"Information you have," said Yoda. "About the recent assassination attempt made on Senator Amidala."

"Yes, Master Yoda," Obi-Wan replied. "My Padawan and I chased the assassin into the under levels of Coruscant. Her name was Zam Wessel, a female Clawdite. We managed to corner her in the Outlander Club. She told us who hired her, but not where we could find him." Obi-Wan reported about the chase, Wessel's capture, and her assassination.

Meanwhile, Anakin was thinking about how Padmé was last night. He was happy that she was safe and managed to get some sleep last night. On the other hand, he still couldn't sleep because of the nightmares he had of his mother. How she was screaming while the animalistic roars of her captors echoed throughout his memories.

Anakin was now determined to go to Tatooine no matter the cost. No one was going to get in his way.

"Her partner assassinated her. He is a Mandalorian bounty hunter who goes by the name of Jango Fett." Several of the Council shifted uncomfortably upon hearing the mention of the Mandalorian race.

"He killed her with this." Obi-Wan said holding out the dart Jango used to kill Zam.

Yoda's examined it. "Seen this kind of dart before, I have not." Yoda replied.

"I am planning on taking it to the Cyber Labs to have it looked at. As well as, taking it to an old friend who might know more about it than either of us." Obi-Wan said.

"Do that you will," Yoda said.

"The search for who hired the assassin will be given to you, Obi-Wan," Mace said.

"And Senator Amidala? She still needs protection." Obi-Wan said.

"To your Padawan, that task has been given," Yoda said.

"Anakin," Mace said glancing at Anakin. "escort Senator Amidala back to her home planet Naboo. But don't use registered transport, travel as refugees."

Anakin was about to say something, but then Ben took control.

"Pardon me for interrupting, Masters, but might I suggest another idea?" Ben asked politely.

Several members looked at Obi-Wan in shock, but Yoda nodded. "Very well, continue you may." He said.

"I believe that bringing Senator Amidala to her home planet may be too obvious of a safe house. For all we know, Jango Fett or any associates of his could be there as we speak. Not to mention, the fact that even some of the most loyal planets of the Republic will have some Separatist sympathizers. Some possibly in the Naboo government." Ben explained.

The entire room went silent, with all eyes centered on him. He noticed Anakin looking at Obi-Wan with his eyes wide and his mouth agape. He had to fight the urge from smirking upon seeing Anakin.

"You do bring up some excellent points, Obi-Wan," Master Shaak Ti said. "But if we were to choose another planet to send the Senator and your padawan, then which planet should we send them too?" She asked.

"Tatooine." Ben said.

Anakin looked at Obi-Wan completely wide-eyed.

"If I recollect, Master Kenobi." Plo Koon said. "Weren't you and Master Qui-Gon discovered on Tatooine during the Naboo Crisis."

"Yes." He replied. "However, the reason we were discovered was due to the Trade Federation Sith Lord, Darth Maul. I was doing some research regarding the Viceroy's trial, and during Nute Gunray's trial he stated that when he asked Maul where he found us, he was almost strangled by the Sith Lord with the force." Ben stated. "That and Anakin has been suffering from nightmares regarding his mother on Tatooine. He's been having them since the mission from Ansion. Anakin has told me that every night they get more vivid. I feel that it is in our best interest for Anakin to watch the senator while not being distracted." Ben added.

The Council looked at Anakin who was completely shocked.

"Is it true?" Master Mundi asked.

"Yes, every word of it." Anakin said.

"Anakin and I have reason to fear, that Anakins' dreams aren't really dreams, but possibly visions. I'm well aware of the Jedi's stance on attachments, but I do not believe it should not come at the cost of a life." Ben explained his reasoning.

The Council looked at each other.

"Agreed, to Tatooine young Skywalker and the Senator will go. Grant your request, the Council does. May the force be with you." Yoda said.

Ben bowed to the council in respect, as did Anakin. Starting to feel a little better about the new Obi-Wan.


Once the two of them were on the elevator, Anakin spoke up.

"Master why did you…" He was about to say before getting cut off.

"As I told the council, it was the only way to settle your nightmares." Ben interrupted. "I knew that if we didn't act the possibility of your visions becoming real would occur." Ben explained. Anakin looked at Obi-Wan and noticed a twinge of regret and shame on his face.

"But… why?" Anakin asked. "I thought you would say that they were just dreams and I shouldn't worry." Anakin explained.

"Anakin, although I have been hard on you in the past, I'm doing this because I care about you. You're becoming a great Jedi and I feel that these dreams are possibly a test for you to confront. However, you must remember to not give into the Dark Side. No matter what happens." Ben said.

Anakin nodded slowly, taking in Ben's advice with great interest. "Thank you, Master." He smiled at Obi-Wan before it disappeared. "Well, I suppose I'll have to go and tell Chancellor Palpatine about the Council's Decision."

He noticed Obi-Wans' eyes widen for a second before returning to normal.

"No," Ben told him wanting to make sure Anakin would meet with the Chancellor as little as he could. "Let me worry about the Chancellor," he said in an assuring voice. "For now just worry about Senator Amidala and try to find a transport to Tatooine."

"Yes, master."

"Oh and try to tell the senator to not take her entire wardrobe with her." Ben joked.

Anakin chuckled as he left.


Ben walked towards the Chancellor's office when he subdued a shudder. He could feel him: Darth Sidious. In the past, he had never been able to sense the kind and noble Chancellor Palpatine, but now that he knew his real identity he could feel it. Even with his duels against Darth Maul, Count Dooku, Asajj Ventress, Savage Oppress, and Darth Vader, Ben could say he had never felt something so evil and monstrous as Darth Sidious. Known as Supreme Chancellor Sheev Palpatine. To this day, he was astounded as to how the entire Jedi Order never knew that they were answering to a Sith Lord. A Sith Lord who was going to start a war, and would in three years destroy the Order and turn the Republic into the totalitarian Galactic Empire. Obi-Wan was still dealing with the information regarding the Chancellor's real identity. Ben, on the other hand, was not going to let the Chancellor get to him. He already knew that he couldn't stop the Clone Wars, but he was going to stop the formation of the Galactic Empire and turning his brother into Darth Vader. He was absolutely determined to not let Sidious win this time.

Suddenly, the door opened, and Ben looked into the cold blue eyes of Palpatine's vice chair, Mas Amedda. "The chancellor will see you now, Master Jedi." The tall Chagrian said.

Ben walked towards the Chancellor, carefully disguising his presence to resemble Obi-Wan's. Palpatine was staring out of the window. No doubt thinking about the Clone Wars. The secret Sith Lord turned around.

"Ah, Master Kenobi," Palpatine said in a kindly elderly tone.

"Greetings, Supreme Chancellor," Ben said. "I'm sorry to disturb you, but I wanted to inform you about Senator Amidala's situation."

"Oh yes, continue." Palpatine said as he sat down in his chair.

"She is not safe on the capital, but she refuses to leave Coruscant," Ben said. "not even under the orders of the Jedi Council." He continued.

"It is true that she is in danger if she remains on Coruscant." Palpatine agreed. "Very well, I will speak to her. Even she cannot ignore an executive order." He said. There was a silence in the room. Ben began to wonder if Palpatine knew his secret or at least suspected it. Master Windu and Master Yoda had sensed something in the force than surely Darth Sidious must've.

"Oh, and by the way, Master Kenobi how is your student?" Palpatine asked.

"He's doing well." Ben said cautiously.

"That is good. If he has time would you be willing to tell him I want to speak with him?" Palpatine asked.

"No, I'm afraid Anakin is doing his part of the mission right now." Ben said.

"Oh. Would you be willing to send him the message?" Palpatine asked.

"He's busy, Chancellor, but I will give him the message." Ben said. "Not." He instantly thought to himself.

"Very well, I wish you the best of luck." Palpatine said.

"Thank you, Chancellor." Ben replied as he walked off.

"You needn't worry about him, Obi-Wan." Qui-Gon's voice echoed in his head.

"Master Qui-Gon? How?" Obi-Wan asked.

"The will of the force. None of you should worry; the force is protecting your presence from the Dark Side. My former master and his current master should not under the illusion of sensing you fully no matter who's in control." Qui-Gon said.

"Thank you, Master Qui-Gon." Ben said.

Obi-Wan took control. He got his communicator out and activated it. "Anakin," he called into it wanting to tell Anakin what had just happened.

"Master, what did Chancellor Palpatine say?" Anakin asked.

"He said he was going to give her an executive order. What about you?" He asked.

"I found transport, but I'd use that word sparingly." Anakin said hesitantly.

"I'm sure she won't mind." Obi-Wan replied. He was approaching the turbolift.

"Hopefully… and thanks…" Anakin said sounding grateful despite the small pause.

"You're welcome." Obi-Wan smiled as the turbolift lowered.


Well here's the end of chapter 4. I'm sorry I know this is shorter than the previous three, but I felt that this was a good place to stop the fourth chapter. Let me know what you think, and I wish you happy holidays.