Okay- here is a short post; but, it unfortunately doesn't have any H/L interaction, but is necessary to the set up of the idea I have planned...
Mon Mothma was adamant in her stance that the complete parameters of this mission need not be revealed to Leia Organa. In her eyes, the mission was actually two separate parts and its success was not dependant upon Leia being burdened with every detail. Poor child carried enough burdens. Most were self imposed. And Force knows, she still wasn't altogether well. If she regressed much further, Mon knew she would have to "persuade" Leia to re-start her therapy sessions. If only her mind would heal the way her body did. She was strong, but Mon feared one day she would break. Truthfully, she really didn't think that Leia should participate in any more missions; they had a tendency not to stay diplomatic. But characteristically, Leia often argued that she needed to stay actively involved. She insisted that it gave her a sense of purpose and kept her mind off "other things". If fact, Leia even suggested that she should be doing much more.
"Carl, informing her of the distress signal is not wise."
General Carlist Rieeken normally held Mon's opinion to be the best course of action. But, this was not one of those times.
"I don't think we should withhold this type of information from the Princess. I don't think deception is wise in this matter. We never leave her out of the important decisions and I don't believe we should start now. She will handle it. We owe her that much respect."
"It's not a matter of respect. I want to protect her from any further pain and disappointment. No need to alarm her until we have more information. This situation is different. I must insist on this occasion Carl."
Though Carlist disagreed, he nodded to assure Mon Mothma that he would comply with her wish. But he would do so reluctantly.