Note 29
Nine years after the Naboo Invasion
One year later:
Obi-Wan Kenobi,
Anakin is now 18, isn't he? He's only 18….and…..my….I am impressed. That young man impresses me very greatly.
Unfortunately I was unable to schedule a conference with him this past year…..my plans did not advance as fast as I was hoping they would. I would very much like to have him meet with me sometime next year…when he's 19.
So you believe the data file I gave you earlier was planted? I would hope not. Have you learned anything more about it?
My informers have not been able to locate any other Sith leads, but they are continuing their search, even now as I write this. I am hoping to getting rid of the corruption in the Senate. Surely you have heard of this. Unfortunately my plans are not solid enough to go into great detail with them, but soon they will be revealed to the Republic. It's good that the Council admires my efforts. I will tell you that I have a huge surprise for them, one in which the entire galaxy will benefit. They must be patient….for my plans depend on patience. You must know that although I am dearly loved, I also have many enemies. There are those in the Senate who are not in favor of ridding the Senate of its corruption. I must be cautious.
Anakin isn't that close to his trials? That is a shame. He does not have a calm mind? What is he like in training? Does he have a bad temper…..does he use anger for his advantage?
Yes; I certainly do want to talk to him this upcoming year. I am certain that he will find an opportunity to talk with me.
I must go now.
Supreme Chancellor Palpatine