Padawan Obi-Wan Kenobi wasn't able to shake the nagging feeling that something was missing. Their mission had been simple and straightforward for once, and they were scheduled to leave the small moon within the hour. He should be excited to return home, but even the thought of leaving filled him with a strange ache that had nothing to do with the muggy planet or its strange people.
"Padawan," a quiet voice called.
Obi-Wan turned and bowed to his approaching master. Qui-Gon Jinn appeared at ease, nestled comfortably in the Living Force that he loved so much. "Master Jinn," Obi-Wan said respectfully.
Qui-Gon smiled serenely as he took in the landscape before them, a small village nestled in the embrace of gently rolling hills. "We need to depart. Are you ready?"
Obi-Wan's gut clenched at the question. Here he should relay a suitably respectful affirmative, but the words wouldn't leave his mouth. They couldn't leave yet.
"Obi-Wan?" He glanced up at his master's voice before returning his gaze to the village. He let it rest there for several moments as his resolve hardened. "Master…" he started, before stopping hesitantly. Sensing Qui-Gon's gaze, he took a deep, cleansing breath before releasing his uncertainty into the Force and turning to face his master. "Master, I do not believe that we should leave yet."
Qui-Gon considered his words, his eyes narrowed. Obi-Wan continued, "I feel very strongly that we should wait here a little longer. I don't know why, but I feel that it is of great importance."
He waited patiently as Qui-Gon studied him. When his master nodded his acquiescence, Obi-Wan couldn't help but let out a breath of relief. "Very well, Padawan. I trust your feelings on the matter. We will wait for one day."
Obi-Wan nodded gratefully. "Thank you, Master."
Qui-Gon smiled before continuing. "I will let you inform the Council of our delay."
It was a small price to pay. Obi-Wan nodded in agreement, before turning to stroll back to the ship to make the communication. "Hurry," he thought. "Whatever it is, please hurry."
Author's Note: Sorry for the delayed update. I keep getting distracted and neglecting this story. Any feedback is greatly appreciated!