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The film continued as Sith and Jedi alike became more and more interested in the plot. But, as there is debate between normal movie goers (TLJ), there is debate between Sith and Jedi's ideologies also.
"You do not understand; the Republic's glory days are over. It must fall!" said Count Dooku as he furiously talked about how separatist rule would bring peace.
"You forget Count that the Separatists are run by greedy Company owners like the trade federation. They would only bring destruction and poverty to people all over the galaxy," said Obi-Wan, his face filled with concern.
Count Dooku groaned at this. "Greedy investors are better then the corrupt senate you have at the moment!"
"Would you all just shaddap!" shouted Han. "We have a future to watch here". Chewy growled in agreeance.
Reluctantly Obi-Wan and Count Dooku's heads turned back to the screen.
PADMÉ
Thank you, Master Yoda. Do you
have any idea who was behind
the attack?
MACE WINDU
Our intelligence points to
disgruntled spice miners, on
the moons of Naboo.
At this Dooku Chuckled.
"What is he hiding?" Anakin thought.
PADMÉ
I don't wish to disagree but I
think that Count Dooku was behind
it.
Luke looked up in surprise. Count Dooku? He thought. Count Dooku looks like more of a poitical idealist. He doesn't look like a murderer.
MACE WINDU
You know, M'Lady, Count Dooku
was once a Jedi. He wouldn't
assassinate anyone, it is not in
his character.
KI-ADI-MUNDI
He is a political idealist, not
a murderer.
YODA
In dark times nothing is what it
appears to be, but the fact remains
Senator, in grave danger you are.
"Yes", said Leia. "Whoever tried assassinating you Padme, will want to come back for more. This is definitely the safest option."
"Why I said it, I did," said Yoda plainly.
PALPATINE gets up, walks to the window, and looks out at the vast city.
PALPATINE
Count Dooku has always avoided
any kind of conflict. It appears
he has no desire to start a war.
Why would he kill you? To what end?
PADMÉ
I don't know, but everything in my
being tells me he was behind it...
After gazing out of the window for several moments Palpatine turns to
Mace.
PALPATINE
Master Jedi, may I suggest that
the Senator be placed under the
protection of your graces.
"Definitely a good idea," said Leia.
BAIL ORGANA
Do you think that is a wise use
of manpower during these stressful
times?
"Yes! Important people need to be protected. Especially ones that can sway a crowd with ease." Said Leia, before realising that the person who had just spoke was her father. "Wait that's my Dad!" she said. "I didn't know he was a senator!"
PADMÉ
Chancellor, if I may comment, I
do not believe the...
PALPATINE
..."situation is that serious."
No, but I do, Senator.
"Hmmmm… Smart man." Said Luke
PADMÉ
Chancellor, please! I don't want
any more guards!
PALPATINE
I realise all too well that
additional security might be
disruptive for you, but perhaps
someone you are familiar with... an
old friend like... Master Kenobi...
PALPATINE nods to MACE WINDU, who nods back.
MACE WINDU
That's possible. He has just
returned from a Border dispute on
Ansion.
"That was a tough mission," said Anakin.
"Yes, I don't think I'll be wanting to go back there for a while!" said Obi-Wan
PALPATINE
You must remember him, M'Lady...
he watched over you during the
blockade conflict.
PADMÉ
This is not necessary, Chancellor.
PALPATINE
Do it for me, M'Lady, please. I
will rest easier. We had a big
scare today. The thought of
losing you is unbearable.
"This Guy has a way with words," exclaimed Han
"You learn to deal with it," said Padme.
AMIDALA sighs as the JEDI get up to leave.
MACE WINDU
I will have Obi-Wan report to you
immediately, M'Lady.
YODA leans into her ear.
YODA
Too little about yourself you
worry, Senator, and too much about
politics. Be mindful of your
danger, Padmé. Accept our help.
As the JEDI leave the office, PALPATINE continues to pace behind his desk.
PALPATINE
I will not like this Republic, that
has stood for over a thousand
years, be split in two
EXT. SENATE APARTMENTS - TWILIGHT
A graceful skyscraper twinkles in the evening light of Coruscant.
INT. SENATE BUILDING, APARTMENT CORRIDOR - EVENING
The door to the apartment slides open. JAR JAR walks into the corridor, where TWO JEDI are exiting the elevator.
"So this is where we would have been, had you all not mysteriously appeared in our elevator," said Anakin.
JAR JAR recognises OBI-WAN and becomes extremely excited, jumping around, shaking his hand.
JAR JAR
Obi! Obi! Obi! Mesa sooo smilen
to see'en yousa. Wahoooooo!
"What the fu*k who is this guy?" said Han.
"That's Jar Jar," said a very amused Obi-Wan. "You learn to live with how annoying he is."
OBI-WAN smiles.
OBI-WAN
It's Good to see you, too, Jar Jar.
"Good?" questioned Han.
"You always have to stay polite," responded Obi-Wan.
JAR JAR
Oops! Wheresa mesa manners?
Excuse me, Master Obi-Wan. I
completely forgot myself for
a moment there. I have had to learn
Diplodiaclect... speak it like a
native now. Don't really see the
point, actually, but members of
the Senate seem to prefer it...
JAR JAR notices OBI-WAN'S APPRENTICE.
JAR JAR
(continuing)
...and this, I take it, is your
apprentice... Nooooooooo! Annie?
Noooooooo! Little Bitty Annie?
(Looks at Anakin)
Nooooooo! Yousa so biggen!
Yiyiyiyyi! Annie! Mesa no
believen.
Half the people in the room burst out laughing at this. Even the Count cracked a smile.
Han, still recovering from laughing said "Little Bitty Annie?" He burst out into laughter again. Anakin had a very red face.
ANAKIN
Hi, Jar Jar.
JAR JAR grabs hold of ANAKIN and envelops him in a big hug.
JAR JAR
Annie! Annie! Yiyiyiyiyiyiiii!
INT. SENATE BUILDING, APARTMENT - EVENING
PADME is in a conference with CAPTAIN TYPHO and DORME. JAR JAR enters the room, followed by the TWO JEDI.
JAR JAR
Lookie... lookie... Oops!... Oh,
dear, I'm afraid I've forgotten
myself again.
PADME and TYPHO rise as OBI-WAN and ANAKIN stop before the SENATOR. OBI-WAN steps forward. ANAKIN stares at PADME. She glances at him.
"Anakin that's a very creepy look you're giving Padme," said Leia.
Anakin's face was so red it looked like it might've exploded. Padme's was even worse.
OBI-WAN
It's a great pleasure to see you again,
M'Lady.
PADMÉ
It has been far too long Master
Kenobi. I'm so glad our paths
have crossed again... but I must
warn you that I think your
presence here is unnecessary.
OBI-WAN
I'm sure the Jedi Council have
their reasons.
She moves in front of ANAKIN
PADMÉ
Annie?
(stares)
My goodness you've grown.
They look at each other for a long moment.
ANAKIN
(trying to be smooth)
So have you... grown more
beautiful, I mean... and much
shorter... for a Senator, I mean.
"Very smooth," said Han. He looked like he was going to start laughing again. Anakin's face remained as hot as the sun's surface.
OBI-WAN looks disapprovingly at his apprentice. PADME laughs and shakes her head.
PADMÉ
Oh Annie, you'll always be that
little boy I knew on Tatooine.
This embarrasses ANAKIN, and he looks down. OBI-WAN and CAPTAIN TYPHO smile.
OBI-WAN
Our presence will be invisible,
M'Lady.
CAPTAIN TYPHO
I am very grateful you are here,
Master Kenobi. The situation is
more dangerous than the Senator
will admit.
PADMÉ
I don't need more security, I need
answers. I want to know who is
trying to kill me.
OBI-WAN
(frowning)
We're here to protect you
Senator, not to start an
investigation.
ANAKIN
We will find out who is trying to
kill you Padmé, I promise you.
"Again, very smooth," said Han.
"I'm sorry Anakin, but that was super cringy," said Luke.
He's done it again. He bites his lip in frustration and shame. OBI-WAN gives ANAKIN a disapproving look.
OBI-WAN
We are not going to exceed our
mandate, my young Padawan learner.
"Yes, much to learn Skywalker has," said Yoda.
ANAKIN
I meant in the interest of
protecting her, Master, of course.
"Of course kid, of course," said Han.
OBI-WAN
We are not going through this
exercise again, Anakin. You will
pay attention to my lead.
ANAKIN
Why?
OBI-WAN
What?!
ANAKIN
Why else do you think we were
assigned to her, if not to find
the killer? Protection is a job
for local security... not Jedi.
It's overkill, Master.
Investigation is implied in our
mandate.
OBI-WAN
We will do as the Council has
instructed, and you will learn
your place, young one.
PADMÉ
Perhaps with merely your presence,
the mysteries surrounding this
threat will be revealed. Now if
you will excuse me I will retire.
"Very formal," said Luke.
"Well why not?" said Leia, getting a bit defensive of the friend she had recently made.
Everyone gives AMIDALA a slight bow as she and DORME leave the room.
CAPTAIN TYPHO
Well, I know I feel a lot better
having you here.
I'll have an officer on every
floor and I'll be at the command
centre downstairs.
JAR JAR
Mesa busten wit happiness seein
Yousa again, Annie. Deesa bad
times, bombad times.
Captain Typho leaves.
ANAKIN
She didn't even recognise me, Jar
Jar. I thought about her every
day since we parted... and she's
forgotten me completely.
"Oh, Anakin," said Padme. In truth she had thought about him a lot too, but didn't want to admit it in front of everyone in this room.
JAR JAR
Shesa happy. Happier den mesa
see-en her in longo time.
OBI-WAN
Anakin, you're focusing on the
Negative again. Be mindful of your
thoughts. She was glad to see us.
Now lets check the security here.
ANAKIN
Yes, my master.
"I hate this master mumbo-jumbo all Jedi and Sith seem to do"
All Jedi and Sith rolled their eyes at this comment.