The final chapter is here! Sorry it took so long! My laptop went haywire and began having problems (ok, it's still having problems) Had to re-write all my progress several times. But here it is! I will be going back at some point to fix all grammar and spelling errors. Thank you all! Enjoy!
Chapter 29
Ben ignored the pain that was coursing through his body. His ribs were broken, his face stung from his busted lip and brises from is fights with the Knights of Ren, and he wasn't sure if his leg was broken or not. None of that mattered. All that mattered was getting to Saya.
He felt a large surge of power shortly after he was able to stop himself from completely falling to his death. The power he felt from her was enough to help him climb. He felt the planet shake and heard the screaming from Palpatine on his way up. It must be over now. He had no doubt that Rey and Saya had finally destroyed Palpatine for good.
After what felt like an eternity, Ben finally grabbed the final ledge and lifted himself out of the pit. He rolled onto the ground and took a moment to breathe and look around. The large throne had been completely destroyed. In the sky above them, the First Order and Palpatine's Star Destroyers were falling from the sky. The Resistance had won.
Frantically looking around the room, Ben saw Rey several feet away. She was unconscious but he could see her breathing. Bayard was awake and was struggling to stand. After looking around, a flash of silver finally caught his attention.
Saya was lying flat on the ground, eyes closed and unmoving.
Ben frantically began crawling over to her. She was completely pale and didn't look as if she was moving at all. As soon as he reached her, Ben wrapped his arms around her and lifted her up into his lap. Her eyes were closed and she didn't move an inch. Once she was secure in his lap and n his arms, he gently gave her a small shake.
"Saya?"
Nothing. Her eyes remained closed. She didn't even flinch when he shook her again.
"Saya PLEASE!"
Still nothing.
Bayard began limping over to Ben as he pulled Saya closer and placed his ear over her chest. His hands were shaking too hard to feel for a pulse.
Nothing. He heard nothing. Saya wasn't breathing.
Ben pulled Saya back and looked into her face. Cold tears spilled from his eyes for the first time since he was a child. She was gone. Saya was dead.
He pulled Saya into a tight hug as Bayard sat down and howled his grief into the sky. Ben rocked Saya in his arms, still crying.
This was his fault. Saya was dead because of him. There were so many times he could have prevented this. He could have taken a ship so long ago and taken her away when he was an apprentice and she was training to be in the Healers Order. He could have killed Snoke and left with her to start a life together with her. He could have taken her deal and left behind his title as Supreme Leader to be with her. ANY of those times could have prevented this.
"Ben"
Ben continued to silently cry and rock Saya in his arms as Bayard laid down and cried as well. Both of them were grieving. Both felt like failures.
"Ben, it's alright. Look at me"
Ben shook away the voice. He must be hearing things. He hadn't heard that voice in many years.
"Ben, please"
He finally looked up and his breath was caught in his throat. It was his mother. He knew she wasn't physically here. He assumed she was the same memory he had with his father.
She slowly sat down in front of him and smiled.
"Ben, I'm so proud of you"
He didn't think he heard her correctly.
"How can you be-"
He couldn't finish. He choked on the words before he could finish speaking. She continued smiling at him.
"How could I not be? You came back to the light. You came back to help end the war. And you are my son. I will always love you and be proud of you"
Ben sniffed and looked down to Saya.
"I was too late… she's gone"
He saw his mother gently place her hand on Saya's stomach.
"No one's ever really gone"
Ben looked back to his mother, who gave her son a final smile.
"I love you Ben. Find your happiness, at long last"
Ben opened his mouth to speak but a sharp intake of breath caught his attention. His head snapped down to Saya's face and he saw her begin to take deep breaths. The color began coming back to her face. He looked back up but his mother was gone. He knew his mother did this. She saved Saya. For him. She did it for him.
Saya's eyes fluttered open and he quickly gathered her back up in his arms. She blinked several times and seemed to be trying to focus her eyes. Bayard immediately sat up, looking hopeful again.
Saya blinked and looked up into Ben's eyes. He gently held her close to him with a small smile on his face. Her eyes scanned his face.
Ben?
He smiled as her hands came up and cradled his face. Her eyes ran over him, seeming to inspect every detail of him. After a moment, she grabbed his face in her hands and kissed him. Hard.
His arms immediately wrapped around her. One arm went around her waist to support her back and the other held the back of her neck. The kiss was deep and hard.
After several moments, Saya finally pulled away and looked back into his eyes. He gave her a large smile and Saya gave one in turn.
She knew that smile. It was her Ben. He finally came back to her.
She smiled and her thumbs gently wiped his wet cheeks. She sat back slightly, looking concerned
…Were you crying?
He closed his eyes and placed his forehead against hers.
"I thought I lost you"
Saya closed her eyes and leaned into him as well.
I thought I lost you a long time ago
They wrapped their arms around each other and held each other tightly. Saya was afraid of letting him go. She was afraid that this was all a dream and that this wasn't real. Or perhaps she was dead and she was in heaven. If this was all a dream, she prayed to never wake up again.
Saya and Ben were startled when they heard a loud groan. They all turned their heads to see Rey slowly sitting up and rubbing her head. She blinked several times and looked over to see Ben and Saya, still holding each other on the ground.
Rey looked at them and then looked up at the sky.
"Is it over?"
Saya sighed and smiled back at Ben.
Yes. It's finally over.
He smiled at her and they all jumped when they felt the planet begin to shake. The ships above them began to crash down onto the planet.
"We need to get off the planet, now!" Rey yelled over the shaking.
Ben and Saya quickly tried to stand. Ben was wincing in pain with every move he made. Saya was so tired and still felt drained. She forced Ben's arm around her shoulders to help him walk. He was clearly reluctant to use her body in such a way, but he didn't try to argue with her about it.
The team hustled as fast as they could down the halls and out to the command ship. They were all severely hurt but moving as fast as they could. Even Bayard limped as he rushed down the hall. They finally made their way to the platform and stood atop of it.
"How do we raise it back up!?" Rey asked, frantically looking around.
Saya knew they didn't have time for this. She closed her eyes and focused the little power she had and began lifting the platform.
"SAYA, STOP!" Ben yelled at her, clearly angry she was using her power while she was still injured.
Saya ignored him, even when he tried to shake her to break her concentration. She didn't allow herself to stop until the platform reached the surface. She ignored Ben and Rey's angry looks and they began shuffling out to the ship. Saya was fighting to stay awake. Her body was screaming in pain while she continued to help Ben walk out to the ship. Bayard was the first to rush inside the ship with Rey following close behind.
All around them, ships and weapons were crashing into the planet. It was a miracle nothing damaged the Resistance ship. Rey jumped into the cockpit and started the ship while Saya helped Ben to sit down into one of the chairs.
Rey was quick to close the door and get the ship up into the air. Ben winced in pain as the ship rattled and shook. Saya knelt down next to him and tried to lift his shirt to see the full damage that happened to his body. Before she could touch his skin, he grabbed her hand and pulled it away.
"Don't!" He snapped.
Saya looked up, looking obviously hurt by his tone. He quickly grabbed her wrist and forced her up and onto his lap. He quickly wrapped his arms around her as Rey navigated the ship through the falling ships. Saya tried to move and place her hand back on him, but he wouldn't let her move.
"Saya, don't! I'll be fine. Please"
She tried to wrestle her hand free but he wouldn't budge.
I need to heal you! Please, let me-
Ben wrapped his arms tightly around her, stopping her from moving. He nuzzled his face into her neck and took several deep breaths.
"Saya, please don't. You need to rest. Don't use any more power. I'll be fine"
Saya stopped struggling and leaned into him. She let Ben hold her and turn to look at Rey, who was concentrating on flying the ship.
Rey, do you need help?
"No, I'm fine. I'll get us back to base. We're almost completely away from the planet. I'll send a signal to Poe that were alright as soon as were safe."
Saya sighed and looked down to Bayard. He was curled next to Ben's chair, snoozing away. He was clearly exhausted as well. She allowed herself to close her eyes and carefully leaned into Ben. They were all so exhausted and in pain.
It didn't take Rey long at all to get the ship away from Exogol. As soon as they were safely away, Rey entered light speed and the flight became smooth. She sent the signal to the Resistance shortly before they reached the planet.
Ben's arms remained tightly around Saya the entire flight. She felt as if she was in and out of sleep the entre flight back to the base. Before long, Saya felt the ship finally land and she forced herself to completely wake up. Even before the door opened, she could hear the loud cheering and celebrating from outside.
Rey stood and clearly looked excited to see everyone. Saya stood and caught her attention before Rey opened the door to the ship.
Rey… I need help…
Rey looked confused until Saya gestured to Ben, who was obviously trying to stay awake. If the Resistance saw him, he was as good as dead. Rey thought for a moment then rushed to open an emergency pack on the side wall of the ship. She quickly brought out a large blanket and handed it to Saya.
"Wrap him in it. I landed right next to the Falcon. I'll distract them while you get him into the ship."
Saya nodded and helped Ben stand. He didn't even argue with them. As soon as he stood, Saya wrapped him in the blanket so no one could see him. Rey quickly opened the door and rushed outside. Saya waited a few minutes, then helped Ben out of the ship. Bayard slowly followed her, still limping in pain.
Saya glanced over to see the entire Resistance celebrating. She could hear the cheering and laughter. Part of her wanted to join them but right now, she really needed to be with Ben. She carefully and quickly led him over to the Falcon and led him inside. Bayard limped inside ahead of them. She assumed he went to find a place to sleep.
She began leading him down the hall when she heard fast footsteps coming into the ship.
"Poe, WAIT!" Rey yelled and Saya felt her blood run cold.
She turned to see Poe quickly enter the ship with a large smile on his face.
"Saya, why are you-"He froze when he saw the tall figure leaning against her. Saya was thankful he couldn't see Ben's face.
From behind him, Rey followed Poe along with Finn and Rose. Saya was thankful to see they were all alright, but she cursed the timing of all this.
Poe slowly lost his smile, suspicion creeping over his face.
"Saya, who is that?"
Before Saya could think of something, Ben slowly turned around and dropped the blanket. Saya watched in horror as Poe, Finn and Rose's expressions turned angry.
Poe quickly withdrew his blaster but Saya was faster. She quickly stepped in front of Ben as Poe raised the blaster.
"Saya, move!" Poe demanded.
Saya glared hard at Poe.
No! It's over!
Poe's arm began to shake in anger.
"After everything he's done you stand with him?!"
Rey stepped forward and put a hand on Poe's arm.
"Poe, he helped us! He helped save us on Exogol! Please, let it go! The war is over!"
Poe continued to stand there with his blaster raised. Saya could feel Ben beginning to buckle in pain. He was trying so hard to continue to stand, but Saya could feel his struggle.
Poe, if you hurt him I swear I will never forgive you
She watched his eyes soften. From behind Poe, she could see the conflict in Finn and Rose's eyes. They were all startled when they saw Maz suddenly appear as if out of nowhere.
Maz slowly walked forward, seeming to inspect Ben's face. He didn't falter at all. He stared down as the small woman gazed deep into Ben's eyes.
After a few moments, she finally spoke.
"I am looking into the eyes of the son of Han Solo and General Leia Organa. Kylo Ren is gone"
Maz slowly walked out of the ship. Everyone seemed to follow her with their eyes in bewilderment. Saya wondered if that was the only reason she even came into the Falcon but was thankful she did. Poe slowly lowered his blaster and Saya turned back to Ben to begin leading him back down the hall.
"You try and steal this ship, buddy, I'm going to blast a hole through your chest!" Poe yelled after them.
Ben ignored him but Saya cast him a glare over her shoulder. She led him down the hall and they went into the crew's quarters.
Saya quickly led him into the closest bed and he dropped down hard onto it. He kicked off his boots and Saya once again attempted to lift his shirt to see his injuries. He grabbed her hands and stopped her.
"Please don't" Ben was clearly fighting hard to stay awake.
Ben please, I need to heal you! You have so many injuries!
Even without putting her hands on his skin, she could see so many injuries. His lip had been cut. Several bruises were on his face and he was walking with a terrible limp.
He shook his head. "I'll be fine. I'll heal on my own"
Saya watched Ben close his eyes, exhaustion beginning to take over. She took a breath and moved fast. With lightning speed she lifted his shirt, placed her hand on his bare skin, and focused all of her power to heal him. She heard him gasp in surprise and he grabbed her arms and flipped her over to lay next to him.
He gave her an angry glare.
"Damn it, Saya I said NO!"
She glared right back at him.
You're insane if you think I'm going to let you lay here and suffer! I needed to heal you!
It took a lot of effort to heal all of his injuries. She was now beginning to lose consciousness. Ben collapse on top of her, clutching her close to him.
"Saya, you can't use any more power! Not until you heal! Please… I almost lost you… please don't do it again…"
Saya couldn't hear anything else he was saying. She began drifting off to sleep. She felt Ben drop down on top of her and he nuzzled his face into her neck.
Saya felt herself fall in and out of sleep randomly. Even from inside the ship, she could faintly hear the celebrating going on outside. She wondered if ANY of them were as tired as she and Ben were. She also wondered if Rey was celebrating with them of if she found a quiet place to sleep. Saya was sure Bayard found a quiet place to relax and rest.
After some time, Saya finally heard the sounds of celebration end. Everyone must have gone to sleep. After a few more hours, she felt a large hand suddenly run up her leg and felt kisses begin to trail the length of her neck.
Her leg was suddenly lifted up around Ben's waist. She groaned as she felt him lift himself up and gave her a deep kiss. His hands began lifting her shirt and she tried to stop him.
Ben please, you still need to rest
He either didn't hear her or wasn't listening. Her shirt was lifted up and over her head. He gave her another deep kiss as her hands weakly tried to push him away.
Ben, you need to rest!
She opened her eyes to see Ben lifting his shirt up and over his head. She was relieved to see his injuries were gone. He landed back on top of her and began to remove her pants. Before she could protest again, he gave her a deep kiss and Saya lost all interest in making him stop. She returned the kiss as his hands removed his pants.
They didn't rush. It wasn't fast at all. Ben and Saya made love for what seemed like an eternity. Saya's arms were wrapped around him the entire time. She felt tears of happiness in her eyes the entire time. She waited so long for Ben to come back to her and he was finally in her arms. She felt true happiness for the first time in many long years.
They both climaxed together and Ben fell back asleep on top of her. She wondered if he would even remember that they made love. Perhaps he was half asleep the entire time.
After a couple more hours, her eyes opened fully and she felt like herself again. Her body was healed and she no longer felt any real exhaustion. Ben was laying on his back with his arm wrapped tightly around her. She lifted herself off his chest to see he was awake and was staring at the ceiling.
They both smiled at each other.
"Are you alright?"
I'm fine now. I promise.
She raised herself up higher and kissed him. She drew herself back afterwards and looked deep into his eyes.
Where do we go from here, Ben?
He thought for a moment as he stroked her hair.
"Whatever you want. I don't care. Whatever will make you happy."
She smiled and lowered her head back down onto his chest. It was an easy choice that took no thought at all.
I want a home for us. No more fighting and war. A home for just you and me.
Ben seemed to consider her words, then lifted her face to his.
"If that's what you want, then yes. A home just for us."
Saya smiled and lifted herself up and on top of him. She gave him a deep kiss as his hands began to travel up her back. He broke the kiss and his lips began trailing back down her neck. Once he reached the base of her neck, she opened her eyes and almost had a heart attack.
Next to the bed in his floating cradle was the Fowling. Bayard also sat next to him, looking aggravated. Neither Saya nor Ben had heard the door open. She quickly flopped down next to Ben and pulled the blanket up to cover herself.
Ben looked utterly confused until he looked to the side of the bed and jumped in surprise.
An awkward silence filled the room for several moments as the Fowling looked between Saya and Ben in curiosity and Bayard looked annoyed at the situation.
Umm… when I meant a home for us… I meant ALL of us…
Ben looked from Saya to the Fowling and Bayard. She could feel his aggravation as he sighed and laid back onto the bed.
"If that would make you happy, then it will be a home for all of us"
That seemed to please Bayard. He grunted and made his way over to one of the other beds. He jumped up onto it and curled up to sleep. Saya was glad to see that his limp was gone. The Fowling, however, continued to float there for several more moments with a smile on his face.
Saya lifted herself up, still holding the blanket up to her chest.
Little one, can we please have some privacy?
He hovered there for another moment until his cradle turned and he floated into the corner. Saya sighed. This was as close to privacy as they were going to get.
Both Ben and Saya fell onto the bed with a sigh and drifted back off to sleep. Saya couldn't help but giggle at Ben's frustration and he gave her a small pinch at her rear, making her jump.
A few more hours passed and Saya woke up to the sound of snoring. Bayard was snoring on the bed and Ben was fast asleep. Even the Fowling was sleeping deeply in his cradle.
Saya carefully crawled over Ben and got out of bed. She quickly dressed and made her way out of the room. She walked outside to see complete darkness. It was the middle of the night. She wondered how long it had been. A day? Two days? She had no idea.
A rustling from the left made her jump and she turned to see Rey coming out of the brush. The girls smiled at each other.
"I was hoping you were awake. Is Ben alright?"
He is. He's asleep.
Rey looked around the camp.
"So is everyone else, I think. They were up all day celebrating."
A day? Ben and I were asleep for an entire day?
Rey nodded. "I was asleep for a long time, too. I think we all needed it. I can't believe everyone else could stay awake for so long."
Saya smiled.
I can't blame them. The war is finally over.
The girls slowly walked over to a small dying fire near the Falcon. Rey and Saya were easily able to bring it back to life and they sat down by the flames.
"Do you remember what happened? Back on Exogol?"
Most of it. I remember Palpatine stealing my power, Ben being thrown down a pit. I remember seeing my mother and her and my people giving me their power to give to you.
Rey thought for a moment.
I know it sounds odd, but I swear I saw them. They gave me their power.
Rey nodded.
"I believe you. I remember laying on the ground, watching Palpatine begin to destroy the Resistance. But then I could hear the voices. The voices of all the Jedi before us. They helped me. They gave me the power and encouragement to get up. If it wasn't for them, I think I would have given up."
Saya nodded in understanding.
If it wasn't for my people, I would have too.
Rey looked to Saya.
"I want to build the training temple and try to rebuild the Jedi religion. I know we can't be the only ones with the power of the force. I want to find others like us and train them to become Jedi"
Saya smiled at Rey.
Leia would be proud of you for that.
Rey smiled in pride. "I want you to help me. You and Ben. We could all train the next generation of Jedi and make sure another war doesn't happen"
Saya slowly shook her head, her smile leaving her.
I'm sorry Rey, but I can't. I understand what you're trying to do, and I support you. But I'm done fighting. I want to be selfish for once in my life and live the rest of my life in peace. I want a home somewhere in the galaxy where Ben and I can live in peace.
She thought Rey would be angry but after several moments, Rey nodded in understanding.
"I understand. And I can't blame you."
Saya was happy Rey understood but she could feel the disappointment coming off of her.
"Where will you go?"
Saya shrugged.
No idea. But as long as we can have a home together, I don't care.
"When will you leave?"
Probably when Ben is feeling better. He really needs to rest.
"I'm fine."
Both girls jumped and turned to see Ben. He apparently found a new change of clothes aboard the Falcon. He was wearing his boots but with black slacks, a white shirt and tan vest. Saya thought he had looked exactly like his father in his new outfit.
Both girls stood from the fire and Saya walked over to him.
You need to try and get more rest.
Ben raised a brow at her.
"You're the one who need to rest. More than any of us."
Saya returned the sarcastic look until Rey cleared her throat, trying to break the awkward silence.
"The Falcon should have enough fuel to take you both to wherever you want to go. It was your Father's ship. It belongs to you now."
Ben slowly turned started long and hard at the ship.
"No. It isn't mine"
Both Saya and Rey looked confused as Ben turned to Rey.
"I don't deserve his ship. After everything that has happened, it deserves to go to someone who will honor his memory properly. The ship is yours. He would want you to have it."
Rey was silent for several moments, her mouth slightly open. Saya could see her struggling to find the right words to protest, but couldn't think of anything to Say. Saya felt god about his choice. The ship did deserve to go to Rey.
After some time in silence, Rey slowly reached to the back of her belt and took of Leia's lightsaber. She held it out to Ben and he looked at it in surprise.
"Then at least take this. I was your mothers. She would want you to have it."
Ben stared down at the handle. He had known that at some point in her life she was training with his uncle to be a Jedi. But he didn't even think about her having her own lightsaber. He began to shake his head in protest but Rey thrust the handle into his hand.
"Please take it. It should go to you."
He stared down at the handle and turned it over in his hand. Saya placed a hand on his shoulder and smiled at him.
Ben, your mother would want you to have it. Please take it
He continued to stare at the handle for a few more moments, then slowly nodded. Rey smiled at him.
"You can take one of the command ships. I can get you some rations and water before you go."
Thank you. I think its best we leave before everyone waked up. If the rest of the Resistance sees Ben, it will cause a lot of problems.
Rey nodded. She was sad but understood. They needed to leave as soon as possible. She pointed over to one of the command ships.
"You both can take that one. I'll get you both some supplies."
Rey ran off and Ben gave the Falcon one last look. Saya knew he dreamed of flying it with his father one day. But she understood why he passed it onto Rey. Out from the Falcon came Bayard and the Fowling. Once they were close, Saya smiled down at them.
Are you both ready to go?
Bayard gave Saya an impatient look and the Fowling smiled at her. Ben looked to Saya.
"Are we really the best people to raise the Fowling?"
I made a promise to protect him with my life. I'm going to keep that promise.
"He's strong with the Force, Saya. Maybe he should say with Rey to help train him with his power."
Saya looked down at the Fowling for a moment. Ben did have a fair point but she was going to keep her promise to Lena and that village.
No. Please Ben, I want to protect him. Maybe when he's older he can train with Rey as a Jedi if he wants to. But for now, I need to keep my promise and protect him.
Ben looked as if he wanted to argue, but nodded. He turned to go to the command ship and Bayard followed behind him. Saya and the Fowling followed them. She wished she could say goodbye to everyone, but they needed to leave before the Resistance woke up.
She approached the command ship when she heard the hustling of footsteps from behind her. She turned to see Rey with Poe, Finn and Rose.
"Were you really going to leave without saying goodbye?" Rose asked with a sad smile.
Saya smiled at all of them.
You all are the best friends I could ever ask for.
Rose rushed forward and gave Saya a large hug. Finn was next after Rose finally broke away. Poe slowly approached her and gave her an awkward smile.
"You can stay, ya know. HE can stay too."
Saya gave him a sarcastic smile.
Look me in the eye and tell me how the Resistance will accept him staying here with open arms. Do it, and I'll consider it.
Even Poe laughed.
"Ok, I get it. Just… take care of yourself"
He gave her a hug, then awkwardly stepped back. Saya then turned to Rey who gave her a tight hug. The girls took a step back from each other and Rey handed her a large bag.
"Where will you go?"
Saya shrugged.
I don't know. And to be honest, I don't care. Somewhere peaceful where we can have a home together.
Rey smiled as Ben's voice from behind caught Saya's attention.
"You ready to go, Saya?"
She turned to see Ben standing tall in the ship. He knew she was saying her goodbyes to everyone but she could feel his impatience. Saya couldn't blame him. He wasn't exactly welcome here.
Saya nodded and he left to go start up the ship. There was no one here he needed to say farewell too. She entered the ship and the Fowling followed. She turned and gave one last look to her friends.
Saya was so thankful to have known such amazing people in her life. She gave them one final wave and closed the door to the ship. She silently prayed in her heart to meet them again one day. Hopefully, under better circumstances than how they originally met.
Saya sat next to Ben as he began lifting the ship up into the sky. Bayard took his place beside Saya and the Fowling's cradle hovered between herself and Ben.
Where will we go?
Ben thought for several moments before suddenly smiling.
"I have an idea"
They flew high into the sky and Ben quickly entered light speed as soon as they were far enough away from the planet.
-5 Years Later-
Saya smiled as she watched Ben kneel next to Celeste. She was eagerly showing him the large sea shell she found in the sand. Han was sitting close to her, building houses in the sand. The Fowling was happily giving Han small shells and rocks to help him build his house. Saya still couldn't believe that after five years, the Fowling had hardly grown at all.
It took some time, but they were able to build their home just the way they wanted it. Saya would never forget the look of panic Ben had when Saya told him they would have to expand the home to have more room. She had completely forgotten to warn Ben that her infertility chip was destroyed and out of her arm. But then again, she had never had to worry about it before.
Ben panicked the entire time of her pregnancy. Neither of them had intended to be parents. Saya long accepted the idea of never having children. But as soon as she knew, she had never wanted anything more. As soon as their children were born and Ben held them in his arms, he was smitten. Saya knew he would easily kill and die for them both.
Despite being twins, neither Han nor Celeste really looked like one another. Celeste took after Saya with long silver hair and lavender eyes. Han easily had his father's dark hair and eyes. Over the last couple of years, both Ben and Saya could see their power with the force was already strong. Saya expressed her fears over and over again of how much power they could both have but Ben was quick to reassure her that no matter what would happen, they would face it together.
Perhaps one day, they would train to become Jedi. They both recently learned that Rey was successful in starting a new Jedi training temple. Saya was happy to hear that the Jedi religion would continue. Maybe her children would decide on that path someday. Maybe not. As long as they were happy with their choice, Saya didn't care. If they chose not to become Jedi, Ben and Saya were prepared to help educate them enough with the Force so they could understand them and use them in the best ways.
Ben lifted Celeste up and took her to sit next to Saya. Every night, they all watched the sun set together over the waves of the water. This was the ocean Saya had always dreamed of seeing. Ben had picked the perfect spot for them to settle. Ben kept one arm around his young daughter and the other went around Saya. Han lifted the Fowling up and took him to sit next to Saya. Bayard came out of the house and laid down next to Han.
Bayard had happily taken to a peaceful life. He became even more protective of Saya the moment he sensed she was pregnant. Now, he spent his time trying to keep the children safe from trouble. It was interesting to see him try and watch both of the twins at once. His aggravation at times made Saya smile but she knew he was more than happy to help them.
They all sat close and watched the sun set. Saya leaned into Ben and she felt his smile. There were no words needed. He could feel her happiness a mile away. This was the life she always dreamed of having. Perhaps not with having children, a Fowling, and a wolf but Saya wouldn't dream of complaining. She was blissfully happy with her oddball family.
The sun set for the night and Saya turned to Ben to give him a sweet kiss. He happily returned the kiss and pulled her close.
They lived in peaceful bliss above the very stars they used to stare at long ago as children. Now they shared those stars with their children
-The End-
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