Cradle to Grave

by Leah Naberrie

A biography of Obi Wan Kenobi in drabbles. My response to the 100 drabble challenge at TFN.

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Cradle to Grave

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56, good

It was a simple enough trick, curling one's fingers into the shapes for compulsion. Obi-Wan learnt the art quickly and practiced only as often as he was supposed to.

Still the temptation to use it in a sparring match with Siri had been irresistible.

With inspired viciousness, she proceeded to trounce him thoroughly.

"It only works on the weak mind, nerf!" she declared and emphasized her rage with a forceful shove.

Afterwards, he rubbed his shoulder and looked shamefacedly at Master Qui-Gon's twinkling eyes.

"Master," Obi-Wan began.

"Don't worry, Padwan. We all learnt it the hard way," Qui-Gon said, laughing.

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