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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 5/25/07 12:13am Subject: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Big Notice May 17th! - Date Edited: 5/17/08 4:48pm (11 edits total) Edited By: Azeria_Jade
	Star Wars Alternate Universe Shroud of Darkness by Azeria_Jade Beta-Readers Amidala_Skywalker and VaderLVR64 Timeframe: Approx. Revenge of the Sith (20 years before A New Hope) Update Schedule: Not yet established. I will PM you if you request it. Dedication: To George Lucas for setting the stage, Timothy Zahn for filling it with even greater characters and for the friends I have on tf.net. Acknowledgments: My Alternate Universe take on Star Wars has been my labour of love since around June of 2002. I kid you not. Shroud of Darkness had an early incarnation as a possible Episode 3 (obviously it was not yet out). But RL called and I abandoned the fic and the tf.net boards for a good long while. But the ideas that had taken root with the first few posts of SOD stayed with me. I kept writing. Slowly, the small red box underneath my bed began to fill with ideas. Soon even that was abandoned. In January of 2007 I was going through some old boxes when I stumbled across several partially finished fanfictions of my own in a small red box labeled "SWAU". Over a period of several days I went over everything and decided this was something far too much fun to give up on and started filling in some of the holes I had left. I rewrote the portions of Shroud of Darkness I had posted (now that revenge of the Sith had been released) and decided when I finished the fanfiction I would find myself a beta and let it loose on tf.net. Then on March 6th of this year at 11:46am I posted for the first time in a long while on the boards. I found myself a beta reader and now, for the first time since 2002, here is the re-released version of my Episode Three. Only this time, things might go a little differently. Dramatis Personae C-3P0 (droid - masculine programing) Dooku; Count (human male) Grievous; General (kaleesh cyborg) Obi-Wan Kenobi; Jedi Master (human male) Beru Lars (human female) Owen Lars (human male) Mon Mothma; Senator (human female) Sabé (human female) Sola Naberrie (human female) Bail Organa; Senator (human male) Palpatine; Supreme Chancellor (human male) R2-D2 (droid - masculine programing) Anakin Skywalker; Jedi Knight (human male) Padmé Amidala-Skywalker; Senator (human female) Mace Windu; Jedi Master (human male) Yoda; Jedi Master (unknown male) -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 5/25/07 12:14am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] - Date Edited: 6/14/07 3:19pm (4 edits total) Edited By: Azeria_Jade
	A long time ago, in a galaxy far, far away... The war between the Galactic Republic and the Separatists has left worlds in ruin. In desperation, the Separatists have begun to hire privateers to battle the formidable clone army. The Senate continues to vote more executive power to Supreme Chancellor Palpatine and after a recently foiled kidnapping attempt on the Supreme Chancellor, the majority of the Senate has decided that this war cannot afford to drag on any longer. As clones continue to increase the ranks of the Republic Army, a few of the Jedi are beginning to feel that Chancellor Palpatine's interests might not lie with their own. Meanwhile, Anakin Skywalker, now a full Jedi Knight, has yet to reveal his liaison with Senator Amidala. As he returns to Coruscant after a brief vacation spent on Naboo he wonders what the Council’s reaction will be... CORUSCANT The dark nondescript Republic shuttle slid through the atmosphere of the capital planet. Among the wide variety of passengers that begun to gather their things for departure, a cloaked figure hovered by the exit. As the ship landed on a platform, various beings could be seen waiting for the passengers. The cloaked figure waited for the others to brush past and then silently followed. A man with a scruffy brown beard moved forward to greet him. The cloaked figure pulled his hood back to reveal the handsome face of Anakin Skywalker. Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi smiled at his former student, and nodded his head in greeting. Anakin had been in dire need of a break from the unrelenting war they were in. He had certainly earned it after helping Obi-Wan foil General Grievous, the terrible cyborg who lead the Separatist’s army, in his attempt to kidnap the Chancellor. “It’s good to see you again, Anakin,” Obi-Wan said, slapping his friend on the shoulder. Anakin gave a slight smile, and for a fleeting moment Obi-Wan felt an odd tinge to his sense, but it passed in an instant. “You too, Master.” The two Jedi then turned to pass through the laughing crowd around them. * The Senate was especially unruly today, and it had taken Chancellor Palpatine several tries to calm the group. Finally, the shouts were reduced to murmurs between aids. Palpatine swept his piercing gaze across the room, his brow furrowed as if he was trying to read the minds of the senators. “I do realize that the separatists are a growing threat that concerns us all, but our army of clones is more than enough protection,” he smiled, as if he believed that his words would calm any twitches of doubt. It almost worked. “These clones are indeed an impressive force. Though I’d like to know where we got them all in such a short amount of time?” Senator Bail Organa spoke up. The tall dark man was a much respected politician, and Palpatine knew he would have to keep an eye on him. “You’d be surprised at how much our technology has progressed in the past decade. What was once deemed impossible is now commonplace,” Palpatine countered. Bail appeared to accept this, but there was still a slight look of suspicion on his face. Palpatine smiled again. Yes indeed, someone worth watching... * Jedi Masters Yoda and Mace Windu were waiting for Anakin and Obi-Wan as they entered the temple. Anakin’s gaze flickered briefly from their faces to the floor. Yoda tapped his gimer stick. “Finally adjusted to new arm, you are?” Yoda asked casually, moving forward to inspect the clearly mechanical replacement, Anakin had. The young Jedi clenched his fist in response. “Yes, Master Yoda, I’m no stranger to machines,” he said softly. “Is there anything you’d like to report to us?” Master Windu inquired. His face wore its usual blank expression, although he seemed to be regarding Anakin intently. The young Jedi Knight swallowed, and shook his head. “No, Master, everything is fine,” he answered slowly, trying to keep his nerves steady. Anakin could feel Obi-Wan’s sense relax slightly, but Windu and Yoda remained rigid. If they suspected anything, they held their peace. Yoda nodded, and hummed low in his throat. “Good to see you again, young Skywalker.” With that, Yoda and Windu brushed past Obi-Wan and Anakin. Left alone, they silently studied each other carefully. Their bond had not been mended in their month apart. “How’s Senator Amidala?” Obi-Wan asked. Anakin shrugged. “She’s fine.” “Your feelings reveal you, Padawan. They have not changed,” Obi-Wan admonished him. Now that they had a moments peace together, he wanted to have a long talk with his Padawan. “Let’s go...” -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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tasujad Registered: Jun '05	Date Posted: 5/25/07 2:09am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A]
	If the story has been cooking so long, then it must be quite good... so let's see where the force is taking us -----signature----- The force is ALWAYS with me * *well almost always - i hope
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Milteck Registered: Jul '06	Date Posted: 5/25/07 3:26am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A]
	Add me to the pm list Definitely a powerful beginning and wonder what Anakin and Obi-Wan are going to talk about Padme perhaps. Anakin also seems calmer, not eager to learn about the Dark Side or frantically worried about Padme. Perhaps all he needed was two weeks vacation to unwind with Padme... Does Anakin know that Padme is pregnant, I assume it was with her that he was with on Naboo. Unless of course he was visiting our old friend Jar Jar Did the battle over Coruscant still take place? If it did, could you clarify if this takes place two weeks after that battle. Grievous is mentioned briefly and Dooku not at all. Are they both still alive or dead? Once again, great start and look forward to next update D.M. -----signature----- Milteck Vector Prime: A New Beginning: http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/26806805/p1/?4 Dawn of a New Age: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25874280/p1/?241 Trial by Fire: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28846017/p1
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KELIA Title: The Pretty in Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 5/25/07 4:23am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A]
	Oooohhh very intriguing. It seems Obi-Wan is finally willing to confront Anakin on his feelings for Padme. That should be an interesting conversation to say the least. I'm glad to see Bail is not so accepting of everything Palpatine says. Please add me to your PM list. Looking forward to more -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 NaNaWriMo Progress: 32,105
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VaderLVR64 Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 5/25/07 6:48am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A]
	Please PM me, I don't want to miss a post. I love this. A lot! -----signature----- R.I.P John, Alex, Jason, and Christian Never forgotten Soldiers' Angels http://soldiersangels.org/ 2114 soldiers waiting for someone to care
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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 5/25/07 4:47pm Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A]
	tasujad posted: If the story has been cooking so long, then it must be quite good... so let's see where the force is taking us Indeed! Thanks for reading and the reply! Milteck posted: Add me to the pm list Definitely a powerful beginning and wonder what Anakin and Obi-Wan are going to talk about Padme perhaps. Anakin also seems calmer, not eager to learn about the Dark Side or frantically worried about Padme. Perhaps all he needed was two weeks vacation to unwind with Padme... Does Anakin know that Padme is pregnant, I assume it was with her that he was with on Naboo. Unless of course he was visiting our old friend Jar Jar Did the battle over Coruscant still take place? If it did, could you clarify if this takes place two weeks after that battle. Grievous is mentioned briefly and Dooku not at all. Are they both still alive or dead? Once again, great start and look forward to next update D.M. So many questions! Don't worry, much of what you seek shall unfold! KELIA posted: Oooohhh very intriguing. It seems Obi-Wan is finally willing to confront Anakin on his feelings for Padme. That should be an interesting conversation to say the least. I'm glad to see Bail is not so accepting of everything Palpatine says. Please add me to your PM list. Looking forward to more Thanks for the reply and I do think Bail has enough smarts to know Palpatine is UP TO SOMETHING. VaderLVR64 posted: Please PM me, I don't want to miss a post. I love this. A lot! Thanks! Thanks for reading everyone! It means a lot! -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 5/25/07 4:58pm Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] - Date Edited: 6/14/07 3:20pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Azeria_Jade
	I'm doing two posts in one day in honor of the 30th Anniversary! Happy Birthday Star Wars! It's been great! NABOO: THEED The administrative offices of Theed Palace were spacious and splendidly decorated. This particular office was a pale green color, and had a few family holos scattered on the walls. In the room’s four corners, a cheery plant was placed. And in the center of the floor lay an elaborate wooden desk, along with a dark haired woman seated at it. Behind her a large glass window let in the sunlight and allowed her a magnificent look at her world. Padmé Amidala (Skywalker) was sorting through a large pile of paperwork when her sister Sola, burst into the room. Her usual tidy appearance was in disarray, and she was trying to catch her breath as she collapsed into a small chair before Padmé. “I... got your message,” she puffed. “What’s going on?” She glanced up at her sister. Her brow was furrowed with a deep concern. Padmé felt an ache develop inside her - why couldn’t she have informed her family sooner? “Sola, I want to talk about Anakin,” she said, getting to her feet. She was beautifully dressed, as always, in a flowery yellow dress with matching hair piece – it was Anakin’s favorite. Her sister began to smile. When she had taken the Jedi padawan to meet her family over a month ago they had welcomed him with open arms. “Ah, you need any tips?” Sola’s worry had vanished, replaced by her customary cheerfulness. “No, I want to confess something,” Padmé turned away from her, to face the large open window. It revealed to her all the glorious splendor of Naboo. Her home, her wonderful home. “Anakin and I. We--” She took a slow, deep breath. “We’re married.” She could feel her sister’s stunned silence wash up against her back. She tortured her lower lip with her teeth and waited for the astonished exclamations to begin. To her surprise, they didn’t. Sola got up from her seat and moved over beside Padmé, resting a slender hand on her shoulder. “Why didn’t you tell us?” “Because it’s forbidden for a Jedi, and since I am such a public figure...” she trailed off, her pain showing in her voice and the tears that began to well in her soft brown eyes. She faced her sister. Sola’s expression read hurt and sympathy. “They always talk of love being the most powerful emotion,” Sola whispered, trying to offer some advice, or comfort. Padmé dabbed away at her tears. “I tried to tell myself that it would be foolish, and even now I know that it is. We were talking one night and I told him it would destroy us.” The senator felt an emotional shudder ripple through her body. “It will. Our love is a terrible thing.” “No!” Padmé jerked in surprise at the force in her sister’s voice. Sola looked furious at Padmé’s words. “How can you possibly say that? There is no such thing as a terrible love; rather it’s a precious gift that too few out there enjoy. You can’t tell yourself that, and personally, I think it’s wrong for the Jedi to put such binders on their disciples.” At this, Padmé gasped. How could her sister say such things about the Republic’s protectors? Though, her sister was on a roll and continued speaking. “You can’t force yourself to feel something for a person, you can’t just say to yourself ‘I will love, or not love, this person’.” “I...” For one of the few times in her life, Padmé was speechless. “Anyway, this Anakin seems like he’s a very special person.” Sola moved to hug her sister. Padmé gratefully embraced her and agreed, “He is.” They were silent for a moment, basking in the sun’s warm glow. Here, it didn’t seem possible that the evils in the galaxy above could ever touch them. "Cherish what you have together,” Sola said, pulling gently away and looking out the window towards the sky. “I have this feeling that you’re not going to have much peace for a while yet.” CORUSCANT: JEDI TEMPLE Master Yoda was sitting in a darkened room, meditating. The small green Jedi was definite proof that you should never judge by appearances. Strange images flashed through his mind, many possible futures. Skywalker... Fire... Pain... Darkness... But, the light - the incredible light! He twitched. Choices... He opened his eyes, to pinpoint Master Windu and Jedi Kenobi both sitting on flat, cushioned seats across from him. Waiting patiently, they were regarding Yoda oddly. “What do you see?” Windu asked calmly. However, buried deep inside, he felt a dark apprehension. Things were happening much too fast in the galaxy for his liking; one wrong move and terrible things could befall them. Yoda sighed. The Jedi relied on his voice too much, rather when they needed to make their own judgments. “Much I see, many paths that could be taken,” he said. “Anakin?” Obi-Wan asked. His devotion to the young Jedi was, of course, admirable. A trait he inherited from his late Master, Qui-Gon Jinn. “I see much pain in store for him,” Yoda admitted, “and much darkness.” Windu looked startled at this. It had not occurred to any of them that the Dark Side could touch the one of the prophecy. “He will not fail,” Obi-Wan insisted, passion flooding into his voice. “Anakin is the Chosen One. His destiny has been cast to fulfill the prophecy!” Yoda shook his head, not so much with denial than with worry. “Not always certain, is the future.” “But the prophecy-” Obi-Wan began, when Yoda interrupted him. “So certain are you, of what the prophecy is?” He slapped his stick against the floor, and gave the Jedi Knight a stern look. Obi-Wan bit his lip and held his peace. The prophecy was a sore point between many Jedi. It was obvious that Master Yoda didn’t want to start a confrontation of beliefs. Obi-Wan sighed, subjected to the great weight of stress upon his shoulders. Now that it had been revealed that Dooku, an ex-Jedi and former student of Master Yoda’s no less, had been seduced, seemingly unknowing, by the Dark Side. Dark times were fast approaching, and the thing was, no one seemed to be able to stop it. Obi-Wan looked out the window to the chaotic swarm of vehicles speeding through the airways. Anakin, what is your true power? What is your destiny? -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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Milteck Registered: Jul '06	Date Posted: 5/25/07 5:48pm Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 05/25/07
	Another great update But what happened during that long walk between Obi-Wan and Anakin in the first Chapter? Somehow, don't think they were talking about old times. D.M. -----signature----- Milteck Vector Prime: A New Beginning: http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/26806805/p1/?4 Dawn of a New Age: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25874280/p1/?241 Trial by Fire: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28846017/p1
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KELIA Title: The Pretty in Pink Fan Fic Manager Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 5/28/07 5:38am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 05/25/07
	How lovely Sola was so supportive of Padme. I'm sure Padme will need all the support she can get. I can't blame Yoda for being so cautious and I hope Obi-Wan seriously considers his warnings. Perhaps he can help alter Anakin's destiny... Great update -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 NaNaWriMo Progress: 32,105
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Minela Registered: Apr '05	Date Posted: 5/28/07 7:38am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 05/25/07
	I thought there for a second that Anakin would confide in Obi-Wan, but it was Padme who told the secret. I'm interested to see where you will take this, if you thought about it for so long it must be a good story. Add me to the PM. -----signature----- The Heart of Lord Vader http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/22267411/p1/?2 Do or do not, there is no try.-Yoda http://www.myspace.com/jedinela Check out my movie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC9KrmNpoQg
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VaderLVR64 Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 5/29/07 5:17am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 05/25/07
	Loved it! Dark times were fast approaching, and the thing was, no one seemed to be able to stop it. Obi-Wan looked out the window to the chaotic swarm of vehicles speeding through the airways. Anakin, what is your true power? What is your destiny? Dark times indeed. -----signature----- R.I.P John, Alex, Jason, and Christian Never forgotten Soldiers' Angels http://soldiersangels.org/ 2114 soldiers waiting for someone to care
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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 6/9/07 9:00pm Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 05/25/07
	Milteck posted: Another great update But what happened during that long walk between Obi-Wan and Anakin in the first Chapter? Somehow, don't think they were talking about old times. D.M. Anakin reminiscing? He who always looks to the future? Probably not. Hope you enjoy the next update. KELIA posted: How lovely Sola was so supportive of Padme. I'm sure Padme will need all the support she can get. I can't blame Yoda for being so cautious and I hope Obi-Wan seriously considers his warnings. Perhaps he can help alter Anakin's destiny... Great update I loved the deleted scenes with Padmé's family and the relationship she seemed to have with her sister. I wanted to give her a little larger role here because I like to think Padmé would stay close with her family. Thanks for reading! Minela posted: I thought there for a second that Anakin would confide in Obi-Wan, but it was Padme who told the secret. I'm interested to see where you will take this, if you thought about it for so long it must be a good story. Add me to the PM. You got it! Thanks a bunch for joining us here! VaderLVR64 posted: Loved it! Dark times were fast approaching, and the thing was, no one seemed to be able to stop it. Obi-Wan looked out the window to the chaotic swarm of vehicles speeding through the airways. Anakin, what is your true power? What is your destiny? Dark times indeed. Only going to get darker... -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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Azeria_Jade Title: Tipoca City Webmistress Vancouver BC CA Registered: Feb '01	Date Posted: 6/9/07 9:11pm Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] - Date Edited: 6/14/07 3:21pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Azeria_Jade
	Anakin Skywalker was not a particularly patient person, especially when it came to his Jedi abilities. He had challenged Master Windu to three lightsaber battles in the past standard week, and lost them all. The fact that he might not be as good as he thought he was irritated him immensely. Intense sessions of practicing between the duels didn’t appear to have helped much. Then again, what was he doing wrong? However, Obi-Wan had spouted a seemingly endless array of ‘helpful’ suggestions. Anakin sighed. Perhaps he should try harder with his Master – could he be correct about these few things? He unconsciously clenched his mechanical fist. Before, he had been so sure that he could handle anything easily, but now, well, life was a lot more uncertain. He smiled slightly, thinking of Padmé. She was someone he could tell anything to; he could count on his angel for anything. Nevertheless, when he needed her, she wasn’t here, and he needed someone to talk to. He stood and headed for the door. CORUSCANT: SENATE OFFICES Chancellor Palpatine loved the large window in his office. He would frequently stand there and gaze out at the passing people - physical evidence of the power he had. He lifted a hand to stroke a long finger down his cheek. That wasn’t the only physical evidence he’d obtained. He turned as his office door slid open, and smiled at the young man who strode in. “Welcome, young Skywalker,” he greeted him, clasping his hands behind his back. “What brings you here today?” “I need your advice,” Anakin blurted. Palpatine took his seat behind his desk, and motioned for Anakin to do the same. The young Jedi Knight complied and stared off distraught into space. He needed help, and he always felt comfortable around the Supreme Chancellor, who seemed to understand him well. “If I can advise, I shall,” Palpatine replied, leaning back in his seat. This should be interesting. “I broke one of the most important rules imposed by the Jedi Council,” he admitted. “I believe I followed my heart, but I’m afraid to talk to the Council.” “What did you do?” “I'm married. To Pad—Senator Amidala,” he confessed, and after a moment, added quickly, “I love her.” Anakin half-expected Palpatine to reel back in shock, but the old man just sat there, his face impassive. The Republic Chancellor regarded the Jedi silently for a moment, before he gave judgment. “I see, and you think the Jedi would not approve?” “No, they never approve of anything about me, or anything that I do. It was pure luck that they accepted me as a Jedi. Originally, they thought I was too old.” He sighed, slumping into the seat. “I think you should keep this a secret,” Palpatine said, sitting up, and addressing him carefully. Anakin blinked in surprise at his puzzling mentor. Not tell them? Could you keep secrets from the Masters? Well, he probably could. “Anakin, I care about your well being - do you really want to risk your Masters’ wrath? This little secret can’t possibly hurt anyone.” “I guess, but-” “Do you want to take the risk that they might make you leave Senator Amidala?” That sent such a ripple of alarm through Anakin that it became reflected on his face. That hadn’t occurred to him - his mind was made up now. He rose and gave a shallow bow to Chancellor Palpatine. “I thank you for your guidance, sir,” he said, respectfully. With that, he marched out. Palpatine smiled, everything was going smoothly... NABOO: THEED Padmé, while she did not enjoy medical checkups, was pleased that she had an excuse for a brief escape from the pressing matters that seemed to be relentlessly tormenting her days. Now that she thought about it, there was a twinge of contempt at being prodded by cold medical equipment. However, she went through the examination without much complaint, and afterwards, was asked to wait in the lounge. Stepping out of Dr. Aris' office, she took a seat in the corner, her cloak around her and her hood drawn up to hide her face. She wanted to be at peace from the pressures of the public eye. To pass the time, she turned her gaze to the lounge’s other occupants. There was an old man with a cane leaning back in his seat, eyes closed. His lips were moving slightly, as if he were talking to himself. Moving on, a young mother was waiting with her two daughters - the similarities between them were so obvious. The smaller girl, a mere baby, was crying into her mother’s shoulder. The mother, occupied with her distraught baby, didn’t notice her elder daughter was slowly inching away. Padmé was now anxiously watching for the medic. As nice as it was to just sit here alone, she did have her duties. “Hi.” Padmé turned at the voice. Standing before her was elder of young girls - perhaps seven years old. “Hello,” she responded, giving the girl a warm smile. “I’m Sairah, that’s my mom and my baby sis, Wehnde. Are you sick?” Padmé felt a ripple of mirth run through her at Sairah’s blunt, honest manner. If only more people could have the honesty that children seemed to posess. “Just a checkup,” she replied. “My name is Padmé.” “That’s a pretty name. It means ‘truth’,” Sairah stated. Padmé blinked in surprise. “How did you know that?” “My great-grandma’s name was Padmé. Oh, it’s my turn!” Sairah’s mother had risen from her chair with a now calm baby. She moved towards the door where a male medic was waiting. Sairah turned to go and smiled up at Padmé, “Bye!” She sprinted off. Children were such wonders; they were so pure, so derived of any evil. Why couldn’t people retain that innocence as they grew up? Why did greed and dark impulses have to appear? “M’lady?” Padmé looked up at her medic and got to her feet. Dr. Aris had a somewhat nervous look on her face, and her manner was certainly agitated. “What is it?” “Well, I have some wonderful news. I sincerely hope you will be pleased.” “Tell me.” Inside his room at the Jedi Temple, Anakin awoke from a deep sleep. He had felt something like a tremor of shock in the Force. He stretched out, but couldn’t find the source or anything wrong. He wondered what it had been. And why was his mind suddenly filled with thoughts of Padmé, and a small indefinite figure? Padmé turned away from the medic, her liquid brown eyes filled with... Joy? Dismay? The medic shifted uneasily behind her. “Pregnant?” she whispered to herself. -----signature----- Star Wars Alternate Universe Fanfiction: Shroud of Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/Message.aspx?topic=26793660&brd=10476&replies=1 Spoiler free for Shadows of Mindor!
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Minela Registered: Apr '05	Date Posted: 6/10/07 8:07am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 06/09/07
	Stupid Palpatine!! I hope Anakin will confide in Obi-Wan when he finds out Padme is pregers. Good post. -----signature----- The Heart of Lord Vader http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/22267411/p1/?2 Do or do not, there is no try.-Yoda http://www.myspace.com/jedinela Check out my movie: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LC9KrmNpoQg
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VaderLVR64 Title: Manager Emeritus Registered: Feb '04	Date Posted: 6/11/07 4:43am Subject: RE: Shroud of Darkness [EP3 rewrite/ AU twist/ touch of EU and A/A] Updated: 06/09/07
	Padmé turned away from the medic, her liquid brown eyes filled with... Joy? Dismay? The medic shifted uneasily behind her. “Pregnant?” she whispered to herself. AH yes, that moment of "I'm WHAT??" -----signature----- R.I.P John, Alex, Jason, and Christian Never forgotten Soldiers' Angels http://soldiersangels.org/ 2114 soldiers waiting for someone to care
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