AN: Feeling good and keeping the flow steady with inspiration. :)
"Written like this are their thoughts"
'Like this regular dialogues.'
I forgot to mention this in the last chapter: if I write something like this or like this it's because in my mind theater this part of the sentence is highlighted, and when I read it back it helps with the mood (in my mind). :) :D
Disclaimer: I don't own Star Wars characters, story line or anything related to them. I just like writing fan fiction.
Disclaimer no. 2: I'm a bit of a nerd, that being said I'm still not 100% on Star Wars facts and trivia. If I get the info regarding a planet or system wrong, be kind (don't judge) .
An entire week had passed since their last encounter. It was a needed break for both of them. Even the Bond was compliant and gave them the needed space and privacy.
With lots of meditation and intense planning the singular most fruitful course of action for Kylo (both officially and personally) seemed to be taking advantage of what he knew about her to force her into a yielding position. He did not enjoy the idea of wrongly dominating her or twisting her arm into a submissive position, but in case the tension between them became too high, shifting her gear and giving her a push of balance seemed like a good idea to force her into maybe taking a new (less argumentative) line of action. Maybe this way they could be together in the same proximity for longer than 5 minutes without trying to attack each other.
The choice to leave his cloak in her possession served a double purpose: firstly it served as an ease of mind for him seeing as this girl was not used to the cold of space, and from his point of view neither should she get used to it. She's so small and fragile, a true desert flower in the ice cold grip of space. With the cold often came the loneliness as well. She should never have to feel lonely or cold again.
Kylo:' Not now that I've finally found her'. He would often think to himself in reassurance of why their Bond felt so right .The thick material could easily be used as a blanket for her small frame.
The second purpose was to provide a constant connection to him. If she truly was sensitive to his presence or his scent, or his anything, then something that he keeps on himself at all times should be a fine trophy for her to help remind her of him.
Kylo:' If only I had one of hers.' he often taught with a sigh.
As to how fruitful his choice of leaving her a memento of him had been, the current events surrounding Rey proved his tactic to be a very good one indeed. After basically slamming her tray on the table in the mess hall, a very tense and angry Rey followed it as she dropped her body on the bench with full abandon. She was out and off somewhere far,she almost didn't hear her friends talking to her.
Rose:' Rey...Did you hear me?'
Finn:'Rey do we need to talk to Leia? Is it the Force? Are you hurt or injured?'
Rose:' I told you to take it easy with the training. You went overboard the past week, I've never seen you so focused and hard on yourself.'
She could feel her head pulse, an annoying ritm that followed their voices. This was going to be a long day. It has been a "Long day" for the past week now. Ever since that damned fool left her his cape that still had his scent. More so, it was so strong that it now enveloped her entire bed. Her holding it close and basically rubbing her face in it every night had the sent imprint on her pillow as well. So no matter if she left the accursed object near or far from her, the bed was a constant reminder now of him. It was...intense. It was so good, and also very bad. She would sleep so peacefully and happy almost( like he was here with her, like they were happy and free together) but then she would wake up and she was alone and it was all basically in her head. She was unbalanced and distracted constantly. She would bump into objects, hit her elbows on doors, drop tools during ship maintenance, it was all very embarrassing and very much "not Rey".
Rey:'I'm fine guys, really. I know it's been a weird week…"
Poe:' Sweetheart weird doesn't do it justice, you've hit your head on half the engine room on the Falcon and burned your fingers in the circuits several times."
Rey:' Ok..But.."
Finn:' Rose had to pull you away from the panels to save your hands the damage. You're still bandaged from yesterday.'
Rey:' Ok! I get it...' she gave them a pleading look " Can we please move on?'
Rey was annoyed and looked down at her hands. Almost all her fingers were covered in white bandages. She was so distracted by that infuriating man that she had been causing herself minor injuries all week. The embarrassment and the explaining herself was the most of it. The pain was minor and could be overlooked, but to show off how clumsy and air-headed she was...she, a so called clever and aspiring Jedi proving herself to be as clumsy as a child, drove her mad with anger and disappointment with herself.
Rey:'Get it together Rey!' She taught constantly until she tired herself from thinking.
Rey:' Guys honestly I'm OK. Trust me. I've just been having trouble sleeping lately and that's put me off balance. I just need to get myself together. It'll be fine."
Rose:' Well OK. Maybe this new mission will help you get back on track.'
Rey:' What new mission?'
Finn:' We need to send a small team to meet with a possible new benefactor for the Resistance. Very high class, it would help us a lot!'
Rey brightened immediately. She did not have much experience with military tactics or political warfare, but more money was always welcome. They could invest in more replacement parts for the ships, better ones! And maybe even improve their base. More blankets and supplies for the crew. Yes this new benefactor would be a very big help indeed.
Poe:' Leia basically already picked us for the job, as usual. Who else to send if not her best men", he said while high-five-ing Finn.
Rose:' Men!" Rose humphed at them and crossed her arms in defiance.
Finn:' But I do think that Leia wants you with us Rey. She mentioned you should take on more diplomatic missions in this morning's meeting, to make yourself known as our "official" Jedi. "
Poe:' I don't get what the extra showcase is for. Everyone already knows her as our Jedi! Even his Royal Jackarse'es knights run when they see her.'
Rey' Poe!..Stop it."
Poe:'What? It's true!"
Rose:' You know she doesn't like that line of talk. Just drop the First Order will ya? At least until I finish my First course." She said as they all started to laugh.
It was as they assumed. Shortly after leaving the mess hall, Leia sent them a memo with the details of their upcoming mission and in that team roundup she included Rey. In Rey's memo Leia added that she wants to make this a recurring activity for Rey from now on. As mentioned by the boys, and as Leia herself put it:
Leia:' This kind of activity will help you slowly assume your position as a negotiator for the Resistance. You're an excellent fighter and are of very much use to your team, but Jedi are meant for more diplomatic positions. They served as pillars of trust and guidance in the old days. We can make that happen again. The future of the Jedi will be safe in your hands once you officially take on your role as our Jedi."
The official Resistance Jedi; no pressure. She packed her bag and headed for the hangar.
Finn, Poe and Rey soon found themselves on the Falcon heading to the secret meeting location.A forgotten Resistance outpost from the old days, officially abandoned, but still located in a very thick and lush tropical forest on Kashyyyk.
Rose:' Wookie homeworld. I bet it's going to be awesome. I've never seen it.'
Finn:' We'll be meeting Chewbacca there. He had to go beforehand to prepare the locals for our arrival. Poor Wookiees, I bet they had enough with all the forrin implication and abuse the past years."
Poe:' Make no mistake my friend, Wookiees are fighters. The preparations Chewie is making is not for their sake or peace of mind, it's for ours!"
Rey:' Isn't it a First Order planet? Are we going to be safe?
Finn:' Since when do we take that into consideration before a mission? It's not like this is our first time infiltrating First order territory." He said with a chuckle in his tone. A bit nervous Rey takes note, and smiles as she grabs his shoulder firmly to ensure he's going to be alright.
It's true, they've infiltrated the Order many times, and every time it's proven that the most safe location is right in the enemy camp. They never see it coming. They should by now.
Kylo was on the floor in his training room. The room was filled with short circuiting sounds and his heavy panting. He was a giant sticky sweaty pile of heated muscle, surrounded by former training droid parts and bunches of burned and sparking metal, mouth agape breathing heavily as he felt drops of sweat drip down his body. He was so in tune with his training that his senses were filled with his entire surrounding situation. He felt the sweat drip, the tank top sticking and clinging where it was getting too wet and too tight. His breath felt hot and heavy, and for some reason the cold air entering his lungs felt sweeter than alcohol.
Kylo:'Good, feel everything. Anything to fill the brain with other senses.' Keep it busy, anything but let the space be filled with thoughts of Rey.
He stood up and looked at his surroundings. This was getting out of hand, by a lot. He's trained this past week more than he ever had in the past, Snoke's whip has nothing on the thought of Rey entering his mind and blooming into a thousand other possible thoughts. The memory of her body, her touch, her warmth made him tense and made his blood speed up again. He did a full flip and started to count push ups. Keep it busy, don't give yourself the time to think. Focus on to stay cool.
Later in the day he's at his desk dressed in his sleeping gear with a towel drying his hair, looking over the memo for the next mission. He needed to be focused, cool and calculated. He still was not sure what was best for the future, for now his objective was clear. He needed to buy some intimate time with her, talk or just be with each other. Close proximity, at least until he could clear his thoughts and form a better plan.
AN: Thank you for reading. Hope you like the story so far. I'm feeling very inspired these days so I'm milking the creative juices to full capacity (while I still can).
I'm already half done with the next chapter so expect some lemony goodness tomorrow :D. Have a nice read and a bountiful weekend.
BrokenMentality you're a very nice person and you have officially made me happy this weekend :D. Thank you so much! I hope I can make you happy with my story as well.
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