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Chapter 20: Reunion on Corellia
Still entertaining her good friend Gav along with Satine, Allana greeted her husband and son on the landing platform after hearing about what had happened to her youngest grandson. "Oh it's good to see you once more son, how is Shmi and the boys?" she asked Qui Gon who gave a smile, "Well, we could be better. Recently we've seen to have nothing but trouble with bounty hunters and Sith lords" he explained
Jaden laughed, "It's amazing that Obi Wan and Anakin have time to spend with Padme and Hannah" he pointed out not seeing Satine slowly raise her head up. Who was Hannah? Had Obi Wan moved on and forgotten about her, even after what happened between them? She kept silent as Allana continued, "Well, when they get here, we'll let them have some time around the villa" she assured him before she continued;
"Now, I would like to meet Prime Minister Gav Spaar of Mandalore and young Princess Satine who's training to become Duchess" she informed them as Qui Gon looked over at the young woman before him knowing he had meet her before and as if she was reading his mind, she spoke, "We've meet years ago Master Jinn, you were with your wife and two sons" she reminded him.
He smiled, "Ah yes of course and then Obi Wan saved you from the attempted kidnapping" he pointed out as Satine nodded, "Yes, we're very good…..friends" she softly admitted knowing in her heart, she wanted more with him.
Flashback
"You'll be okay now Satine, I promise you" Obi Wan assured her, keeping her secure in her arms as his younger brother Anakin remained a few feet ahead of them, sensing his brother's feelings for the young girl. "Thank you for coming to my rescue Obi Wan. You were indeed brave" she informed him as he laughed,
"It's a Jedi job to protect others and I wasn't about to let them win neither was Anakin" he replied almost reaching their grandparents' villa when Satine stopped him and turned to face him. "I've never met any boy like you before and you are indeed my knight in shining armour" she smirked placing a hand on his face which was soft and warm against his skin.
"Just doing my Jedi duty" he explained and without any more words, Satine and Obi Wan leaned closer to each other and shared their first gentle romantic kiss together.
"I better go contact the Jedi and Shmi about what's happened and perhaps do some medicating" Qui Gon informed them moving off as Jaden wrapped an arm around his wife, "How about we take a walk around the gardens?" he suggested to her making her smile, "That sounds like a wonderful idea" she smiled taking his arm, Gav and Satine watched them move away leaving them to proceed up to their quarters they were staying in while they were here.
"You understand what must not be allowed in order for you become Duchess" he spoke out as she sighed quietly, "Don't fall in love with a Jedi" she softly admitted as he nodded, "Yes, we cannot have our future Duchess relying on the Jedi for protection when they are constantly serving the Republic" he explained
Satine was only half listening, for she knew she could not forget Obi Wan, the young Jedi who saved her from an attempted kidnapping many years ago. Satine looked over at the man she had come to known as her adoptive father. "But Gav, the Jedi are the keepers of peace and justice. Wouldn't it be worth having the Jedi close by?" she asked, going on, "Look at Mistress Jinn, her husband is a Jedi Master and the people of Corellia feel safe knowing the Jedi will rush to their aid if in the event of a war" she pointed out but Gav scoffed,
"Mandalore rulers do not have time to become romantically involved with anyone and that includes Jedi. So, heed my words Satine and distant yourself from any Jedi friends you may have" he informed her moving down the hallway into their quarters however Satine simply moved over to one of the large glass windows, looking out over the city. She wanted to be a great ruler of her people but she just couldn't be so cold to the man she still loved.
His failure at capturing Anakin Skywalker, Xanatos had to report to his master about the failed plan. Having taken care of Dax and his men, Xanatos now took control of their ship and prepared communications for his report. He knelt before the hologram before it came to life and the blue holo image of his cloaked master looked down at him.
"Have you captured young Skywalker?" he asked straight out as Xanatos clenched his fists together. "No. He was in my grasp but he eluded me and escape a short time ago with his companion" he informed him. "Senator Amidala" Sidious snarled through his teeth. "I thought she was supposed to be dead" he questioned as Xanatos shook his head, "Apparently not. She's alive and with the Jedi right now. The pirates have been taken care of" he explained.
"Our plan has come to a halt for now but it is only minor" he told him. "What are your new orders now master?" Xanatos asked as Sidious smirked, "Return to our base on the planet Geonosis and oversee the production of our new army. Our time is coming for the Sith to take their place in the galaxy" he assured him before his hologram disappeared and Xanatos rose to his feet once more setting course for Geonosis. He might have not completed his revenge on his old master now but soon he will make his family and him suffer dearly.
The sleek silver Naboo ship emerged out of hyperspace a short time later and the planet Corellia came into view. Obi Wan sighed, before speaking out, "Well, get ready for the crowd of excited citizens as we land" he warned them as Padme looked confused, "What does he mean?" she asked looking up at Anakin who wrapped an arm around her waist.
"Ever since we first visited our grandparents when we were little, the citizens of Corellia, have always been excited to see it and often have petitioned for our grandparents to raise Obi Wan and I here so that we can live as rich socialities like princes instead of Jedi" he explained as Obi Wan added, "Yes indeed and the girls have been pleading that we both pick of them to marry" he smirked turning around in his chair as Padme giggled slightly, "Well, I don't think I have nothing to worry about, don't I?" she asked Anakin who nodded in agreement.
"That's right. You're the only girl for me" he promised her sharing a sweet kiss together as Obi Wan turned back around to look out at the city as they flew towards their grandparents villa.
He kept thinking about his previous thoughts on politicians and realised he did not wish to get involved with one like Anakin had. Hannah was different and he liked her a lot, even loved her and he couldn't wait to see her again.
Landing down on the private landing pad, Obi Wan, Anakin and Padme followed by 3Po and R2 descended the landing lamp where they were greeted by Allana, Jaden, Qui Gon and a new figure. Obi Wan recognised them instantly-Satine, his first love from all those years ago and she was still as beautiful as ever.
Her short blond hair was tucked behind her ears styled up in a elaborate twist. He smiled over at her before moving to greet his father and grandparents once more. Allana happily hugged Anakin and Padme, "Oh, I've been so worried for you both!" she cried,
"When Jaden told me what had happened, I was so concerned for your safety" she told them as Padme smiled, "That's very kind of you to say even though I'm not family" she pointed out as Allana only smiled, "Oh sweetheart, don't say that. Anakin told me about what happened with your father and what he said which I think is awful and I'm letting you know you're apart of our family" she assured her
She smiled "Besides, I've always wanted a granddaughter" she beamed hugging her once again then moved over to Anakin and Obi Wan, "You two really know how to give your father more and more grey hairs" she told them seeing Obi Wan laugh. "I think Anakin's done that more times than I have" he corrected ignoring the glare from his father.
"I've had your rooms prepared before you arrived so you can head upstairs and rest before joining us for dinner tonight" Allana pointed out as Anakin spoke up, "Uh, actually, I have something I need to say to Padme but first, grandma, do you mind finding something special for Padme to wear?" he asked her as she nodded, "Of course, come with me dear" she replied moving off with Padme and Anakin headed off into the gardens.
Qui Gon looked across at his other son standing with Satine. Jaden caught his stare, "He knows what he's doing son, let him make his own choices" he insisted as Qui Gon nodded silently, "After what Siri did to him, I'm more cautious than ever" he only replied moving away with his father.
"I didn't expect to see you here once again Satine" Obi Wan admitted, "I've missed you" he added before she raised a hand to his face, feeling small hairs starting to grow out, "It's a shame soon you'll be hiding this beautiful face with a beard" she smirked as he took her hand into his's. "Well I'm not a young Jedi padawan any more and things have to change" he pointed out as she nodded, "So I heard" she only replied.
"What does that mean?" he asked curiously as Satine looked straight at him. "I heard about your new relationship with a girl named Hannah, which hurt me a little" she confessed but Obi Wan was even more confused, "Satine, we haven't seen each other in nearly 13 years and had no contact since that night we kissed. What did you expect me to do?" he asked her as Satine shrugged, "Told me the truth about how you felt instead you let me do all the talking and the first move" she replied
She started to move off towards the villa before he fell into line beside her. "Satine, we were younger back then. I was still trying to get over my failed relationship with Siri. I wasn't ready then" he pointed out. "Are you now?" Satine asked him straight out stopping in her steps as he moved before her, hands in hers. "I can't hurt Hannah like Siri hurt me and it's difficult because I really like you and I also like Hannah" he explained.
He placed both hands on her face holding her close, "Satine, you're training to become Duchess, do you think it's a good idea for us to become involved even when you become Duchess?" he asked. Satine felt the tears in her eyes, "Yes, I need you and I want you with me" she cried and then unexpectedly and without thinking,
Obi Wan and Satine shared a romantic kiss like they shared the first time, only this time they did not see Gav watching from a distance, gritting his teeth in anger-his previous warning to Satine had been forgotten about. This would not end well.
Allana smiled at how beautiful Padme looked in the stunning pale blue strapless dress with her brown curls flowing down her back. She had given her a stunning diamond necklace to wear. "Oh, sweetie, you look so beautiful. Anakin is going to be blown away" she gushed
Padme beamed, "Well; Ani loves me anything so this won't be a surprise to him. He calls me an angel" she informed her as Allana laughed, "Oh well I have to agree with him there because right now, you sure do look like a glowing angel" she replied going on,
"Now, let's not keep my grandson waiting any longer" she added. Padme felt her heart lift once again thinking about Anakin and wondered what exactly did he have planned for her-however little did she know, it would be life changing.
As the sun began to set, casting an orange glow across the whole city including the gardens where Anakin quietly waited for Padme ignoring the spying holo net reporters trying to attract his attention for a picture. Anakin took a deep breath, realising what he was about to do.
In his heart, there were no doubts about loving Padme no matter what her father thought-he wouldn't listen to him and be with the girl he loved-his angel. He looked up towards the balcony where he saw his grandmother smiling down at him and then coming down the stoned steps in her beautiful strapless blue dress was his angel. He saw her smile as she made her way over to where he was standing.
He took her into his arms sharing another kiss together. "Miss me?" she teased as he shook his head smirking, "You have no idea" he only replied as he looked down at her, "Padme, there is something I need to tell you and deep down, I know this is what I really want" he admitted as she silently looked at him with her deep brown eyes, "What is it Ani?" she asked as he went on,
"From the moment I met you that night in the alleyway, I knew there was something about you that made me crazy for you and I will always protect you from those who want to hurt you" he assured her as she placed a hand on his face. "You already do that Ani, and I love you with all my heart" she whispered but he went on, "But I want to ensure we'll always be together" he told her
He dropped down to one knee; she gasped hand to her mouth. "Padme Naberrie Amidala" he began, "….will you marry me?" he asked holding out the beautiful ring to her. She felt the tears in her eyes, "Yes! Yes, Anakin, I'll marry you" she cried watching him slip the ring on her finger before lifting her into his arms spinning her around happily.
They then shared a passionate kiss together before Padme looked down at the ring which had a dazzling shiny krayt dragon pearl in the middle. "Oh Anakin, it's beautiful" she gushed, "Where did you find it?" she asked seeing him cheekily smirk, "Well, remember when Obi Wan and I were coming to rescue you and Hannah from Jabba and I fell into the pit" he started to recount to her as she nodded,
"Well, turns out he had a krayt dragon down there and when I killed him, I spied the pearl and took it for myself saving it for just the right occasion" he finished as she wrapped her arms around his neck pulling him closer, "You are wonderful to me, I'm the luckiest girl in the world" she happily cried before he picked her up and spun her around again, "And we'll always be together forever" he assured her sealing their happiness and joyous news with another romantic kiss amongst the beauty of the gardens.
Observing his younger brother and his girlfriend down in the gardens, Obi Wan kept his hand in Satine's smiling over at her cheerfully. "Anakin sure seems happy, happier than I've ever remembered him being" she noted as Obi Wan nodded, "Yeah, he's found the girl he wanted to be with him and is never going to let her go" he replied
Satine moved closer to him resting her head against his shoulder. "Do you ever think you'll settle down with the right girl?" she asked as he sighed, "I hope so, I know mom and dad would like me too. Ever since Siri, I've been distant from wanting to be in a relationship hitting the nightclubs of Courscant with my friends worrying them and maybe Hannah could be the one" he admitted just as he felt Satine's hand slip out of his's.
She looked down into the gardens at Padme and Anakin, "I just hope you make the right decision in the end, Ben" she informed him, still not looking up at him, "Can I ask you something?" she asked, "Anything" he replied before she finally turned her gaze over to him. "Is Hannah the girl you want to be with for the rest of your life?" she asked him straight out leaving him unable to answer.
She touched his face gently, "Don't make the wrong mistake Obi Wan" she softly warned him beginning to proceed back inside the villa leaving Obi Wan wondering if she was right. He could the old feelings returning for Satine but he just couldn't hurt Hannah-sometimes he wondered how come his father and younger brother found having attachments so easy to have.
Having managed to escape Rush's constant questions, Hannah ducked out of the Senate building and straight over to Dexter's Diner where she was meeting up with Ahsoka who informed her that Anakin and Padme are safe and with Obi Wan, Qui Gon and Jaden on Corellia.
"They should back in another two days" Ahsoka pointed out taking a seat opposite Hannah after ordering their meals. "It will be wonderful to see Obi Wan again. I haven't seen him since the night Anakin and Padme were kidnapped from the retreat" she pointed out as Ahsoka nodded, "I haven't seen Sky guy since the Battle of Naboo and I miss my regular taunts and teasing with him" she smirked cheekily.
Hannah smiled, "Seems like you like having you fun with Anakin don't you?" she asked seeing her nod. "Oh yeah. I hope one day when the time comes, he'll take me as his padawan. I would love to learn from him. His skills are often talked about amongst the Jedi in the Temple" she admitted making Hannah agree, "I hear about that, must make Anakin embarrassed at times" she pointed out.
"Of course but then that's what the teasing is for" Ahsoka smirked taking a sip of her drink as Hannah's thought drifted back to Obi Wan. She did indeed miss him and wondered if this is how Padme felt when Anakin was away. Of course, she did! She's in love truly with Anakin. She thought before she heard Ahsoka speak again, "Do you think Anakin should take me as a padawan?" she asked startling Hannah from her thoughts.
"Of course, you guys would work so well together. I saw you two fighting on Naboo. You two make a terrific team. Who told you other wise?" she asked curiously as Ahsoka shrugged, "Just some of the older students and Siri and Darra a while back said he was only pretending to be my friend" she pointed out. Hannah rolled her eyes at Siri's name,
"Ahsoka, don't you worry about what others say. Anakin makes his own decisions, even if sometimes most of them are reckless and crazy" she pointed out sharing a laugh with Ahsoka. "When the time comes, he'll choose who he wants and something tells me, he's determined to take you on as a padawan" she assured her. Ahsoka smiled, "Thanks Hannah, you're a good friend" she replied just as the waitress brought over their food.
Still hanging around on Courscant, Rabe was surprised when she ran into Rush once more. "Padme is not here sadly and sorry to break it to you but…" Rabe scoffed, "I know, I know, She's with Anakin to my disgust" he muttered as not seeing Rabe's eyes light up excitedly, "Seems like you're not over Padme like she's over you huh?" she noted.
Rush nodded, "You said it Rabe and no, I'm not helping you force her out of the Senate" he informed her remembering what she had done years ago. Rabe laughed one hand on his shoulder, "I don't care about politics anymore. I just want Padme's life destroyed and her relationship with Anakin finished" she informed him.
Rush looked at her, "What does that have to do with me?" he asked. She smiled, "When she breaks up with Anakin, I'll make sure you're the first person she runs to for comfort" she assured him. "Stick with me and you'll soon be with Padme and have her love you in return" she promised battling her eyes at him.
Rush sighed. He was still weary of her but something told him, she could really help. "Alright, I'll help you" he eventually admitted seeing her smile even more.
Uh oh, that doesn't sound good now does it? What is Rabe and Rush up to now? Will she succeed? How will everyone else react to Anakin and Padme's engagement when they return to Courscant? Will Obi Wan chose the right girl: Hannah or Satine? Does Ahsoka have doubts Anakin will choose her as a padawan? The rising Sith will keep on rising and this new army will begin a war no one expected or will be prepared for? And Qui Gon, Obi Wan and Anakin are forced to meet up with Xanatos again, with Qui Gon forced to remember some of his ex padawan's terrible deeds that almost cost him his two sons. All this and more in the next chapter