Note 17
Qui-Gon,
Please forgive me if I make a mistake, or if I am not in the best of moods. My husband has come and has said some harsh words to me, and has accused me of being the bad guy, giving our son away and sending him off to be killed. He has blamed me for everything that has happened, including being sold into slavery.
I understand that honoring your word is important to you. I understand you and my son are on Naboo now, and that Padmé is really the Queen, and that you will be going to the palace. Please take Anakin with you…it does not sound safe for him to be in the middle of everything. Keep him safe for me. Consider your present situation above mine for the moment. You have a Queen and a boy to protect.
You really think that the Council will eventually accept Anakin? I hope you are right.
Thank you. Since I cannot be with my son, thank you for watching over him and letting me know that he seems to be fine.
It sounds as if your apprentice has so much to discover yet about the world. Give him time, and I'm sure he will learn what you hope he does, especially where caution is concerned.
Thank you for all that you have done for my son, and for all that you have yet to do. I know that he will be in good hands, if you train him.
I do not like that the Council appears to be so against Anakin. I hope it will not affect his training in any way.
I wish you the best as you continue to work with Queen Amidala and the others. I hope you accomplish what you need to do, and swiftly.
Thank you.
Your friend,
Shmi Skywalker