Thank you all EVER so much for your reviews! I think I'm going to change the name of the sequel to 'I Am Me: Dark Angel'. I like that better, but what do you think?
ATTENTION: Listen, I have pictures of Elena and the rest of the Skywalker family up on my website. Please check them out and tell me what you think! The pics will be in the character pics, holo photo center, and character bios.
RavenRulzRF: Sure I'll do that! We all must agree, the Emperor is creepy. And sadistic. And evil. And sinisterly sneaky. And devious. And... well, this list could go on a couple of parsecs...
JediMan: You love Geenine? I'll have to put more of her in there... thanks so much for reviewing!
Jedi Master Arie Skywalker: Why hello again!Thanks very much. Sure you can be in it!
Jessica-Angel-Skywalker: I'll think about it.. it's a definite possibility! Thanks for your review!
M.J.L.S.: I don't like him either! Thanks so much for reviewing! Does your penname stand for 'Mara Jade, Luke Skywalker'? Just wondering.
ILUVZIM: Yeah, she is a lot like her mother, but more like her dear ol' Dad. I'm glad you liked that part, thanks for reviewing!
DaimondOfTheMoon: Thank you so much! I'm so happy you enjoy my story.
Writin' Dude: Thanks! Hope you like it!
Dark Lord Dashi: Thank you! I hope you enjoy this chapter.
Pip B: Thank you very much! I'm glad you like the cliffe, I should do more of those more often...
Super Tinfoil Man Part 2: Yeah, Palps just wants Elena to get mad and explore more of the Dark Side. You really want to be Palp's lawyer? Okay! I don't mind.
Adame shmi Skywalker Vader: They did? I think it's still for May 26th. CAN'T WAIT! Eh-hem. Anyways, it's funny you say that Palps should have a lawyer, because Super Tinfoil Man says he wants to be his lawyer! So it works out for the best... thanks for your review!
The clock is ticking... tick...tock...tick..tock...
Raven:... and we should chase them around with eggs until they get tired, and then crack them over their heads and let the yoke run all over them!
Tela: Weird...
Luke: But sounds fun! Let's do it!
BAMF! (Super Tinfoil Man Part 2 walks in the door with a briefcase.)
Super Tinfoil Man: ENOUGH! I am hereby the Sith's advocate. My client reserves the right for a fair trial.
I see.. well, take a seat.
Palps: YES!
Angel: I don't think so OLD UGLY EVIL man!
Arie Skywalker: (suddenly hits Palps with a frying pan) THAT was for what you did to the Republic and Anakin! TAKE THAT, LOSER!
Palps:(rubbing his head) Ow...
Adame: Why I oughtta... (rises from seat, only to be pulled back by Pip and Zim)
Qui-Gon: Let's calm down, people!
Would everyone just sit down? Super Tinfoil Man, state your case. (bangs on hammer) Court is now in session! Would Jedi Man please come to the stand?
Chapter 2
Disclaimer: See first chapter.
"I do not know," Vader admitted, "I am just as curious as you are."
Leonia didn't like this idea one bit, but had to comply.
Elena slowly stood up, very nervous. She hadn't made many public speeches before. Leia... I really need you right about now... She cleared her throat and made the pod move forward a bit.
"Um, thank you, Your Highness," she stated uncomfortably. AH HA! He probably did this on purpose, just to make me look like an idiot... blasted Emperor... "Well, I was just thinking. Instead of having regional governors or Moffs control the planets and star systems, we should keep the senate intacked, just like Senator Mothma suggested."
Mothma liked this statement. "And," Elena continued, her confidence growing, "There should be two separate parties with opposing views, and there should also be a main leader. They should gather and discuss the different issues of the star systems, agree of what's in the best interest of all the people, or maybe have the citizens take a vote to see which idea they like best, and then incorporate it into their plans for society."
There was a dead silence in the Throne Room. Everyone was staring at Elena, who reddened, nodded, and sat down, embarrassed.
"Did I say something wrong?" she whispered frantically.
"Far from it," Vader replied.
"That's one of the most absurd things I've ever heard of," Leonia snapped abruptly, "That will not keep the systems in line. There will be even more of a Rebellion than there already is right now."
Elena was angry at this statement, but kept her cool. "I don't think so," she retorted, "It will make the people happier and more comfortable."
"No, it will be the opposite," Leonia cut in, glaring at Elena, "The star systems need the Moffs to keep the people in line."
"You mean fear will keep the systems in line," Elena shot back, suddenly standing up, growing angrier by the minute.
The Emperor watched this with amusement, and liked the fact that Elena was growing mad and frustrated; poor Mon Mothma was standing there, a bit confused. She was also listening very closely to Elena.
"If that's what works," Leonia retorted coldly.
"Oh, so you're saying that whatever you say and whatever you want, you should get it," Elena raised her voice, growing enraged.
"Did I ever say that?"
"It was definitely implied!"
"Well maybe you should listen closer, Skywalker. You're not even a politician or a leader, how would you know what's best for the people and the galaxy? I'm your age and I'm a Moff already! And what are you? You're still a mere schoolgirl with no military or leadership training whatsoever," Leonia sneered.
Elena's eyes flashed white for a split second, but thankfully no one saw it; a sudden stroke of lightning split the sky outside, causing everyone to jump.
"I beg to differ," Elena hissed, "I am the daughter of Lord Vader, and have had years of battle training. Have you ever been in the heat of battle, people dying all around you? Have you ever known what it's like to be lying awake in bed, frozen? What would you know of the military, battles, or fighting?"
Leonia subconsciously put her hand to her throat, growing scared. Elena glared at her and sat down suddenly, breathing in hard. Well that was handled well, she thought sarcastically.
"Forgive me, Your Highness," she said aloud, "I…I shouldn't have said that."
The Emperor had very much enjoyed her little speech and replied, "Oh, quite the contrary, young Skywalker, I rather liked your little declaration. This meeting is hereby adjourned for further consideration." His beady eyes bored into Elena's, and she stood up and strode out of the pod, her father following her.
"That was just splendid," she hissed, "Why did I have to go and blow up right in front of everyone like that? They'll think I'm worse than you." She felt guilty.
Vader breathed loudly, as usual. "Elena, don't feel bad about what you said, that girl deserved what she got for talking to you like that. No one will blame you; she could be executed for speaking to you in that tone."
"But she won't be," Elena muttered.
"Probably not," Vader admitted. "But what you suggested in there was nothing short of brilliant. Well done, my daughter."
Elena smiled a little. "Thanks."
When they got home, the two of them had their usual lightsaber duel, and Elena left to go to her room. Leia was waiting on the Holocom.
"I heard what you said," her friend declared. "And your idea was awesome... except for that part at the end."
Elena sighed. "Yeah, I'm sorry, I kinda lost it there," she replied, "I know what I said was wrong. Probably something my father would have done, and I don't think that's the best thing."
Leia nodded. "Don't worry about it, Lena, she deserved what she got. She's an evil, bratty tyrant, and I hate her, too. I actually am proud of you, I probably would have said something of the same sort," she chuckled. "Or worse!"
Elena smiled faintly.
"Aw, come on, let it go!" Leia encouraged. "Just forget it ever happened. I've blown up in a debate more times than I care to remember."
Elena laughed and replied, "I'd like to see that sometime. When do think would be the best time to visit you?"
Leia frowned thoughtfully. "Hmm, well, I'm coming to Coruscant in a month or two, so why don't you come back with me when we're ready to leave?" she suggested.
"Great idea, Leigh," Elena complimented, "I'll talk to Dad first, see how he feels about it. You know how protective he is of me."
Leia nodded. "Yeah, I know. Well, I should go, got another debate tonight. Wish me luck!"
"Will do," Elena replied, "Skywalker out." The screen showing Leia turned black. Elena sighed, ran a hand through her hair, and Force called her homework to her, snatching a datapad.
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The next morning, Elena zoomed off to school on her speederboard. There, she carefully eyed the grounds, seeing if Gerjen Ozzel was hanging around somewhere. Thankfully, he wasn't, so she slipped inside along with all the other people and quickly made her way to her locker. Opening it, she stuffed her belongings inside and took out her history book, quickly looking around.
A sudden tap on her shoulder made her whisk around and yell, "I'm not going out with!–" her face relaxed as she saw Keira, Beyoncé, and Mara staring at her, amused.
Beyoncé whistled. "Wow, you got it bad, girlfriend," she chuckled, shaking her head.
Elena scowled. "Well hey, it's not my fault that this son of a jerk keeps practically stalking me. If this keeps up for long, I'm gonna run him through–"
"With your lightsabers, yes, we know," Keira sighed. "Come on, we'll protect you."
The four walked down the hall, ignoring some of the whistles from various boys. "Where's the water, it's hot in here!" one boy called out from behind, laughing.
Mara glared at them. "I should have brought my lightsaber," she hissed, annoyed.
"Come on, they're boys," Beyoncé reminded, "They're going to be stupid, idiotic, and rude."
Elena suddenly gasped. "Oh no, here he comes!" she squealed, drawing back. The girls kept a tight hold on her as she tried to run.
"No, no, no, just wait!" Keira called, "We won't let him say anything to you, just come on, Elena!"
"Yeah, don't worry about it," Mara added. "If he tries anything funny I'll kick his scrawny little butt."
Elena sighed defeated, put her head down, and trudged along with the group. She made sure not to make eye contact with Gerjen as he strode forward, an eager look on his face as he approached Elena.
"Hi, Elena," he said brightly, "I was just wondering how you'd like if you went to a holovid with me tomorrow night."
All three girls, except Elena, spoke at once. "She's got homework," Mara put in.
"She's got a new mission," Beyoncé spoke up.
"She has a lightsaber duel with her father," Keira said.
Gerjen stared at them, dubious and confused. "Well which one is it?" he said, eyeing them.
"All of them," they said unanimously, glaring hard at him.
Elena tried desperately not to burst out laughing, and slapped a hand over her mouth.
"But what kind of mission is it?" Gerjen went on, narrowing his eyes.
The girls glanced at each other. "A big one," Mara said.
"An important one," Beyoncé added.
"A long one," Keira piped up. Poor Elena was on the verge of tears from holding in her laughter for so long. Her head was now turned in the opposite direction so that he couldn't see her face.
Gerjen shrugged. "Oh, okay," he replied, "So I'll see you later, all right Elena?" he walked past the group.
"Um, sure," Elena said, still trying to hold her laughter in. When he was gone, the entire group burst into laughing.
"That was SO funny!" Beyoncé laughed, "Did you see his face?"
"I can't believe he was that stupid as to believe us!" Mara chuckled.
Elena snorted. "I can," she giggled.
"Hey girls, what's so funny?" a male voice spoke up behind them. They turned to see a good friend of theirs, Derek Klivian, a funny young man training to be an officer and a pilot on one of the Star Destroyers.
"Hey Hobbie," Elena replied, using his well known nickname, "How's it going these days?"
Derek shrugged. "Not bad," he answered, "Though it could be better. I was on a mission a few days ago and got annoyed with another cadet named Biggs Darklighter. We didn't get off on the right foot."
Where have I heard that name before? Elena pondered to herself. It sounds so familiar... "Hobbie," she said, "Did Biggs ever live on Tatooine, you know, in the outer rim?"
Derek was a bit startled. "Yeah, he did. He grew up and still lives there. How'd you know that?"
"Um..." Elena fumbled for the right words, since she didn't want them to know that Luke had told her. "I don't know... I heard about him a while back." She shrugged.
He laughed. "Oh yeah, I forgot that you would know everything," he replied, "I mean, you are Lord Vader's daughter, so you would know about all that stuff."
Elena laughed weakly. "That's it... sure... well listen, I got to run to class." ME AND MY BIG MOUTH! She then hurried off up the stairs to her next classroom, the others watching her leave, confused.
Mara stared after her for a second, after all the others had followed Elena to class. "Something's not right," she stated softly to herself. "Elena's hiding something. Something very important." Frowning, she ran up the stairs, deep in thought. This had not been the first time that she was suspicious of her friend.
Nope, cause we all know what happened before! All rightie.. where were we?
Jedi Man: So I think that they should be chased around by all the bounty hunters while changing the baby's diapers! (the reviewers cheer)
Super Tinfoil Man: Objection! Witness is not stating an actual fault of the defense!
Sustained... for now. OK, why don't you step down and let the defense argue its case?
Celt: Let's not and say we didn't...
Leia: Hear, hear.
Super Tinfoil Man: These beatings of the Sith have gone on chapter after chapter and for what, I ask you? The Sith lords must be treated like any other being in the galaxy. For what crimes have they commited? It is a mere one sided view of the Empire and the Sith lords. Are they really THAT bad? Or is it the Rebels who have beaten and tortured these poor souls without valid evidence against them? In conclusion, I say, leave these poor Sith alone.
Luke: Don't pull that kind of junk on me, Palpatine is EVIL!
SIT... down. (Luke sits down) All right, the case will continue in the morning. However, I'm gonna have to tell the Princes to STOP taking pictures of Leia.
Pip: You guys are sick.
Arie: Hear, hear.
All right, well that was that chapter. Hope you enjoyed it, and don't forget to leave a review!
