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Iego, Inner Orbit
Obi-Wan looked at R4 and said, "Alright R4, it's time to begin landing procedures." R4 beeped merrily and did as instructed. After they landed Obi-Wan turned to R4 and said, "It may take me a while to find Jaybo, find somewhere to hide and recharge. I will contact you when I need you. Sleep well, my dear." R4 beeped and whirled before taking off and flying into the distance. Obi-Wan threw on his cloak and made his way through the city. He knew he had to keep a low profile. Even though the Jedi were responsible for freeing their world, people would still do things to make a quick buck. That included telling the Empire they had found a Jedi. He made his way through the town until he came upon a dive bar. This was your standard hole-in-the-wall establishment where you could buy information. He walked up to the bartender and said, "I'm looking for a specific individual by the name of Jaybo Hood. Have you seen him?"
The bartender was a trandoshan by the name of Balk Tenderskin. He growled and responded with, "I might know where to find a certain someone like that. What's the information worth to you, stranger?" Obi-Wan expected this and tossed several hundred credits at him. Balk caught them with ease and smiled. He looked at Obi-Wan and said, "Why our illustrious chief mechanic can be found in the Mayor's mansion. He is the city's chief mechanic and engineer." Obi-Wan smiled and said, "Thank you for the assistance." He walked out of the bar without another word. Balk raised a scaly eyebrow and scoffed before turning away, he knew that guy definitely wasn't from around these parts.
Mayor's Mansion, Iego
Obi-Wan reached the gates and was stopped by rifle-welding guards. The tallest one demanded, "What is your business here?" Obi-Wan smiled in a non-threatening manner and replied, "I am here to speak to Jaybo Hood. If you could tell him Obi-Wan Kenobi is here to see him, I would be grateful." One of the guards fixed Obi-Wan with a glare, while the tallest one got on the radio. After a few garbled messages back and forth, the guard let Obi-Wan past the gate and up to the large oak doors. He knocked to the tune of 'Shave and A Haircut, Two Bits'. Soon a butler showed up and said, "You must be Obi-Wan, please follow me. Mr. Hood is expecting you." Obi-Wan raised an eyebrow at the formality but followed the man nonetheless.
They came to a large office and the butler opened the doors. Obi-Wan walked in and saw Jaybo sitting at a desk. He was typing away on a holo-computer. Aside from Jaybo, there were several B-1 droids in the room. One was playing a soft melodic tone, another was holding a tray of refreshments, and the last was fanning Jaybo. Jaybo looked up and saw Obi-Wan, he immediately broke out into a grin. He walked over and said, "If it isn't one of the Jedi traitors himself, get over her you son of a bantha." He grabbed Obi-Wan in a warm hug. Obi-Wan returned it and asked, "Do you actually believe that I'm a traitor, Jaybo?" Jaybo laughed and replied, "Of course not, I knew Palpatine was full of shit the moment I heard his ridiculous speech. I have met a couple of Jedi in case you forgot. You are brave and noble, you helped save my planet from extinction. Whatever Palpatine has said is bullshit as far as I am concerned."
Obi-Wan was glad to see that others in the galaxy knew the truth. He hesitated and said, "You have done well for yourself and I see the droids are still serving you. You always seemed to have an incredible talent for all kinds of mechanical and programming work." Jaybo smiled at the praise and said, "Yeah, I knew this Empire would be bad news soon so I have built a small army of about 4000 Commando droids to defend Iego. I will not see my planet subjugated anymore. I will continue to build up an army and crush those Imperials if they ever come near here." Obi-Wan smiled at the teen's impulsive behavior, it might be just the thing they needed. He walked over to Jaybo and asked, "How would you like to take a more proactive role in pushing back the Empire?"
Jaybo was surprised and excited all at the same time. He thought for a minute and decided to ask for clarification, "What do you mean?" Obi-Wan smiled and said, "I would like to ask you to join the remaining Jedi so we can push back the Empire and get rid of this dark shadow that has taken hold over the galaxy. I am asking you for your help." Jaybo chuckled and said, "Well when you put it like that, I can't very well say no. The only thing left to ask is, what do you need?"
Obi-Wan shook Jaybo's hand and said, "We are currently trying to build up our army. Palpatine has found a way to turn the vast majority of our army against us. We are trying to rescue our former army and recruit as many people as we can. This new war will be fought in the air, in the sea, and on the ground. We need foot soldiers to fight this war. You would be helping us secure free planets. We will not be using droids to subsidize our numbers. We will use droids to secure the planets that we have pushed the Empire from. Similar to Iego, these droids will act as a defense force and an early warning system. The Jedi are asking for your help Jaybo." Obi-Wan smiled and held out his hand once again, he said, "I am asking for your help." Jaybo thought about everything that this deal would entail and after several minutes he smirked. He grasped Obi-Wan's hand and firmly shook it. He looked into Obi-Wan's eyes and said, "You got yourself a master engineer, machinist, mechanic, and programmer. Let's show the Empire what happens when they underestimate droids, shall we? My tablet and computer act as the central command for all droids on Iego. For now, Iego will be safe and I can go wherever you need me to go. I do have one condition, however. If the Empire ever attacks Iego and my droids can't handle it, then we launch a full counterattack and take it back. Is that acceptable?"
Obi-Wan smiled as he did so many times at Anakin and agreed. Obi-Wan called R4 to pick them up. After R4 landed and beeped Jaybo said, "Don't worry sweetie, I'm going to make you the best R4 astromech in the galaxy; Just you wait." R4 chirped happily and flew into Iego's outer orbit. Obi-Wan pressed a few buttons and said, "R4, set course for Polis Massa. Take us home." Jaybo could only stare in awe as R4 programmed the Navi-computer and lights bent around them; as they slipped into hyperspace. This was going to be the adventure of a lifetime.
A/N: School has been nuts and it's probably going to get worse once the new school year starts. If I am slow or late with uploads then I plead the fifth:) Blame my school :)
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