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jmsbndgrl Registered: Dec '04	Date Posted: 6/29/05 6:30pm Subject: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P Completed, Epilogue Posted 7/11 - Date Edited: 3/4/06 11:03am (14 edits total) Edited By: jmsbndgrl
	This fic is all darksideyesplease's fault! He wrote The Dating Game, and then this plot bunny started hopping. I had to make it stop, so I started writing this. Special thanks to darksideyesplease for betaing this, and all of his support. Now, on with the fic... Title: More to Life Genre: Romance, slight humor, AU Characters: Obi Wan, Sabé, Anakin, and Padmé Summary: In this AU, Anakin is 21 and Padmé is 25. They are not married nor or they dating each other. They know each other from years past, but they have not interacted with one another since the events of The Phantom Menace. In this story, Anakin defeated Darth Sidious three months ago, and is the perfect Jedi Knight. Padmé is a hardworking Senator trying to serve the galaxy. However, both are driving the people around them crazy. You’ll have to read to find out what happens! Chapter 1: Hard work at the Jedi Temple Eleven years ago, Obi-Wan Kenobi had been given the task of training Anakin Skywalker. It was said that Anakin was the “chosen one” and would bring balance to the Force. The Jedi Council gave Obi-Wan orders to be very strict in his training of the boy, since Anakin started training late in life. Most Jedi initiates started training from early childhood, but Anakin was not found until he was ten years old. Anakin may have been older when he entered the temple, but he picked up skills quickly thanks to Obi-Wan’s rigorous training program and Anakin’s natural talent. Three months ago, Anakin defeated the evil Sith Lord, Darth Sidious. The prophecy had been fulfilled and Anakin was formally knighted. Staring out a window out upon the Coruscant skyline, Obi-Wan remembered how proud he was of his former padawan. However, that was before he heard a nagging voice from the doorway behind him. “Master, shouldn’t you be meditating before your meeting before the council?” Sighing, Obi-Wan replied, “Yes Anakin, but I was taking some time to enjoy the view.” “That’s nice, but your meeting is in less than an hour, you should be mentally preparing yourself. You will want to be focused in that meeting,” replied Anakin. Obi-Wan smirked at that, if only Anakin knew what he and the council were going to discuss. Ever since Anakin’s defeat of Darth Sidious, the boy was constantly training to enhance his skills. Unfortunately, he was following the outdated Jedi Code to the letter, and questioned others who strayed from the code. Anakin’s training had included a thorough grounding in the old Jedi Code. The council felt that given Anakin’s age the code should be drilled into him to ensure he stayed away from the dark side. Therefore in Anakin’s mind, his job was to defend justice in the galaxy and train hard to enhance his knowledge and skill with the Force. Anakin was a model follower of the old code, constantly training to better himself, it is a pity no other Jedi followed the code as closely as Anakin. Obi-Wan did train and meditate to enhance his skills, but it did not consume his every waking moment. He took time off just to enjoy life. Obi-Wan knew being a Jedi was important, but he would go crazy if he did not relax from time to time whether by himself or with his girlfriend Sabé. Obi-Wan smirked again; Anakin would probably accuse him of being one with the dark side if he knew that Obi-Wan had a girlfriend because the old code said that attachments were forbidden. Of course, Obi-Wan always wondered what Anakin’s reaction would be if and when he found out Masters Yoda and Yaddle were married! “I’ll meditate in a little bit, why don’t you run along and get some lunch, I doubt you ate today with your training schedule,” said Obi-Wan. “Yes Master.” “Anakin, you are a knight now, you do not have to call me master anymore. Call me Obi-Wan.” “Yes Mm…Obi-Wan.” Obi-Wan smiled. “Very well, see you later.” With that, Anakin left the room. Obi-Wan was not going to meditate, he was simply going to continue to stare out his window and relax. Formal meditation seemed too much like work and would only stress him out. For the last three months, Anakin had been reciting the Jedi Code and the importance of work to anyone who appeared to be listening. It was grating on everyone’s nerves, and it was time to discuss a solution. Hopefully this afternoon’s meeting would be productive, until then Obi-Wan would watch speeders and ships weave around the majestic skyline of Coruscant. -----signature----- "Even accountants have imagination." - Vesper Lynd - Casino Royale Angel #3 - An Obi-Wan fan lost in a world of Anakin fangirls! Blondes may have more fun, but Edward prefers brunettes!
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darksideyesplease Registered: Feb '05	Date Posted: 6/29/05 6:37pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P
	yes and here it is. just want to publicly thank you for such the sweet comments, for me to inspire someone to write a story, especially a multiple chapter story, that's just great. and I like this story, not being bias.. promise. you must all read this story or I will kill anakin in every story i ever write Yes, I sense another great mush story on it's way... Goooooood. It gives me focus and jms=sweetie. really nice girl, I enjoy our conversations. good luck and to everyone, READ OR ANAKIN SHALL NOT LIVE. -----signature----- FelsGoddess AU inspired by upcoming Clone War release http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28104890/p1/?0 Anakin, Padme, Ahsoka, Obi-Wan
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AP4EVER Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 6/29/05 7:52pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P
	Now this is truly bizzare! Anakin is the one anal about the code, and Obi-Wan is the one with a hidden girlfriend? Talk about an AU! So you were bitten by a plot bunny that came out of The Dating Game, huh? I loved that story too! You've caught my attention and I shall not waiver. Can't wait to read more! -----signature----- "And so sitting around and guarding me is not your idea of fun." Padme "We could be doing better and more exciting things." Anakin AotC Novel (Salvatore) Noodle (1988-2006) Life will never be the same without you
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HandmaidenVeme Registered: Jun '04	Date Posted: 6/30/05 12:00am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P
	Very interesting, Anakin Skywalker, a Jedi-nerd !? I'm hooked. Please PM me when you update. I can't wait to see hwat happens when he finally loosens up . -----signature----- Angel #1 the "Mischievous" one "Anakin Skywalker's Towel Girl" Team Edward!
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LumiKuningatar Registered: Nov '03	Date Posted: 6/30/05 12:34am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P
	Oh dear me ... I liked the post, I reallly did.. anakin as a .. well, dweeb.. didn't see that coming.. Of course, Obi-Wan always wondered what Anakin’s reaction would be if and when he found out Masters Yoda and Yaddle were married! The above quote had me in a fit of giggles.. don't ask why.. Loved it though.. Still trying to surpress the laughter.. Not succeeding, at all.. -----signature----- Tell a man there are 400 billion stars and he'll believe you, tell a man that a bench is wet and he'll have to touch it... Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam. It's a bird, no wait a plane.. damn.. it IS a b
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Lexi Title: Classic Trilogy Trivia Winner Registered: Oct '02	Date Posted: 6/30/05 3:30am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P
	This will be very interesting. Nice twist there with Anakin as a model Jedi. I'll definitely be reading this one. That thing about Yoda and Yaddle made me laugh as well. Good thing I was alone or else people would have looked at me funny. -----signature----- "The force is strong with you, young Skywalker, but you are not a jedi yet."
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jmsbndgrl Registered: Dec '04	Date Posted: 6/30/05 5:59am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	Darksideyesplease: Don't you give Anakin enough problems in your stories? Do you have to add death to that list? Besides, you know what my reaction will be if you kept killing him off. Thanks again for all the help with this story. AP4Ever: Yes, very AU. I thought Obi-Wan needed a break from perfect Jedi Duty. The first couple of chapters will be a little slow because I have to provide some background, since as you can tell I've messed with the character. However, I promise it will pick up. Thanks for reading. Handmaiden Veme: It will take him a while to loosen up. He's a bit slow. Thanks for reading. Lumikuningatar: Glad I could make you laugh. Thanks for reading. Lexi: Thanks for reading! I'm posting chapter 2 now, like I said earlier, this will start a little slow, but I promise it will pickup. I might post chapter 3 later today. Chapter 2: Hard work at the Senate “Milady, here is your meeting schedule for this afternoon. Is there anything else you require?” “No Sabé, thank you. I will call you if I need anything.” Sabé left the office of her friend and employer, Senator Padmé Amidala. As she walked away, she shook her head. Another day of back-to-back meetings. She worried that if Padmé did not slow down she was going to work her way into an early grave. There were two reasons why her friend worked as hard as she did. The first reason was that Padmé felt it was her duty to better the galaxy for all living beings through her position as the Senator from Naboo. However, besides this more noble reason, Padmé worked because she feared attachment. In particular, she feared getting hurt due to an attachment. Padmé was very beautiful, and men fawned over her all the time. Unfortunately, when she first became the Senator of Naboo she dated a few senators who used her to gain political favor and then dumped her. This hurt Padmé deeply because it made her feel inadequate. After the third time a fellow senator used her, Padmé vowed to never let it happen again. She kept herself so busy that she did not have time for socialization with anyone except her handmaidens. Sabé understood Padmé’s reasons for working, but she knew it was unhealthy. Before her friend was senator, Padmé had dreamed of finding love and having a family. Now she buried herself in work to hide herself because a few idiots had hurt her. Padmé was repressing her dreams because of a few bad experiences Sabé walked to the window of the Senate office building and glanced in the direction of the Jedi Temple. If only Padmé could find a man like her Obi-Wan, someone kind, caring, and romantic. Life as a handmaiden was stressful, but she could always count on Obi-Wan to listen to her when she needed him. Padmé needed someone like him so that she did not have to bear the weight of the galaxy alone. “I wonder what Obi-Wan is doing now,” sighed Sabé. She knew he had a meeting with the Jedi Council this afternoon about his former padawan. She sincerely hoped it went well, because Anakin was making her boyfriend crazy. Apparently, Anakin had a work obsession just like Padmé. Sabé wondered what his excuse was. Just then, a buzzer sounded calling her to Padmé’s office. Bowing her head slightly as she entered Padmé’s office Sabé greeted her with a simple, “Yes Milady.” “Hello Sabé, I was wondering what are you doing tonight?” “Oh…. I am going out to dinner with Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi.” Padmé’s face fell, but she quickly recovered and smiled at her friend. “That sound’s nice, I hope you have a good time.” Sabé caught the shift in her friend’s expression and asked, “What will you be doing this evening, milady?” “Nothing, I was going to stay at home.” Sensing the loneliness in Padmé’s tone, Sabé offered, “Would you care to go to dinner with me and Obi-Wan, I’m sure he wouldn’t mind?” “Oh no, I could not intrude like that. You go and enjoy your dinner. Besides, I ummm… have some senate reports I need to read before tomorrow anyways.” Sabé sighed, “If you insist milady. Is there anything else you need?” “No, thank you. Actually, I think I am set for the rest of the day. Why don’t you leave now and get ready for your date.” “Are you sure?” “Yes, I’ll be fine. Have a wonderful time tonight.” Bowing, Sabé replied, “As you wish milady.” She then turned and left the office. She would gather her things in the next room and leave for her apartment. She felt bad leaving, she knew Padmé had wanted her to stay and chat with her tonight. She would have cancelled her date with Obi-Wan, but Padmé would not have allowed it now that she knew about the dinner plans. As Sabé took a taxi to her apartment she reflected on her friend’s predicament. If only Padmé could find someone like Obi-Wan to be with, she might find greater fulfillment in her life. She might also be a lot happier. A great feeling of melancholy fell over Sabé as she thought of her friend. Hopefully Obi-Wan would be able to lift her spirits later tonight. -----signature----- "Even accountants have imagination." - Vesper Lynd - Casino Royale Angel #3 - An Obi-Wan fan lost in a world of Anakin fangirls! Blondes may have more fun, but Edward prefers brunettes!
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Alethia Registered: Feb '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 6:36am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	Interesting take, I must say. Anakin and Obi-Wan having their roles reversed. I have to admit that it's definitely different to read Anakin following the Code to the letter and Obi-Wan the Jedi with a girl friend. Nice job for a first fic. -----signature----- Jen, High Scholar and Ponderer of all Things Verily Blue, and Official caller of Suz, Crusader of Heretics and Knight of the Blue 1000 Now sacrificing Movie Garfield E-married to the dashing KT
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LumiKuningatar Registered: Nov '03	Date Posted: 6/30/05 8:28am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	ooh, Padme seems depressed and a tad jealous.. or was it my imagination? -----signature----- Tell a man there are 400 billion stars and he'll believe you, tell a man that a bench is wet and he'll have to touch it... Catapultam habeo. Nisi pecuniam omnem mihi dabis, ad caput tuum saxum immane mittam. It's a bird, no wait a plane.. damn.. it IS a b
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Lexi Title: Classic Trilogy Trivia Winner Registered: Oct '02	Date Posted: 6/30/05 9:10am Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	Padmé and Anakin seems to have a lot in common. They really are meant to be together. Thanks for the PM. -----signature----- "The force is strong with you, young Skywalker, but you are not a jedi yet."
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darksideyesplease Registered: Feb '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 2:58pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	yep i won't say much, but i have read the first few chappie's and this is really just a nice setup for everything. -----signature----- FelsGoddess AU inspired by upcoming Clone War release http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28104890/p1/?0 Anakin, Padme, Ahsoka, Obi-Wan
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AP4EVER Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 3:19pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.2) updated 6/30
	(evil chuckle) Something tells me good 'ole Sabe has an idea brewin'. And that same something also says that once she and Obi-Wan gets a talkin'...well, let's just say things are gonna get good. Hehehe Good post! More please! -----signature----- "And so sitting around and guarding me is not your idea of fun." Padme "We could be doing better and more exciting things." Anakin AotC Novel (Salvatore) Noodle (1988-2006) Life will never be the same without you
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jmsbndgrl Registered: Dec '04	Date Posted: 6/30/05 5:51pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.3) updated 6/30
	Alethia: I had to do things differently! Thanks for reading. LumiKuningatar: Probably both, but she doesn't completely realize it yet. Lexi: Of course they are meant to be together, it might just take them a while. Darksideyesplease: Yes, only let you read chapters 1-4. Its only fair, you make me wait on your fics. AP4EVER: Hmmm...you think so? Here's the next chapter.... Chapter 3: The Jedi Council Obi-Wan walked into the center of the Jedi Council Chamber and bowed to the members of the council. Once the formalities were finished, Jedi Master Mace Windu called the meeting to order. “Knight Kenobi, I assume you know why we have called you here today?” “Yes Master, you wish to discuss the behavior of my former Padawan, Knight Skywalker.” “Yes, the boy is very talented, but this obsession with following the old Jedi Code is going to drive us all insane.” “Masters, although the code does have its good points, why were no adjustments made over the years to the obsolete portions?” Ki Adi Mundi interjected, “Because we never saw a need to change the code. Most Jedi disregard the more old fashioned parts of the code. The code is seen as guidance for our actions, but not as the law of our lives. Only Knight Skywalker seems to take the code seriously.” “Well, in his defense, this council did request that I drill him rigorously in the code during his training.” “Yes, yes. Thought it best, we did,” replied Master Yoda. “Yes, I understand the concerns the council had about Anakin and the dark side, but I think we would all agree that he has proven he will not fall prey to the charms of the dark side. After all, he did vanquish the Sith. Now we are living with the consequences of his unique training program.” As Obi-Wan finished his speech, the entire council chamber fell into silence as all members contemplated this statement. “He must unlearn, what he has learned,” Master Yoda replied, breaking the silence. A murmur rang around the chamber. “But Master Yoda, how can we change Anakin’s mind about the code. He seems to be set in his ways,” replied Obi-Wan. “Train him to use the code, we did. Now show him there is more to life, we must.” “How should we do that?” “Not we, Obi-Wan. Show him, you must. His teacher, you were.” Master Windu interjected, “He trusts and admires you. It will be easier for him to learn from you. However, you will need to be subtle. If Anakin suspects that we are trying to force a change in his behavior, he might resist. It could confuse the boy and lead to far worse consequences than those we face today.” “Subtle? How should I do that? I do not know how!” Exclaimed Obi-Wan. “Use your feelings Obi-Wan, and find a way to train him, you will.” Replied Master Yoda. Silence fell upon the chamber again as Obi-Wan stared at the diminutive Jedi Master. “Very well master, I will do what I feel is right.” With that, Obi-Wan bowed to the council and left the chamber. Meanwhile, back in the council chamber Master Shaak Ti voiced a concern. “Do you think Obi-Wan will succeed in his task? We were the ones who sanctioned Anakin’s training program, isn’t it too late to change now.” Master Windu sighed, “We were incorrect when we dictated that training plan. Now we have a Jedi who knows nothing but work. That is unhealthy. Anakin destroyed the Sith for us, now it is our turn to repay him for his service. He suffered a hard life before coming to the Temple, and has worked hard in the tasks we have set before him. It is now time that he find some joy and happiness in his life.” “But what if he’s happy already?” questioned Master Shaak Ti. “If he’s happy, its because he has been brainwashed by our training program to think he is happy. We must now repair that mistake and show Anakin a broader view of the Galaxy rather than the strict limitations of the old Jedi Code. In the end, he must choose his own path, but we owe it to him to show him all the possibilities his life could take.” Replied Master Windu. With that the council adjourned, all hoping that they had made the correct decision about Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker. -----signature----- "Even accountants have imagination." - Vesper Lynd - Casino Royale Angel #3 - An Obi-Wan fan lost in a world of Anakin fangirls! Blondes may have more fun, but Edward prefers brunettes!
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Alethia Registered: Feb '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 5:58pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.3) updated 6/30
	Good luck is all I can say with this Anakin. Really, Anakin wanting to follow the Code? shakes head I can't wait until we actually see him... -----signature----- Jen, High Scholar and Ponderer of all Things Verily Blue, and Official caller of Suz, Crusader of Heretics and Knight of the Blue 1000 Now sacrificing Movie Garfield E-married to the dashing KT
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AP4EVER Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 7:03pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.3) updated 6/30
	"If he’s happy, its because he has been brainwashed by our training program to think he is happy." I'll say. You'd have to be brainwashed to accept the code in its entirety. And Obi-Wan has to undue this...in a subtle manner? Two words... Good Luck Funny post! Me want more, please! -----signature----- "And so sitting around and guarding me is not your idea of fun." Padme "We could be doing better and more exciting things." Anakin AotC Novel (Salvatore) Noodle (1988-2006) Life will never be the same without you
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darksideyesplease Registered: Feb '05	Date Posted: 6/30/05 8:06pm Subject: RE: More to Life (AU) Obi/Sabe, A/P (Ch.3) updated 6/30
	basically what the council is saying.... Obi Wan you need to get the boy laid! lol -----signature----- FelsGoddess AU inspired by upcoming Clone War release http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28104890/p1/?0 Anakin, Padme, Ahsoka, Obi-Wan
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