Just in case you missed it, I updated with two chapters today. So make sure you read both and hope you enjoy!

Knowledge from Naboo

The 212th battalion didn't get leave often, but when they did, it was a huge event.

Every brother was on Naboo to celebrate the liberation of the planet with the 501st and their Generals (and by celebrate, it also meant guard duty on the planet, but honestly no one really saw it that way). Accompanying them was Commander Tano. The troops were very excited and eager to take a break from the stress of the war.

Cody was watching to make sure none of his brothers did something incredibly stupid. Waxer and Boil were near the top of his list, with two squads of shinies right behind them.

In fact, he was so busy keeping an eye on his brothers, he almost forgot about one.

About a couple hours into the main celebration, Cody noticed that he hadn't seen his general in a while. Glancing around at the crowds, the clone realized that he couldn't spot the ginger head anywhere.

Kriff.

Cody started towards Rex, but was cut off by a small crowd of Naboo citizens celebrating and dancing around. By the time they passed, Rex was out of sight.

Guess he was on his own. He really hoped he wouldn't find the General as a puppy again. That was a weird day…

He looked around again, and, seeing nothing, started scouting around the outskirts of the gathering. The clone moved towards the palace after spotting movement near the lower part of the building.

As he neared the area, he saw a flash of copper out of the corner of his eye and dashed in the direction. Soon, he was weaving through halls and passages, trying to keep that tiny color in his sights. Eventually, he lost it and was hopelessly lost in the giant castle.

He wandered about, attempting to find his General or a way out- whichever came first. He'd prefer his lost General… but thought it may be a good idea to first get himself found.

Cody found himself walking along some narrow walkways, with a long drop beneath him. He wondered what the purpose of the room was and why anyone would want to be here.

How strange it was to him that the one place he never would have thought to look was the very place his General was.

Obi-Wan was standing down a hallway, which Cody found to be ray-shielded, staring down a large hole of nothingness. Carefully, the Commander navigated his way down the perilous hall until he was right behind his General. He walked up beside the man and peered down into the hole. Obi-Wan didn't acknowledge the clone, but Cody had a suspicion he knew he was there.

Silence fell for a moment, before Cody spoke, "Long way down, General. Wouldn't want you to fall."

Obi-Wan gave a grim smile. "Not long enough, apparently."

The response puzzled the clone- more than usual. He tried to understand the General's words, but came up with a blank and finally asked, "Sir?"

"Sorry, Cody," Obi-Wan shook his head and stepped away from the fall. "Just reliving the past. This place-" he gestured around the room, "does not have the best memories."

Cody remained silent for a moment before speaking, "Do you want to talk about it, Sir?"

The Jedi shook his head and motioned for the clone to follow him.

Cody took two steps before a sudden urge to ask his General a question that seemed to just spring from a random thought, long buried. He tried to shake it off, but found the urge impossible to ignore. He frowned slightly and finally gave up, "Sir?"

"Yes, Cody?"

"Who is Qui-Gon?"

Obi-Wan froze in place, standing up straight and stiff. Cody suspected the man had paled slightly and was probably too shocked to respond.

After a few minutes, Cody was afraid he had offended his General in some way. He walked forward a few steps, "Sir? Are you alright?"

"Where-" Obi-Wan stopped and breathed in sharply, "Where did you hear that name?"

Cody hesitated for a moment before answering, "... You talk in your sleep."

General Kenobi turned around and stared at his commander, his eyes gray. "Oh," was his only reply. Silence fell again.

Cody was now determined he had said something wrong and hurried to give an apology, but Obi-Wan waved it aside, "It's fine, Cody. I was just… surprised. Qui-Gon Jinn was my Master, just as I was Anakin's Master."

Now Cody understood why his general had called him that a few times when the man was very sleep deprived. The clone had come to see that a master and padawan were often the closest relationship a Jedi could have- often like a mother or father with their child. But Cody also felt as if there was something in the way Obi-Wan said his name. A sorrow that was buried deep inside. He decided it would be best to move on quickly before he said something he'd regret. "Oh. Well, thank you for telling me. I was just curious."

General Kenobi smiled and glanced around the small room again. "Funny how you asked that question here."

"Why is that, sir?"

Obi-Wan looked him in the eyes, his gaze steady and his eyes a deep gray, "Because he died where you're standing."

The clone felt like slapping himself. What did he just say in his head? Move on before you say the wrong thing!

Why did this happen to him? Why? Cody felt like jumping into the conveniently placed hole and dying because he was getting sick of his luck. The clone attempted to stutter out an apology, but found his throat unable to speak and his feet were frozen in place, even as he wanted to run away.

The Jedi must have sensed Cody's horror because he quickly reassured him, "You're fine, Cody, you didn't know."

"I- I- Uh…" Cody felt like blasting himself at the moment. Kriff, he was an idiot. Why did he have to ask that question now? His mind went blank and he asked the first question that popped into his head, "How did he die?"

The clone really wanted to jump into the black hole now.

Obi-Wan gave a grim smile, "Darth Maul." His face went blank for a moment, and Cody had the feeling that his general was holding in some stirring emotions. Then the moment passed and he was back to his sad smile, "He was a good friend, and a wonderful Master. I think you would have liked him Cody. Although he did do things a little… off-book. He was one to follow the Force and his feelings, not the Order's decisions or rules." Obi-Wan chuckled, "But there was a few times he rebelled against the will of the Force. I know of one in particular."

Cody relaxed slightly. His general didn't seem to be angry at Cody for asking, in fact he seemed to be ok with the conversation. "What did he do? If you don't mind me asking, sir."

"Well…" Obi-Wan motioned for his commander to follow him and Cody quickly followed the man out of the room. He didn't want to be there any longer than necessary. "He tried to convince himself I was not to be his padawan."

"What?" Cody couldn't imagine any Jedi not wanting his General as an apprentice. He had come to know that the Jedi was extremely skilled, able to easily take out a whole battalion of droids if his men let him. They didn't, but that did not stop the copper haired man from standing on the frontlines with no cover. The commander also knew that Obi-Wan was very compassionate and the model Jedi in many people's eyes. To even consider another Jedi would not accept him was...inconceivable.

Obi-Wan smiled, seemingly reading into his commander's surprise and knowing what he was thinking. "I know, Cody, I know. But it's very true."

The two finally made it out of the ray-shielded hall and were now watching their steps in the huge room of walkways.

"A Jedi must be accepted as a padawan by the age of 13, or they will be assigned to the Agricorps- which is basically a Jedi farmer." Obi-Wan looked a little saddened at the thought then continued. "I was almost 13 when Qui-Gon refused to be my master- and was actually sent to the Agricorps."

"Why did he refuse? If you don't mind me asking, sir." Cody was still troubled by the thought of his general not being good enough.

"Well… without going into too much detail, my Master had a bad background with his previous padawans. One died and another… did not choose the correct path to follow. Master Jinn was convinced that both incidents were his fault and refused to take another student, in fear of destroying them." Obi-Wan chuckled slightly, "Unfortunately for him, The Force had other things in mind. Without telling the entire story, a series of problems and incidents lead Qui-Gon to finally accepting that I was meant to be his padawan."

The clone accepted the story without any more questions. He had a suspicion that the actual events were much more difficult and painful for both Jedi and didn't want to press. "Did you enjoy your apprenticeship to… General Jinn?"

"He was never a general, Cody."

"Sorry, sir. But I don't know what else to call him."

Obi-Wan smiled, "Understood. Yes, I did quite enjoy my time with Master Jinn. He was very kind and one of the best Jedi in the Order. He was the reason Anakin became a Jedi. In fact, he was supposed to train him before…" the Jedi trailed off, a sad smile appearing.

The commander nodded in understanding and put a comforting hand on his General's shoulder. "He'd be proud of the Jedi you've become, sir."

Obi-Wan raised an eyebrow. "And why would you say that, Cody?"

"Because, if he was half the Jedi you are, then he was a wonderful man and teacher. You're one of the best Jedi in our army and in the Order and I'm honored to have you as my General."

The Jedi looked away for a moment, trying to hide the tears in his eyes. After several seconds and pulling himself together, Obi-Wan finally managed to mumble, "Thank you, Cody."

"Anytime… brother."

Watching from the side, a force ghost smiled. Cody had done well, even without a large connection to the Force. As the two walked away, Qui-Gon chuckled to himself. His Padawan was in good hands.

Leave any comments or concerns! May the Force be with you!

ALMOST FORGOT: I wanted to surprise my Padawan with something and... well, THIS happened:

Random humorous really short AU right after Qui-Gon dies:

Obi-Wan is sitting next to the hole on Naboo where Qui-Gon died. He stares down into it before sighing sadly.

Suddenly, Ghost Qui-Gon pops up and yells, "Surprise!"

Obi-Wan screams and falls into the hole.

Ghost Qui-Gon stares down after him, his face shocked and a little confused.

Ghost Obi-Wan shows up thirty seconds later. "Master! Don't do that!"

"How was I supposed to know you'd freak out!"

"MASTER! YOU ARE DEAD. AND NOW I AM DEAD! WHO'S SUPPOSED TO TRAIN ANAKIN NOW?"

"... WELL, he was going to kill all the Jedi so we dodged a bullet. Or in this case, a thousand bullets."

"...I hate you so much right now."

I don't apologize, but... man, I must have been slap happy or something.