Note 13
One year after the Naboo Invasion
6 months later
Obi-Wan Kenobi,
I am writing you to inform you that the situation that you brought my attention to 6 months ago has now been permanently dealt with. The Trade Federation will no longer be a threat to the Republic.
I have taken away all their power. They no longer have a voice in the Senate, and they are not allowed to practice their Trading anywhere in the galaxy. If they try to practice their Trading, or they take a threatening action, they will be severely punished. I have studied their species, so I know how they think You no longer need to fear them. They will cower in fear and will not dare go against the Republic again. I should let you know that this act could easily be reversed, however. The Trade Federation has many powerful friends within the Senate. Unfortunately, the bill now in place is only temporary. Nute Gunray must report to a trail in the Courts. The Courts could rule that the Trade Federation has every right to still trade within the Republic.
The Senate worked very hard…..but under my leadership, we were able to get this situation straightened out correctly. There was no bloodshed, and I feel that this situation is finally closed.
Thank you for updating me on the Council's thoughts on the Sith. I am sure you Jedi will handle it correctly. The entire Republic must be prepared for a sudden Sith attack….if that is what the Council predicts. It would be foolish for the Sith to rise right now. If you learn anything more about the Sith, please let me know.
How is young Anakin doing with his training? He's been training for a year now….and he's 10?
Things seem to be running smoothly in the Senate for the time being. If you have any concerns that you would like to bring to the Senate's attention, please contact me.
Supreme Chancellor Palpatine