The Grand Inquisitor leaves the meeting with the Emperor, making his way back to his ship in solitude. Once he is aboard and certain that no prying eyes or ears are nearby, he initiates an emergency transmission to an unknown recipient, keeping his message cryptic but filled with urgency.
Grand Inquisitor: (In hushed tones) It's time to act.
The recipient on the other end of the transmission remains shrouded in mystery, but the Inquisitor's words suggest that a plan, long in the making, is about to be set into motion. The galaxy stands on the precipice of change, and the actions of various shadowy forces will soon shape its destiny.
- Tatooine -
Amidst the quiet solitude of Tatooine's desert, Ahsoka Tano and Obi-Wan Kenobi meditate, their minds reaching out to the Force for guidance and peace. Meanwhile, Asajj Ventress wrestles with her own thoughts and motivations. She knows that this moment is a test of her resolve and loyalties. She thinks back to those she has lost—Mother Talzin, Quinlan Vos, and others—vowing to avenge their memory.
After a moment of reflection, Asajj puts her communication device back in her boot, her decision clear in her mind. She heads outside to join Ahsoka and Obi-Wan, both of whom sense her trepidation and approach with concern in their eyes.
Asajj Ventress: (Direct) We need to return to the Rebel fleet immediately. Vader is planning to attack them, and time is running out.
Ahsoka Tano and Obi-Wan Kenobi exchange glances, their connection with the Force confirming the urgency of Asajj's words.
