Anakin rushed towards the beast, his saber drawn. Anger radiated off of him, and even the hum of his blade was enough to scare it away. A few meters distant, Padme was on her knees next to Aubree. The monster scampered off, as Padme cradled her daughter's figure against her.

"ANAKIN!" the Senator cried out, her hands desperate as she waved him over. The Jedi Padawan turned, shock colliding into him like a rancor as he spotted them. He ran towards them, the sight horrific. Blood was stained on Padme's hands, from Aubree's arm.

"It must have ripped a major vessel open. Oh, Force," Padme whispered, tears staining her cheeks. Anakin gently lifted Aubree from her arms, the girl croaking against his chest.

"A-Anakin?" she whispered, as he shushed her.

"It's ok, Bree. I'm taking you back right now. Just rest," he answered her, as the girl wrapped her good arm around his neck. Snuggling her head against him, he could not help but feel a heartstring tugged. He had to get her back fast.

Padme touched his arm, as he turned his head back towards her. Oh, he hated seeing her in pain. "I'm going to take her back right away for medical attention," he said, ripping off a bit of his sleeve to form a temporary bandage. Padme nodded, a gentle push pressed against his shoulder.

"Go. I have a blaster on me, I will come behind you. You're faster than I am," she urged, as he gave a swift nod.

Aubree opened her eyes, blinking as she sat upright. She glanced around the room, her eyes settling on the figure seated near her. Anakin was asleep at her side, but the best part of all was yet to be seen.

Padme was asleep in his arms, curled up against his chest. Aubree smirked, glad that something good came of her injury. She glanced down at her arm, the wound covered in thick bandages. She sighed, the pain still throbbing against her arm. She was about to simply lean back against her pillow once again, but a better idea sparked her imagination. She pushed the blankets away from her legs, scooting up towards them on her knees. With a grin to match her delight, she lowered her mouth by Anakin's ear.

"Good morning, Sunshine!" she cried out, sending him jumping up. His eyes flashed, as his wild as searched around. Padme had not stirred, but he was careful enough for her to barely budge.

"Thought I might give you a warm wake up call," Aubree said, earning herself a glare. Anakin rubbed his ear, wincing.

"Oh yes, a warm wake up call indeed," he mumbled, as he glanced down at the woman on his lap. He grinned for a moment, as Aubree stood up.

"I don't know about you, but losing blood makes me hungry," the girl remarked, her hands set on her hips as she looked hopeful up at him.

Anakin shrugged, well aware of that feeling. "I don't know what you're talking about, but I'm always hungry."

Aubree glanced back over at the pair, a smile set on her lips. "You did save my life. So I guess I can at least start to pay you back with lunch. You can stay here and 'monitor' my mom," she said with a wink, as she scampered out of the room.

Anakin sighed, his hand stroking against Padme's shoulder. He would serve his duty, but he knew that despite all of his desires, he owed the Senator respect. He lifted her up in his arms, stepping towards the bed that Aubree had just been on. With a swift motion, he tucked her in and then stood for a moment.

Taking his chances, he knew that she would never find out. Not unless she was awake…He bent his head towards her, giving a soft peck on the cheek. His footsteps lead him to the door, and out into the kitchen area, which Aubree worked.

Aubree sat at the dining room table on her knees, almost in an Indian-style. She had her eyes set on the bowl in front of her, a neat stare.

Padme raised her eyebrows, confused for a moment. "Aubree…What are you doing?" she asked, worried. She had began to realize that she worried all of the time, more than she should. But then again, a mother never stops worrying.

The girl licked her lips, almost appearing like a predator going in for the kill. Anakin had a mischievous grin set across his face, as he leaned casually back. Aubree reached her hand into the bowl, attempt in snagging a fruit. However, she was not fast enough.

Anakin lifted the fruit swiftly from the bowl with the force, just barely quick enough to make it past Aubree's hand. The girl pouted, her arms crossed as she sat back.

Padme and Anakin laughed at her expression, as Anakin pulled the fruit onto his plate. With a knife and fork in hand, he sliced the pear into neat slices.

"Are you sure that's allowed?" Aubree questioned, as she clawed in his direction. He shot her a grin, as he force-pushed the fruit back to her and Padme.

"If Master Obi-Wan caught me doing this, he'd be very angry," he remarked, mischievousness painted across his lips.

"Heh, I've done worse," she scoffed, as she ate her fruit in delight.

"Time for bed, Aubree!" Padme shouted, as she walked into the room. Aubree groaned, closing a small black book of hers and shoving it under her pillow.

"But Mommmmm," she whined, as Padme seated herself on the edge of the bed. "Oooh, someone's all dressed up for some handsome Jedi…"

Padme blushed, shaking her head. "No, not at all. We're just friends," she answered.

"Ha, and I'm an ape," Aubree retorted. She played with the edge of her comfortable, as she stood up and slid into her pajamas.

"You know, he does love you. A lot," the girl remarked, as she grabbed her hairbrush off of her dresser. Padme shook her head, taking the brush from her hands and running it through Aubree's hair.

"Yes…but we could never be together. There's too much on the line," she said wistfully. That was the straw!

"Ha, I knew it! You DO love him!" Aubree shouted, pumping her arm in excitement. Padme shook her head.

"No I…I…Okay, I might love him. But there's no way!" she insisted. Aubree stood up, as she rolled her eyes.

"There always is a way. Just like as there is always a way to breathe, there's always a way to love. So get your love life in check and give him a chance. Or else you won't be able to breathe," she said.

Padme sighed, as she got up. "Get some rest, love. I'll see you in the morning," she said, kissing her daughter's forehead.

Aubree watched her go, waiting until the door was secured shut. After a few minutes of waiting, she snuck out into the corridor, her eyes set upon the great room couch.

She could not distinguish the words between the two, but she could tell their emotions. Padme was upset, her body motions pushing herself away from Anakin. He was smoldering with passion, though fighting himself. It was inevitable: they were in love.

Aubree watched for a moment, shaking her head when she saw Padme stand up. Why did her mother protest? Love could not be tethered or bound down. Her heart almost broke when she saw the way she was breaking Anakin's heart.

She darted back into her bedroom when she heard footsteps draw near. Padme had stormed out of the room, leaving Anakin alone. The young Jedi was seated there, his eyes lost in the flames' light. Aubree blinked for a moment, almost shocked at the sight.

Never in her life, did she ever expect to see a sight like that. He was strong, he was brave, and despite everything, he refused to let himself break down.

She could have sworn that she had seen a tear down Anakin Skywalker's face. But it was so fast, she almost did not believe it. The young Jedi stood up, regaining composure fast. He marched himself into his room, shutting it with ease.

It was the screams throughout the night that haunted Aubree's memory.

I hate writing sad stuff. Cause then I'm sad. I'm sorry about the short post…It took me so long to be able to write something like this, it's too sad! Next chapter, I'll have to make the story kind of pick up towards Tatooine. Here's where it's important for you to vote:

Here are your choices:

Anakin rescues his mother WITHOUT massacre…Anidala to make things all nice.

Anakin continues down his dark path…perhaps some Anidala, but it will be like the movie in that case.

We skip the whole thing. I don't think this really is a good option.

So there you have it, folks. Also, your reviews matter a lot for whether I continue to episode 3. See, in my original story I wrote with my cousin a long long time ago, in involved death…so please, keep reviewing or else I'll have to resort to painful original plot (we all don't want that, do we?).

Anyway, I have planned to write a hidden bonus chapter. TONS of Anidala inside! Within the next few hours (hopefully), I'll have it posted and for you to find within the story. First person who reviews the chapter gets a cookie and a free hug!

-Fall Out Guirl