Chapter 14: Future Jedi

The Jedi High Council chamber, once a place of solemn deliberations and decisions, stood silent as Anakin Skywalker, adorned in the traditional robes of the Order, entered with Leia cradled in his arms. Padme, with Luke, followed close by, alongside Obi-Wan.

The echoes of the past clung to the walls, but as Anakin closed his eyes, the Force whispered forgiveness and spoke of the younglings who now thrived, their dark memories erased.

Yoda: (clearing his throat, surprising Anakin with his tone) Sorry, we are, Anakin. Failed you, the Council did, letting darkness cloud our judgment.

Anakin opened his eyes, meeting Yoda's gaze, feeling the weight of the past dissipate with the old Master's apology.

Anakin: (nodding) Thank you, Master Yoda. We look to the future now.

The Council, including Mace Windu, nodded in silent agreement, acknowledging the path laid out by the Force and the changes to come.

Padme: (addressing the Council) Naboo stands ready to welcome the Jedi Order. Queen Jamillia agrees — the Order will find a vibrant home with us.

The Council surprised and humbled, accepted graciously, their faces softening at the prospect of a new beginning on a planet rich with life and the Force.

As Leia and Luke began to fuss, Anakin and Padme excused themselves, their departure watched by the Council with indulgent smiles.

Yoda, ever fond of children, approached the twins in his hover chair. Anakin and Padme crouched to meet the wise old Jedi at eye level.

Yoda: (touching Luke and Leia's heads, a twinkle in his eye) Strong in the Force, they are. Great things, they will accomplish.

Luke and Leia calmed under Yoda's touch, their bright eyes locking onto his with a sense of understanding that belied their age.

Yoda cackled, sensing the potential for mischief and greatness alike in the twins.

Yoda: (chuckling) Oh, trouble they will bring to their future master, yes.

Obi-Wan groaned playfully, imagining the challenges ahead with 2 more skywalker around.

Anakin: (laughing heartily) With you as their guide, Master Yoda, I'm sure they'll be ready for anything.

The room filled with laughter, a sound that signified healing and the hope of a new era for the Jedi — an era that would begin on the verdant fields of Naboo, under the watchful eyes of the Force.