Disclaimer: All characters except for Meagan, Sasha and a few minor other characters, belong to George Lucas, and we are not receiving any profit off this work of fiction.
This is written in first person point of view of Meagan unless otherwise noted.
For those of you just joining us, this is the second part of the story "From Earth to Star Wars." Though this can be read by itself, a more complete understanding of this part is better after having read part one. However, here is a quick summary.
Meagan travels from her home in Colorado to the Star Wars world to discover that it is real, but a little different from the stories on Earth. She meets up with Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi on a transport taken over by pirates. She goes back to the Temple with them to discover her hidden Force talents and eventually works with children there. Over the course of a year, she learns about herself and the real Star Wars world and she and Obi-Wan eventually fall in love. Mostly because of his rank of Padawan, the young couple decides to be friends. It is not long after that decision that the Force pulls Meagan back home. Then both the Jedi and Meagan have to adjust to being apart.
Our story opens six years after the end of part one, as Meagan, still on Earth, begins another amazing adventure……
From Earth to Star Wars
Part Two: Post TPM by about four years. (Anakin is about thirteen.)
Meagan comes back to Star Wars and meets up with now Master Obi-Wan Kenobi and his Padawan Anakin Skywalker. Follows the movies, but is an AU. (Caution.) Ours does have a bit of a twist to it.
Chapter Two
The smell of coffee awoke me the next morning. Still a little disorientated, I slowly awoke and dressed for the day. I wound my way through the apartment to the living area. Obi-Wan was sitting in the far corner by the window; his eyes closed in meditation. Tiptoeing, I walked through, not wanting to disturb him, but his voice called to me.
"There is fruit and coffee in the kitchen."
"Thanks." I poured myself a warm cup, slowly sipping it. Sighing, I sat down at the table, slicing some of the fruit Obi-Wan left out.
A part of me couldn't believe I returned to this galaxy, but deep inside I knew this was no dream. I had wanted to escape the memories, my family and friends, but at least on Earth I could have returned to Colorado when I was ready. But here? Who knows when I would go home again? I had wanted to go somewhere to be alone, to grieve, to places I might find comfort. But why here?
"Meagan?" Obi-Wan's voice was soft and low.
I turned, immediately blinking away the moisture in my eyes. "Want something?"
"I already ate." He shook his head. "What's wrong?"
"Nothing." I smiled while slicing what looked could be an apple. "Just wondering why I came back again."
He regarded me for a full moment before pouring himself another cup of coffee. I could tell he didn't quite believe me, but I was relieved when he didn't press me for details.
We sat together for a while as I finished eating. Finally he spoke. "Master Yoda would like to see you."
I sat down my cup. "Only?"
He smiled, the corners of his mouth turning up, nearly disappearing into his growing beard. "You won't have to face them all at once right now, but eventually will. However, he has requested a personal audience with you. Today."
I put my hands around the cup for warmth, but when the cup started shaking, I pulled them back.
Obi-Wan leaned over, placing his hands over mine. "Meagan, you have nothing to fear. Master Yoda believes you came back for a purpose. You won't be asked to leave again."
I sighed with instant relief. Losing my Father was hard enough, but to be pulled here and then sent out to who knows where was extremely terrifying.
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It wasn't that much later that Obi-Wan and I left his quarters, heading over to the building where Master Yoda was. Things hadn't changed too much since I'd been gone, but I knew it would take a bit to learn my way around again.
Obi-Wan and I stopped shortly before Master Yoda's meditation rooms. "Are you going to be all right?" He quietly asked, concern laced in his eyes.
I nodded, straightening my shoulders, trying to appear brave, though I was quite scared.
He eyed me warily and I knew he felt my fear. "Are you sure? Can you even find your way back?"
I sighed, but started becoming defensive and gave him a bright smile. "Of course I can find my way back. You go on and do what you need to do. I'll be alright."
He stayed quiet for a moment or two, then reached out and squeezed my elbow in support. "I'll see you back in my quarters later."
I nodded. Then, at the same time he turned and headed down the hallway, I turned and let myself into Master Yoda's rooms.
It, like the rest of the Temple, hadn't changed too much either. I glanced around, not seeing the wise Jedi Master. Closing my eyes, praying I still could access the Force, I reached out, then opened my eyes, following my gut instinct to where the Master was. Luckily I found him pretty easily.
"Still bright you are." He greeted me as I walked slowly up to him. I bowed politely as he smiled at me. "Returned you have."
I smiled back, actually glad to see him, glad that he knew why I returned or at least knew that the answer would be revealed. "Yes Master."
I sat down as he indicated and spoke again. "Pleased to see you I am."
I couldn't help, but smile again. "It's good to be back…."
"Miss your home, you always will, but home this is too."
I thought on that for a second or two, realizing how right he always was.
"Reasons for your presence revealed will be in due time. Time for yourself, you must take, hmm?"
I regarded him for a moment, almost in shock, knowing he somehow knew what happened on Earth. I looked down, not really wanting to talk about it, but also knew he wouldn't pry into my private life. "Yes Master."
"Stay with Master Obi-Wan and his Padawan for a while you will." Yoda paused as he continued to study me and I nodded.
We mediated for a few minutes together. Well, he did most of the meditating and I just readjusted myself to the flow of the Force. It wasn't much after that he dismissed me with a hint of after a while, I would find my place here. Not sure what that exactly meant, I took my leave, winding my way through the forest, feeling somewhat at peace since my return.
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After I managed to find something for lunch, Anakin came into the apartment. "How are you?"
I smiled at him, glad that he came to me. "Good. You done with classes?"
He nodded. "For today at least. It's a lighter day for me." He paused before continuing. "Wanna see my room? I made a cool droid the other day. You have to meet him."
I knelt down to him. "Of course, I would love to."
He grinned, then grabbed my hand and led me to the turbolift.
On the way over, I couldn't help, but ask. "Anakin, if you have your own room, why does Obi-Wan have two bedrooms in his place?"
He shrugged slightly as we continued to go over to the initiates and younger Padawan areas. "Well, when I first got here, I moved in with him into the bigger place, so we could adjust to each other, I guess. Then I moved out and he just stayed there. No reason for him to move again."
That made sense I thought as we entered his room. I was impressed at the things he built. "Wow. You are really talented."
He smiled. "Thanks, though my Master thinks I spend entirely too much time on them."
"I think he just wants you to be well rounded, as Jedi are supposed to be."
He cocked his head to one side, studying me as I looked at one of his creations. "How much do you know about us anyway?"
I gazed back into his intense blue eyes, definitely not wanting to tell him his full destiny. "Some, but nothing that would interest a youngster like you."
He sighed, well knowing I was putting him off, so I instantly spoke up, changing the subject.
"I need to learn my way around here again. Care to show me your favorite spots?"
He seemed to buy the distraction and smiled. "I'd love too."
We walked around nearly everywhere and enjoying the time as we got to know each other. Toward the end of the afternoon, we stopped at a big window, gazing out at the flowing traffic. Watching the speeders fly I couldn't believe how different this place was to Earth and how very far from home I really was.
"You miss your home don't you?" Anakin's voice was quiet as I hastily wiped some tears.
Not wanting to lie to the Padawan, I just nodded. "Yes, I do, especially my family." I paused for a second before continuing. "Of course I do enjoy seeing Obi-Wan again and meeting you."
He put his hand on my arm. "I understand Meagan. I feel the same way. I love being here with Master and studying to become a Jedi, but I still miss my mother."
I squeezed his hand and smiled, glad that we somehow connected. We watched the traffic together for a few more minutes and then wordlessly turned and headed back to Obi-Wan's quarters.
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**Obi-Wan's point of view**
After I finished my morning exercises and meditation, I poured myself a cup of coffee, slicing some fruit. Meagan was asleep, still adjusting to the differences in our time and hers. She'd only been here for two days now.
Anakin came in then and we headed toward the training rooms for one of our usual workouts on some mornings. It was during the cool down that Anakin spoke into the quiet. "Master, why does Meagan seem so sad?"
I gave him a curious look, even though I had picked up the same. "Why do you say that?"
Anakin shrugged slightly. "It's just that something I sense from her."
"I think she's just adjusting to being away from home again."
"I thought that too, but it's a different feeling I'm picking up."
I knew how sharp his instincts were starting to become, when he actually concentrated on them. "How is it different Padawan?"
He sighed, obviously frustrated. "It's hard to describe and she's hiding most of it, I think."
"Then how do you know it's different than her just being homesick?"
He looked down briefly before meeting my gaze. "Because it feels like you do when you are thinking about and missing Qui-Gon."
I remained quiet for a moment or two, keeping my composure as Anakin continued.
"I think something happened to her on Earth Master."
I sighed, knowing my young Padawan was more than likely right about his observations. "I know."
"But what can we do to help her?"
I smiled slightly. "Just be her friend and be there for her Padawan."
He started to protest.
"She'll open up when she' ready, if it's something she wants to tell us."
"Yes Master."
With that, I went onto my Jedi duties and Anakin to his classes, but I wondered if there was anything I could do about it and if Meagan's return had to do something with what we were somewhat sensing.
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**Meagan's point of view**
Over the next few days, I continued to adjust to my life here, seemingly having the feeling that this wasn't a short visit. It was hard sometimes, especially in the early morning hours missing my home so much my heart ached and also knowing the man I still loved was sleeping right down the hallway. A part of me wanted to tell him everything, but we each changed so much in the six years I was gone and I didn't quite know if our relationship was quite ready for that kind of depth.
Some good things happened though. I began running into people I known and worked with before, friendships that I'd missed while I was gone. Dede, Jema and I met again for lunch one day and we just talked for hours. Much to my shock they both thought, once I adjusted again, and got the Council's permission, that I should go back to work. To the job I had for a year during my previous stay.
"It's all right, Meagan." Dede smiled at me. "Just give yourself time and then see."
Jema smiled. "Though I don't know what you are going to do, but sit around. Might as well do something productive."
I couldn't help, but laugh at the bluntness I remembered she was known for. "Let me think about it okay. I don't think I'll be ready to do that for a while though."
They both nodded, sensing something, but neither was going to force themselves into my private life and for that I was always grateful. "Though let's plan to do this again."
I nodded as we rose to leave and headed to an air taxi. (This time around though, I found myself adjusting a little faster, I guess since I'd been there before.)
Though sometimes that didn't make things much easier as I began to try to teach myself to read, cook, and do other stuff myself again. But as time continued on, I wondered if immersing myself in this culture again was actually a good thing. Was I just forcing my Father's sudden death to the back of my mind or did my return trip back here help me heal already? I sighed, wishing I had someone that knew me well enough to know the answer to that. However, those people were a long way away, and seemed to think that I didn't need to grieve.
Obi-Wan then walked into the apartment, and greeted me. "You doing okay?"
I nodded, throwing my thoughts off, and setting the data pad down, I rose. "How was your day?"
"Fine." He mused as we set something down on the kitchen table and headed into the kitchen.
Hearing him wash his hands, I couldn't help, but satisfy my sudden curiosity at the square box he set down. I walked the short distance to the kitchen. I gasped in delight as Obi-Wan came back into the room, grinning. "Bvarian chocolate. You remembered."
He looked into my eyes. "I don't think I could forget."
I smiled into his eyes, wanting to loose myself in them, but quickly shook myself out of it. "Can I have one?"
He laughed at this, his eyes twinkling. "No, I just got them for Anakin and myself."
"Still have your sense of humor no doubt."
"Not putting up with it again are you?" He shot back, the two of us falling right back into our sparring roles.
After a good laugh, I opened the box and took a couple out. I took a bite out of one, savoring its taste. It definitely was better than anything on Earth, including my Grandmother's fudge and Swiss chocolate.
"I think I missed this most of all." I said after finishing a piece. "Better than anything on Earth."
He raised an eyebrow as we sat next to each other on the couch. "Really?"
I nodded, trying to get all the cream off my lips. "Yes, though some Swiss chocolate gives it a close competition. That stuff melts in your mouth." I paused for a second then continued on pensively. "If I'd known when I was coming back, I would brought some stuff with me."
"To help you through things?" He quietly asked.
I glanced at him briefly before looking down. "That and to show you some pieces of my home. I think Anakin would have really liked that."
Obi-Wan smiled. "That we would. However, wishing for what cannot be doesn't help most matters anyway."
Well, he was certainly grounded in reality. "It can never hurt to have crazy dreams. It keeps the heart alive with hope."
He studied me for a moment or two, well knowing I wasn't talking about bringing stuff with me anymore. "And what does your heart dream of?"
I wondered briefly if he was trying to get me to open up. "Sometimes I wonder why I can't put all the people, places and things together that I deeply cherish in one place."
He gently reached out to touch my cheek and wiped my sudden tears. "I know you miss your home."
I nodded, not able to speak. For the next few minutes he just held me, letting me grieve silently from being away from home.
I sighed, enjoying the feel of his arms around me, the masculine scent that invaded my senses, but I pushed myself away, afraid that I might never want to leave the small amount of comfort he provided me.
He pushed back some hair as I settled against the couch. "You okay?"
I nodded and smiled. "Thank you."
He just nodded and rose from the couch, knowing we both needed to change the subject and get some space. "What do you want to do for dinner? Anakin's off with some friends."
I shrugged as I followed him into the kitchen. "Doesn't matter to me, as long as it's edible."
"Very funny, Meagan." He grumbled good-naturedly. "Anakin doesn't complain that much."
We kept teasing each other, the seriousness in the living room all but forgotten as we cooked dinner together.
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AN: Hope you guys enjoyed this latest installment of our story and how Meagan, Obi-Wan, Anakin and the rest of them are adjusting to her return. We are really looking forward to the next coming chapters as Meagan starts to finally deal with her Father's death and seeing the love of her life again. Of course, Obi-Wan also is beginning to deal with the feelings Meagan has stirred within him and now Anakin is in the picture. Hope you stay tuned for it!!!!
