Inside the secret Imperial base at the heart of Naboo's moon, the atmosphere is thick with tension. The hidden base, guarded by hundreds of stormtroopers and sixty Praetorian guards, stands as one of the Empire's most closely guarded secrets. Above, in orbit around the moon, twenty imposing Imperial Star Destroyers silently loom, ready to defend this critical asset.

Emperor Palpatine, accompanied by Darth Vader, the Grand Inquisitor, Grand Moff Tarkin, and a mysterious cloaked figure, arrives at the heart of the base. A long, imposing table stretches out before them, and the Emperor takes his seat in a throne-like chair at the head of the table. The dark aura of the room is accentuated by the red glow of the holographic displays.

Emperor Palpatine: (With a sinister smile) Welcome, my loyal servants. We have gathered here today to address the questions that have arisen regarding our latest endeavour.

The cloaked figure remains shrouded in secrecy, its presence an enigma.

Emperor Palpatine: (Turning to Vader) Lord Vader, I trust you understand the importance of this meeting. Ensure that the guards secure this room and that there are no records of our discussion.

Darth Vader: (Nods) As you wish, my master.

Darth Vader signals to the guards, who move swiftly to secure the area, sealing off any potential eavesdroppers.

Emperor Palpatine: (Addressing the room) Now, each of you has questions. Questions about the project and its significance. I assure you, everything will become clear in due time. Speak your concerns.

Grand Inquisitor: (Curious) My concern, Emperor, is the secrecy surrounding this project. Why the need for such extreme measures?

Emperor Palpatine: (Cryptic) The need for secrecy is paramount, Inquisitor. The project's details are known only to a select few, and its completion will ensure our dominance over the galaxy.

Grand Moff Tarkin: (Intrigued) But what is the project's true purpose, Your Excellency?

Emperor Palpatine: (Leaning in) Tarkin, the project's purpose is simple—absolute control. It will grant us the means to crush the Rebellion and any who dare oppose us.

The cloaked figure remains silent, its presence ominous.

Emperor Palpatine: (Fixing his gaze on Vader) Lord Vader, you too must have questions.

Darth Vader: (Voice modulated) I seek only to serve your will, Emperor. The project's purpose is secondary to your desires.

Emperor Palpatine: (Satisfied) Wise words, Lord Vader.

The Emperor turns his attention to the mysterious cloaked figure in the room, urging them to reveal their identity.

Emperor Palpatine: Unmask yourself, and speak openly. There shall be no secrets here.

The figure slowly removes the hood of their cloak, revealing a face that shocks some of those in the room. It is Bastilla, some know her from studies into the ancient histories of the galaxy. Her eyes burn crimson, her face is pale and scarred, and her presence exudes a dark and malevolent energy.

Emperor Palpatine: This is Bastilla Shan, although, not the Batilla some of you know from your tutelages.

Bastilla Shan: (With an unsettling sneer of a smile) Indeed, Emperor. In my universe, I am the Sith Empress, not the Jedi of your history. I have transcended the boundaries of known existence.

Tarkin can't contain his disbelief and anger.

Grand Moff Tarkin: (Ridiculing) Emperor, are you truly so senile that you believe this nonsense? This is preposterous!

Tarkin's furious outburst prompts the Emperor to take action. With a mere gesture of his hand, he employs the Force to strangle Tarkin, who gasps for breath and falls lifeless to the floor. The High Inquisitor watches in silence, a stark reminder of the Emperor's power.

Emperor Palpatine: (Calmly) I will have no interruptions. Continue.

Bastilla Shan: (With a chilling calm) Very well. In my universe, I discovered an ancient Sith temple, one that predates any known to us. Within its depths, I found knowledge on how to bend the very fabric of the universe to one's will. I attempted to reshape the entire universe into my empire, but it went awry. I was disfigured, tormented, and I was expelled from my universe.

Darth Vader, ever inquisitive, seeks clarity.

Darth Vader: (Intense) What does this have to do with Project Eclipse?

Emperor Palpatine: (With a sinister smile) Ah, my friend, you will come to understand it all in due time. But for now, know this: Bastilla Shan and her knowledge are integral to Project Eclipse. It is the culmination of her efforts and my design, a project that will reshape the galaxy and the very essence of existence itself.

As the revelation sinks in, the room falls into a heavy silence.

Darth Vader, despite the powerful and intimidating presence of Bastilla Shan, remains resolute in his loyalty to the Emperor. He inquires about the nature of alternate universes and their implications for the ongoing war.

Darth Vader: (Inquisitive) If this Jedi is from another universe, are there many such universes? Could there be realities in which we are destined to lose this war? Is this one of those realities?

Before the Emperor can respond, Bastilla, fueled by anger and the dark side of the Force, uses her power to forcefully push Vader into a nearby wall, immobilizing him. Her crimson eyes blaze.

Bastilla Shan: (Furious) I am no Jedi! I am Sith, the embodiment of all the Sith that have come before me! The next time you dare to speak the words "Bastilla" and "Jedi" in the same sentence, cyborg, it will be the last time you speak at all.

The tension in the room escalates, and the atmosphere becomes charged with dark energy. However, the Emperor intervenes, rising suddenly and projecting an overwhelming aura of power that forces Bastilla, Vader, and the Grand Inquisitor to kneel before his might.

Emperor Palpatine: (Authoritative) Enough of this petty squabbling! Lord Vader, I will answer your questions, but time is running short. Go now and deal with your former apprentice, Ahsoka. Ensure that the Rebels remain unaware of the true nature of Project Eclipse until it is too late. Do what must be done.

As the Emperor's command reverberates through the room, Vader, still feeling the effects of Bastilla's Force push, departs to carry out his orders, leaving Bastilla and the Grand Inquisitor in the presence of the enigmatic Emperor Palpatine. The fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance as dark forces continue to shape its destiny.