Hey, everybody. Back with another chapter. This'll be a slightly shorter chapter.

So, this was originally going to be one of two chapters to cover the Siege of Mandalore. But, as I started writing, I realized I had no real direction I was going with this chapter. So, I decided to just get rid of the original plot for the chapter, and move on to the next planned chapter. So, now, there will only be one chapter dedicated to the Siege, which will be in a few chapters. Hope you don't mind. This will have a little part of it set on Mandalore, but mostly just to feature Adams.

Alright. Let's get to it.

Guest DCDGojira: I'm not in the military yet, but I'm training for it, and will commission as an officer once I graduate college. I will be doing the fight scene between Yoda and Sidious. Glad you like Palpatine's code name. They may try to prevent Order 66, but they won't fully succeed.

Dalej0523: The Terrans will form a kind of united government, that will later expand to include other planets, but it will keep the name Terran Alliance.

Jayhawks: Maybe.

BanzEye: It's called the Terran Alliance Wiki. If you google it, it won't show up, but if you google "Anti-Sith Assault Team", the wiki page for the team should come up as a result. So,, everyone, take note of that if you want to find the wiki.

Lorenzo Ferrari: I'm sorry. Palpatine won't die yet, and Anakin will still turn to the dark side. Otherwise, this series wouldn't be able to go on like I have planned. Sorry.

RandomFanAuthor: The Air Force. The best branch.

Chapter 64- A New Mission

(July 18, 1994)

Adams makes his way back into the main fortress in Keldabe. He and the coalition took the city a week ago as part of their campaign to take the cities surrounding Sundari in preparation for the final assault on Sundari, which is set to be launched in just 30 hours.

"Did the Council say what this meeting was for?" Adams asks.

"No. Only that it was important," Ahsoka says.

Adams just nods. A moment later, Ahsoka says, "Well, I can't wait for this whole siege to be done. College is going to be a piece of cake after this."

Adams chuckles a bit. "I still think you should've chosen the Naval Academy, but then again, I'm kind of biased. Still, I think you'll enjoy it in California," he says. He pauses, then asks, "What made you choose U of C?"

"I love California. I loved being stationed there during the Terran campaign. Plus, it's a good school, and it just felt right. I just can't wait to go. Lindsey's already taking care of finding us our living arrangements," Ahsoka responds.

"Well. I know you'll do great at college," Adams says. Ahsoka smiles back at him.

They enter the room where the transmitter has been set up for the Council meeting. Adams takes his seat and waits for the meeting to begin as Ahsoka walks out. A minute later, the transmission begins, and the hologram of the Council comes up.

After the initial opening, and some minor things, Anakin speaks up and shares what the Chancellor shared with him.

"Chancellor Palpatine thinks General Grievous is on Utapau?" Ki Adi Mundi asks.

"A partial message was intercepted in a diplomatic packet from the chairman of Utapau," Anakin explains.

"Hmm. Act on this, we must. The capture of General Grievous will end this war. Quickly and decisively we should proceed," Yoda says.

"The Chancellor has requested that I lead the campaign," Anakin says.

"No offense, General Skywalker. But you've never faced Grievous before. I think this is too important. We need someone who's faced Grievous before and knows how he fights. And someone with a lot more experience. There's too much at stake," Adams says.

Anakin looks at Adams, looking a little disappointed his friend doesn't have enough faith in him. Adams tries to look at him reassuring.

"I concur. Master Kenobi should go," Ki Adi says

"I agree," Yoda says.

"Aye," Plo says.

"Aye," Mace adds. He looks around, then says, "Council adjourned." With that the transmission cuts off.

Almost immediately, Ahsoka hurries into the room. "Sam, Bo-Katan's here. Sounds like Maul's sending out sorties to harass us," she says.

Adams stands up. "Let's go, then," he says, and the two walk out.

(Coruscant)

Colonel Rommel is quiet as he walks with Obi Wan and Anakin towards a Venator that will be Obi Wan's flagship, adjusting the greaves on his forearms. He's currently wearing a suit of Mandalorian armor. The suit was a gift from Bo-Katan after the coalition was formed for the Siege of Mandalore, and had been given to Rommel when Adams had briefly returned to Coruscant right before the Battle of Coruscant. He had been asked by Obi Wan just an hour again to accompany him on this mission.

Rommel is the only member of the ASAT team left on Coruscant. Word was received two days ago of a possible Separatist plan for a second attack against Terra, and most of the team had been ordered back to Terra. Only 4 members of the team are still in the galaxy, with Rommel on Coruscant, Adams on Mandalore, Hall on the TAS Sentinel in the Outer Rim, and Yamazaki leading a small Republic task force that had been looking for General Grievous, and was now looking for the Separatist Council. The other eight are now back on Terra.

"You're going to need me on this, Master," Anakin says.

"Oh, I know. Then again, it could just be a wild bantha chase. In any case, I have Colonel Rommel with me," Obi Wan says.

"Master," Anakin says, stopping and causing Obi Wan and Rommel to stop as well. He looks at Obi Wan and says, "I've disappointed you. I haven't been very appreciative of your training. I've been arrogant, and I apologize. I've just been so frustrated with the Council."

Rommel sighs, then rests a hand on Anakin's shoulder. "Anakin," he says, using Anakin's first name in front of him for the first time since they met, "You must stop allowing the opinions of the Council to determine your life. On Earth, I knew a man who once told me, 'Only one opinion matters, and that's God's.' While you don't believe in any deities we do on Earth, the principle holds the same. In the end, the opinions of everyone around you don't determine who you are, and shouldn't determine your self-worth. And if the Council refuses to see past your flaws, that's their problem."

Anakin looks back at Rommel, then smiles slightly. "You're a good friend, Dennis. I'm grateful the know you and all your teammates," he says.

Obi Wan now speaks up. "The Colonel is right, Anakin. You are strong and wise and I am very proud of you. I have trained you since you were a small boy. I have taught you everything I know. And you have become a far greater Jedi than I could ever hope to be. But be patient, Anakin. It will not be long before the Council makes you a Jedi Master," he says.

"And if they don't, well, then, who cares what they think?" Rommel says, drawing slight smiles from both Anakin and Obi Wan.

Obi Wan then turns to Rommel and says, "It's time, Colonel."

Rommel nods, and they both walk down the gangway towards the Star Destroyer. As they do, Anakin says, "Master. Colonel Rommel. May the Force be with you."

"Goodbye, old friend. May the Force be with you," Obi Wan says. He and Rommel then turn around and walk down to the Star Destroyer. As they walk to the bridge, the ship takes off and heads up into orbit, joining the rest of the ships of the task force for the journey to Utapau, and to finally catch General Grievous.

And, I'll end there. Hope you don't mind it was so short.

So, for those wondering, Ahsoka has chosen to go to college at the University of California. She may transfer school at some point, but she'll start out at U of C.

Next chapter will be more interesting. Hope you're excited for it. Until then, leave a review, stay safe from coronavirus, and stay tuned!