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obaona Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 1/8/05 9:33pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- Emperor Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight Mara Jade {Updated Jan 8!
	DarthIshtar: Thank you. I wanted to show them both kind of - dealing with what was to come. HandofSkywalker86: You keep asking questions I can't answer. And sparring match? Who says they'll have one? And thanks - I'm glad it's getting better and better. Mira_Jade: Thank you. And it's never too soon. academygrad88: Thank you. Jedi_BMK: LOL! I think it's understandable their friends/advisors are so worried. It's not unjustified. And thank you. StarFighter5: Which is funny, because really, they have the most to worry about. I'm glad you like Kejal - I like him, too. Thank you! Leia: I actually really enjoyed writing Luke at his job. I've always wondered what kind of ruler Luke would make, and this is my take on the situation. I do think there would be a lot of work involved - Luke would want to do things right (whatever he may think that is ). As far as stunning the acolytes as opposed to killing them, that's not necessarily compassion on his part - but rather being more aware of what just killing them would do to his image. It's interesting you say that it has that kind of feeling - I hadn't ever thought about it that way before. But you're right - in a sense, both of these characters are calmer and more in control than they're canon selves. Thanks for reading! VaderLVR64: Thank you. Adi was a fun character to play with. Not much is really known about her, so I just did whatever I wanted with her character. Luke and Mara's interactions will be intense, I think I can say that much. Thank you! Smuggler_Shidakis: laughs Thank you. The Annals were fun to do. Mirax-Jade: Indeed. kayladie97: LOL, good reading of the situation. I loved writing Luke in this story - Luke is intelligent, and I think this, given the circumstances, is a reasonable way he would have turned out. Thank you! Elli: LMAO. You'd feel a little out of place. I won't say anything more. For the first half of the story, I start out every scene with description. Description isn't something I often do, so it was a neat exercise. There's a reason why Luke acts like he does. You just haven't gotten far enough into the story to see it yet. Thank you, dearest. Gabri: What can I say? That's just the mental image I got from the idea. And yes, Luke is very efficient. huggles Jesina_Dreis: Thank you. And consider how much we admire (okay, maybe 'respect' is a better word) Vader - why wouldn't the GFFA feel the same way? RebelMom: I think a calm Sith is a smart Sith. Losing your temper helps you lose - controlled rage is the way to go, but who can sustain that for a long period of time? And yes, their meeting will be interesting. Emmi: Oooh. I like that you think he's a creepier Sith. I think you're right about Anakin/Vader, though I hadn't thought of it that way before. I think he wanted someone who lead him, that he could agree with - that would give him what he wanted, not necessarily what he needed. Luke, on the other hand, has independence without looking for someone to guide him. He has Padmé's tendency to take control of any situation. That, combined with Anakin's temper and Force-strength, doesn't make for another Vader--it makes for another Palpatine. Very true. Which is why I think he'd make such a capable, scary Emperor. And he isn't going to make Palpy's mistakes, either. Thank you, dearest! -----signature----- MS Word is designed by sadists with masochists in mind. - teh atty my recent Atton (KOTOR2) fic: http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/30335989
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Jesina_Dreis Registered: Nov '04	Date Posted: 1/8/05 10:31pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- Emperor Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight Mara Jade {Updated Jan 8!
	That, combined with Anakin's temper and Force-strength, doesn't make for another Vader--it makes for another Palpatine. Emilie...I'm going to be looking at him like that from now on. That idea chills me as well! Jes -----signature----- Stay safe, Ev Big sister to valin_halcyon Rest in Peace, Jeremy http://www.heatherjanes.com http://z9.invisionfree.com/downtime
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obaona Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 1/9/05 12:14pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- Emperor Luke Skywalker, Jedi Knight Mara Jade {Updated Jan 8! - Date Edited: 1/18/05 2:18am (2 edits total) Edited By: obaona
	Jesina_Dreis: Next post - a nice long one. Feedback is, as always, appreciated. I hope everyone enjoys. waves at lurkers, too Social customs changed very little during the transition of power from the Old Republic to the Empire and during the Empire’s rule. Culture changes over time, and while upheaval might speed the process along and influence the way that change goes, it still takes time – and usually, a new generation. --- Annals of the Empire, Vol. I. For the first time in thirty years, a Jedi stepped on Coruscant with the Empire’s full knowledge and permission. Mara Jade breathed deeply as she walked down the ramp of the Republic vessel – not because the air of Coruscant was anything special, but because it was Coruscant. From space, it had glittered like a multi-faceted, metallic jewel. There were even patterns to the way the lights shone, subtle curves suggested by the placing of buildings. While the vessel she had arrived on was one of the Republic’s military vessels, Mara was not in her uniform. Instead she wore a dark green dress that served to emphasize her femininity. Adi had helped her in its choosing, as the Emperor’s servants had asked her to wear something besides her uniform, at least for the initial meeting on Coruscant, when the Empire would get their first look at her. After a brief spat with Adi, though, Mara kept her red hair tightly braided. The break was quickly mended when Adi mentioned how she had never expected to be in this position – virtually that of a mother watching her daughter marry. Adi had found Mara as a young teenager living on a Mid-Rim world in the Empire. She was Force-sensitive, and the local police were catching onto the fact because she was instinctively and foolishly using her powers. Just in little ways, but the detectives who investigated Mara’s petty crimes were quite astute. When Adi found her, she realized the girl was in danger, and took her to the Rebellion and as her apprentice. That was how Mara found herself in the Rebellion – and how she found herself destroying a battle moon with a hastily formed squadron. Mara was a decent pilot, but it was the Force – and her training and knowledge of it – that allowed her to make the crucial shot that destroyed the Death Star. Ironic that that act would eventually lead her here – as someone suitable as a consort for an Emperor. While they were marrying – and would be husband and wife – the terms of the marriage had been carefully spelled out. Mara would not be Empress, though she would have a title of nobility, and any attempt at succeeding the Emperor would be illegal and punishable by death. To Mara’s relief, the only thing it said about children was that any children born of the marriage would be considered Skywalker’s alone – but it also implicitly stated that children were not required of the union. It also stated that if she had a child by someone else, it would be considered illegitimate, not Skywalker’s child; punishment for contaminating the line of succession was not stated. Dissolution of the treaty would also mean divorce, though it did not say what would happen if vice versa occurred. It appeared Skywalker wanted to keep his options open, but most everything of great import was there. As Mara had said, it wasn’t a bad contract. But being here . . . Mara shivered and resolutely walked the rest of the way to the Imperial Palace platform. Even the platform, she noted, was elaborately and stunningly made. Roughly circular, everything was in curves sharply defined. To say there was a crowd around the area was an understatement. Below the platform, Mara would see thousands of people. Coruscant being what it was, there wasn’t much surface room for walking around, and so even more people crowded on nearby platforms. She even saw people smashed up against windows in apartment buildings. She had no idea how many people there were, but certainly in the tens of thousands present – and Force knew how many were watching over the Holonet. Then there was the noise. Some were cheering, some were booing, but there was a lot of talking. It was like muted thunder. For a moment, Mara felt overwhelmed. Adi came up from behind her, and while she stayed an appropriate distance away so that Mara would be the focus of anyone looking, Mara felt it and relaxed slightly. Chastising herself for her lack of proper calm, Mara walked forward. Skywalker wouldn’t be meeting her yet – instead, his majordomo, Kejal Mauwel, was to meet her and take her into the Imperial Palace. Mara figured it was likely a demonstration of their difference in social rank. Kejal Mauwel was well known in his own right, however. Not necessarily by the public; but they weren’t what mattered in this reminder of status. The Rebellion knew him well – he had served and assisted Vader for years, and while he had little to do directly with the persecution of the Rebels, he had on two separate occasions found Rebel spies. He was extraordinarily intelligent, and had advised Vader in everything but war. It was said that while Vader was away fighting Palpatine’s war, it was this man who raised Luke Skywalker. That alone was reason for Mara to be wary. For all of that, though, his presence wasn’t quite what she was expecting. The vaguely military clothing and posture were all expected, as were the piercing dark eyes and chiseled face. The gentle smile and bemused emotions Mara sensed were not expected. He wasn’t frightened by her; it would be more accurate to say he was puzzled. Mara walked another step closer to him, and in a movement so smooth as to be choreographed, he bowed and she held out her hand. He lightly kissed it, his lips dry. “Welcome, milady,” Mauwel said with a smile. He nodded briefly at Adi, the only Jedi who would be accompanying Mara into the Palace – there were more on the ship and in the small contingent in orbit – and Adi nodded back. He stepped aside and gestured. “If you would, milady. Master Jedi.” Another nod to Adi. Mara attempted a smile and followed him into the Palace. The Imperial Palace was what she expected it to be – huge and grand. Mauwel led them through several halls – each big enough to be a landing bay, though with much nicer furnishings and architecture – until they reached a medium sized room decorated in soft yellows and beiges, with a few dustings of red. It was almost stark, like a desert. Mauwel gestured for Adi to sit. “My lord insists Master Gallia stay here and go no further. He wishes to meet milady alone,” he said, looking at Mara. “Any reason why I have to stay?” Adi said mildly, sitting and crossing her legs. In her brown robe and cream colored tunic, she appeared at home in the room. Mara stood out. “My lord did not say,” Mauwel said calmly. Liar, Mara thought. “Very well,” Mara said before Adi could speak. “Shall we?” Mauwel bowed. Adi looked discomfited, but willing to stay put. She shot Mara a warning look – be careful. You cannot forget what you are, and what he is. Mara nodded silently. Mauwel led Mara out with Adi going into a calming meditation. They passed through more huge halls, but Mara didn’t fail to note the increased – or more obvious – security. When she saw the Red Guards before an elaborately carved wood doorway, she knew she was near him. She reached out with the Force, both to calm herself and to see what she could sense. To her surprise, she sensed very little. No malevolent evil, no massively strong presence. She could tell someone was behind the doors, but that was all. A test, perhaps. That was probably what this meeting was – an examination of her. It was also a likely explanation for him wanting to see her alone. Without a word, Mauwel opened the doors, the Red Guards standing by patiently, but still alert. Mauwel gestured for her to enter, and with some trepidation, she did. Mauwel didn’t follow. The doors closed, and it seemed like it had a note of doom to it. Mara immediately told herself she was being ridiculous, and strode forward. The area was some kind of adjacent room to the Imperial Gardens. Three of the ‘walls’ seemed to be composed of little but windows. All were as high as the ceiling, and that was at least a dozen meters. A few couches and chairs were dotted beside the windows. In the middle of the room, there was one table with nothing on it. The floor was plain wood, and there were no rugs. It was a decidedly spare room. “I like the simplicity.” Mara jerked her head in the direction of the voice. Only then did she see Skywalker sitting in one of the plush chairs, nearly lost in its seat. He was little more than a dark figure, especially against the dark maroon of the chair. With a shiver of fear, she realized her failing to see him had been deliberate on his part. He looked quite casual, not at all formal – or evil, for that matter. He was leaning against one of the arms of the chair, elbow propped up on it, and his chin resting in one of his hands. His short blond hair barely caught some of the afternoon light, making some of it appear lighter than it was, and the rest darker. Somewhat to her surprise, he looked as lithe and fit in person as he did on holos. His crystalline blue eyes were electric when they met hers. Skywalker definitely had a presence – when he chose not to disguise it. She could still sense virtually nothing of the man beyond the fact that he was there. That was a skill that surely rivaled that of Mace Windu – at least. “Nothing to say?” Skywalker inquired with a lift of one eyebrow. “I thought that was a statement, not a question,” Mara returned easily. She walked forward, until she was a mere few meters away from Skywalker. Emperor Skywalker. No, she shouldn't think about that. She settled into the chair opposite his, noting that his eyes followed her every move. “True,” Skywalker conceded. “How was your trip?” “Can we skip the banal niceties?” Mara shot back. “Certainly,” Skywalker responded instantly. He then paused, as if thinking. “I expect a number of things from you,” he continued, rising. Mara watched him warily, but he made no hostile move – and he was not likely to, Mara reminded herself. It would be pointless at this stage. “Besides what is mentioned in the contract, I expect you to be civil in public to any and all Imperial citizens – no matter what you have against them.” He looked at her pointedly. Mara knew her reputation for a temper – and considering the Empire probably had a few spies in the Republic, he probably did too. “I understand,” she said simply, repressing the urge to shoot off a few sarcastic comments about Imperial dignitaries. “You will have to attend social functions occasionally. Most of these will probably occur before the six month period you stay here is up. I will expect you to repress the urge to use the opportunity to speak your political views. What you do in your Republic is your business, so long as it does not reflect badly on me; but here, you will act as if you are an Imperial citizen.” He paused again. Mara said nothing, knowing there was more. “Any attempt on your part or any of your retinue to spy or otherwise cause the Empire or me harm will result in a dissolution of the treaty. I trust that will not be too difficult. After the wedding, no Jedi will be permitted on Coruscant, either, besides you.” “Why?” Mara blurted. “I do not trust them,” Skywalker said blandly. “Because of what happened to your father?” Mara asked, knowing she was probably being daring and not particularly caring at the moment. Skywalker merely frowned. “What do you mean?” “I – well, what Obi-Wan Kenobi did to him, putting him in that suit,” Mara said with a half-shrug. Skywalker looked taken aback. “That was between Kenobi and my father, not me and the rest of the Jedi.” He looked at her intently. “I am not prone to acts of revenge for the sake of revenge, Lady Jade. If I were, this treaty would never have been proposed.” “Oh,” Mara said blankly, thinking that over. “Anyway,” Skywalker said, “as I was saying. The public is rather . . . romantic, so it’s best if we’re seen at least liking each other.” “You better not be saying we have to snuggle in public,” Mara said with a snort. Skywalker smiled. Mara found herself surprised by it – it was simple, light, no complications in his expression of amusement. She had expected something more sinister. “No, of course not. If need be, I can have a few holos doctored up – but that shouldn’t be necessary. Just – hold my hand in public, or something equally harmless.” Mara nodded. “And by the way,” Skywalker said, looking her over carefully, “your appearance will also matter.” Before Mara could react, he had stepped over and loosened a strand of her red hair. Mara’s reflexes caught up as she rose and caught his wrist in a strong grip, her fingers on pressure points. Skywalker didn’t react to the pain he must have been feeling. “Appearances can be deceiving,” Mara said evenly, quoting Master Yoda, choosing not to think about or mention the fact that he had darted through her defenses easily. Another demonstration, perhaps? Skywalker looked at her mildly. Did he ever do anything that wasn’t mild, for Force sake? “Appearances can be important.” “Only to the fool,” Mara snapped back. He laughed. If Mara had been surprised by his smile, she was immediately caught by his laugh. Why did she have the feeling it was a laugh without pretenses? He made a slight movement with his wrist, and Mara lost her grip as if she was trying to hold water. “You have lovely hair,” Skywalker said at last. “Was that a compliment? We’re not friends, we’re having an arranged marriage,” Mara said acidly. Skywalker’s amused expression faded, and Mara felt a stab of – something. “Not friends, perhaps, but allies, I would hope.” Allies? They were enemies forced into a difficult situation. “You are an odd man,” Mara replied, letting her hand drop as her confusion only increased. An odd Sith Lord. Skywalker moved away from her, not replying to her comment. “Kejal can lead you back to your Master. He’ll also inform you of wedding details,” he said calmly, evidently choosing to end the discussion. “If you have any questions or concerns, you can bring it to him. If need be, he will bring it to my attention.” “Thank you,” Mara said awkwardly. Skywalker nodded. He made no motion or signal that Mara could see, but the doors opened and Mauwel stepped in, bowing slightly. “Lead Lady Jade to Master Gallia,” Skywalker ordered. He looked at Mara again. “It’s easy to get lost here,” he added. Not a security measure, was the subtle undercurrent. Mara didn’t know what to say, so she said nothing. Apparently a reply wasn’t needed – Skywalker turned away to face the windows, and Mauwel motioned for Mara to go with him. Mara was glad she was going to have the opportunity to talk with Adi. To say the meeting hadn’t gone as planned . . . She asked nothing that she wanted to, nothing about the treaty, no commanding him to explain why he wanted to marry her when he could easily do the treaty without (at least, she thought so), and she didn’t even ask why Mauwel called him ‘my lord’ instead of ‘your highness’. He had caught her off balance and kept her that way. At least I returned the favor – somewhat, Mara thought. Kejal found Luke staring out at the Imperial Gardens after he returned Jade to her Master. He looked curiously amused, but also thoughtful. Kejal knew Luke well; he was thinking, and Kejal would not interrupt his concentration. He waited silently by the door, quieting his thoughts. Finally, Luke turned and faced Kejal. “What do you think of her?” “Lady Jade? She is what I expected, my lord.” Luke raised both eyebrows. “Really? In what way?” “She is clearly strong-willed and not easily intimidated. However, she seems willing to cooperate from what I have seen – I did not eavesdrop on your conversation with her, of course, so that is all I can tell. I would say you will have some trouble with her, but nothing extremely significant.” Luke nodded slowly, turning his attention back to the vibrant gardens. “I like her,” he said suddenly. “Personally, or as a good match?” “Mostly the latter, at the moment,” Luke admitted, looking down briefly. “Our talk was brief, yet I sensed she is independent from her Jedi masters, which is important.” “Why so, my lord?” Kejal asked, able to tell there was a reason for that being important beyond the obvious. “We must be allies if this is to work, Kejal,” Luke said quietly. “I do not think I’ll be able to play a game with her. I’ll have to bring her to my side, at least partially.” Kejal paused, struggling to find the appropriate words. “My lord, I do not doubt you, but –” “I have no intention of turning her,” Luke said, truly amused now by the misconception. “You have known me for nearly twenty years; am I my father’s heir in all ways?” Kejal looked at Luke for a long moment. He had known Luke for a long time, and it was almost odd to see him here now, as an intelligent, capable adult. He had first seen the boy as a frightened child, not quite a teenager, under Vader’s care; even, for a fortunately brief time, as a child under Palpatine’s care, if it could even be called such. He was the one who had tutored the boy, had put him to bed at night when his father was away. He had sought, of course, to remain at a respectful distance, but had essentially failed. Vader hadn’t failed to note it, but to Kejal's surprise, he had allowed it. Of all people, Kejal had seen the most how Luke changed his father. Lord Vader had been a Sith Lord; Luke had merely the skills of one. Kejal knew the difference, as he had first seen it during the very last few years of Vader’s life. But it was even more emphasized in Luke. Kejal sighed. “I fear, my lord, that this is likely a matter beyond my comprehension.” “Ah,” Luke said, a twinkle in his eyes. “You mean it’s another of my wacky Force things that while you do not trust, you at least confess exist.” Kejal bowed slightly, letting a small smile touch his lips. “As my lord says.” “It was the Force in some respects, but not all. I did choose her for the role she will play long before I even had the idea of arranged marriage.” “So it was the Force that prodded you to add the arranged marriage to the list instead of something else more . . . common?” Kejal prodded. “Yes, indeed it was,” Luke said with a regretful sigh. “The will of the Force or not, it gives me other possibilities, other avenues – I will use them as well.” Kejal nodded. “If I may ask, my lord, what did Lady Jade think of you?” Luke looked at Kejal in surprise, and then turned contemplative. “I think I unnerved her,” he said decisively. Mauwel had left Mara and Adi alone in the room Adi had waited in when Mara went to speak with Skywalker, after telling both of them they had merely to ask anyone for anything they needed. Mara had nodded, saying nothing. And when Mauwel left, Mara had remained silent. Adi had already ascertained that the room had no obvious spying devices, and it was unlikely anything they said could be of use anyway. Mara knew this as well as Adi did, and the continued silence was bothering the Jedi Master. To all appearances, Mara could have been meditating. She sat on the edge of one of the two couches facing each other, posture still and correct as her dress pooled around her feet. Her eyes were closed. Yet Adi sensed confusion through their bond. Uncertainty. That was a rarity for Mara Jade – she had always been possessed of boundless confidence, even when it was not entirely called for. Adi chose to wait. She sat on the other couch, across from Mara, and folded her hands in her lap, falling into a meditative state herself. It was some time later when Mara spoke. “He is not what I expected, Master.” “In what sense?” Mara opened her brilliant green eyes, staring directly at Adi. “I sense no darkness in him.” “Is that what disturbs you?” Adi said with an upraised eyebrow. “I’m skeptical of that. He has great skill – we’ve always known that. That you would not sense something is hardly surprising.” Mara looked away, shaking her head. “He slipped past my defenses like they were nothing. He touched my hair and I couldn’t stop him.” “He touched your hair?” Adi asked, eyes narrowing. “Yes,” Mara said with a smile directed at Adi. “He said I have beautiful hair. Not to worry, Master – he also assured me he has no intention of forcing a relationship, though we must carry on some semblance of one for the public.” “Nevertheless . . . be wary of his attentions,” Adi said with a frown. “I will,” Mara assured her. “Though I doubt wariness will do much good if he changes his mind, save for the fact that I might not be so surprised.” Her mouth quirked into a smile. “What else did you speak of?” Adi asked briskly. “He essentially told me what he expected of me. Nothing that I didn’t expect in that respect – be civil to all Imperials, try to keep quiet about my political views . . . that kind of thing,” Mara said, leaning back, clearly going over the conversation in her mind. “And what else did he say?” Mara looked at Adi with a slight, thoughtful frown. “I sensed something . . . elusive.” “Far-reaching?” Adi queried. Mara had no gift for foresight, no more than any other Jedi, but then this whole exchange was odd. Mara nodded slowly. “Yes.” Adi was possessed of the urge to grab Mara and take her back to the Jedi, to figure out what was going on here. She sensed Mara was already becoming entangled with Skywalker. Mara would seek him out, try to understand – challenge and question. And that could, very possibly, lead to dark places. But there was nothing to be done about it; Adi knew she would have to trust her former Padawan, trust that she had trained her well to resist the Dark Side, even when only inconspicuously present. “Padawan . . .” Mara leaned forward with a smile, her gaze going from distant to present. She placed one of her hands over Adi’s. “It’s all right, Master. I don’t trust him, or what he says. But he’s a puzzle . . . and I won’t have much else to do for six months but figure him out.” Little happened at the wedding, but it was truly a sight to see. Mara, of course, wore white; but to call her dress ‘white’ was oversimplifying. It shone with a beautiful luster, like a living jewel. It covered her from her neck to her ankles, but around her neck, her arms and her back, it was so thin as to be a simple silver sheen across smooth skin. Brilliant green jewels lovingly set in gold were placed around her neck, and strands of gold and green were pulled through her hair, which was set high with a few loosely but carefully placed curls falling down. The train was fortunately not long – only about a meter. It was strangely practical in another sense, too – it had a barely noticeable clip on her hip for her lightsaber. She and Adi were quite bemused by that, and asked if Mara was actually permitted to wear the lightsaber during the ceremony. They were even more bemused at the affirmative they received. Of the Jedi, only Adi and Mace Windu were permitted to attend; Skywalker absolutely refused to let Yoda even land on the planet. Very privately, Mara didn’t blame him. She would have done the same in his shoes. Nor was Obi-Wan Kenobi allowed to attend, though he had professed curiosity in the son of his old Padawan. Not that most people knew Vader had even been a Jedi, or the origin of his last name. Anakin Skywalker had been wiped from all records save for those of the Jedi. When Mara walked up the aisle – and it was a grand aisle, with hanging plants and beautiful flowers – past the crowd of people, past her Master sitting in the back, up to Skywalker, she saw why she had been permitted her lightsaber; he wore his. It looked finely crafted and polished to a sheen. He wore black, the opposite of her white, and she mused with a certain amount of humor how appropriate that was. His outfit was more understated than hers, but no less well made for that. She saw hints of dark blue in the almost military fit, similar to the small bits of emerald in hers. They went through the ceremony easily, both calm. The worry about the event was over; it was happening. The priest finished, and they finished their lines. They kissed lightly, and his lips were warm and dry; it was not hard to put a pleasant look on her face. He had a similarly pleasant expression. Then they faced the crowd; the people in the actual room were more understated in their applause, but Mara heard the wild shouts and screams of the crowd outside the Imperial Palace. They were married, and in the same ceremony, the treaty was signed. -----signature----- MS Word is designed by sadists with masochists in mind. - teh atty my recent Atton (KOTOR2) fic: http://boards.theforce.net/before_the_saga/b10475/30335989
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Smuggler_Shidakis Registered: Jul '04	Date Posted: 1/9/05 12:28pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	He looked quite casual, not at all formal – or evil, for that matter. I sense a lot of verbal sparring in the future between Luke and Mara. I loved their meeting! Wonderful. -----signature----- K/J = Dark Lady of the JCC \| Master to Darth-Wanderguard Adopter of Rosh_Penin Désolée, mon président est un idiot. Je n'ai pas voté pour lui.
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Jesina_Dreis Registered: Nov '04	Date Posted: 1/9/05 12:47pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Chastising herself for her lack of proper calm Yeah, that sounds like Mara... “I like the simplicity.” I thought that was a perfect thing for the first words between them Mara knew her reputation for a temper – and considering the Empire probably had a few spies in the Republic, he probably did too. “I understand,” she said simply, repressing the urge to shoot off a few sarcastic comments about Imperial dignitaries. Yup...she's still Mara. I'm sure she could make a few sarcastic comments about the dignitaries on her side as well “You have known me for nearly twenty years; am I my father’s heir in all ways?” I sincerely hope not...a good observation from Luke, though. I like the image I'm getting of him from this. She and Adi were quite bemused by that, and asked if Mara was actually permitted to wear the lightsaber during the ceremony. They were even more bemused at the affirmative they received. That's very interesting to note... Great post!!! Jes -----signature----- Stay safe, Ev Big sister to valin_halcyon Rest in Peace, Jeremy http://www.heatherjanes.com http://z9.invisionfree.com/downtime
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Jedi_BMK Registered: Sep '04	Date Posted: 1/9/05 12:51pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Very interesting. This Luke doesn't really seem to be evil, just... What's the word I'm looking for? I don't know, but I find him rather intriguing. Looking to some big picture know one sees but him. I also find it interesting how unnerved he made Mara, since we know that doesn't happen often. Interesting glimpse into her past in this chapter, as well as Luke's. Can't wait to see where you go next with this. -----signature----- Destiny of the Skywalkers II: Splintered Paths OT AU (L/M H/L A/P) http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28042042/
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EmilieDarklighter Registered: Jan '02	Date Posted: 1/9/05 12:57pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Wonderful, wonderful! I love the pacing of this story. Not too fast, not too slow. I'm beginning to wonder about Luke. Something "more common"? Maybe he had a crush on her from the start, eh? And I'm not even convinced that's really, truly on the Dark Side. You're good a keeping us guessing, that's for sure. I can't wait until the next post! Emmi -----signature----- Master of Jedi_Emeritus Former Padawan of Gabri_Jade Little sister to Gabri_Jade and LadyPadme 25 Rules for Successful Writing http://boards.theforce.net/fan_fiction_resource/b10304/28400222/p1/?2
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vader_incarnate Registered: Jul '02	Date Posted: 1/9/05 1:07pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	"Snuggle in public"? laugh What a Mara thing to say. Intriguing. Looking forward to more, as always, and off to PM you with random nothingness. -----signature----- La sang et le vin ont la meme couleur. I think, therefore I am. I dream, therefore I become. Zelré, Handmaiden of the Crest
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RedGold Registered: Nov '04	Date Posted: 1/9/05 1:42pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	As some who has a degree in History, I really like the way you put the Annals and how you wrote them. Wonderful touch that I'm enjoying! I do have one question, and I'm sorry if you've answered it already, I just haven't had time to read anything other then your actual posts... but where is Leia or does she not exist in this AU? -----signature----- Legend... Recluse... Forgotten... Will one day return... http://www.starwarsfanfic.com
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JediArwen Registered: Dec '02	Date Posted: 1/9/05 2:42pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Hey, Obaona! I missed this story!!!!!!!!!! When I check and see three chapters... Sometimes I am blind... Anyway it's a great story! I loved the plot twist, the reversal of the roles Luke/Empire Mara/Rebelion-destroying-DeathStar and the arranged marriage has great pontencial for romance! Although I am not very sure about Luke's darkness, more like grey seems to me, but I'll have to wait and see where you lead it... Luke's feeling has to do with the Vong? You probably not going to tell me... And what happened to Leia and Han? Or they don't exist there? I loved L/M first meeting! He like her (her hair!!! ) and she is curious! I think he won the first bet! Made a woman curious... I can't wait for more! Please post soon. And loved the cover art and the title!
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academygrad88 Registered: Apr '04	Date Posted: 1/9/05 2:51pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Wow! This story is fantastic! I have read some Dark Luke stories, but I like how you are doing this. It is like Sith Lite. I anxiously await an update. AG88 -----signature----- I love my Bomb Disposal Expert Winner of more Golden Ewoks™ than you can possibly imagine! Check out the pictures I made: http://ag88.deviantart.com/ ! You will Kriff Luke Skywalker!~ The Real last Command http://swff.bpweb.net/forum/viewtopic.php?t=4
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RebelMom Title: TFF Secretary Registered: Apr '00	Date Posted: 1/9/05 3:07pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	It was said that while Vader was away fighting Palpatine’s war, it was this man who raised Luke Skywalker. That alone was reason for Mara to be wary. Ah, Luke had a good tutor for running the universe. He looked quite casual, not at all formal – or evil, for that matter. I don't know if that's a good thing or not. Satan was a beautiful angel before his fall. “Can we skip the banal niceties?” Mara shot back. There's the Mara we all know and love. Mara knew her reputation for a temper – and considering the Empire probably had a few spies in the Republic, he probably did too. “I understand,” she said simply, repressing the urge to shoot off a few sarcastic comments about Imperial dignitaries. But it would be so fun for her to do it. Skywalker smiled. Mara found herself surprised by it – it was simple, light, no complications in his expression of amusement. She had expected something more sinister. He's certainly not what she expected. “Was that a compliment? We’re not friends, we’re having an arranged marriage,” Mara said acidly. Skywalker’s amused expression faded, and Mara felt a stab of – something. “Not friends, perhaps, but allies, I would hope.” Maybe Luke wants more. Allies? They were enemies forced into a difficult situation. “You are an odd man,” Mara replied, letting her hand drop as her confusion only increased. An odd Sith Lord. I immediately thought about Padme's comment to Anakin. Luke is certainly not your average Sith. “We must be allies if this is to work, Kejal,” Luke said quietly. “I do not think I’ll be able to play a game with her. I’ll have to bring her to my side, at least partially.” Kejal paused, struggling to find the appropriate words. “My lord, I do not doubt you, but –” “I have no intention of turning her,” Luke said, truly amused now by the misconception. “You have known me for nearly twenty years; am I my father’s heir in all ways?” Luke certainly knows the value of compromise and team work. It is nice to know he isn't planning on "corrupting" her. Lord Vader had been a Sith Lord; Luke had merely the skills of one. Kejal knew the difference, as he had first seen it during the very last few years of Vader’s life. But it was even more emphasized in Luke. that explains alot about Luke. Kejal nodded. “If I may ask, my lord, what did Lady Jade think of you?” Luke looked at Kejal in surprise, and then turned contemplative. “I think I unnerved her,” he said decisively. Yeah, I think he did. “It’s all right, Master. I don’t trust him, or what he says. But he’s a puzzle . . . and I won’t have much else to do for six months but figure him out.” that ought to be fun. [/i]They kissed lightly, and his lips were warm and dry; it was not hard to put a pleasant look on her face. He had a similarly pleasant expression.[/i] At least they aren't disgusted with each other. It was nice getting more background on the two. -----signature----- Short Story: Pressure Point http://boards.theforce.net/beyond_the_saga/b10477/26961243/p1/?7 Jacen Solo and Anakin Skywalker - as it should have been. TFF: Cheryl
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LaYa_ Registered: Jul '03	Date Posted: 1/9/05 3:09pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	I love this story, obaona I usually lurk on your stories (that are mostly vignettes). I'm glad to see that this is a looong story I loved the cover art and (especially) the title. Can't wait for more -----signature----- The last enemy that shall be destroyed is death.
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Knight_Aragorn Registered: Jun '03	Date Posted: 1/9/05 5:41pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	Apologies in advance for the long post! The story is getting very interesting already... Liked the comaprison between their offices in the second post - says a lot about their respective personalities. The meeting between Luke and Mara was very, very interesting indeed. Luke is so... cool as Emperor. Just... cool. I agree, he would make a great Emperor. “You better not be saying we have to snuggle in public,” Mara said with a snort. Oh, this is soo Mara. He laughed. If Mara had been surprised by his smile, she was immediately caught by his laugh. Why did she have the feeling it was a laugh without pretenses? He made a slight movement with his wrist, and Mara lost her grip as if she was trying to hold water. “You have lovely hair,” Skywalker said at last. “Was that a compliment? We’re not friends, we’re having an arranged marriage,” Mara said acidly. Skywalker’s amused expression faded, and Mara felt a stab of – something. “Not friends, perhaps, but allies, I would hope.” Oooh, now this was very interesting. Lord Vader had been a Sith Lord; Luke had merely the skills of one. This tells us a lot about Luke... Wonderful wedding ceremony, also. Loved the kiss. They kissed lightly, and his lips were warm and dry; it was not hard to put a pleasant look on her face. He had a similarly pleasant expression. Come on guys, admit it... you both liked it. Incredible job, obaona! I love the way you're doing the characters, and the interplay between them. Can't wait for the next post!
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StarFighter5 Registered: Jul '03	Date Posted: 1/9/05 5:44pm Subject: RE: Drive You Mild (L/M, massive AU -- political intrigue, romance, drama -- {Updated Jan 9!})
	What a wonderfully long post! I did my happy little dance move when I saw there was an update I have to say that the first meeting proved to be very interesting. He got her atttention right from the start, and As Adi thought it seems that it will get her into some trouble in the future. Mara? Holding her tongue? I'm sure there will some slip ups. Also: he complemented her hair. That made me smile. I liked how the wedding was simple and that Mara could wear her lightsaber. The dress seems gorgeous. They kissed lightly, and his lips were warm and dry; it was not hard to put a pleasant look on her face. I bet it was. -----signature----- "I hope I slept with you to get the job. if not, then who the hell was that guy?" - Carrie Fisher "Now that I'm a pez and a lego, I shall want for nothing else." -Jeremy Bulloch "Thank you for going to the movies. Especially mine." - George Lucas
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