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This is written in first person point of view of Meagan unless otherwise noted.

From Earth to Star Wars

Part Two: Is now Post TPM by about seven years. (Anakin is somewhere over sixteen.) Meagan has been back for about three plus years now.

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. Garen has brought the alive Obi-Wan back to the Temple and he is awake and on the road to healing.....However, when he's released from the Healer's wing, will Meagan finally open up to her husband??????

"Let's Be Us Again"

by Lonestar (Richie McDonald/Maribeth Derry/Tommy Lee James)

Tell me what I have to do tonight
'Cause I'd do anything to make it right
Let's be us again
I'm sorry for the way I lost my head
I don't know why I said the things I said
Let's be us again

Here I stand with everything to lose
And all I know is I don't want to ever see the end
Baby, please, I'm reachin' out for you
Won't you open up your heart and let me come back in
Let's be us (again)
(Us again)

Look at me, I'm way past pride
Isn't there some way that we can try
To be us again
And even if it takes a while
I'll wait right here until I see that smile
That says were us again

Here I stand with everything to lose
And all I know is I don't want to ever see the end
Baby, please, I'm reachin' out for you
Won't you open up your heart and let me come back in
Let's be us (again)
(Us again)

Baby, baby, what would I do
Can't imagine life without you

Chapter Forty Two,

Obi-Wan's point of view

I opened my eyes to the semi-darkness of the room. Blinking against the low light, I eyed Bant sitting in a chair in the corner. I pushed myself up into a sitting position. "Bant."

She smiled as she rose. "You're awake."

"I'm so tired of this place Bant. Can I go home now?"

Bant tried not to smile, but ended up failing miserably. "If you're whining, you must be getting better. You never did like this place."

"With good reasons, of course." I gave her a twisted grin. "Maybe you can sweet talk the Healer's into releasing me from their care."

She playfully slapped my arm. "Obi-Wan! They are keeping you here for good reason. You can barely walk down the hallway, let alone do anything else."

I sighed as I gazed at Bant. "I guess you're right, as usual."

"Now, I'll let you get some rest and be back to visit you later."

I squeezed her hand. "Thank you for everything, especially taking care of Sasha."

She sighed, gripping my hand tightly. "She gave me something to hold onto, something to hope for. It was like you were still with us."

I stared at her for long moments, not quite sure what to say in response.

"Obi-Wan." A few moments later she started out, but she instead leaned in, giving me a hug.

After several long minutes she pulled away and we both took another moment or so to compose our emotions. "It's good to have you back again."

I nodded, smiling slightly. "It is good to be home."

"Of course if you ever pull something like this again, I will be forced to kill you, if your wife doesn't do it first." Her words had a bit of an edge to them, but she was smiling slightly.

"Believe me Bant, this is something I wouldn't want to do again." I sighed. "But I had no choice in the matter. This was about the only way I had a chance to come back."

There were questions in her eyes, but she only asked. "Do Meagan and Anakin know what really happened out there?"

"Anakin does. We've talked about it, but Meagan's completely closed herself to me in that regard."

Bant sighed and sat down in the chair next to the bed. "I was afraid of that. She hasn't really talked to any of us either."

"She seems to be handling everything alright. At least when I ask how's she doing she says she's doing fine."

Bant just looked at me. "We all believed that you were dead, I don't think she's alright." She paused as if sorting through her thoughts. "I think she's extremely confused about everything and doesn't know how to feel or to react. Hopefully in time she'll come around."

I sighed again, closing my eyes for a moment, feeling tired already. "Hopefully so and maybe we can talk about this."

Bant raised an eyebrow. "I wouldn't be surprised if she'll let you have it."

"Knowing her she just might." Another sigh. "Bant sometimes I wonder......" I felt my eyes begin to close. I was really beginning to become irritated at the fact that I could hardly stay awake and had a little amount of energy.

"Give yourself some time. It hasn't even been a week yet." I heard her voice, coming from somewhere far away before I fell back into a deep sleep.

The next week went by as I slowly progressed, slowly getting some energy back. Of course, what I really wanted to do was crawl into my own bed and wake up with my wife curled up next to me. But so far the Healer's hadn't allowed it and Meagan, emotionally at least, was still very distant. Though, she rarely left the area unless forced to and was constantly doing something for me, helping me get back to where I was before the mission.

"Sweetheart, sit down and rest." I told her one evening. I actually had been up most of the day and felt exhausted from the different things the Healer's were having me do. Every muscle ached, ones I didn't realize even existed. However, this time it felt good, which I took as a good sign. And Meagan, who'd been there all day, looked about as bad as I did. "You're exhausted as I am."

She looked up, gazing at me for a second before nodding. "It's been a long couple weeks."

As she walked by, I reached up a hand, tugging on her waist. "Been a long couple months."

Without much resistance she sat down on the bed. "I'm just glad this is almost over, this entire nightmare."

I felt a bit of hope as I moved over to give her some more room. "I know this hasn't been easy on you Meagan."

She nodded slightly as she adjusted herself on the bed. "I'm adjusting alright."

Deciding to try another tactic, I tugged her close. "Stay tonight?"

Meagan pulled back and gazed at me like I'd gone insane. "The Healer's won't allow it."

I shrugged slightly, adjusting myself, then pulled her back against me. It was a bit snug, but having her this close was nearly intoxicating. And I needed her. "I won't tell if you won't."

"I think they'll figure it out when they do rounds." Her voice showed some resistance, but her body was relaxing against me.

"Guess they will." I took a deep breathe, taking in the hint of fresh flowers from her hair and I couldn't help, but run my fingers through the returning curls. "I've missed you."

She smiled through a few tears. "Me too."

I leaned down, planting kisses along her jaw line. "I'm sorry Meagan, about everything."

I felt her stiffen slightly, but taking a deep breath, she became relaxed again, though she didn't say a word. Though a moment or so later, she straightened up slightly, turning the lights off, plunging the room into darkness.

She reached up, caressing my cheek with a soft hand. Sighing, her touches were more healing than anything else the Healer's could have done. Then, not being able to resist, I lowered my head, touching my lips to hers. She gasped with surprise, but almost immediately returned it with her sweet touch.

After pulling away, her hand was still making soft patterns on my face. "Goodnight Obi-Wan."

"Goodnight my love." Kissing her again, we fell asleep in each other's arms.

Meagan's point of view

I awoke slowly the next morning, feeling snug and warm. Opening my eyes, I remembered that I not only stayed in the Healer's wing again, but slept in Obi-Wan's bed. I smiled slightly, and hoped that we hadn't gotten into trouble. I laid there for a moment and figured I'd better get up and go change into some clean clothes. But my husband, still deep in sleep, must have sensed my intentions, slightly tightened an arm around me. Not being able to resist, I settled back into sleep.

The next thing I was aware of was someone shaking my shoulder slightly. Looking up, Master Jessie gazed down at me sternly.

"You shouldn't be in here like this." She whispered furiously.

I slowly rose, careful not to awake my sleeping husband. "It was his idea and I couldn't tell him no. We just slept."

She managed not to smile. "I know that, but he shouldn't have too much pressure on him right now."

I nodded, rubbing the sleep out of my eyes. "Though he looks better."

She gazed at him for a long second before turning back to me. "That he does and I was thinking that once today's tests come back clear, he'd be about ready to be released anyway."

"Really?" They hadn't said a word about it lately, though he'd been whining about it.

She nodded and gently took my arm so we could talk in the hallway without waking Obi-Wan. "Now, he will still need to be on a strict diet and exercise regime. He also needs to come back here about two or three times a week for therapy sessions since his muscles are not quite ready for a regular Jedi schedule."

"Obi-Wan will certainly be pleased to hear this news. He's been trying not to whine about staying here." I couldn't help but smile. "Though if you could write down everything that Anakin and I need to have him do to finish his recovery. He won't follow it on his own."

Master Jessie smiled. "I already have one of my assistants working on that and as soon as he's awake, I'll take that blood test. I believe that we've done everything we can for him and I think that all of you will heal better from everything once he's back in your own place."

I couldn't help but agree with her. The last week and half hadn't been easy. "Thank you Master Jessie, for everything."

She smiled before leaving. "You're quite welcome."

After she left, I turned back to Obi-Wan's room to find him awake.

"What were you two talking about?" He asked, already pulling me down next to him.

"They think you're doing well enough to go home."

His eyes lit up and he started to get up. "Then what are we waiting for?"

I gently pushed him back. "Not until your blood work checks out clear. And we have to get you set up on therapy session and such."

He scowled at that, but smiled a minute or so later. "Guess I have to if I want to leave this place uh?"

I nodded. "Afraid so."

"It will be so good to be going home, to sleep in my own bed and wear my own clothes......" He stopped short and looked at me questionably. "You didn't go through everything did you? I know you gave Anakin my light saber."

"Not completely. I just started going through a few things. Most of it is in boxes in the closet. I never gave any away. I just couldn't push myself to do it."

Looking downward, I felt Obi-Wan gently caress my cheek. "It's going to be alright Meagan."

I somehow managed to smile and not to cry. "I know."

Obi-Wan's point of view

It was late that afternoon when I was finally given clearance to leave the Healer's wing, though I'd be back in several days for some more therapy. But that really didn't matter, I was really, finally going home.

Meagan, Anakin and I slowly made our way to our apartment. Standing back, they allowed me to palm it open. Stepping through the doorway, it seemed like I never left. Everything seemed the same, though there was an underlining sense of deep grief, but that would fade with time.

A giggle of pure delight broke me from my thoughts as I continued to gaze around the place. In a corner of the living room stood Bant, Garen and Reeft. Sasha, who was being held by Bant, giggled again.

"We all thought she should be here for your homecoming." Bant walked over to me, placing Sasha in my arms.

I sat down on the couch, enjoying the feel of my baby girl in my arms. For the next while we talked and laughed about different things. I didn't realize how tired I was starting to get until Meagan kindly told everyone that I needed some quiet rest.

"I'll be down the hall if you need anything." Garen told me as they were leaving.

"Thank you...." I paused for a second, trying to find the words. "For bringing me home."

He blinked a few times before speaking. "It was my pleasure."

We smiled at each other before they left.

"Alright mister, you are going to bed." Meagan came and stood in front of me, hands on her hips, leaving no room for argument.

Not finding the energy to argue, I allowed her to help me into the bedroom. I sat down on the edge of the bed for a long moment, then glanced around at the mess.

"Meagan." I called out, who had stepped into the refresher while I continued to take everything in. "Which box can I find something to sleep in?"

She stepped out, brushing out her hair. "Try the one in the corner, I just starting throwing things into it, not really caring. It was easier....." She paused as I could hear the emotion in her voice. "to get through it that way."

I sighed then managed to go through about two boxes before finally finding what I was searching for. And I was way past tired to find anything else.

"You alright?" I heard Meagan's voice as she came up behind me, helping me pull my shirt over my head.

"Extremely tired." I told her, taking the shirt she held out and put it on.

A few minutes later, we climbed into bed. I couldn't help but sigh deeply at being back home in my own bed. I know that Jedi weren't supposed to be materialistic, but I'd nearly died, so I figured I could have a little lee way in that department.

Turning over on my side, I saw Meagan curled up into the covers. Not being able to resist and finding a little energy, I reached over and gently tugged her close and nothing felt more right as her body curled into mine. As her face pillowed against my chest, I was asleep in a matter of minutes.

The next few days passed by and I thoroughly enjoyed being back home again. I spent a good part of the days, still resting and doing the exercises the Healer's told me to do. However, it was so wonderful to be lying on the floor and feel two small hands patting my face and giggles of delight when I found her ticklish side.

Anakin was also doing much better since I'd returned. Though months behind in his school work, he was slowly coming back to the Padawan we knew. He had told me about his meeting with Caddock and how he nearly strangled the man to death. His anger still bothered me, but was I feeling any different when Qui-Gon died? And Anakin did realize what he was doing and admitted it to us, trying to work through it.

It was Meagan and our relationship that I was beginning to really worry about. Even with Sasha asleep and Anakin gone to his own quarters, we never sat down and talked. The closeness, the unity, the friendship, the passion we shared was nearly completely gone. And I got the feeling I had lost her trust. And after what I put her through, I couldn't say I'd blame her either. And she would have every right to kick me out or take Sasha and leave me. Though I wasn't going to let her go without a fight.

Then one evening, a wonderful idea came to me as we were getting ready for bed. "Meagan, honey, what would say if I suggested you and I taking a trip somewhere."

She stopped a brush mid stroke. "You aren't allowed to go anywhere."

"I meant after the Healer's give me a clean bill of health. I think it would be good for us to take a trip together, like another honeymoon."

The brush stopped again before coming down completely. She slowly turned to face me with utter surprise. "Are you serious?"

"Of course I'm serious. I think we need to spend some time alone together where we won't be interrupted. I'm glad to be back home again, but I don't think we're going to get the time it's going to take for us to heal together."

"That sounds nice honey, but everything's fine." My mouth nearly dropped open at her words.

"You thought I was dead, you're not fine Meagan." I got up and stood in front of her.

"How the hell do you know how I feel?" Her green eyes flashed fire, but it was at least some show of emotion.

"I'd nearly lost you and Sasha once, I have a fair idea of how you feel."

She glared at me for a long moment before speaking, her voice calm, but deadly. "You have no idea what I went through."

I leaned in closer to her. "Maybe because you refuse to talk to me about it."

"Why should I? You sold me without a word of warning, without a second thought of what you were doing."

"I did what I had to do Meagan."

Her temper immediately flared. "Why am I not surprised? I am sick and tired of your Jedi duty coming before me. You allowed me to think you were dead so you could bring that damn pirate in, never thinking of what you were doing to me, to Anakin, to your own daughter.. How could you Obi-Wan Kenobi, how could you?"

"I thought of nothing but you when I did that."

"Oh, right." Without warning, she brought the back of her hand across my face. Stepping back and rubbing my smarting check, she continued. "Please explain how me wanting to curl up and die when our bond broke in two was thinking of me."

"Maybe you should sit down while I explain things."

"I'll stand thank you very much and you should care to remember that there is a side of your face that I haven't slapped yet."

Stepping way out of range, I started to tell her the entire truth. "I'm assuming you would also like to know why I sold you."

"I'd figured out why you sold me and I understand that and it was quite clever actually." She paused. "But it would have been nice to know who you were selling me to so I wouldn't have the constant fear, which wouldn't even begin to describe what I felt, of being raped, possibly tortured and killed."

I winced as her voice grew louder at every word, though I deserved every one. Then, I sat back down on the bed and told her everything that happened, from Caddock wanting to rape her to him nearly strangling me. That I wanted to fully explain things to her when I "sold her," but time prevented me from doing it and I thought the undercover Jedi would have told her who he was a lot sooner than he did.

Throughout the narrative she didn't utter a single word, though the anger slowly faded from her face. After I finished we stared at each other for a long time before she finally spoke into the tense quiet air surrounding us. "Obi-Wan....." Her voice trailed off and she turned her back towards me.

Taking a chance, I got up and came to stand behind her. "I know it's a lot to take at once. We all went through quite an experience and I think we need to give ourselves some time to work through everything. But please don't close off your emotions, especially to me."

She turned at that, her face wet with tears. "I cried for nearly two weeks straight thinking you were dead. And then suddenly you come back, nearly rising from the dead. Right now I don't know what to feel."

I leaned down, wiping the tears away. "Sometimes I don't know what to make of it either, but we can get through this together, if that's what you want."

She pulled back a questioned gaze on her face. "What?"

I sighed. "Meagan, I certainly don't blame you if you want to kick me out of your life after I'm completely healed...."

"No." She said very vehemently, which made me feel quite better. "I may not know what's going round right now, but I know that I don't want to loose you again."

I pulled her close again, her wet face against my chest. "You won't love, you won't." I could feel her trembling in my arms and I was quite exhausted from this night. "Let's get some rest. We'll start talking again in the morning."

I was turning around to go to bed, when her hands tightly clutched my shirt. "Obi-Wan, I love you."

I smiled through the sudden tears. "I love you too." It was a start, a start to building back our relationship.

AN: Hey everyone!!!!! We've finally updated again and we're sorry that it has probably been too long but not that much could be done about it. We hope you have enjoyed the chapter and the ones that are to follow. We had a great time on our vacation and have enjoyed getting pictures developed and looking at everything we bought.....I"m sure ya'll know what we're taking about! Anyway, we appreciate you being patient and still reading and reviewing our story.......

We also thought that the Lonestar song "Let's be us again." fit the chapter fairly well, considering they are trying to work through things and build their relationship back. So, since it's been a while since we've put a song into our story, in it went. (Lonestar is one of Meagan's favourites!)

And for our quotes, which we thought were very fitting to this new chapter.

From Lord of the Rings, The Two Towers......

"Where is he? Where is he? Get out of the way, I'm going to kill him...You are the luckiest, the canniest, and the most recklessness man I ever knew........ Bless you laddy." Of course we all knew this was after our hero returned to Helm's Deep after being thrown over the cliff and Gimili's reaction.

And from Pirates of the Carribean.....We couldn't help but these one in here, considering Obi-Wan got his face slapped.

"Scarlet....." Jack gets his face slapped.

"Not sure I deserved that......Desiele...."

"Who was she?"

"What?" Jack gets his face slapped. "I may have deserved that."

"Annamaria....." Jack gets his face slapped.

"I suppose you didn't deserve that one either"

"No, that one I deserved."

"You stole my boat."

"Actually....." Jack gets his face slapped again. "Borrowed, borrowed without permission, but with every intention of bring it back."