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qtrhrs78 
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6184_Yoda
Date Posted: 5/23/05 5:13am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/22 8:12 PM)
Wow, I'm glad you're updating this. It's a great story. Don't stop now. happy

 
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PadmeSolo 
Registered: Jul '02
23547_Anakin Skywalker
Date Posted: 5/23/05 9:26am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/22 8:12 PM)
qtrhrs78: Thank you so much for reading! Wow, I'm impressed. grin I apologize for previous grammatical errors, etc. I'll have to go through and edit this... wink

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Date Posted: 5/23/05 8:13pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/22 8:12 PM)
Another update! Yay!

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Obi-Wan Kenobi shifted his weight nervously as he glanced down the lowering ramp of the Jeopardy Crusade. His gaze slid to his Padawan standing beside him. Ari had been silent since the incident in Obi-Wan's quarters. Although he continued to respond when questioned, the boy had made no effort to participate in conversation. They had spent most of the trip apart, only interacting when duty called. The tension in the relationship worried Obi-Wan. Now that they had arrived on Alderaan they would need to work together to assure that the Chancellor found nothing out of place. The necessary level of cooperation was not possible when Ari would not even look him in the eye.

Placing a gentle hand upon his Padawan's back, Obi-Wan walked down the ramp. He surveyed the scene carefully, searching for Palpatine's influence. The Chancellor's personal guard flanked him, but Obi-Wan could not find evidence of further designs. He bowed to Palpatine and then Senator Organa.

"Welcome, Master Kenobi." Palpatine gave him twisted smile. "I'm so glad you could join us."

Obi-Wan held his gaze. "The pleasure is all mine."

"I'm sure." The Chancellor turned to Ari. "And you must be Master Kenobi's new apprentice. I've heard about you from Skywalker."

Ari glanced cautiously up at Obi-Wan. His master refused to meet his gaze, so he bowed again to the Chancellor. "Ari Kinor. I'm extremely pleased to finally be able to meet you, sir."

Palpatine narrowed his eyes at Ari. "Yes, we shall have much to discuss later, Padawan Kinor."

Obi-Wan's eyes snapped up to gaze suspiciously at the Chancellor, but he quickly recovered a neutral expression. Turning away from Palpatine, Obi-Wan smiled genuinely at Bail Organa. "It has been far too long Senator Organa."

Although Bail's expression did not alter, Obi-Wan could see the sparkle in his eye. "It's good to be working with you, Master Kenobi."

"Where is Anakin?" Ari's voice cut into the pleasantries. Obi-Wan had been wondering about that, but the situation had not been conducive to sharing his interest. Now was not the time to alert the Chancellor of any of the Jedi's motives for accepting the assignment.

"He took a tour of the grounds," Bail supplied. "By now he should be preparing for the banquet."

Palpatine's expression turned thoughtful and his eyes contemplated Ari, causing Obi-Wan to feel uneasy. The Chancellor had already devoted much of his energy to manipulating one of his apprentices. It did not seem fair that he should now take an interest in the other. The Senator's statement caught Obi-Wan's attention. "A banquet did you say?"

Bail Organa nodded. "In honor of the Chancellor and his companions."

The Jedi Master suppressed a groan. Another event to smile at everyone politely and pretend that the political intrigues surrounding him simply did not exist. Oh, this was going to be fun. "Wonderful."

Chancellor Palpatine grinned at Obi-Wan, an unnerving expression. "I thought so myself, Master Jedi."

Ari eyed the two men, trying to mask his reactions. After a moment, he turned to Obi-Wan. "Master, may I please go try to find Anakin. I have something I need to discuss with him."

Obi-Wan did not need to be told what. "Of course. Senator Organa, where would he be?"

"I assume in his room. The East Wing of the palace." Bail pointed to the side furthest from the mountains.

"Thank you, Sir." Ari bowed a final time and hurried toward the palace.

Palpatine smiled after the boy. "Master Kenobi, he is an eager one."

Wary of the Chancellor's meaning, Obi-Wan simply replied, "Although eager, he has patience when it counts."

"I should hope so." Palpatine turned to Bail. "I'm afraid I must take my leave. Preparations for the banquet are in order. I shall see you later, Senator…Master Jedi. Come."

Palpatine's personal guard snapped to attention and followed as he returned to the palace. Senator Organa and Master Kenobi remained silent until they could see the party entering the palace walls. Giving Bail an uneasy glance, Obi-Wan sighed. "I don't like this."

"Neither do I," the Senator concurred. "But it's better than it could be. This way he's under our watch as much as we're under his."

The Jedi nodded. "I suppose so. I don't like the way he's eyeing Ari."

Bail studied him carefully. "You know something."

"I can't tell you. There's too much danger involved in that," Obi-Wan revealed. "Nevertheless, I will state that Chancellor Palpatine's intentions are far from genuine and good."

Shaking his head, Senator Organa began to pace. "That much I had already figured out from my interactions with him during the Senate committee session. Senator Raja and I could see that something was not quite right."

"I don't trust him and neither should you." Obi-Wan opened his mouth to say something more, but a strange twinge in the Force caused him to pause.

"Master Kenobi?" Bail frowned.

The Jedi's gaze was fixed on the palace. "Not good."

Bail's eyes flew in confusion between the palace and the Jedi Master. "What's happening?"

"I can't be quite sure." Obi-Wan paused, giving Bail a worried glance. "But I would conjecture that Anakin has done something rather rash."

The Senator's eyes widened. "Padmé."

 

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Date Posted: 5/24/05 6:22am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/23 8:13 PM)
Another update! Wow, after so long with no updates, they're coming fast. happy That one was a bit of a cliffhanger. Can't wait to see what's next.

 
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Date Posted: 5/24/05 9:46pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/23 8:13 PM)
qtrhrs78: I figure the best way to stay interested and finish sometime is to keep writing! wink Glad you're still on board.

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Letting his breath shudder out of his body, Anakin sank to the floor at the base of the staircase. Here was another decision to make. Another path would be chosen. If he went to Padmé, he might very well alert the Chancellor of her presence, but he would be in control. Anakin did not want to imagine what might occur if he did not heed her silent call. If the present was any indication, he would be a mess at the banquet tonight. The Chancellor would no doubt notice then. The source of Anakin's distress would be easily ascertained if he were to appear.

Anakin pushed himself up from the floor. Biting his lip, he nodded. He would take control. The only way to avoid a situation would be to leave Alderaan and that would elicit suspicion. Cursing his weakness, he turned to face the stair. She was up there, he only needed to open his mind and allow himself to be led to her. His eyelids fell over burning blue eyes. The tendrils of the Force swirled gently about his mind as he relaxed. Almost instantly, he felt the soft tug of Padmé's essence. Beginning to mount the stairs, he stilled as another presence entered his consciousness. Anakin's eyes snapped open and he glanced back toward the landing platform. Obi-Wan Kenobi had arrived.

For a moment, Anakin contemplated turning back. He should go greet the Jedi Master. Narrowing his eyes in determination, he took the stairs two at a time. If he turned back now, he would not see her before the banquet. Obi-Wan would try to allay his concerns and feelings, but the Jedi would not be able to halt the turmoil of Anakin's brain. This was the right thing to do, the only thing to do.

The hall upstairs was wide with windows spaced among the doors. The afternoon light shone brightly through the west windows and Anakin could feel his skin prickle at the heat. His feet led him down a corridor to the right and Anakin found himself in front of the last door in the hall. Pausing a moment to confirm his senses, he knocked briskly.

"Come in." Her voice flowed around the door and washed over him, warmer than the sunshine.

With a small grin quirking at his lips, Anakin touched the door control. Her back was to him and she was sitting with a sheet of paper on a blue-cushioned window seat. The western sun fell over her features, causing her hair to appear as a halo around her face. He nearly expected delicate wings to sprout out of her back. Even without them, there was no question that he was standing in a room with an angel.

Anakin took a step into the room. She did not glance up. The view out of the window had captured her attention and Anakin could not bring himself to interrupt her. He could wait. Now that he could see her, everything would be all right. The raging tempest in his mind was fading into serenity. He stared adoringly at her, his eyes mesmerized by her delicate beauty. An unconscious sigh escaped his lips.

Padmé jerked slightly, as if remembering she was not alone. Her head turned to face the interior of the room. For a moment she remained unchanged, but as her eyes flew to Anakin's face, she gasped. Her expression was bright, but as he studied her closely he could see the fear radiating from her eyes. Taken aback, he frowned. "What is it?"

"You're not supposed to be here, Ani." She quickly rose to her feet and approached. "What about…"

Anakin raised a hand to silence her. Raising his own confused gaze to meet hers, he explained, "I couldn't stay away. I know I shouldn't be here. But when I sensed you, I was going crazy being so near but unable to see your face."

She glanced suspiciously around. "Does anyone know you've come?"

His eyes slid shut for a moment. "I don't think so. Maybe Master Kenobi, I can tell he knows something has happened. But the Chancellor has no idea. I haven't interacted with him since we arrived."

"Good." She stared at him thoughtfully. "Although I have a feeling the Chancellor will not be in the dark for long. He seems to have ways of knowing things."

Anakin groaned. His expression was twisted in confusion. "He will. I know he will."

Although she did not seem upset, her voice contained a hint of fear. "He will know I'm alive. I must leave."

"But…" Anakin trailed off realizing she spoke the truth.

She reached a hand up to cup his cheek. "Don't fear. I'll be fine. I only worry for you, Anakin. What will he do when he finds out?"

He reached up and captured her hand in his own. His grip was painfully tight. "He won't let on. At least not until the time is right. Padmé, he won't let me go."

"What do you mean?" Her eyes were wide.

Releasing his hold on her hand, his arms extended to crush her to him. "He wants me. I've overheard conversations. He wants to use me as his new apprentice once Dooku is out of the way."

"You won't let him, Ani." She buried her face in his chest. "I know you're strong. You won't let it happen."

He was silent for a moment. "I just don't know."

Her eyes shone with moisture as she stared up at him. "You don't know? Anakin, you must do whatever it takes to avoid following Palpatine's path for you. Whatever it takes."

"That may involve more sacrifice than I am prepared to give." His voice was raw.

Padmé stepped back. "Promise me. Promise me that you'll never give in. No matter what happens to me or to anyone else."

Anakin sank to his knees. "I want to. I really do. But I can't lie to you, Padmé. I can't promise you that."

"Oh, Anakin," she sighed as she collapsed to the floor beside him.

He lifted his face to her. His eyes were tortured and rimmed in red. A few stray tears wound their way down his cheeks. He made no move to brush them away. "I can't be as strong as you want me to be. I can't be as strong as Obi-Wan needs me to be. I can't be who I should be. Don't you see?"

She raised a hand to wipe away the tears. "Tell me, Anakin. Speak to me. Explain, please."

He allowed her hand to stroke his hair as he fell into her. Choking slightly, he began, "I'm supposedly the Chosen One. The one to bring balance to the Force. The one strong enough to bring that balance. But not a day goes by that I'm not sure they're wrong. I may be skilled as a Jedi, but so many things mar my path. I've done terrible things, you know that…"

Padmé shook her head. "No, Anakin. That was a long time ago and you were hurt and afraid. You've
grown since then."

"But I'm still afraid." He trembled within her arms.

"Don't be afraid. You have nothing to fear, Anakin. Be strong and everything will be all right," she soothed.

"You're wrong," he rasped. "I'm afraid to lose you. I'm afraid of what the Chancellor is going to do to you, Padmé. Don't deny that he will try…"

She grabbed his shoulders and shook him. "I won't deny that Anakin, but trust me. You have to trust me. I won't let anything happen to me. I have many good people who will do everything in their power to aid me."

"It won't be enough." Anakin's tone allowed no objection. "I know, don't you see?"

"How do you know? Visions?"

He refused to meet her inquiring glance. "Not visions. At least not yet. I just have this feeling."

Padmé closed her eyes. Images of her nightmares, her own visions, began to swarm within her head. Perhaps Anakin was right. There would be no escape for him. No! She would not give up without a fight. "They're just feelings, Anakin. No future has been set in stone."

"You don't understand," he murmured. She closed her eyes and pulled his shaking form to her.

"Perhaps not, Anakin," she sighed into his hair.

 

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Date Posted: 5/25/05 5:05pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/24 9:46 PM) - Date Edited: 5/25/05 5:08pm (2 edits total) Edited By: Leia_Solo
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Wow. I haven't this story in YEARS, 2002 actually. Wow, back when I was in HS, now I'm in college....wow the years go by. *stunned*

Anywhoo, I love this fic just as much I did back then, happy to see it resurface. grin

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Date Posted: 5/25/05 5:10pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/24 9:46 PM)

Forget I was logged in my other screenname. lol.

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Date Posted: 5/25/05 9:22pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/24 9:46 PM)
RangerPrincess: *blinks back* Yeah. I know the feeling. I began writing again and it was strange. Granted I'm not in college yet (I start this fall), but it's still weird to think of how long ago all of this got started. It's crazy... but I remember it like yesterday.

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Chancellor Palpatine raised his hand to signal for the departure of his personal guard. As they filed out of the room, he surveyed its contents. The suite was luxurious without being impractical. After a casual glance into the bedroom, the Chancellor seated himself at his desk. He did not have a moment to spare if things were to continue to go as planned.

He lifted a pale hand to pull his cloak over his features, leaving only a ghostly image of his face visible. Smiling secretively, he keyed the console.

"What is thy bidding, my master?"

The flickering blue image of Lord Tyranus appeared before him. "I have arrived without event on Alderaan. Master Kenobi and Senator Organa are under my direct supervision. We do not need to worry about them interfering anymore."

Tyranus was gleeful. "Those are extremely good tidings, my lord."

"Do not become careless," Palpatine warned. "I want Senator Raja eliminated as soon as possible."

"With pleasure, my master."

Palpatine grinned, lips curling up over his teeth. "Do not become too comfortable, my apprentice. Your days are numbered."

Dooku simply bowed his head as Palpatine pushed the button to terminate the transmission. Good, the last real threat from the senate would be eliminated and he could begin his move against the Jedi. Anakin was still too wary to be directly influenced, but his day would come.

Sighing in content, Palpatine relaxed into his chair. Letting his eyes close, he reached out for the presence of Skywalker. The troubled feelings came back to him immediately. Anakin was in distress, interesting. Delving deeper into Anakin's thoughts, Palpatine was surprised to realize the boy had his guard entirely down. It was unlikely the Anakin even knew the Chancellor was rummaging around in his head even though he was trained to detect the invasion. Allowing himself to float over the surface Anakin's thoughts, Palpatine realized they all followed one course. He was thinking of Padmé. Burying himself in the memories of his late wife, Palpatine surmised.

But wait. Protect Padmé? Something was not right. Forcing his way further into Anakin's mind, Palpatine found more fragments relating to Anakin's wife. The memories were not buried ones. Hissing in anger, Palpatine widened his awareness. Instantly the presence of Padmé Amidala registered. She was not
dead.

Roaring in spite, Palpatine watched as the windows of the suite collapsed under the Force induced pressure. The stupid girl had nearly ruined everything. A new device needed to be created for her elimination. No wonder Anakin had not been responding as favorably as Palpatine had hoped. He still had his beloved to cling to.

Palpatine paced the room. What method was best to eliminate the girl with the maximum gain? He paused for a moment. Perhaps the best method was not to eliminate her at all. At least, not until the time was right.

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Padmé gasped as Anakin suddenly shook violently. His eyes snapped open, wide and bloodshot. A ragged cry tore from his throat. "Noooo! Stop!"

Unsure of the problem, she helplessly caressed his face. "What, Ani?"

"He was here."

Her head snapped up. No one else was present in the room. "Who was?"

His hands clutched desperately at his hair as he pulled himself away from her. "I've failed you. I've failed you! I've failed again…"

"I don't understand." She tried to pull him back to her, but he scooted further way.

"He knows now."

For a moment she stared without comprehension. Then his words sank in along with the violent thrashing, the fear. "Palpatine. He was in your head?"

Wordless, he nodded. His eyes spoke of uncensored fear. She grabbed him roughly and hauled him to her.

"Anakin, snap out of it. We knew this was going to happen," she insisted. "Maybe not as soon as this, but we knew. Don't panic. Everything will be fine. You haven't failed me."

He gasped and took a deep breath. The tension in his body began to fade as he stood. "I know. It was just… such a violent invasion. I could tell he'd already been in my mind before he dug deeper. I was frightened by my lack of awareness."

"It's fine now." She gave a twisted smile as she pushed herself up. "At least we won't have any more suspense about the Chancellor knowing the truth."

Anakin laughed sardonically. "I suppose not."

"Anakin…" she began quietly, unsure of herself.

Rubbing his eyes, he glanced at her. "What?"

Biting her lip, she pleaded, "you have to promise not to do anything rash."

"I'll try." His eyes were now veiled with unspoken concern. "What is it?"

"I'm pregnant, Ani." Padmé paused as his jaw dropped. "I found out before all of this started. On that trip to Naboo. I was going to tell you, but everything happened. After that night in my office I thought it would be better if you didn't know. Obi-Wan and Sabé know, but they're the only ones."

"I…I…that's…" Anakin stumbled over his words. "I'm glad you told me. I mean, that's great."

She could tell he was still having trouble processing the information. "I needed you to know."

He smiled, a genuine sign of happiness. "This is wonderful, Padmé. How long until…?"

"Five or six months. At least that's what the medical droids told me." He captured her in a warm embrace, placing his lips upon her forehead in a light kiss.

She leaned gratefully into him, relishing the feeling of love and security. After a few moments, Anakin abruptly stiffened. "You need to leave now. There's more at stake now."

"I'll leave soon," she agreed. "Just let me have a few more minutes with you."

Anakin's eyes were tainted with fear, but he took a slow breath and nodded. "Of course."

Stepping back he took her hand and led her to the window seat. Anakin sat down, allowing her lie with her head in his lap. She gazed wistfully out of the window. "It's beautiful here."

His eyes surveyed the rolling mountains bathed in evening's glow. "That's true, but it pales in comparison to you."

"Oh, Ani," she sighed, content. "I wish we could just say like this forever. Nothing to tear us apart."

Anakin stared down at her, his eyes burning with love and something else that made her want to tremble. "Nothing will ever tear us apart."

 

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Date Posted: 5/27/05 6:31am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/25 9:22 PM)
Up! Another great update. happy

 
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Date Posted: 5/27/05 11:13am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/25 9:22 PM)

She told him! Yay!

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Date Posted: 5/28/05 4:08pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/25 9:22 PM)
qtrhrs78: Thank you! happy

RangerPrincess: That was a much needed event. wink

Sorry for the delay of *daily* updates. I've been getting ready for the end of school and graduation as well as a SW party I'm having tonight. We're watching *all* the movies during the night and seeing ROTS tomorrow morning/afternoon. That's 11 hours of footage plus ROTS. WOW.

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Ari had stopped the first servant he had seen within the palace walls and asked for directions to Anakin's quarters. After a hesitant glance at his belt and Padawan braid, the girl had quietly admitted that Anakin resided upstairs. She had refused to give further instruction, whether out of fear or ignorance he did not know. Now, after nearly an hour of searching for Anakin, Ari was no better off than before. The rooms were silent and Ari was fairly sure that Anakin was not in any of them.

He tried not to let his disappointment affect him as he resigned himself to the fact that Anakin was not going to be found immediately. There would be plenty of other occasions to talk to him. Glancing around the palace hallway, Ari decided to take a better look around. In his hasty search for Anakin, he hadn't noticed much of the décor.

The sun was dropping near the horizon as flaming rays fell upon the walls of the hall. He paused to look at the mountains. They appeared in varying shades of blue silhouetted against the flaming backdrop of wispy clouds. The furthest were the pale blue of an early morning while the closest matched a stormy sea. Ari was transfixed. He had never visited such a beautiful place. The only other planets he had been to were covered by the lights of civilization and devoid of such features as mountains and open plains.

Closing his eyes, he felt the world around him. The planet was rich with a soothing feeling generated by the harmony of life. The uncomfortable tingles he got while living on Coruscant and being surrounding by death and destruction were not present. There was nothing to fear here. There was nothing that did not sit right with the way of the Force. Breathing deeply, Ari let himself be consumed by the peace of Alderaan.

After a few minutes, the boy opened his eyes. A pleased smile adorned his face as he continued on his way down the corridor. Turning down a secondary passage, he found himself face to face with a closed door at the end. Unsure as to why he had ended up before the door, but certain that he had followed some feeling to the destination, he raised a hand to knock. As the banging echoed throughout the hall, Ari eyed the door warily. Although he trusted his feelings, he was still uncertain as to what he might find. For all he knew, he could be knocking on the door to Chancellor Palpatine's private chamber. Ari shook his head and pushed the thought from his mind. The Chancellor made him nervous.

The door remained closed and no sound could be heard from behind it. Unwilling to give up so easily, Ari searched the control panel for a door chime. Finding what he guessed was the button, he depressed it.

A black gloved hand seized his forearm and pulled him into the room as soon as the door slid open. Thrown off balance, but unconcerned, Ari turned to face Anakin. "You needn't be so violent."

Anakin was still eying the door. "Did anyone see you come this way?"

"What? Oh, no one saw. I've been wandering around the whole upper level looking for you." Ari glanced around and noted the presence of Padmé. "Nice to meet you again."

She rose from the window seat. "Good to see you too, Ari."

Anakin allowed the pleasantries to finish before raising a brow at Ari. "You wanted to talk?"

Ari nodded, but glanced suspiciously at Padmé. "Yes."

"Don't worry about her, Ari. Anything you say is safe with her. Plus, she probably has better advice than I do," Anakin explained.

Ari's countenance didn't change. "It's not about that. It's just… about Obi-Wan."

"Ah," Anakin's eyes darkened in understanding. He glanced at Padmé. She had a small frown on her face, but did not look upset by Ari's words.

"Say whatever you have to Ari." She smiled lightly. "I'm perfectly aware the man is human."

Relaxing slightly, Ari nodded. "Alright. I confronted him about Sabé on the trip here. I think I really touched a nerve when I told him that he was breaking the Jedi Code and that it was dangerous to all of us. He always has wanted to do the right thing, but suddenly he's on the other side of the issue."

Padmé looked puzzled for a second. "Obi-Wan and Sabé…? Of course. They've always been close friends, Ari. Ever since Qui-Gon Jinn was killed."

"They're more than friends now." Ari turned to Anakin. "I know you'll probably side with him, but I had to tell you that I'd talked to him about it."

"What makes you think I'll side with Obi-Wan?" Anakin stared intently at the boy.

Ari paused, his confidence rattled. "I guess because you chose love yourself."

Padmé and Anakin shared a pained look before she walked across the room to stand before Ari. "Anakin did make that choice. But he's also very aware of the cost of his decision."

Ari glanced sideways at Anakin. "I know."

"He knows?" she echoed, looking to Anakin for confirmation. Anakin bowed his head in agreement.

"I don't want to hurt Master Obi-Wan," Ari continued. "But I can't have him following in Anakin's footsteps."

Anakin shook his head. "He won't. Obi-Wan knows how to let go of things. He will if needs to. He's always done the right thing. That won't stop now."

Ari frowned. "How can you be so sure?"

"Although Obi-Wan may have changed his path, he has not forgotten his commitment to the Jedi. He has had… troubles… before, but he has always overcome. I would not worry too much, Ari." Anakin's pointed looked indicated he would share no more.

"I'm glad to hear you have faith in me, Anakin."

All three occupants of the room swung to face the entering Jedi. He smiled serenely. Ari's eyes widened. "Master Kenobi!"

Disturbed he had not noticed his old master's entry, Anakin narrowed his eyes. "What brings you here?"

"I felt a disturbance in the Force earlier. I thought I'd come investigate."

 

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RangerPrincess 
Registered: Jun '02
7717_Padmé (Evil)
Date Posted: 5/28/05 7:30pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/28 4:08 PM)

Sabé/Obi-Wan. Whoohoo! I've always gone for that pairing. grin

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"You were my brother, Anakin. I loved you!"--Obi-Wan to Darth Vader cry
"I am your reward, you don't find me handsome?"--Darth Vader
"I HATE YOU!"--my three-year-old cousin or Anakin? confused tongue
chiss_man is my e-ewok love
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Jeditheskyisblue 
Registered: Mar '01
6116_Anakin and Padme
Date Posted: 5/30/05 3:06pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/28 4:08 PM)
So Anakin knows he going to be a Father now.

 

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It's Never To Late... http://boards.theforce.net/message.asp?topic=2214874&page=1
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PadmeSolo 
Registered: Jul '02
23547_Anakin Skywalker
Date Posted: 5/30/05 9:11pm Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/28 4:08 PM) - Date Edited: 5/30/05 9:13pm (1 edits total) Edited By: PadmeSolo
RangerPrincess: I love them too! grin

Jeditheskyisblue: He does indeed. We'll see how it goes from there... happy

We DID it! Watched all six movies in under 24 hours! YAY!

_PSK_

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Obi-Wan's eyes were resting on Anakin. As the younger Jedi stared back, he could sense that his master knew of the trauma he had experienced. Anakin shifted under the weighty gaze. "I think we have a few things to tell you."

Padmé nodded and turned to Obi-Wan. "The Chancellor is aware of my presence. Anakin and I believe it is no longer safe for me to remain."

"I concur." The Jedi frowned at Anakin. "How much do you think he knows? You were broadcasting an awful lot of your experience. Try to maintain better control next time, hum?"

"I was trying…" Anakin sighed. "I don't know how much. He's certainly aware that Padmé is not dead, but I'm not sure if he realizes I noticed his invasion. I think he was too upset at the realization to check."

Ari was staring at her. "Where are you going to go?"

"I'm not sure. We need to contact Senator Organa as soon as possible." Her brow was furrowed. "Obi-Wan, I was thinking that my departure would be best during the banquet being held for the Chancellor. He should be present and the risk of running into anyone would be low."

The Jedi Master nodded. "That sounds fine. Don't pack anything and don't take anything with you. That could arouse suspicion with others in the household."

Distressed by the situation, but seeing no other alternative, Anakin turned to his wife. "We should part ways… before my presence causes any further harm."

She shook her head. "No, Anakin. You did what you thought was right. Don't berate yourself for this."

He bowed his head in acquiescence, but his eyes still shone with barely covered guilt. "I know."

Ari glanced uncertainly between the occupants of the room. Taking a deep breath, he turned to Padmé. "It was nice to see you. I'm sure I'll have the pleasure of your company again."

She placed a gentle hand on Ari's shoulder and pulled him to her. Embracing him tightly, she whispered, "I know I'll see you again. Take care of Obi-Wan and Anakin for me."

"I'll do my best," he replied. As he processed her words, he glanced over her shoulder at Anakin. The Jedi met his gaze with a searing blue look. Forcing his gaze down, he shuddered. He would keep his promise even if it meant his death.

Reluctantly releasing her grasp, Padmé moved to stand before Obi-Wan. "This isn't goodbye. I don't think I could do that."

A sad smile graced his features. "Neither could I. Take care of yourself."

"Thank you," she told him as she flung herself forward to embrace him. He returned her hug and placed a chaste kiss upon her forehead.

"I'll be here whenever you need me," Obi-Wan assured as he stepped back.

Taking a deep breath, she turned to Anakin. As she opened her mouth to speak, he took a swift step towards her. Placing a slender finger on her lips, he murmured, "no words."

She glanced up and immediately fell into the stormy oceans of his pupils. She could see his agony, love and desire battling within. She ran a soft hand down his cheek. He tilted his head to place a gentle kiss on her palm. Padmé gasped as a tingling sensation ran up her arm. She had forgotten about that aspect of their relationship. Underneath all the deceptions and distractions, they had let the passion slip away. She hadn't seen him in months, and yet so far they had only been engulfed by the turmoil of the Republic and the designs of the Chancellor. She bit her lip; there was no place for the passion now.

Anakin appeared to sense where her thoughts had led her. He rewarded her with a roguish smirk. Her breath caught in her throat and she couldn't seem to tear her eyes away from his mouth. With a quick dip of his head, he captured her mouth. He ran his tongue deftly over her lips to gain entrance and she immediately parted them. The familiar sensation of Anakin plundering her mouth caused her to moan delight despite the other occupants of the room.

The kiss turned fierce as she began to respond, dueling for possession of her mouth. Anakin brought his teeth down to nibble on her lower lip before sucking it into his mouth. At this, she reached up and grabbed a handful of his hair, forcing him even closer than before. His hands were running down her back, pausing to pull her hips closer to his and subtly grind into her.

A loud cough caused Padmé to gasp as she remembered the presence of Obi-Wan and Ari. Anakin blinked his eyes, trying to see beyond the cloud of desire enveloping him. She glanced up at him, breathless at the raw want she saw in his unfocused gaze. She slowly released her grip on his hair and turned within his grasp to face the others. Her cheeks glowed red as she found Obi-Wan's amused gaze resting on her. "I'm … sorry?"

Obi-Wan glanced behind her at Anakin. The younger Jedi was still disoriented by the sudden change in pace. "I understand you two haven't seen each other in months, but I don't want that image burned into my skull. Plus, you're probably scarring Ari."

Padmé turned her attention to the teenager. His cheeks were flushed and he would not meet her gaze. "I'm sorry. Ari, don't get too freaked out."

The boy raised a brow at her. "I'm not freaked out. It's just a little strange."

Anakin had finally gotten his bearings again and now released his hold on her waist. "I apologize, Master Obi-Wan."

"Control," Obi-Wan intoned in a perfect imitation of Yoda. "You must learn control."

Anakin chuckled. "I do try."

The Jedi Master smirked at this. "I'm sure you do. Now Padmé, you really should be preparing to leave."

"I know," she replied. Turning to Anakin she smiled.
"I suppose we'll have to have a censored goodbye."

His eyes sparkled. "I suppose so. But as you said to Obi-Wan, this isn't really goodbye. I'll see you again. Once we get to the bottom of all this, we can have time together with our baby."

Padmé glowed at his words. "I love you."

Anakin pulled her tightly to him. Placing a soft kiss on her lips he whispered, "and I love you. I'll take care of all this, don't worry."

Biting her lip to keep from crying, she clung to him. "Take care of yourself, Ani."

"Don't worry about me," he returned. He gently pushed himself out of the embrace and forced a smile that didn't quite reach his eyes. "Everything will be fine. I promise."

Nodding in acknowledgement, she backed toward the door. "I'll see you all soon."

Obi-Wan nodded. "I'll speak to Senator Organa and arrange your transport out of here during the banquet. Someone should contact you with the details. Although I do not believe it is safe for any of us to visit you again."

"I understand." With a pained look she paused to glance at them all one last time. Then she turned swiftly on her heel and was gone.

Anakin's face distorted in pain and he turned away from his companions. Sending the blonde a look of sympathy, Ari addressed Obi-Wan. "What now?"

 

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I'm finishing Dawn of Darkness ->
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qtrhrs78 
Registered: Sep '03
6184_Yoda
Date Posted: 5/31/05 6:18am Subject: RE: Dawn of Darkness -EP III AU A/A and SO (Updated 5/30 9:11 PM)
Another great update, but how sad for them.

That is quite a movie marathon. I haven't done that in a long time. Congrats! happy

 
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