My lovely readers, I am so so sorry this chapter took forever for me to post! _ A lot has been going on in my life personally and my holidays were a bit crazy. I promise I will do what I can to post regularly and to make it weekly. If there is a delay do not worry the story is still going. Thank you all so much for your love, comments, and support. You guys are truly the best. 3


Chapter Fifteen

Kylo had kept his promise on their safe flight to Dantooine.

Bax and his maintenance crew had done well in improving the command shuttle's condition where it was as good as new. Everything had gone smoothly from the take-off to the landing. The trip itself had been painless and quick more so with Kylo as its lead pilot. Even so, Falynn had made no effort to communicate with her husband.

Not after what had happened yesterday, not after he had pushed her away from him so harshly.

Kylo might as well had spit at her, his dismissal had cut her much deeper than she ever thought it would. Her hand tightened on her arm remembering the way Kylo had looked at her bruises, the way he had forced the kiss on her. True she had kissed him back, but he had initiated it at first. He had been the one spying on her, for how long she didn't know so why the hell did he have the right to push her away like that.

Like she was nothing.

He had told her he would never intentionally hurt her, he must have been a fool then. Clearly, he did not understand that physical wounds weren't the only injuries he could inflict. Falynn couldn't even look in his direction for the fear of the force striking out and slamming into where he sat in the pilot's seat.

Falynn had not gone to Henne's room when she had left their bedroom. She didn't want to explain to her friend why she was back in her sleeping chamber. Henne had seemed so happy and pleased when Falynn had finally moved to Kylo's room. She didn't want to face Henne's disappointed expression when she herself was filled with the bleak emotions. Instead, she had gone back to the storage chamber where she and Kylo trained and made herself comfortable the best she could between two large crates grabbing a cloth that had been draped over one of them.

So much for her good night's sleep.

She had curled into herself tucking her robes in and eventually fell asleep while being completely overtaken by exhaustion. She probably had only gotten a couple of hours of sleep. She didn't give a shit if she had bags under her eyes, or if her skin appeared clammy. She couldn't give a damn if she looked like a giant blurrg. She would look however she damn well pleased as she sat in the back next to Henne. Falynn had gone to the hangar before everyone else had and had pulled out a pair of her dark gray traveling sleeveless tunic from her traveling case, not wanting to go back to her and Kylo's room. If it was even considered that anymore. She had combed her hair with her fingers than tied it back in a braid before twisting it into a bun on the back of her head. Sitting herself down in the chair Falynn settled herself in before closing her eyes hoping to get a bit more rest in.

That never happened.

Soon after Henne boarded along with Kylo, neither of them saying a word to Falynn.

Henne because she knew better, Kylo because he probably didn't care. The rest of the crew must have been able to read the atmosphere because none of them had said much either.

Dantooine was quiet as the shuttle's ramp opened allowing fresh air to enter it. The smell of dirt, water, and grass hit Falynn's nose. Falynn quickly removed herself from the chair and made her way towards the shuttle's ramp. She hadn't bothered to strap herself into her chair during the trip, she wanted to make sure she was the first to exit where she wouldn't have to interact with her husband. Kylo had commanded Falynn that he didn't want her to leave his side once they were on Dantooine. She didn't think she could keep her promise now. He may have had his mission on Dantooine but now Falynn had her own. Especially after what conspired last night. She was already making plans in her head to make sure she and Kylo did not share a room together.

Several Stormtroopers waited for Kylo to exit the command shuttle along with two officers dressed in pristine black suits lined with red, and black caps on top of their heads. One was a man perhaps in his early fifties, the other a woman close to the same age. They had their hands held behind their backs their chins held high in respect for their Supreme Leader. Falynn didn't bother to make herself known to them, not in the mood to show off her position. Instead with her bag slung over her shoulder she made her way behind the Stormtroopers taking in the scenery before them.

There was a slight breeze that softly blew pieces of loose hair from Falynn's braided bun and rustled the tall grasses of lavender and gold and around her feet. In the distance, there were cream-colored huts, along with a farming mill. Falynn smiled at the simplicity and peacefulness of the small planet. It was refreshing and something she didn't get to see very often.

Looking behind her, she watched as Kylo approached the two officers and Stormtroopers. Through the wind and the sound of the whistling grass, Falynn couldn't hear much of what Kylo and the two officers were discussing. Henne who was the last to exit the shuttle peered around the Stormtroopers brows furrowing until she spotted her mistress. Giving a quick bow to the officers Henne walked around them and made her way to Falynn's side. Kylo watched for a moment to see where the handmaiden was going. He looked behind him, then frowned as his eyes scanned over the heads of the Stormtroopers and landed on Falynn. She ignored him turning away and began to walk towards the cream-colored huts. Falynn made no explanation to Henne where she was doing as the two of them began to walk through the tall grass towards the farm. Leaving Kylo behind now wouldn't give him much of a chance to follow her. Not with the officers taking up his time with their reports. Not to mention Kylo would have to check on the troops, see where they were stationed, check their inventories and make sure everything was ready for if they found the Resistance. He might have the chance after all of that was done, but for now, Falynn wouldn't worry about it. Now she needed to find a place where she herself could be stationed and rest, now that plans of staying with Kylo were out the window. Henne stayed quiet by her side, no doubt taking note of how pale and clammy her mistress probably looked. Falynn hadn't had the energy or the high spirits to ask Henne how it went with Bax. She made a note that she would ask later when she felt more in the mood of light-hearted topics of conversation.

The farm was quiet enough where Falynn didn't even have to knock on one of the doors to know that it was vacant. This specific piece of land had become a deserted farming community. Even the barns that were nearby didn't utter a whisper of life. Choosing one of the huts that were closer to the barn Falynn was happy to see there was a bed, a small kitchen area, even a loft that led to two smaller beds. The air was dusty, but it wasn't unliveable. Whoever had left this home, had left it clean. The homes themselves were probably outdated and the residents decided to move somewhere else. Maybe even moved to a different planet. Stepping inside Falynn walked over to the bed and tossed her bag onto it.

"What are we doing here?" Henne squinted her eyes as she used her hand to swat at some particles of dust. "Why are we not with our lord? Did something happen between you two again?"

Falynn didn't answer as she sat down on the bed surprised by how soft it was. Not her bed on the Star Destroyer, but an upgrade from the crates she slept against last night. Brushing some dust off the bed, Falynn looked up towards Henne.

"Believe it or not, the man can be unreasonable. Though I may be his wife, doesn't mean I have to be his lover," her words came out harsher than she intended. Noticing the hurt that flickered in Henne's eyes Falynn sighed before lowering her voice "I apologize."

Henne's face softened in understanding as she walked over to sit on the bed beside her mistress. Placing a gentle hand on her back she tilted her head forward where Falynn could see her smile.

"No need, my lady. I will sleep up in the loft if that is what you wish," Henne gave her a reassuring rub on the back. "Or if you would like I will go sleep where I am supposed to be stationed. Whatever choice my lady, I will support you and give you the time that you need."

Falynn lifted her head returning Henne's smile.

Her handmaiden was a good woman. She deserved more than this. More than being tied to the First Order. Once Falynn found a way to break the First Order and help the rise in the Resistance, she would make sure her friend would be able to follow her out. If that's what she wished. Henne was the only person that gave Falynn a bit of hope in the dark world that she now wrapped in. She would forever be grateful to her for that.

With that in mind, Falynn knew she needed to get a move on in her search.

"Henne," Falynn raised her eyebrows. "I need you to do something for me."

"Anything, my lady."

"I don't want Kylo Ren knowing where I am," Falynn said then quickly added with Henne's concerned expression. "Don't not tell him anything. Just tell him I am going to be stationed with you. He will believe that. I will be there for any important meetings or events, but I need to be left alone."

Henne's brows furrowed. "My lady...what are you planning to do?"

"I am going to rest for a while," Falynn lied as she laid down on her back. "I then might scope out Dantooine for myself to see if I can find any information that could prove to be important."

"Falynn," Henne's face creased with concern. "Isn't that unsafe?"

"Don't worry," Falynn gave her a reassuring grin. "I will be fine."

Because once she found the Resistance, it was the First Order who should begin to worry about being unsafe.


The Resistance ship was smaller, with little to no cargo on board, which told Kylo this wasn't a strong base for them. Still, Dantooine gave them plenty of time to plan while they took out the smaller group if any of the Resistance was still located on the planet. Kylo was hoping that the ship would have been a bit more important. Apparently the ship itself could only sit four and had little firepower on it. It's main use only seemed to be a transporter. They must have already gathered what they needed and had already left. Kylo doubted though they all had left, there was always some that stayed behind.

Kylo had chosen one of the larger farm homes north of where they had landed the command shuttle. Dantooine wasn't known for its luxurious living, and if it weren't for needing more planning space he probably would have just stayed on the command shuttle, as he had on Naboo. There was no reason for him to have a bigger room. He had watched as Falynn had walked away with Henne without looking back. He doubted the two of them would share a room together again anytime soon. Perhaps it was better that way. Even though he told her he wanted her there with him and told her to stay by his side this was how it should be.

The farmhouse that Kylo chose was on its own estate and been left empty but not untaken care of. It was clean and nicely furnished. A few spots needed to be dusted, but it was comfortable enough. Not to mention it was easy for the Stormtroopers to camp out in the barn that was on the Estate or in the smaller farm huts that scattered around the Estate. General Jase was stationed only a few yards away from Kylo in a domed hut. Kylo's own farmhouse was shaped in a dome with a tall ceiling, attached to arched shaped halls that led into other rooms. Kylo took a bit of time exploring the homes then stopping where one of the glass arched hallways viewed out into a garden. Nothing was growing in the garden, other than grass proof of the years it had been unattended. The only visible plant was the large tree that shot straight up until it blossomed out different colored leaves. The sign of the season they were in on Dantooine. The tree was located directly in the middle of the garden as if it was it was the life force of the garden. The garden itself was encased in glass, the only opening being left for the tree.

As simple as it was the view was serene.

The farmhouse was probably was once a vital place of growth and life. The garden was probably full of vegetables and fruits and other colorful assortment of plants. The owners probably took pride in that, amongst their livestock. No doubt a peaceful and happy way to live. Narrowing his eyes Kylo wondered why anyone would abandon it. Had there was something better out there for those farmers or did they have a choice in leaving their home.

Shaking off the feeling, Kylo moved down the glass hallway until he reached the small study. In the middle of the study there was a small desk, that was attached to the mainframe of the computer of the office. Nothing extraordinary but Kylo did find it be useful. Clicking down on the power button the computer began to hum to life as a netscreen of Dantooine came up.

Kylo leaned in closer to the holographic map to quickly realize it showed all of Dantooine. The farmers no doubt used it for trade routes with possible mercenaries, or neighboring farms. Kylo wasn't all too familiar with Dantooine mainly only aware of its history with the Rebels who had used it for their base. The map would certainly make it more convenient for them if they needed to pinpoint certain locations. Reaching a hand up Kylo swiped across the map, then sighed. The next image was of different plants and information on their resources and value. Clicking it off he decided that he and General Jase would need to go over the locations together to form a plan over the next few days. Taking the back exit out of the house Kylo stepped out into the night air his breath immediately coming out in a line of steam. He hadn't realized that time had already flown by so quickly and how quickly the temperature had dropped. He had only taken a few steps when he heard a crunch behind him. Kylo quickly grabbed his lightsaber buzzing it to life as he spun around only to face the wide-eyed handmaiden.

Henne had both of her hands up, as she slowly bowed her head to Kylo.

Quickly turning off his lightsaber Kylo attached it back to his side.

"I-I am sorry for intruding upon you, my lord," Henne's voice shook as she lifted her head up. "I just came to inform you of my ladyship."

Knitting his brows together Kylo folded his arms. "You came to me on matters of my wife?"

Henne nodded, her hands clasped tight in front of her. She was nervous and afraid, Kylo could easily sense that. She was afraid of how Kylo would react with her next words. Kylo's own body tensed in anticipation, as the handmaiden usually did not show signs of fear in front of the Supreme Leader.

"My lady said she would like to rest in my chambers," Henne's voice was slow and cautious. "She also said that if there are any important events she would attend as long as you send word."

Kylo swallowed down a lump that formed in his throat. So Falynn had decided to take her stay with Henne instead of him. Not that, that came as a surprise to him aware of the emotions he had stirred in her last night.

What it would have done to anybody.

The fact though that Falynn had sent Henne as a messenger somehow got underneath his skin. Was it too much to at least come and tell him herself? Kylo grimaced remembering he was the one who had pushed her away last night, not the other way around. Of course, she wouldn't tell him herself. Nodding to Henne Kylo turned and began to stalk off to where General Jase was.

Mood suddenly more soured Kylo swung open the door to General Jase's hut without bothering to knock. The General looked up at him with an arched eyebrow several Stormtroopers circling the small round table they stood at. Kylo dismissed the look and strode over to the table. Nothing was laid on the table which meant the General and the Troopers were merely discussing matters.

Kylo was silent for a moment as he stared at the blank table his mind wandering back to what Henne had told him. Focus, Kylo silently barked at himself. Focus on the damn plan.

"Supreme Leader?" the general's deep voice cut through Kylo's mind bringing him out of his loop of thoughts.

Looking up Kylo saw that they were all looking at him. He was here for a purpose, he had to follow through with it. Even if his mind was filled with confusion and possible hurt. He needed to focus.

"Come to the farmhouse," Kylo sternly instructed. "It has a map we can use."


Falynn could not believe this.

What had she done?

As she sat against one of the rough trunks of Dantooine's trees Falynn began to loudly curses at herself in frustration. How in the hell had she gotten so lost? It hadn't taken her long to leave after Henne had left. Falynn had taken her route to the fields knowing that the Resistance base would most likely be underground. Dantooine being such a small planet if they stayed more above ground they would be easier to spot. Falynn knew them well enough that they wouldn't be so reckless to make themselves such easy targets.

Falynn had tracked for hours, and neck was beginning to form knots with the length of time she kept her head down. Her efforts proved fruitless, as Falynn didn't find a single indication of any tracks or mechanics of where the Resistance could possibly be. She had found absolutely nothing, not even a single footprint other than the ones made by the iriaz and grath hounds. Apparently Kylo had landed his command shuttle so secluded that she hadn't even be able to see any other farm homes or divisions other than the ones they had been staying on. With each of her footsteps, the more frustrated Falynn felt, it slowly molting down into anger until Falynn had blasted out her power onto an empty field. The tall grass had shuddered and howled back as Falynn roared out a yell.

She thought this would be easy that she would easily be able to find them or at least feel some type of life force. It had been the most use of her power she had done since she had been married. Falynn's body was feeling weighed down with fatigue and aching muscles, and the lack of sleep she had.

The situation itself could be deemed as funny in an ironic kind of way.

A snicker escaped her lips, as her braid was now loose and falling onto her shoulders while dust began to cling onto her cloak. She looked no different from when she had been a wandering attempted scoundrel. It had been very much like this, but instead of a tree Falynn would find herself against a back-alley shop or cantina.

Reaching into her satchel Falynn pulled out a flask twisting opening its lid and tilted it up to her lips. Only a few drops hit her tongue and she tossed it to the ground beside her wishing she had brought another that would have carried more water. It would have been wise to even take a look around the farmhouse to see if there were any extra supplies stowed away. Falynn had not properly planned things through, she had been foolish. Dantooine was such a small planet she thought she would fare well with a small number of carryings. She spat at her own ignorance and stupidity.

The sun had been down for a few hours leaving Falynn alone in the night's chilly air.

She clung the gravy heavy cloak closer to her glad she at least decidedly to dress appropriately. Henne would probably be wondering where she was right now. She had instructed her handmaiden if Kylo had summoned her to anything important to let her know. In the hours she had been gone, he might already have. What would they do if they found out she wasn't there?

At the moment Falynn didn't really give a damn.

She was too tired to think or travel anymore. She needed to sleep, and the ground beneath her though not a bed was much more comfortable than the hard floor of the storage chamber. Laying her body down Falynn hugged onto her satchel as she laid her head on top of it. She would worry about how to get back after sleeping for a few hours.


The holographic map as simple as it was proved useful to where the Resistance could possibly be tucked away on Dantooine. The only issue now was on how they would cover ground at a faster pace. Dantooine wasn't a big planet however traveling and tracking on foot would still cut into their time. Time Kylo did not have or have the patience for. He had decided they would send a communication up to the Star Destroyer and recruit a few troopers with speeder bikes to cover more ground in a more quick and efficient way. After he and General Jase had determined that, the general along with the officers that were with him left and headed back to their own post. They all probably needed a good night's sleep, Kylo included. His body was aching and felt heavy, burnt out from being not just physically but also emotionally exhausted. However, he was finding it fairly difficult to fall asleep in the large soft bed he now occupied. He had grown used to the extra body that had been sleeping next to him.

The bedroom seemed too quiet without the sound of Falynn's breathing or occasional snores. Grumbling Kylo turned his body over glaring at the empty space. A spot only a day before he thought Falynn would be filling. He had told her to stay by his side while they were on the planet, that he would look after her. Perhaps he should have demanded that Henne bring Falynn to him, or him to her, she would not have been able to refuse. Clenching his fist onto the sheets he knew that wouldn't have made anything better. He had made a mistake last night sending her away, or at least in the way he had done it. He would need to patch things up tomorrow. He would request for Falynn to go with him on one of the speeder bikes and while she was stuck with him, he would try talking it out with her.

If she was willing.

The force knew if she wasn't she would fight it, and possibly try to fight him.

Snickering at the thought of his wife's stubbornness Kylo rolled himself back over on his back as he stared up at the gray coated ceiling. He was going to make all of this quick and painless as possible, where they could easily move onto the next route. Kylo didn't want to spend more than a few days on Dantooine. He was hoping in two days' time they would already be back on the command shuttle and heading back to the Star Destroyer to prepare for their next target.

Tomorrow was the first step towards the future that Kylo wanted to set for himself.

A future that he could mold on his own with no one ruling over him or his decisions.

With those final thoughts, Kylo closed his eyes.


"Mama, what are those men in those white suits?"

Smiling at her daughter, the woman said. "Those are called Stormtroopers, my young one. They work under your father."

"So they work for papa?"the young girl asked as she held onto her mother's hand.

The young girl stood on the streets of Naboo wearing her favorite pink dress, that flowed down her body like flower petals her sleeves billowing a soft lavender. Her mother had done her hair in two braids and looped them up in ribbons. The woman herself wore a complimentary lavender dress with a metallic pink belt around her waist, smiling as her copper hair was pinned up into braids on the back of her head.

"Your father is a very important man, young one," the woman's blue eyes sparkled. "Your father commands and leads very important people so you and I live happily. He is seen as very important to many men."

"Where is papa now?" the young girl tilted her head. "Is he with those men right now?"

"At the moment, he should be in that building right there," the woman pointed to the Naboo's palace in the inner city. "You see, young one, because of your father you get to live like a princess everyday! We should always be grateful to him, and support him!"

"Because papa is our king!"

The woman chuckled. "That's right, little Falynn. Papa is our personal king through him we have our own special kingdom."

Falynn's eyes slowly opened to the rise Dantooine's rising sun slowly coming into her view.

Moving her body up slowly Falynn winced at the aches that had formed all down her back. She had slept longer than she thought, and much deeper. Clutching her gray coat closer to her body she let out a couple of hot breaths into the night air.

It was silent around her, and Falynn could get no reading on any type of life form. She was still lost and still alone, no doubt looking like a grungy mess that needed a good bathing. Stomach rumbling Falynn let a groan and leaned her back up against the tree. She needed to find some source of food fast if she were to muster the energy to find her way back. Perhaps it was the hunger and fatigue that brought that memory into her dreams. Annoyed Falynn kicked her booted foot into the dirt causing a small spout of dust to spiral up.

She hated it when she had those dreams, the feelings that they brought back into her.

Falynn couldn't help but wonder where her parents were, if they were even concerned about their daughter who was married to their Supreme Leader, or if they were still celebrating the matrimony with their circle of pigs. She spited herself for the scrap of her that still cared. Falynn didn't remember the last time when she dreams of her past, of her family.

It was all just a dream to her, a part of her that she could leave behind.

In all honesty, she wanted to leave it all behind. A part of her was content just to stay leaning against the tree as hungered clawed at her stomach. She wasn't exactly sure what she really wanted to get back to. A cruel family that was full of lies, a husband who did not care for her. If she were really wanted to take the time to pick her way through her mind she would realize what she really wanted was to run away from it all. If she did find the Resistance perhaps she would just stay with them and make it impossible to find her. Change her name, her hair, possibly her eye color. Erase every part of her that she hated.

A bitter laugh escaped her lips before she winced at the cramping in her stomach.

With a sigh, Falynn slowly stood up placing her satchel around her shoulders. Smacking her lips she realized that her throat was began to burn from thirst. She needed to find resources soon before she collapsed. There was no point in wallowing self pity, she had a purpose and she be damned if she didn't do her best to complete it. Untangling her braid that was now crumpled and loose Falynn shook at her hair before twisting it and pulling it back into a ponytail. Making sure she had all of her items in her satchel, Falynn turned her body around and began to make her way back, hopefully in the direction that she needed to go.


Kylo stood in the open field that was a mile away from the large farmhouse he was staying in, his arms crossed over his chest as he looked up at the sky. He was waiting to see a ship fly down carrying his speeder bikes. General Jase had informed him that they had sent a communication to the Star Destroyer before the light had even hit Dantooine's horizon. Now it was just a matter of time before Kylo saw one of his transporter ships flying down. A breeze brushed back Kylo's black cape and the golden grass that surrounded him and the Stormtroopers that were stationed behind him.

He had not yet sent out a message for Falynn, he wanted her to stay safely located with Henne, until they had the proper equipment before the two of them set off. Once the speeder bikes arrived he would send for Henne to call for her. He was going to make an attempt to smooth out the conflict between them. Explain to her that she did not need to hide away from him completely every time she was upset. He was still annoyed at the fact that at the moment she was completely isolating herself from him. He had thought the two of them were passed that, even if one of them had become upset.

A large hum rumbled through the air blowing the grass back making it flat onto the ground. Kylo smiled beneath his helmet as he watched his transporter begin its descent down towards them. They had made good timing, he was pleased to know that his troops and officials on the Star Destroyer were still taking their jobs seriously even without him on board. The transporter ship hissed as it reached the ground, causing the ground to rumble and shake as it landed on the ground close to Kylo. Kylo placed his hands behind his back, straightening his back as the ship hissed one more time before the ramp opened, and several Stormtroopers hovered down with their speeder bikes. The bikes were black, sleek, and looked as if they never had been used. Walking over to where the speeder bikes now hovered Kylo placed a hand on the first one to the far right enjoying the thrum of them underneath his fingertips. Tilting his head Kylo took a look at the Stormtrooper.

"Were the speeders tested before they were shipped down?" Kylo asked placing his hands back behind his back as he slowly circled the bike. "They look like they have never been touched. I will not allow for delays on our mission because the speeders are not functioning. Do you understand?" He moved his helmet towards the other troopers to indicate the same thing.

"Yes sir," the Stormtrooper firmly answered. "They were all tested on the Star Destroyer and were not boarded until they had been analyzed over thoroughly. We made sure our mechanics did several run-throughs. They are ready to go soon. Now we just wait for your orders."

Kylo motioned with a jerk of his head, for the Stormtrooper to remove themselves from the speeder bikes. They quickly did so allowing Kylo a free space to mount himself onto the speeder's seat. Sitting on top of it felt smooth with no harsh idling. Pressing down on the switches the speeder bike hummed softly off, then buzzed quickly back to life when Kylo flicked them back on. With a flick of his wrist, Kylo sent the speeder bike flying, barely missing the Stormtroopers that had been behind him. The speeder zipped over Dantooine's tall grass barely making a movement on the plant life, revealing the speeders were of lightweight. Kylo jerked on the handles maneuvering the bike to do a sharp turn and was satisfied with its rapid and effortless movements. He had made the right decision. The speeder bikes would easily cover ground to track down the Resistance, especially on Dantooine's grassy landscape.

Landing the speeder bike back to where his Stormtroopers were Kylo switched the speeder bike back off before he easily dismounted off of it.

"What's next sir?" the Stormtrooper that had been on the speeder bike asked.

"Send for my wife," Kylo commanded. "Go find her handmaiden. We have work to do."