Chapter

8

Naboo

The refugee ship had finally arrived to Padme's home planet where her political career had begun. Anakin, Padme, Wheelie, R2-D2, and Bumblebee made their way to the capital city of Theed where the queen and her royal court were expecting the senator. Bumblebee and Wheelie stayed in their vehicle modes so as to avoid the risk of being exposed and causing a panic.

"I wasn't the youngest queen ever elected, but now that I think back on it I'm not sure I was old enough. I'm not sure I was ready" said Padme.

"The people you served thought you did a good job. I heard they tried to amend the constitution so you could stay in office." said Anakin.

"Say with that kinda track record I'd want to stay in office too." Said Wheelie still in his toy truck form.

"I was relieved when my two terms were over, but when the queen asked me to serve as senator, I couldn't refuse her Padme said."

"I agree with her. I think the Republic needs you. I'm glad that you chose to serve" said Anakin as they made their way into the palace.

In the throne room Queen Jamillia, four hand maidens, the queen's advisers, and Governor Sio Bibble along with two guards were discussing the possibility of the republic creating an army to conquer the separatist threat and the introduction of the Autobots and Decepticons.

"If the senate votes to create an army I'm sure it's going to push us into a civil war." Padme said concerned.

"It's unthinkable. There hasn't been a full scale war since the formation of the republic." Said Governor Bibble.

"Do you see any way, through negotiations, to bring the separatists back into the Republic?" The Queen asked

"Not if they feel threatened. My guess is that they'll turn to the Trade Federation or the Commerce Guilds for help" said the Senator.

" It's outrageous but after four trials in the Supreme Court Nute Gunray is still the Viceroy of the Trade Federation. I fear the Senate is powerless to resolve this crisis, and if these "Decepticons" form an alliance with the Trade Federation, they may have an army that the republic may not be able to defend itself from"said the Governor worried.

"We must keep our faith in the Republic. The day we stop believing democracy can work is the day we lose it" said the Queen.

"Let's pray that day never comes" said Padme as she joined the Queen and her court as they were leaving the throne room.

"In the meantime we must consider your own safety" said the Queen.

"I have my Autobot bodyguards here with me, in case of a Decepticon attack" said Padme.

Outside the throne room Wheelie stood proudly as the senator mentioned him and Bumblebee while still maintaining a low profile.

"What is your suggestion master Jedi" the Governor asked?

"Oh Anakin's not a Jedi yet he's still a Padawan learner " said Padme.

"But I was thinking..." "Hold on a minute" Anakin interrupted.

"Excuse me! I was thinking I would stay in the lake country. There's some places up there that are really isolated" said Padme.

"Excuse me! I'm in charge of security here Milady" said Anakin.

" And this is my home I know it very well that is why we're here. I think it would be wise if you took advantage of my knowledge in this instance" said Padme.

"Sorry Milady" said Anakin

Well there's chapter 8 for you sorry it took so long I've been babysitting my three month old niece. Anyway I don't own any thing this is all Disney and what not hope you guys enjoy the chapter next time we'll finally be on Kamino until then see ya.