From Earth to Star Wars: Part Two

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Since we are slowly entering into the Clone Wars, we wanted to explain how we are going through that. We will not be following any particular novel, comic book, etc in detail. What we are doing is taking an idea, character, a battle, etc and integrating it into our already established story with our own ideas. So in other words, it will be a modge podge of things you've probably already seen elsewhere but twisted slightly. As an example, Asajj Ventress will certainly be making appearances, causing quite a havoc in her wake but will not follow the plot from the comic books. Ahsoka from the Clone Wars movie/tv might be joining us in some sort of fashion, though we haven't ironed it out completely yet. So, we hope this makes some sort of sense to you and feel free to ask us any questions if it doesn't.

With that said, we are entering this part of the story a bit bitter sweetly. There is a lot of story left to tell and we are growing quite anxious to share with you the things that even surprised us! However, as things start to come together and everything unravels and therefore comes to the conclusion, we will be ending this story after our version of ROTS. We thought to go ahead and warn you about it, and we think you'll understand why once we get there. We will be sharing more with you about that as it gets closer.

Chapter Seventy Two

Anakin's Point of View

"Oh, Anakin, you might as well give up." Padme teased as we lounged rather lazily on our way to Naboo.

"I can come up with something." I couldn't help but protest.

Her eyes sparkled with glee. "Not one that is believable. Sasha and my nieces will know you made it up."

"They haven't been that bad." I grumbled.

Padme giggled before she scooted over to me. "Anakin, you can certainly tell a story, with all the voices, but only once it's been written."

I looped an arm around her. "Maybe they'll forget about it."

"Pjoo and Ryoo might have and you can woo them with any other Jedi tale, but Sasha......." Padme laughed now, a rich sound that warmed me completely.

"I'll never hear the end of it will I?"

Still laughing she shook her head. "No, of course not. We'll still be teasing you when you're telling a story to Sasha's children."

"Thanks." I glanced down at her, her eyes dancing. Not being able to help myself, I leaned down, brushing a few loose hairs away. "You're beautiful."

"Thank you." She blushed, making her look young and in love. We stared into each other's eyes before we came together as our lips met softly, but expressing our growing feelings.

"Maybe it's time we talk about this." I told her once our lips parted.

She agreed as she gently pulled herself away from me. She got up and I watched as she poured herself a cup of tea. "Yes, but where do we start? I haven't really done this before, at least not this seriously."

"I know, me too." I paused for a moment, thinking about this a bit more. Since my talk with Obi-Wan, I'd done a lot meditating on it and I'd come to realize Padme and I were met to be, but we'd have to be patient. "Padme, we've been friends for such a long time and somewhere in all of this I started falling in love you."

Padme slowly set her tea cup down, her hands shaking slightly before she sat down next to me again. "I couldn't even tell you when my feelings started changing, but yet when I look at you I see a man whose my friend and someone I'm growing to love."

We gently kissed again before continuing our discussion. "Anakin, is a relationship even possible for you right now?"

"Not really." I honestly told her, not wanting to get things started off wrong. "At least not publicly till I'm knighted. We can continue to be friends, getting to know one another even better while spending time together amongst other people."

She thought on this for a moment. "Isn't that skating around the rules?"

"I guess it is, but Master suggested it."

Padme stared at me for long moments, making me think I just made my first mistake. "You talked to Obi-Wan about us?"

I looked down, staring at my feet, suddenly feeling not so confident. "I needed some advice and since he's married and all, he would be the best person to talk to. He's my master, did you think he wouldn't have seen it?"

"I guess you're right. Meagan's been trying to get me to talk about it too." Padme admitted. "I bet she knew before I did."

"There isn't much that can get by her. Sasha and I have tried." We both shared a laugh before I took her hands into mine. "Master Obi-Wan basically told me that there is nothing more rewarding than being with someone that completes you, but that it's hard and often requires sacrifices. I've seen enough of life and his marriage to Meagan to know that, but I've seen their strong love for each other and I want to share that strength with you."

"Oh Anakin." Padme rapidly blinked the tears from her eyes. "I want that too. I've been so consumed with my work lately that I hadn't realized what I was missing, even when my sister and mom were telling it to me. It wasn't until we started spending all this time together and seeing you with Sasha, that I finally decided I was ready and want that."

I held my breath, not sure I could even remember how to exhale. "Padme, angel, though I think I'll be knighted shortly, it could still be a while down the road."

"It won't matter." She gently placed her hand on my cheek and nothing felt more warm and loving. "I'll wait for you, my handsome Jedi."

I felt my cheeks blush at her compliment, but knew I should bring it up. "Padme, there will be times where I'll be gone on missions, where I can't tell you where I'm going or when I'll be back. It won't be easy being married to a Jedi."

"I know. Meagan and I have been friends long enough to learn that, but I also know if anything is worth something, it's all the more sweeter when you fought for it." She gazed into my eyes before asking. "Let's switch this around. Can you deal with me being a Senator? Right now, I do want to continue fighting for what's right and helping the Senate realize what good it can do for the people."

"Actually if you gave it up without a fight, I'd be surprised. You are so talented and passionate about serving for the good of others, I want you to keep involved." I stopped seeing the pleased look on her face well knowing she wasn't going to like this next part. "However, there will be times, if someone starts coming after you again, I'll step in and take care of it. I couldn't stand by and watch you get hurt, I will protect you."

She watched me for several moments before speaking quietly again. "You can't fight all my battles, but I care all the more for you since you do."

I leaned down kissing her again. "This feels so right, being here with you."

Padme cuddled against me. "Yes, it does. I'm glad we finally talked about all this."

"Me too angel, me too." With that we spent the rest of the trip sitting together in a silence that went beyond words.

**Meagan's point of view**

"Obi-Wan?" I mumbled sleepily as I felt him tuck me into bed one night, several days after Anakin took Padme back to Naboo. Since then, my husband spent the majority of his time working out strategies with the Masters, organizing the troops and who knows what else.

"It's late Meagan." I felt him take the book I was reading before climbing in bed next to me, sliding his strong arms around me. He leaned down, placing a kiss on my lips. "Go back to sleep."

I fought the warmth stealing across me and I pushed myself up. "Sasha was asking for you again tonight."

He sighed, reaching out to pull me back to him. "We're not sure where and when the first battle will take place, but we have to be ready."

"I know, but can't you at least take a fifteen minute coffee break so you can tuck your daughter into bed?" I nuzzled my face into his neck, hoping to persuade him. "At least try. Please."

Obi-Wan didn't speak for a long moment before answering me. "I'll try, but I'm not promising anything."

I accepted the answer, not really thinking to get anything more. "Thank you."

He nodded as he turned off the light before he turned slightly, pulling my head into the curve of his neck. Cuddling close, I inhaled his deep masculine scent and suddenly desired him to be much closer.

"Obi-Wan?" I ventured into the silence, letting my fingers trace imaginary patterns across his bare chest.

"Mh?" He mumbled, sounding almost asleep.

"You're not too tired are you? Doing all of this training?" I ventured out, hoping I wasn't disturbing him.

He gave me an odd look, but answered it. "No more than training and chasing Anakin around." He raised an eyebrow, still looking at me. "Any reason why you are asking me this?"

I continued to trace patterns, slowly lowering my hands. "No reason. Just wondering."

I felt his muscles jump at my touch as a sly grin slid across his face, getting my implications. "So you want something eh?"

Raising my hand, I slapped him playfully. "Men, only one thing on your mind."

Obi-Wan laughed out right. "Meagan, it was your idea."

I gazed up at him coquettly, blinking my eyes innocently. "It's never my idea."

He laughed again, dropping his head to my neck, his lips making trails across it. "Sure, Meagan, sure."

I giggled, his beard tickling and scratching my neck. "Obi-Wan stop that."

"You're going to get it now woman." Obi-Wan playfully growled before silencing my giggles with a deep kiss.

"Obi-Wan you're leaving soon, aren't you?" I asked him quietly as he rose very early one morning mere days after Anakin returned from Naboo.

He stopped, sitting on the edge of the bed. "Meagan, it's early go back to sleep."

"You didn't answer my question." I accused him as he stood up before heading toward the refresher.

When he didn't answer, I kept asking. "Obi-Wan, please tell me what's going on?"

He finally stepped out, gazing at me with a sad look in his eyes. "First light tomorrow."

I gasped slightly. "Tomorrow? When were you going to tell me?"

He slowly walked toward me before he gently tucked me back into the bed. "Later today. I didn't want you fretting all day about it."

I blinked away the tears. "Please tell me you'll be home tonight at a decent hour."

"I'll be in for an early dinner and around long enough to put Sasha to bed." He explained as I watched him dress. "I do have to attend a Council meeting tonight, but it shouldn't take too long."

I nodded, glad to at least have some time with him.

He came and sat on the edge of the bed, pulling on his boots. "Get some rest." He leaned down, kissing me. "I'll see you tonight."

I kissed him back before he rose, then began tucking the covers around me. Not protesting, I snuggled into them. Without saying a word, he caressed my cheek with a hand before leaving the room.

The day passed by slowly, with me trying to keep busy, trying to keep my mind off of Obi-Wan's departure.

"Meagan, we're home." Obi-Wan stepped into the foyer with Sasha in his arms.

"Mommy, Daddy's here." Sasha giggled happily.

"I can see that." I couldn't help but smile at the two of them, Sasha obviously very contented to have her Father home. "I'm sure you're hungry after playing all day." I looked up to Obi-Wan. "Dinner's about ready."

"Goodie." Sasha exclaimed, still squirming. "Can we have cake?"

I shook my head, walking up toward the two of them, then leaning over to kiss Sasha's soft cheek. "I'll let you have a cookie only after you eat all of your vegetables."

Sasha made a face, but knew not to whine or complain about it. "Yes Mommy."

I gave Obi-Wan a kiss before turning back to the kitchen.

**Obi-Wan's Point of View**

We had a pleasant dinner with Sasha regaling us with her day, making me smile, glad that she was enjoying her training and time with the other younglings. So, as Meagan cleaned up the kitchen, I gave Sasha a bath. I might as well as took one myself as her boat races soaked me completely. On the other hand, it was an excellent time to show her how to control water with the Force and the best part about it, is it was still such a game to her, I knew she was absorbing it on some level.

"Come here Sasha." I called as she was about to run out of the refresher with nothing on, her curly hair dripping all over the floor. "Let's get you dried off."

She hesitated only for a moment before letting me wrap the towel around her. Once she was dry, I scooped her up in my arms, making her laugh gleefully. I got her into her night clothes and we spread out on the floor, playing a few quiet games to start winding down. However, I could tell she wasn't getting tired and decided to make a game of chase.

"Daddy." She squealed as she dashed under the rocking chair.

I pretended to come after her as she giggled again before dashing out from under it, making a beeline for the door.

"Mummy." I heard her calling as I slowly followed her. "Daddy's trying to get me."

I couldn't help but laugh as I could make out Meagan's laughter.

"Sasha." I called her, teasing her. "I'll catch you."

"Nuh-uh." She called back as I chased her around the living and dinning areas.

"I would not be to sure of that." I made a grab for her, but squealing again she danced away, dashing back towards the kitchen.

"Mummy help." Sasha hid behind Meagan who was trying to make some tea.

Laughing, Meagan stepped back, setting the pot on the stove letting us play chase around her until she shooed us back to the living room.

Once I could tell Sasha was beginning to tire, I grabbed a leg as she was crawling underneath the dinning room table, playfully pulling her out.

"Daddy." She giggled, squirming as I tickled her and we wrestled a bit as she started to fight back.

Finally swinging her up into my arms, I headed into the living area as Meagan was sitting on the couch, reading and sipping her tea. Meanwhile, Sasha had laid her head on my chest, her small body heaving slightly as she winded down from our games, but I could feel how tired she was getting. "Say goodnight to Mommy."

Meagan looked up, smiling at us as I let Sasha lean down to hug and kiss her. "Goodnight honey."

"Goodnight Mommy." With that I carried Sasha back to her room and sat down in the rocking chair, rocking slightly, trying not to think that I might not be doing this again soon, or at all. The Republic was now at war and the little girl nearly sleeping in my arms was the reason I was doing this, her safety and happiness giving me every desire to protect her, to give her a better future.

I gently kissed the top of her head as she yawned, obviously fighting sleep.

"Daddy?" She asked just as I thought she was about asleep.

"Yes Sasha?" I asked, but kept rocking her.

"Are you and Ule Ani making the bad guys go away?"

My heart twisted within me, knowing even the little ones had heard about the war, that it was already invading our peaceful lives at the Temple. "Yes, honey. We are leaving in the morning."

Her mouth puckered slightly, a tear tracing down her cheek. I rubbed her back in comforting circles, not quite sure how to explain all of this to her. Everything had happened so fast, Meagan and I not even having the time to discuss it, let alone tell our three year old about it.

"It's going to be alright, Sasha. Uncle Anakin and I will look after each other. The bad guys won't be around long." I wasn't sure how long things would go, but I needed to comfort my daughter. "Daddy loves you and will be back soon. Okay?"

"Okay." She seemed to take this at face value, but was still a bit upset about it. "You'll be a good girl for Mommy while I'm gone. Someone needs to help her around here."

Sasha straightened up, taking on the task I was giving her. "I can do that. I like to help Mommy."

I kissed her forehead. "That's my brave little Jedi."

"Can you tell me a story?" Looking into her face, knowing it could a very long time till I got the chance again, I didn't refuse her.

Once the story was over I tucked her into bed. "I love you Sasha, very much and no matter what happens, Daddy will always be with you."

Sasha yawned, tucking her teddy bear close to her. "I love you Daddy."

I kissed her cheek and adjusting the covers one more time, then forcing myself to leave the room.

I quickly told Meagan that Sasha was asleep and that I'd be back soon. With that I left for the Council meeting.

**Meagan's Point of view**

After Obi-Wan left, I slowly rose from the couch and cleaned up the rest of the tea before heading back to our bedroom. I was betting I would have about an hour before he returned, an hour to get ready. First, I took a nice hot bubble bath, enjoying the warm relaxing water. Letting my body and the ends of my hair dry, I wrapped myself in my robe, leaving the refresher. I pulled out some small candles, setting them around the room and began lighting them. Turning on the holonet, I scanned through it, getting some very soft romantic music to play. Lowering the lights, I stepped back into the refresher, fixing my hair up and put a slight amount of make-up on. Going back into the room, I stood in front of the dresser and pulled open a drawer, digging through it until I pulled out a black negligee. I felt the soft material with my fingers, admiring the mesh that made it see through, expect where dark roses spread across it. I still couldn't decide to wear it or not. A month or so ago, I had found it, intending to wear it for the first time on our fifth wedding anniversary, which was coming up soon. However, tonight would certainly be a good night to wear it and most of the other lingerie I had was getting a bit old.

So, I slipped into the piece and pulled out the outer silk wrap, not wanting Obi-Wan to see it too soon.

"Meagan?" I heard him calling out just as I tied the knot.

I headed out into the hallway, knowing he'd be curious to know why there were no lights on. "The meeting is over?"

He nodded. "Is there a reason why everything's dark?" As I began walking towards him, his eyes began taking me in and his gaze grew warm. "Is that all you are wearing?"

I giggled, shaking my head. "Oh I have a little something else on." At his disappointed look, I added. "Oh, don't worry, I think you'll like it."

He raised an eyebrow as I reached out, tugging on his arm before leading him back into the bedroom.

"When are you leaving?" I asked quietly sometime later that night.

Obi-Wan's hand traced over my shoulder, his fingers playing with the curls that lay there. "In a few hours."

I lifted my head from his chest, gazing into his eyes. "I'll go see you off."

He shook his head. "No, it's wet and cold. You don't need to be out in it."

I started to protest, but he placed a finger over my lips, silencing me. "Meagan love, let my last memories of you be here, warm, flushed and naked in my arms, not shivering and crying at the base." He kissed me gently. "I want to think of you just as you are now."

I didn't argue, not wanting to start something and wanting him to have something warm and pleasant to remember during a battle.

We talked a bit longer before making love one last time. Afterwards, we cuddled together. I tried to keep awake, but the long night was taking its toll and I feel asleep wrapped in his arms. I only awoke several hours later as Sasha came into the room and discovered Obi-Wan was gone.

"Daddy left?" She asked, tears shining in her eyes.

"I'm afraid so." I reached across the expanse of our bed, pulling her close, glad that Obi-Wan had made sure I'd slipped his shirt on once our love making was done. "He's going to be just fine."

"I miss him." Her tears felt warm on my shirt.

"I know. Mommy misses him too." I tucked her close, not being able to stop my own tears.

Obi-Wan's Point of View

When I arrived at the main clone base on Coruscant, I immediately noticed that everything looked ready to go. I gazed at the flagship I was to start commanding. My own ship. The thought was still completely mind blowing.

"General." Another something I was trying to get used to as one of the clone commanders had approached me with a solute. "All units are loaded and ready to depart."

"Very good." I turned and looked back to the Temple, wondering if Meagan and Sasha were still asleep and how they would do while I was away fighting a war. "Tell the troops we will be leaving shortly. Is my apprentice here yet?"

"Commander Skywalker just reported in and is currently scouting the ship."

I should have known. "Very well."

"Oh and one other thing General, this ship is just out of the yards, yet to be official christened."

"So, we have to name her." Very appropriate. My first command of this size on a virgin ship.

"Yes sir. We thought to leave that up to you."

I stared at the ship, not thinking of its size or the streamline speed it could achieve, but my daughter and the ships she and Anakin were drawing just a few days ago. "Sassy." Sasha said the ships looked sassy, though I think she was trying to say classy, but then began giggling as Anakin teased her being Sassy Sasha.......

The clone blinked repeatedly. "Excuse me sir."

I repeated the name. "In honor of someone very special." And every time I heard it, I would think of Sasha, reminding me what I was fighting for. "We'd best get on board and underway."

"Yes General." With that, we were soon ready to take off, the engines firing and roaring.

Anakin and I stood together on the bridge and I could certainly tell how excited he was to be on this kind of ship and itching to fly it verses watching the clones.

"Don't worry Padawan, you'll get your chance."

"I certainly hope so, not to fly a ship like this."

"Coordinates are set General." I was hailed as we exited the lanes in air space lanes surrounding Coruscant.

"Engage."

"Yes sir." Another solute and within moments we watched as the stars blurred.

After a moment or so, I turned and started to leave the bridge with Anakin quickly tailing me.

"Where are you going? What can we do? Or is all the planning been done?"

"All that we can do at the moment." I told him, calling for the lift.

"Then why don't we go do something? I'm sure there is something we can do, like maybe I'll finally beat you in a spar."

"Maybe." I was sorely tempted to take him up on that, but knew with the little sleep I'd gotten, I wouldn't hold a candle to his rather nervous energy. "But I think what I need now is some sleep. We can spar later."

"Sleep?" He asked me as we stepped into the lift. "What do you want to do that for? It's not the middle of the night you know. Did you not sleep last night?"

Immediately thinking of how many times Meagan and I made love, I probably had quite a goofy smile on my face.

Anakin held up a hand. "Please don't answer that."

The lift came to a stop and I got off. "It's several days to the Knoid system. After I get some rest we can spar. For now, why don't you meditate or do some studying, review our plans again."

"You just don't want me to beat you."

"You can think that if you like Padawan." I told him as I walked down the hall to where our quarters were located and he the other to wherever he decided to go. I pressed in the codes and stepped into the room.

It was quite nice as far a generic quarters go. I guess being a General meant I got a slightly larger living area, not that it mattered, but it was nice to have a little separate sitting area with a desk and chair with my own terminal so I could work in here if I needed to. There wasn't a door but a wall was portioned in a way to separate it from where the bed and a small dresser was. Grabbing the small bag I brought along, I headed there. I sat down on the cot, realizing until this war was over, this small room would be home.

Sighing, I made myself more comfortable. I soon climbed into the bed, staring at the pictures of Meagan and Sasha that I brought along, the only personal items with me. I tugged the blanket up closer, already missing them with a deep ache but felt relieved that they were safe at the Temple, giving me a reason to come back home.

Drum roll please.......and our quote for the chapter...hoping to make you laugh here......lol.... from the Field of Dreams...don't we love a young Kevin Costner??

"Is this heaven?"

"No, it's Iowa."

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