"Hi, you're watching, 'Question Corner' and I'm your host, Kale." I said. Wearing a white dress that came in on the waist, flared from the hips, and had a black silhouette pattern across the hemming. As nice as it was, I felt bad Mini that fussed over this for two hours when I really wouldn't of minded jeans and a turtleneck, but she insisted. She technically quit after the Hondo incident, but after hearing of our upcoming guest she practically begged for her old job back.

According to her, she always had this fantasy of meeting a queen, and Padme was the closest she'd ever get to that. So that's how we were re-awarded with our old set designer, although she took on my wardrobe planning without asking. This bothers me a little; considering she was born in her three-inch, high heels and I was born in comfort shoes. Even with that evident, I still wobbled here to stand up straight in my own pair of glorified stilts.

"We're glad to have all of your questions in and now our guest, Senator Padme Amidala!" The crowd clapped in delight as Padme came on stage. A flush streaking across her cheeks as the adorning fans called out praise. To make Senator Amidala blush wasn't as hard as I once thought. She always wore elegance in her apparel and now was no less different. Her hair was done in the back as a fishtail braid and a silver band adorned her forehead. She wore a dark, blue dress that grazed the floor when she walked and a black, high-collar. We shook hands and sat down. I tried to hide my ease of pain when my legs didn't have to support themselves anymore, but when I grasped the arm of the chair eagerly for help I think I got some lopsided chuckles from backstage. I wouldn't be surprised if Macy wasn't the only one who had her hand in giving me these shoes. When I crossed my legs I noted that she tucked her ankle behind the other one and hesitantly changed my form. I said, "Thank you for coming on the show, Senator Amidala."

"No, thank you," she spoke in a soft tone, "This is an honor."

"Well, I must say, everyone's thrilled to have you on." I gestured to the stack of cards, "We have gotten tones of questions for you, and that was with the rule of two questions per person."

"Really?"

"Really. Would you like to start?"

"I'd love to."

Pleased, I slipped the deck off the table and read off the first question, "From 'Ahsokatano191'. 'Where is your favorite place on Naboo?'"

"Oh," She pondered on this for an instant "That changes every now and again. I love the lake district, always, but my favorite place used to be this little island I'd swim to as a child and lay on the sand all day long."

"And now?"

"Well, now I picnic at this place with waterfalls pouring down behind a green field. It's beautiful; especially in the late afternoon."

"That sounds beautiful." I said, grabbing my next card, "'Dark Star' asks, 'What is your personal opinion of the senate?"

"I'm not permitted to speak in personal terms of the senate. I apologize."

"That's alright," I assured, "She wrote that she didn't mind if you couldn't answer it." I then went on, "'AgentEcho' asks, 'Do you miss being queen?'"

She replied, "Being Queen of Naboo was an honor, but working as a politician is becoming more of a challenge."

"'Jedi-TARDIS-Chick101' says, 'There have been rumors that Rush Clovis survived the ordeal on Cato Neimoidia. What are your thoughts on this?"

Padme sighed, "I was disappointed in what Rush Clovis did, and it hurts to say thinking he died on Cato Neimoidio had its easment. He couldn't be a harm to the Republic anymore, but if he is alive I hope that he's reconsider his decision."

I passed to her a black case with a bow on top and explained, "This is also from 'Jedi-TARDIS-Chick101'." Grasping the small box, Padme pulled off the lid and upon looking inside she gasped. "Thank you." Pulling out the locket necklace by it's clasp and laying the heart shape in the palm of her hand; she read the engraving on the back aloud, "Show the Republic what a single voice can do. Stay strong." Admiring the piece, she praised, "This is so sweet! Thank you."

Smiling, I went on, "'Emerald the Warrior Princess' asks, 'What are your thoughts on Ahsoka leaving the Jedi Order?'"

Putting the gift back in its box, she placed both hands over the container and slumped her shoulders, "I can sympathize as to why she did it. Ahsoka's a very brave and independent woman, and she grew up there. She told me that she thought she could trust the Order, but when you are betrayed by people who have raised you since you were young?" she released a sigh as she shook her head, "Things in your life get fuzzy. They were Ahsoka's cornerstone in her beliefs and disbeliefs, so now she's trying to find out for herself what's true."

"Have you made any contact with her since she last left?"

"No," she shook her head, "She hasn't made any attempts to make contact with anyone and we respect that."

"I agree." I concurred as I pulled out another card, "Here's a similar by 'Sithlord8665' says, 'What is your reaction to Ahsoka leaving?'"

"I was shocked." she said; re-looping her earlier statement.

"Alright, on an alternate note, 'Dark Star' says, 'Did you know that Lux Bonteri was fighting on Onderon?'"

"No." she replied, "I wasn't aware of that until General Skywalker informed me after he returned from the planet."

"He talked to you?" I raised a brow, flashing a lopsided grin to the audience.

"Well...yes. He knew about my close ties to the Bonteri family and mentioned it to me."

I wasn't willing to push a secret out of her and drew out another question from the deck, "Seems fair. This is also for you." I put out small box in my hand and held it out for her to reach. When she had it she opened it held up the bracelet with green and red beads, "I love it! Especially the teddy bear." she grazed her thumb over the silver charm in the middle. "You guys are so sweet for doing this. I mean, really, this is too much."

"I must say," I stated, "silver is definitely loved among the people. But we actually have a question involving a piece of jewelry you wore. 'From, 'captainrexbest35', 'What was your reaction when the Clones presented you with the necklace you wore when you spied on Senator Rush Clovis?'"

Thumbing the bracelet in one hand as she mulled out the inquiry, she answered, "Originally, I wasn't allowed to talk about it, but considering the mission is no longer a secret, I don't see why not. That necklace was a fail-safe, basically. On the back of piece was a poison pill, created by a Wasber bug deep in the jungles of Tenupe. I remember the name and origin because I was only drilled on the consequences of taking it for two hours." she sighed, "There wasn't much need in using it, though, considering Clovis's clients already did the job for me. But as to my reaction, I was pretty neutral upon receiving it."

"Wow," I gaped, "Do you still have that necklace?"

"It was promptly taken away after I returned."

"Well then," I dramatically shivered, "remind me never borrow jewelry from you. 'Ahsokatano191' asks, 'What do you think of Lux Bonteri becoming Senator of Onderon?'"

"I think he'll do fine. He's Mina Bonteri's son after all, so I have no doubt in his skill towards the political career." she smiled, "And I think his mother would be proud of his choice."

"'Agent Echo' asks, 'Is senate life easy during war-time?'" I added, "Maybe, even give Lux a little heads up in what he should expect."

Padme chuckled at this. "I'd tell him to carry a well-concealed weapon with him at all times. But all claims reserved, politics is not easy for anyone, especially at war-time."

"'Weathergirl17248' asks, 'What's it like working with Jar-Jar?'"

Upon hearing this, she laughed, "It's always an adventure working with Senator Binks."

"As a Christmas present, she wants you to have this." I handed her the red and white candy cane and she thanked her for it. "This is so sweet of you. Thank you."

Amusingly, I stated, "I think candy canes are beginning to become a trade mark here at Christmas time."

"And lastly, by 'captainrexbest35', 'What was the scariest moment you've ever faced?"

"The battle of Geonosis wasn't very kind." she pondered, "Being fed to an animal for sport isn't one of my strong suits."

"You didn't look scared."

"Maybe, but I was." she gestured to her back, "I still have the scares from that creature."

"Well, no one can question your bravery." I said, before turning to the audience and announcing, "Before we end our, we have our comedy act, 2-2-7 to welcome!" The people clapped as the curtain raised and 2-2-7 stepped up to the mic; wearing a green, metal, bow tie.

"Hey, guys! Have I got a joke for you!" He pulled out a card and began, "You've been drinking too much coffee when...

Your eyes stay open when you sneeze.
You can take a picture of yourself from ten feet away without using the timer.
You lick your coffeepot clean.
You've built a miniature city out of little plastic stirrers.
People get dizzy just watching you.
Instant coffee takes too long.
You want to be cremated just so you can spend the rest of eternity in a coffee can.
You go to sleep just so you can wake up and smell the coffee.
You're offended when people use the word "brew" to mean beer.
You name your cats "Cream" and "Sugar."
Your lips are permanently stuck in the sipping position.
You can outlast the Energizer bunny.
You don't even wait for the water to boil anymore.
You introduce your spouse as your "Coffee-mate."
You think CPR stands for "Coffee Provides Resuscitation."

"Merry Christmas!" He yelled, after he finished and left the army of people laughing.

Right then, I stood up and clapped. "That was great. Thank you, 2-2-7. Now, before the show ends," I gestured Padme Amidala to stand as well, "we have a couple of requests to complete. Let me introduce Dark Star, Sithlord8665, and Mini our set designer!" There was a cluster of cheers as the three came on set. Sithlord wearing an owl, dress sweater that came to her knees, blue legging, and her hair was done up in a messy bun complete a geek-chic mood. I wrapped an arm around her and said, "This is Sithlord and she gave you the candy cane, but would love to have a hug in return."

"I'd love to hug." She opened her arms and Sithlord held back a squeal as she ran up to hug the renowned Senator. Afterwards coming back to stand a feet by me. Next, Dark Star came up beside me; her black hair and amethyst colored highlights done up in curls. I said, "This is Dark Star, who gave you the bracelet and would also like a hug."

Smiling, Padme nodded and the two hugged, but pulling back and shaking her hand as Dark Star said, "You really are my role-model. I mean, you are an amazing fighter and politician."

"Thank you." she chuckled, as she shook her hand back, "You're so sweet."

When Dark Star came back to me, I went to announce Mini when she zoomed passed me and halted in front of Senator Amidala. Giving a quick curtsy in her formal, red dress, but she tittered a little in mid stance. She blurted, "It's a pleasure to meet you, your majesty." Mentally, I face-palmed. This is not going to look good on the replay.

"I'm your biggest fan." She beamed, "Can I have a hug? Or may I have a hug?"

A little hesitant, she barely had a chance to say yes before Mini clung to her for dear life. "Oh, okay." Padme gawked at the blonde woman and then up at me, "Well, that happened."

Embarrassed, I clambered to scrape Mini off the poor woman's caving ribcage. When I did, I pulled her behind me and whispered over my should for her to go stand with the other girls. Watching her frantically wave goodbye to the Senator as she left, I whipped around with a sheepish grin, "I'm so sorry, Senator Amidala." I shook her hand and noted her shortness of breath when she replied, "It's fine."

"Thank you for coming on our show." I lowered my voice when I asked, "Would you like an ice pack before you go? It might help."

"I don't know..." Her eyes barely switched between Mini and I, but I caught the movement within the second and laughed outright, "I promise, she wouldn't get it for you." I patted her shoulder and had Ashley lead the Senator and the girls off stage.

Right then, I turn to our audience and say, "That's the last of this week's 'Question Corner', but stay tuned. You remember Halloween and how we managed to bring Krell back on set? Well, Christmas Miracles do happen and our next guest is Satine Kryze. Duchess of Mandalore!" The crowd cheered at this, "Keep it mind, it's very dangerous bringing a person back from permanent script," I muttered to myself, "and extremely expensive, at that." before clasping my hand together and taking my voice back up to volume, "She can be kept for an estimate of an hour before certain events start to alternate from their original forms."

"You know the rules: 2 questions per person, M-rated inquiries aren't allowed, and please check out the reviews to make sure your question hasn't already been asked. Merry Christmas!"

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