Chapter 4 The Council Meeting and the new Padawan
Anakin and Ahsoka, as well as other Jedi returned to the Temple and went to the Council Chambers. Anakin knew that the Jedi will discuss how he broke the code and everything related to that; however he had a weird feeling that everything will go smoothly. The Jedi returned to the Council and eleven of its members sat in their respected seats while Anakin and Ahsoka stood in the middle of the room.
"We have just learned that young Skywalker broke the code by marrying the Senator" One of the Masters said
"Attachment is forbidden for the Jedi. However, Anakin clearly shown just how powerful in the Force he is and losing him would be a big loss to the Order"
"Also I think we need to take into account that he almost single handedly took out the Sith Lord, who was hidden from us. That was quite an accomplishment there"
"Indeed"
"Young Skywalker proved to be a powerful Jedi but what to do with him now?"
The Jedi went on with the discussion. Some argued for expelling him; however that camp had only two members, others were talking of suspension and other minor punishment while the majority of the Council wanted to leave Anakin alone. The arguments were quite severe and some Masters were even cursing.
"If I may, I would like to speak" Anakin Skywalker looked at the Jedi Masters and continued "I am well aware that I committed an act which is against the Jedi Code. However, I did learn quite enough about the Dark Side. One of the most interesting things about it that you can use some of its powers which would be fueled by emotions. Hate and anger is not the only emotions out there. A Jedi could use love to fuel the emotions."
"It is possible that you will turn Sith yourself" One of the Masters replied.
"Of course there is a possibility like that, as you might think, but I would like to disagree. I was on the Dark Side once for a brief moment and now that I defeated the Dark Lord of the Sith himself using only light emotions I really think that I am now immune to turning to the Dark Side. "
"Interesting this is. Wait you should and discuss your future we will, young Skywalker"
"Thank you Master Yoda. I will tell you one thing: if there will be a choice between choosing Padme and Jedi, I will choose my wife."
Saying this Anakin and Ahsoka left the Council Chambers and went to the lunch room. The two young Jedi were exhausted, after all, they lost a lot of strength fighting the deadly sith. After the meal was over Anakin and Ahsoka observed a group of youngling practicing the swordplay. Among them there was a girl who reminded Anakin of someone he knew. After the fight the children went to eat and sat at a younglings' table.
Anakin overheard the conversation and learned that most kids were nine or ten; however that girl which caught Anakin's attention was twelve. She was not very optimistic in getting a Master and was afraid of being sent to AgriCorps.
While Anakin was observing the kids, Obi Wan called him on commlink.
"Hello Anakin. The Council decided to let you stay in the Jedi Order. Some were against that matter but Master Yoda defended you, and you know that everybody respects Master Yoda"
"Thanks Obi Wan. I will see you soon."
Anakin finished his meal and looked at Ahsoka. His former padawan and now a partner was confused.
"Ahsoka, I will ask one of these younglings to be my new apprentice."
"Are you not tired of having one already?"
"I am kind of tired but I feel there is some connection to that girl. As if the Force wants me to train her"
Anakin went towards the younglings. They looked at him and suddenly got very excited. Everyone in the Temple new his reputation and every single youngling wanted to be an apprentice to either Master Kenobi or Master Skywalker. Anakin came closer to the group and looked at the group. He then looked at the girl he was observing and said.
"Would you like to be my apprentice?"
He immediately felt all the jealousy towards the poor girl. At first she could not believe that, however, she accepted and Anakin took her as an apprentice. Anakin felt that it would be a change for him to train that quite girl who seemed to be a complete opposite to Ahsoka. However, Anakin felt that it was the will of the Force for him to train her.
"So what is your name young one?"
"My name is Jaina"
Before the girl could finish, Anakin saw his former Master coming towards them.
"Well, hello the Hero of the Day!"
"Thanks Obi Wan. I chose to have a new apprentice to teach"
"Don't you think that it could be too much for you? I mean you just finished Ahsoka's training."
"No, I felt in the Force that I it wants me to train her. Obi Wan this is Jaina."
"Nice to meet you little one."
"Thanks Master Kenobi."
"By the way, what is your full name? You never finished?" Anakin asked
"Oh, I am sorry. My name is Jaina Yan Kenobi and I am the niece of the Negotiator."
