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Del slept in a little. All the men were shocked. They were sure they were going to rescue the village and get rid of the seps today. When she did get up Don asked her about it.
"No, our scout is going to figure out what the situation is."
"But no one is gone."
"I didn't mean a troop. They only person that could blend in with Togruta IS a Togruta."
"You sent the village boys out?"
"No, they're from the wrong tribe. They markings would give them away. Have you forgotten that Shaak is a Ti?"
"Yeah, I did."
Del smiled, "She should be back soon."
"Will she be able to escape?"
"Of course she will, she's a Jedi." Don wondered off to talk with Alpha and everyone else busied themselves with something. Del noticed that Fire'sspray was talking with Jarvo about planets and how beautiful Shili was.
"It is beautiful isn't it. It's a shame we don't have time to stay longer."
Del turned to address the person next to her, "You want to meet an Akul?"
"No, but you have to admit Coruscant isn't even close to this. It's all... metal, nothing real."
"So, what did you find out? Other than you miss your home planet."
Shaak smiled, "There is a human guard every five minutes that checks to make sure no one has different has entered."
"What about escaping?" Don and Alpha walked up and listened silently.
"Impossible, they would notice if people started disappearing. We could get one or two families out before they noticed but then... They would tighten security."
"What if you sneak in?"
"That's not a bad idea."
"You could take out the guard and one of our men could take his place."
"Then we could slowly move our people up into the village."
"While some of us sneak around to the other side and climb up."
"Then we could surround the city and take out the guards one by one."
"It's brilliant!"
"Except one thing," everyone turned to look at Alpha. "We aren't very good at rock climbing."
"I know of a few of my boys that can climb well. I'll take them around the back."
"The rest of the men and I can take the village," Shaak said.
"Why don't we attack at noon?" Don suggested. "They won't be as likely to notice us."
"Good idea, I'll get my men."
"I'll tell mine they're switching Generals for this attack." Del walked over tell her men. A few of them weren't happy but they said they would behave.
"Good, I'll hold you to your word. Grate, how's your arm feeling?"
"Good, Del."
"Think you can climb?"
"Yes, sir."
"Good, Grate, Fletcher, Fuz, Valve, and Canto, you're coming with Fire'sspray me. The rest of you behave and listen to Shaak's orders. Alright, you are dismissed." They went over to Shaak and she explained what each of them would be doing. Then she gave Del the start going sign. Del in turn gave her small group the move out sign. They headed for the other side of the city. The back of the city was on a cliff and they were going to climb it. They climbed with caution and soon reached the top. Fire'sspray climbed ahead and slipped into the city. Her job was to warn the citizens of the city that a battle was coming and to get inside. She was gone for a while and then returned and waited for the signal. Del was starting to feel hot sitting here. Shaak had hopefully taken the city by now. Where was the signal? They waited for a few more minutes before the she heard the signal.
"Alright men, let's roll!" They attacked the droids from behind and made their way toward Shaak and her group. Del met up with Shaak and split off from the rest of the group. Fire'sspray was in command of the men while they captured the leaders. She was determined not to get killed or let anyone else get killed. Del and Shaak ran to the building where the leaders were. Del found a vent on the side that they could climb though. She removed the grate and slipped in. She reached out with the force and found where they were. Shaak followed her to the room that they were in. It was just as Shaak had thought; they were holding Princess Zaa Vashee captive. Zaa's teeth were bared with her sharp k9s protruding.
"You won't get away with this."
"But I will, you see they can fight all they want but they won't risk harming you. I will still be in control of this planet when all is said and done. No one can rescue you without either you or them dying."
Del's eyes narrowed until they were slits. She signaled Shaak that they had to move fast. Shaak slipped her lightsaber into her hand and Del did the same. Then they silently removed the grate. On the count of three; one, two, three! They both jumped and he fired toward Zaa. Shaak jumped in front of it and Del overpowered him.
"You won't win."
"But I have," he gloated.
"Really? Care to explain how?"
"I shot her!" He pointed at Shaak who was sitting on the floor.
Shaak stood, "You shot me. But only in the arm." Del couldn't help but smile at his expression.
"I don't believe that is enough to kill anyone." Shaak cut the Princess's bonds. Princess Zaa laughed at Del's statement.
"Well said. I don't think I could have said it better myself. The rest of my people; are they alright?" Del nudged the prisoner toward the door and he walked out sullenly.
"See for yourself," Shaak said. Togruta were milling about, staring at the clones. They looked ill at ease. Alpha watched them like he thought they would pounce. Don grinned when he saw them.
"You're in one piece. I must say, I half expected one of you to end up in pieces."
Del smiled, "She's the only one that's hurt. She isn't very careful. I would know, after all, I trained under her." Shaak grabbed her lightsaber and threw at Del's head. Del ducked and the lightsaber almost hit the ground. Instead it flew into Don's hand. Del and Shaak exchanged a look and then stared at Don.
"You may want to keep this General Ti. After all, you never know when she may attack you."
Shaak got over her surprise, "Of course. She's such a dangerous Jedi. I think they should lock her up."
"Oh please, most of the council already thinks that."
"Then why haven't you been locked up?"
"Then they wouldn't have anyone other than Skywalker to go on suicide missions." Shaak laughed and Del joined her.
"I should probably get my men back to the Caiden."
"So soon?" Princess Zaa asked.
"I have injured men. They need to be taken care of. I'd love to stay planet-side but I'm pretty sure the council will a report rather soon," Del stuck out her tongue.
Shaak smiled, "I have the oddest feeling that the council is going to send you on another mission as soon as you report. I have to say I'm going to miss you."
"If you want Shaak, I can take your troops back with me and you can stay a little longer."
Shaak's eyes darted toward the where the Ti tribe was. "Thanks Del. I'll be there soon."
"You're welcome," Del whistled. "Alright boys, time to get back to the Caiden." Some groaned and others cheered. But they all headed back with Del and Fire'sspray. Shaak smiled at Del's retreating form and then headed to the Ti tribe.
