Note 15

Padme,

That is such wonderful news! You have won the battle. Yes, Anakin did tell me that he was the person who destroyed the droid control ship.

I am very proud of my son! Yes, but I do not want him in space again for a very long time, and definately not in a battle!

I'm very sorry to hear that Qui-Gon did not make it. I really trusted him with Ani. But what will happen to him now? I understand that the Council refused to have Anakin trained as a Jedi. My poor little Ani! He must be so disappointed. Is there a job that you could give him on Naboo? I do not want Anakin to be on his own out there in this galaxy. He is only 9 years old! I would be so grateful if you could find a place for Anakin there on Naboo. At least I would know that he would be safe.

It would have been nice to honor Qui-Gon's memory at his funeral. Let me know how it goes.

An awards ceremony sounds so wonderful! I wish I could be there for Anakin. But you are there for him. Watch over him for me. I asked Qui-Gon to watch over him, but now I must pass that role onto you.

I must go now.

Shmi