Note 51

Senator Amidala,

I have been informed that there was another attempt on your life last night. Since you are now under the protection of the Jedi, the Jedi Council has ordered that you leave Coruscant and travel back to Naboo. Young Skywalker was sent by the Jedi Council to ask me to order an Executive Order for you to leave. Although I know that this not what you would wish, I have to agree with the Jedi Council's decision. I know it is disappointing for you to have to leave Coruscant even though the Military Creation Act has not taken place. I am sorry, Senator Amidala, but I must ask you to leave Coruscant.

I understand that Representative Binks is also on Coruscant. Might you ask him to fill in for you? He is also a member of the Loyalist Committee, and I have complete faith that he can help defeat the Military Creation Act. It is also possible that the vote can be pushed off until your arrival, but I can make no promises. I do hope that the person(s) responsible for these attempts on your life is caught and brought to justice.

I understand that Anakin Skywalker is to be taking over your personal protection. You will be in good hands. He is by far the most gifted Jedi I have ever met. Although I understand that it might be annoying for you to be stuck with young Skywalker, you should not have to wait long. Kenobi is an experienced Jedi, and he will catch those responsible quickly enough. Yes, let us hope that Master Kenobi will be free to serve the Republic in other capacities.

I do remember your friend Corde. I briefly met all of your handmaidens during your first term as Queen. Will a funeral service be held for her on Naboo? That would seem fitting.

Do let me know if you are safe. I hope that I do not hear of a third attempt on your life any time soon.

Also, Senator, remember that this is an Executive Order – you must leave Coruscant and go back to Naboo.

Supreme Chancellor Palpatine