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Chapter 2: 7 years ago Part 2

As the week progressed Mando fell into an almost daily routine. He would wake up as the Sun rose and get ready for his morning training with Star. After training, Star would cook breakfast for everyone and always brought Mando's breakfast to him. The rest of his day was spent either planning the attack on the nobleman or helping Star's dad with his chores. Then when night rolled around and the tavern was busy, Star would gather any new information. Meanwhile , Mando watched and memorized the body guard's movements. He would also scope out the noble man's base for access points and openings. Mando also learned and memorized Star's schedule. During his time helping Star's dad, Mando learned that the target had actually attacked Star one night when she was closing alone. Unfortunately for the noble, Papa heard him and gave him a broken nose. So Mando decided that he should stay close to Star as much as possible just in case he tries to make a move.

After their little brawl back in the forest, Star had nearly begged for Mando to train her. She stated that she had never met someone that kept her on her toes like he did. Mando thought to himself that a woman never made him feel the way she did. So, Mando agreed and found that Star was exceptionally skilled with not only a laser rifle, but a laser snipe and daggers as well. Their training regiment started with weapons training and always ended in a workout that built strength and stamina. The more they trained together and the more they worked together, the closer they got.

It was their third morning training, when the tides of their relationship start to change. Mando had noticed that Star was off her game today, she was letting him get moves in that she usually blocks. Star's vibe was different too, even though she took training seriously, she always found a way to make it fun. After a particularly lack luster boxing match, Mando decided that they needed to rest.

Star tossed Mando a bottle of water and Mando caught it with ease. She then took a sip of her own water and wiped some sweat from her brow. "I'm hitting the shower Mando. You can leave your sweaty armor on the table, I'll wash and shine it for you."

Mando grabbed a straw from the counter drawer and sipped on his drink. "Dont worry about it. I can clean it."

Star looked directly at him, "It really is no big deal Mando. After all you've done for my family, for my planet." Star paused and placed her hand on top of his gloved one."For me. It's the least I could do."

Mando looked at the hand on top of his and then at the way her cheeks had turned pink against her tan skin. He felt the clinching in his heart again, and he gently moved his hand from hers. "I haven't done anything yet. You can thank me after the target is dealt with. I'm going back to my room." Mando stood to leave but stopped when Star held his hand again. "Mando, don't go away so quickly."

Mando turned and looked at her, this time not letting go of her hand. "What's wrong? Your not yourself today."

Star start drawing circles on the palm of his hand, "Today is the anniversary of my mom's death. Which is also my little brother's birthday." Star looked up at Mando, and Mando could tell she was holding back tears. "So today, I get to be sad about my mom but I can't show it because I have to be happy and excited for my baby brother. So, dont go. Stay with me today Mando." Star was looking at Mando with pleading eyes.

Mando buckled under the stare. "Okay." After a moment he began to take off his armor, except for his helmet. "We can shine and clean them together."

Star's mood seemed to lift immediately and she gave him a smile that Mando would do anything to see again.

As they worked on his armor, Mando thought for a moment and said, "I lost my mom too. I lost both of my parents."

Star looked at him and then, suddenly, have him a hug. Mando froze but Star didn't let go. "I know its probably been a long time since you have had physical contact from someone not trying to kill you. I also know it was probably hard sharing that with me." Star hugged him tighter, "Thank you."

Star was right, it had been awhile and Mando forgot how nice a hug could be or how nice opening up could feel. And when he felt Star begin to cry he hugged her back.

After the tears had left Star's system, she stood up and examined their work. Ince satisfied, she let out a breath and composed herself. "Okay, enough sappy, emotional stuff. We got to hit the showers and we have a five year old birthday party to set up."

"Birthday party?"

Star gave him a devilish smile, " Oh yes Mando. And guess who's going to be our main attraction?" She trailed her hand along his chest. "You."

Mando stood and gathered up his armor, "No." Star ran in front of Mando before he could disappear into the showers. "Oh come on Mando, my brother adores you. All you have to do is go in there and do some cool tricks. Their five and four year old children, they are easily entertained."

Mando crossed his arms in front of his chest, "I am a Mandalorian. Weapons are part of my religion, they are not for entertainment." Star copied his stance and looked him up and down, "If you dont do this, you will make my brother cry." She then walked up to Mando so that she was more inches from his helmeted face. "Plus if you do this, you can have free drinks for ever. And I can negotiate to get you some fuel for a very low price."

Mando considered this, fuel was getting expensive plus free drinks never hurt. He sighed in defeat and Star jumped him with another hug. "Oh thank you so much Mando."

Mando was dressed and already downstairs enjoying some coffee when Star and her brother came down the stairs. Mando nearly choked on his drink when he saw Star, it was the first time she had seen her dressed up. Usually she wore a a loose shirt with leggings, but today she wore a dark red skin tight jumpsuit The jumpsuit showed off her curves in the best ways and had an opening in the back that stopped a few inches above her butt. Her curls fell delicately down her back and shoulders. Her little brother wore the same colors but in a loose red shirt and black pants.

Mando stood from his seat and walked up to the pair. "You look nice." Star grinned and gave a little spin, "I'm glad you like it Mando. Red is both Leon and I's favorite color so I had to be sure to wear it. Plus, the town leader's family is gonna be here so I gotta dress up."

Leon tugged on her hand and looked at Mando. Star nudged him forward and Leon said in a shy voice, "Can you show me your flamethrower?"

Mando tilted his head and looked at Star, she just shrugged. Mando sighed, "Okay." A large grin spread across Leon's face, yelled out a yay,and ran out to the backyard with Mando closely behind him. With Mando occupying her brother with his flamethrower, Star set to work decorating the house and backyard. With the help of Mando and Papa, the house was ready in time for the guests. The guests began to pile in at around 4:00 holding gifts and dishes of food.

For the next two hours, Mando was subjected to the endless curiosity and wonderment of small children. Star was busy with making conversations and passing out trays of food to the guests and Papa was busy drinking and eating with his buddies. Star gave Mando an apologetic look as a particularly energetic crowd of children bombarded him with questions and requests.

Around 6 pm, Star gathered everyone into the dining room and informed the guest that it was time for cake and presents. Star then walked into the kitchen and carried out a 4 tiered cake decorated in red and blue frosting. It had 5 candles at the very top and as she lit the candles, Mando dinmed the lights. Star brought Leon front and center and everyone sang happy birthday. Papa then picked up Leon so he could reach the candles and told him to blow out the candles and make a wish. When Leon did that, everyone cheered and proceeded with give Leon his gifts.

After cake the party began to die down and people began to take their leave and by 8, everyone had left. Papa took a tired Leon upstairs to bed and left Star and Mando to clean up. "Thanks for today. I really appreciate it." She placed her hand on Mando's chest plate and traced the different carbon scarring and indentations. Her other hand touched the side of his helmet. Mand brought his hand to the hand on his helmet, "Star-" Star cut him off and said softly but firmly, "Dont. Dont you push me away Mando. I know you feel our connection."

Mando was stunned but said softly, "I am not good for you. My life, my past, you dont deserve that." Star scoffed, "Your a bounty hunter and you have a reputation. I knew that when I trusted you, when I let you in. Dont give me that I'm too much trouble bullshit. I can handle myself and you know that. Whatever shit you did in the past was in the past. And if shit from the past resurfaces, then we will tackle them together."

Mando was about to argue again when Star pressed her body against his and press a kiss against his helmet. Mando stiffened, then relaxed, bringing her closer to him. Star let out a breath she didn't know she was holding as she rested her head on his shoulder. They stayed like that for a minute, and in that minute it was like the world disappeared, leaving just them.

Ever since their moment after the party, Star and Mando stayed by each others side as much as possible. The locals and regulars at the tavern soon grew use to the notion that whereever Star was, Mando was.

After that night, Star grew courageous with the ways she would tease Mando, especially when they were alone during training. Star always found different ways to break Mando's resolve with the way she would move, by the way she would talk, and how she dressed. It the Friday morning, and tonight was the night they were taking the noble down. Star had managed to pin Mando down and was straddling him. She ran her hands up and down his armored chest, "Promise me something Mando. Make sure you visit me whenever your in this region of space or even when your not."

Mando ran his hands up and down her tights covered thighs, "I think I can manage that but I wont promise. It would be unwise to promise anything in my line of work."

Star tilted her head as if in thought then said, "Mando. After we take down the target, I want to make love to you. I want you Mando." "Alright-" Mando then flipped Star on her back and lowered himself so that his face was mere inches from hers,"Im in."

After a quick shower, Mando, Star, Papa, and a small group of loyal friends sat at the dining table. Mando sat at the head of the table, "Lets go over the plan again. If we are going to take out the target it has to be tonight or we have to wait a whole other week. When he arrives tonight with his bodyguards, Star will get the target alone." Mando pointed to the three friends, "You three will keep the bodyguards distracted as Star works her magic. Star will offer him a private meeting where I'll be waiting for him." Mando then gestured towards Papa. "Once we take him out, we will give Papa the signal to infiltrate the cabin. We have people on the inside that should assist Papa and his group to take out anyone still loyal to the target."

Star smirked and siped her glass of Spotchka, "Once we take out the straddlers, all of the scum and villainy will be wiped from our town."

As the time to attack grew closer, Star began to grow anxious. Anything could go wrong and she had to make sure it went right. The town needed this, the target had terrorized the town and neighboring villages using the local gangs. This was our chance to take to birds with one stone. Star was so distracted by her thoughts that she jumped when Mando knocked on the fram of her door. Mando walked up behind her and rested his hands on her shoulders. "Nervous?"

Star put her hands over his, "Yeah. Im just worried. Theres a lot at stake here." Mando gave her shoulders a reassuring squeeze and Star took a deep breath and let it out slow. "I'm okay now." Star turned to look at Mando and kissed the side of his helmet. "I'm going to take Leon and the other kids to the hideout. Meet you at the tavern." Mando watched as Star as she left and he couldn't help but let anxiety creep in.

Mando leaned against a back corner of the tavern that was easily obscured and had easy access to a private room. Star was doing her thing at the bar and did not show indication of what was about to go down. The target and his guards arrived right on cue and Mando watched as he made a beeline straight to the seat directly in front of Star.

"Star, baby. I've heard some rumors that got me worried. Maybe that another man has caught your eye." The target leaned forward on the bar. "Now you wouldn't go and break my heart like that would you."

Star gave him a smirk and put down the target's favorite drink. "Are you really worried about some rumors? You know your the only one to make me look twice."

The target out a throaty laugh and took a shot of his drink, "This is why I like you Star baby. Your not just a pretty face."

So Star proceeded to lull the target into a false since of security and filled him with drinks. Once the third drink was done, the target shooed away his guards and three other waitresses took them to booths. Once the guards were properly distracted by pretty faces and anesthetic laced drinks, Mando gave his signal and headed for the room. Star saw the signal and led the target to the private room.

Star sat him down on the booth, and said in a seductive tone, "Now relax and enjoy the show baby." She gave a sexy wink and Mando emerged from the darkness behind the target and wrapped a metal wire around his neck . The target made a move to get away but Star straddled him, pinned his arms, and covered his mouth to keep him from screaming. Mando dug the wire deep and into his throat til the Target stooped moving. Star slowly uncovered his mouth. She nodded to Mando and got off the target. Mando then covered the body.

After the target was eliminated, they left to help Papa and his crew take down the target's crew. They were victorious. After the victory, the whole town showed up at the tavern to celebrate with food and drinks. Once the crowds cleared, Star grabbed Mando's hand and half dragged him to her bedroom. Star pushed Mando on her bed and climbed on top of him and said in a sensual tone, "Dont worry about the helmet Mando. It turns me on." Mando grabbed her ass and she let out a giggle, "Call me Din."

Two days later, Din and company were loading up two taxi speeders with supplies and fuel. Star held his hands and fought back the tears threatening to breakthrough. "As soon as I drop off the asset and pick up my new mission, Ill be back." Star looked up at Din, "Remember to send a transmission as soon as you land on Nevarro. Also, visit as often as you can, you can always expect a free drink." Star then said in a low voice, "Plus, I want you to drive me crazy like you did last night." Mando wasnt one for public affection so when Papa and Leon werent looking he gave Star's butt a squeeze which landed him a playful on the arm.

So after they said there good byes, Din headed back for the razor crest.

Author's Note:

Okay that was an extremely long chapter. So in the next chapter, we will find out what happens to Star. Dont worry Baby Yoda will show up eventually.