and we got it together. Just promise me you won't wear your bat-suit underneath that suit."

Daniel unbuttons three of his buttons to show he doesn't have the suit underneath. "I'll have Alfred keep the outfit on standby. By the way where is…Padme?"

Abigail's expression changed and then looks up at the ceiling. "She took off a few minutes ago with the kids. I guess she wanted to get back to the palace in time for the festival. I told her we would be there as soon as you were ready. I guess though she wasn't sure if you would actually be going or not."

Daniel sighed as he looks down on the floor. "Well then…I guess I better go show her I will be there then."

Abigail's expression changed again as she turns to her brother. "Wait. Do you mean you are planning to talk to her?"

Daniel nods in response. "It's time we talk and see if I can get passed this."

Abigail was happy to hear and wonders what Alfred said to get him to come to this decision. "Well, let's get going then. By the way I should let you know Ahsoka and Lux will be here soon. So, once they arrive we should take off."

"Yeah…by the way Aya showed me the guest list. Why in the word did you invite him?" Daniel asked with his eyes narrowing at his sister who attempted to roll away. "Abby…why?"

Abby turns to her brother nervously and smiled. "Well, you see I thought you two should get along and I figured this is a good way to do it. He also gave me some nice gifts when I was recovering from my injury so I couldn't say no to not inviting him."

Daniel sighed in annoyance. "Just keep in mind I am not going to talk to him a lot."

"That's fine. I'll do all the talking," said Abby as Tatsu began rolling her out of the room.

"I am surprise he took it this well. I assume you will wait to tell him about who else you invited and what you have planned?" Tatsu asked.

Abigail began thinking about what she will say and ultimately shook her head in response. "I decided maybe it isn't time to go with that idea. The war is over so no need to go for it. However, as for who else I invited she called and said she wouldn't be able to make it. Although, she did ask me she might come over once the guests are gone."

Theeds

In the palace there is a meeting with the Jedi as they spoke to Countess Ursa about security and how the night is going to go down. They will start with the chancellor giving her speech with the queen and the chief of the Gungans. After that the ceremony will begin and they will have some festivities in the palace before moving on to the Wayne Manor where the rest of the festivities will continue. This will continue until after midnight when they will turn in for the night.

The Jedi have been able to cooperate with the countess, the Naboo security team, their Clones, and the Wayne family about how tight security will be. They even had security inspect the staff, food, and anything that they might suspect would be used for an attack. The chancellor asked them to be very thorough due to what happened last time. She didn't want a repeat of that night and wants this festival to go off without any problems.

Despite crime going down in parts of the galaxy there was still some concerns that another criminal organization might try something to attack the festival tonight. It wouldn't be the first time this happened and the Republic wanted to avoid another incident.

"We should have our men check those employed tonight and anything they might have brought," Countess Ursa suggested.

"Checking their background won't be a problem, but checking their personal belongings might cause some issues," said Master Secura as she felt violating their privacy might cause some backlash.

"I don't care about their personal things. It's what else they brought that worries me," said Countess Ursa as she went on to explain. "We need to be sure they didn't bring anything that could be used as a weapon. Anything small and that might contain something dangerous should be checked."

"I agree," said the captain of the chancellor's security guards. "I know many have their rights to privacy, but with how things are right now it is better safe than sorry. I'm sure if we explain it to them though they will cooperate."

The queen didn't like the idea of having her people have their things looked though because they might be criminals. However, she knew she had to look out for the safety of the public and their guests. "Very well. As long as they cooperate and are aware of why we are doing this."

Master Windu nods in agreement before moving on to their next topic. "Now then. We have been informed by Ms. Abigail Wayne that her mom has been secured and our men have finished inspecting the area. Master Secura will head on over to get everything ready when the guests arrive."

Chancellor Mothma stood up from her seat and goes over the time. "The festival will begin at six, which is two hours away. Once it starts we will be here with the guests to celebrate with the crowd for a few hours. Then take the rest of the festivities to the Wayne Manor. There it will continue until midnight and then we will all return to the city."

"Very well. We will inform our Clones and let them know the schedule," said Master Plo as they decide to move on to the next topic.

Meanwhile, outside of the room Padme is with her kids waiting to speak with the chancellor and the queen. She wanted to come by to speak with them before the festival. For some time she has been asked by the queen and the chancellor to return to politics. Not to be a senator or queen, but be an advisor.

They knew there were people who still looked up to her and wanted her to come back. Padme has expressed interest in coming back, but was still unsure about not being there for her children. Still, she did miss helping people and did want to help them. But, she wanted to work some things out.

As she waited she sees a familiar face and smiled. "Bail, it's good to see you again," she said as she approaches the senator of Alderaan

Bail returned the hug and was happy to see his friend again. "I'm glad to see you too and how are your children?"

Padme smiled as she turns her kids who walk up behind her. "Why not ask them themselves? Kids, do you remember Senator Organa?"

The kids both nod in response and continue to stay behind their mother very shy. Bail smiled at both kids as he kneels down in front of them.

"It's good to see you both. I remember the last time I saw you two you were this size," said Bail as he shows how small the kids looked compared to how they are now.

Both kids smiled at the senator as he pulls out some candy then gave it to them. Padme smiled as she sees her kids taking the candy and begin eating them.

"You seem to have a way with children," said Padme as she pets the heads of her kids. "So, how are things back home?"

"Thing are going well. In fact, my wife and I are finally going to have a child together," said Bail as the two went over to sit on a nearby bench while the kids are eating their sweets.

Padme smiled happily. "Oh I am so happy to hear that. I was wondering when you two would have a child together. Have you found out what the gender is going to be?"

Bail shook his head in response. "We are going to wait till later on to find out, but we are hoping it will be a girl. We've always wanted to have a daughter."

Padme nods recalling what Bail's wife told her before. "Well, I hope you do have a daughter too and maybe she can become friends with Leia."

Bail nods in response before turning to the door where the queen, the chancellor, and the Jedi are talking. "I take it the queen is going to ask you to take her offer?"

Padme didn't seem surprised that Bail knew about the offer and nods in response. "I have been tempted to come back, but I'm worried about what this will mean. Even before becoming chancellor I was already targeted by so many enemies. After becoming chancellor the list grew even more. Despite my retirement I am worried those enemies will come back for me or my children."

Bail knew what Padme says is true. Despite many of her enemies being locked up, there were still others who remained hidden. He even heard how the Jedi are worried if the children are Force sensitive there would be plenty of criminals who would want to use them for their own gains. The Jedi offered to take them in, but Padme has refused due to how they might turn out.

"However, Ahsoka offered to help me care for the children and I might take her up on her offer. Although, it depends on what I am offered," said Padme as she sees the door opening and sees everyone leaving the room. "I guess I'll find out soon enough."

Bail nods as he got up from his seat made a suggestion. "If you want I can keep an eye on the children while you speak with the queen."

Padme didn't like the idea of being far from her children, but she trusts Bail and she knew they would be in good hands. "All right. I promise not to be long and thank you."

Docking Bay

Meanwhile, the last transport ship arrive as the security guards began checking the shipment. To make sure it wasn't carrying anything dangerous. They scanned the crates and used canine creatures to sniff out for any contraband. Wanting to make sure the festival will go off without any problems.

"Something wrong, boys?" asked the pilot of the ship as she came out wearing her uniform and hat to cover her hair.

"Just doing our inspection. Can we see what your delivering?" one of the guards asked.

"Sure thing, cutie," said the pilot as she handed him the holopad.

The guard began looking over it and checked the crates to make sure they are not anything different. "Where is all of this going?"

"It's going to the new science facility that is opening up in the city," the pilot replied as she shows on the holopad who ordered the equipment.

The guards looked at the holopad and even contacted the facility to be sure this is their order. Once the confirmation came through they handed the holopad back to the woman.

"All right. Carry on then," said the guard as they took off to continue working.

The pilot smiled as she goes to her ship and knocks on the door. "It got through. Now what, puddin'?"

The door opened and out came a masked man as he handed the pilot a small device. "Head back and get the boys ready for the party. The first part of my plan is about to begin."

There we go with the ending of the chapter and yeah sorry again guys for the chapter taking a while to get up. Work and school has kept me busy. Still, I hope you all liked this chapter. And I hope you will like what is going to happen soon.

Looks like something is about to happen during the festival. Will the Jedi and Batman be ready? Will they figure out what is going on? And how are things going to go when it happens?

Tune in next time to find out and thanks to the support from the last chapter. Please leave some reviews, but remember nothing negative please. If you didn't like this then don't leave a review. Take care guys and see you all next time.