Note 13
Yoda,
It is of course advisable to watch over Kenobi and his training of Skywalker. Kenobi's task is not an easy one, and therefore, we must help him as best we can. I understand that there is great risk in training the boy, and yet, I think there is still greater risk in not training him. It is this matter that convinced me more than anything else that Skywalker should be trained. By destroying to control ship and playing such a major part in the battle, I feel that the Sith could have learned of Anakin. There is little doubt that the other Sith is far away. The Trade Federation leaders will no doubt attempt to contact him, and they will be sure to inform him/her of Skywalker.
Kenobi has no love for politicians, and he will not like Anakin spending much time with Chancellor Palpatine. I think it unlikely that the Chancellor will have much time to spare for Anakin anyway. I have heard that he comforted Anakin and that Anakin has taken a liking to him, but this does not concern me. Anakin will begin his training soon, and Supreme Chancellor Palpatine will resume his duties in his office. Still, it may be a good idea to keep an eye on his contact with Chancellor Palpatine. I have never completely trusted a Supreme Chancellor, but I have to say that Valorum seemed more trustworthy than most. The new Supreme Chancellor seems to be a typical politician, consumed with pleasing everyone that he meets. I see little harm in Anakin corresponding with him.
Hmmm….that is a possibility – instead of Skywalker saying good-bye, we could send an official response from the Jedi Council. Care to draft a response to these contacts so that we could send them out? It is possible that Anakin may have already heard about the likelihood of his having to cut ties with certain individuals from other members of the Council.
Very good. I assume that the private meeting with Obi-Wan has already taken place. I expect that he will go along with what we have suggested?
There is little doubt that the Sith will go into hiding again, assuming that there is still a Master or an Apprentice out there. They posed great risk in revealing themselves, and have suffered loss. The Council has been alerted to their existence, and so they must know they have to tread carefully.
I agree with you – we must make certain that the Council does not appear to be the puppets of the Republic or of the Senate. There is a delicate balance that must be maintained between offering our services as ministers of justice and at the same time maintaining our independence. I have spoken with the Chancellor regarding this matter, and he seems to be well aware of the divide.
It would be wise to meet with Master Dooku, yes. We do need to discuss his role in the Order and provide him a chance to explain his recent behavior. I think it would be a good idea to have Dooku meet with the entire Council at once. As one of us, he has the right to explain himself to the other members. We should arrange for a meeting with him shortly after we return to the Temple.
I will see you after the parade and awards ceremony.
Mace Windu