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Master_Noi Registered: Sep '04	Date Posted: 10/15/07 10:14am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Thanks to Jaira for looking this over and making sure it was much more readable than when I first handed it to her. Chapter 64 The corridors of the Senate building were relatively quiet, shocking considering there had just been an explosion large enough to shake the building. Then again, Obi-Wan was winding his way through private areas reserved for senators and staff, and the Senate was in session. He approached the entrance to the arena, wondering if he had even missed anything. It seemed all the legislative body of the Republic could do these days was to argue. Still, there was much to be positive about. Senator Amidala had survived an assassination attempt and would stay safe. Anakin would see to it. Siri was returning home with Bren’an. Satisfied that plans were not too far off track, Obi-Wan took his seat back in the pod reserved for the Yopurgan delegation, shrugging off the glare that Garen sent in his direction. He would no doubt receive another lecture later on how difficult it was to protect someone who habitually wandered off. “Is everything okay?” Mace asked. “The disturbance?” Obi-Wan turned to face the dark-skinned man who was his equal on the Senate floor, but his elder within the Jedi Order. “The landing pad was rigged to explode. It was Senator Amidala’s ship.” “Is she okay?” Mace asked. While he was concerned for the safety of a valued ally and friend, Padme also played a great role in the current debate in the Senate. Though against the Military Creation Act, Bail Organa and Adi Gallia had distanced themselves from Padme and Obi-Wan, senators and Jedi alike deciding it was best to not appear too closely allied. It was up to Padme and Obi-Wan to lead the charge. “Her decoy was killed. Anakin had taken her separately in a fighter. She will be arriving soon.” Obi-Wan returned his attention to the few pods in the center of the area. “Did I miss much?” “Same old debate that’s been going on for the last hour.” Mace shook his head. “The government and courts in the Yopurgan system are much more effective. I do miss it sometimes.” “My esteemed colleagues,” Chancellor Palpatine suddenly announced, capturing the attention of all. “I have just received some tragic and disturbing news. Senator Amidala of the Naboo system has been assassinated.” Obi-Wan had never heard the arena so quiet. Even those that were bitter rivals with Amidala paused in agreement that her loss was a tragedy. It would be a surprise and a boost to their cause when she entered the arena in a few moments, her usual fiery self. The thought brought a smile to Obi-Wan’s face. But, as the chancellor began to wax eloquently about the ‘late’ senator, Obi-Wan began to feel a growing unease through the Force. He bowed his head as he tried to focus. “Are you okay, Obi-Wan?” came Mace Windu’s concerned voice. “Something is wrong. Do you sense it?” He was vaguely aware of another argument breaking out on the senate floor, unsurprisingly instigated by the esteemed senator from Malastare. Leave it to him to turn Padme’s death into the rally call for something she had devoted so much time into stopping. Orn Free Taa of Ryloth wanted to defer the vote until another time in light of an assassination. That’s what the Senate definitely needed more of – avoidance, Obi-Wan thought sarcastically. A sharp cry of fear shot through the bond that Obi-Wan shared with his son. “It’s Bren’an – something’s wrong. I’ll be right back,” he whispered to Mace as he adjourned to the corridor. “Siri?” he called into his comlink. “Where are you?” There was a long pause. He was ready to try again, when she finally answered. “We were attacked. I had to set down in the lower levels, near the Temple …” “I’m on my way,” he said interrupting her. “No,” Siri insisted. “You have to be there for that vote. We both know how important it is – the elders have sensed it, you have sensed it. Padme needs your support. If you leave now, the Sith get what they want.” “Siri …” he began, surprised by the emotion evident in his voice. “My father and Qui-Gon are on their way,” she assured her him. He could barely hear the echo of footsteps in the background. “I need to go … I love you.” The transmission cut off leaving Obi-Wan feeling as though his knees were going to buckle under the crushing weight resting on his shoulders. His heart told him that only he could protect them, to run away from the Senate and make sure nothing happened to his wife in child. The Force kept his feet in place. He could sense Padme’s arrival, her presence, determined and brave, gracing the senate arena. “Senator Kenobi and I have led the opposition to build an army, but there is someone in this body who will stop at nothing to assure its passage,” she began. Obi-Wan took a deep breath, releasing his fears and worries about his wife and child into the Force. War could not be allowed at any cost. He returned to the Senate pod, as Padme neared the end of her speech, he moved out to join the Naboo delegation in the middle. “Wake up, Senators... you must wake up!” she cried out before turning to look toward him. “Do not let fear push you into a disastrous decision. This security measure is nothing less than a declaration of war.” Obi-Wan took a deep breath as all eyes focused on him. “Does anyone here want war? I cannot believe they do. It will destroy us.” “My motion to defer the vote must be dealt with first,” Senator Taa bellowed. “That is the rule of law.” Chancellor Palpatine bowed his head in surrender, apparently lamenting the fact that another session had gone by without anything being accomplished. “Due to the lateness of the hour and the seriousness of this motion, we will take up these matters tomorrow,” he announced. “Until then, the Senate stands adjourned.” Before the sentence was even finished, Obi-Wan was in the corridor. Garen immediately joined him, walking at this side. “Qui-Gon commed me. I have a speeder ready. Master Windu and Byram will take Padme to safety.” * The footsteps stopped. Siri felt as though she would drown in the silence and stillness of the moment as she wrestled with fear. Bren’an was running toward safety. She would do whatever was necessary to make sure it stayed that way. The glow rod was gone. She could hear the light sounds of breathing and the rustle of a cloak, but felt nothing. The darkness and emptiness of the tunnel echoed what she felt in the Force. Sith. The word came to her mind. Without even having to ask, she knew that was who stalked her. “Show yourself. I know you are there,” she commanded. A dark figure separated from the shadows as though being birthed into the tunnel from nothingness. A crimson glow bathed the tunnel as a saber was ignited. The figure swept back its hood, revealing what she had suspected. “Madame Kenobi,” Xanatos said, making show of offering a polite bow. “You seem to have lost your way. This is no place for a lady to be.” She answered by igniting her own saber, violet mingling, but somewhat overshadowed the by the deep red. “Ah, I should have known that Kenobi would only wed his equal.” Xanatos began to step around her, the usual posturing for sizing up an opponent. Siri stood firm and defensive. Not acting rashly, not attacking, even though it was what she wanted to do with every fiber of her being. She needed time. Delaying this fight would only help her. “And what exactly would his equal be,” Siri asked. “A Jedi,” the Sith breathed out. His eyes flashed yellow, streaked with the red, turning his handsome face into something evil. “I have waited for a long time to bring pain into your husband’s life.” The image of Bren’an growing up without a mother, or worse, dying an early death flittered through her mind. She saw Obi-Wan alone, grieving, blaming himself for whatever happened. Abruptly, she shut out such thoughts. She hadn’t lost yet and didn’t intend to die any time soon. “Your thoughts betray,” Xanatos said softly, stepping closer. Gone were the inhuman features, replace by handsome eyes of midnight blue that could almost entrance. A carefully crafted disguise of concern and compassion covered him. “You love deeply. It makes you weak.” Another step closer. “I will not harm him.” “Who?” she said finding her voice. Alarmed at how close the Sith was, Siri took a few steps back, bringing her saber up. “Your son.” A smile slipped across Xanatos’ pale features. “He will have a good life and power beyond his dreams.” Siri felt anger well up inside her at the meaning. Her son trained as a Sith, standing beside the enemy of all she held true. It would never happen. She would die a horrible death before she let him near Bren’an. Fire lit up her eyes. “Ah, the mother kitling has arrived,” the Sith hissed. “This might be more fun than I thought.” Siri allowed the Force to wash over her, drawing on the distant presences in the Temple, of those who had gone before and stood against darkness. She felt comfort as thousands of voices urged her on. She lashed out with her saber, her arms jolting as violet met crimson. * The tunnels of Coruscant’s lower levels were a treacherous labyrinth. No one who didn’t know the area went below, the maze a haven for thieves and those hiding from the law. It was with determination and a fire born of Light that three Jedi entered, two masters and the Force’s Chosen One.” “I have their signals,” Corrar said, quickening his pace as he looked at a small device he carried in his hand. The elders had decided several months earlier that all Jedi should be chipped. Corrar was glad. “They are separated.” “Bren’an is safe,” Anakin assure him, pushing ahead of the group as long-legged strides carried him deeper into the tunnel. Neither master doubted the young man’s senses. The Chosen One had been under Master Yoda’s direct tutelage for over ten years. “Only because Siri has put herself between him and danger,” Corrar voiced with worry evident in his words. As they neared her signal, the echo of sabers clashing grew in their ears. Corrar broke out into a full run, his saber already ignited. They could see the streaks of violet and crimson as they approached a juncture in the tunnels, a place that was spread out enough to allow easier movement. The Sith was aggressively pummeling his opponent, each strike met expertly, but it was clear Siri was tiring and favoring her left shoulder. A strong blow sent her to the ground. Siri kicked out, sweeping Xanatos’ feet out from under him. He tucked into a somersault and recovered quickly, bringing his saber down to meet Siri’s again. The sabers hissed and crackled as he slowly began to push the violet blade back towards her head. Her arms shook as she struggled against his greater brute strength. Abruptly, Xanatos turned to meet a Corrar’s blade slicing through the air. Siri collapsed to the ground. “More players,” Xanatos said with delight as he backed up to survey the new opponents. He glanced toward Anakin, eyes narrowing. “I haven’t seen your face before.” “And it will be the last thing you see,” Anakin threatened. “Anakin,” Qui-Gon warned. “Let us handle this.” “Yes, go back and play with the other children,” Xanatos mocked. Anakin lunged forward with a lightening quick strike that sent Xanatos careening into the tunnel wall. The Sith looked up in disgust, wiping blood from a cut on the side of his head before unleashing his own attack. Even Qui-Gon paused for a moment, watching the power of the Chosen One in motion as he battered the Sith backward, but knew it had to stop. Anakin still lacked experience, and it could very well get him killed. Before Qui-Gon could find his way into the fight, Xanatos rushed away in a burst of Force-enhanced speed, Anakin following closely behind. “Take Siri and find Bren’an,” Qui-Gon said to Corrar. “I will …” he paused, letting out a frustrated sigh, “I will find Anakin.” -----signature----- For Such a Time as This ( 09/21/08) A Shrouded Path (08/31/08)
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DountCooku Registered: Jul '06	Date Posted: 10/15/07 10:21am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Yay, first reply! It looks like Anakin hasn't lost his impetuousness. I hope it doesn't take a lost arm to convince him to back down. Although it would be nice to see him wipe the sneer from Xanatos' face. A great post, Master_Noi! Already looking forward to the next one.
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Spiritweaver Registered: Oct '07	Date Posted: 10/15/07 12:28pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Wowzers! What an update! Wooo! You know its a great update when your readers are left on the edge of their seats and begging for more. (And if you didn't realize this is me begging! ) I can't wait for more, so please keep up the wonderful writing! -----signature----- For me, a page of good prose is where one hears the rain and the noise of battle. ~ John Cheever
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bek Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 10/15/07 1:34pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Thank goodness Siri and Bren’an are safe. Hopefully Obi-Wan won't do something rash being that his wife and child were just attacked. But with Qui-Gon chasing after the sith and Anakin, he may do just that to secure his mentor's safety. Great job with this, the tension was clearly felt. -----signature----- Update 10/2/08- Chapter 40- Life Beyond the Code (Obi-Wan/Anakin) - http://boards.theforce.net/The_Saga/b10476/20820324 Update 9/3/08- Chapter 26 - Not Myself - (Obi-Wan/Qui-Gon/Oc's) - Before the Saga Update 9/3/08 - Part 6 - Strength to Begin Ane
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obsessedwithSW Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 10/15/07 2:05pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Whew! I was worried. I thought Siri was a goner! Great scene though, loved the Xan /Siri confrontation! Anakin is still Anakin rash and overconfident. Wonderful! -----signature----- Yes Darth Maul -bring sexy back! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JW8kOYvwVng Avid SiriWaner ! Stories in Bio
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Independence1776 Registered: Feb '06	Date Posted: 10/15/07 2:55pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Well, now the Sith know that there are quite a few more Jedi out there. Of course, that is if Xanatos escapes. Which he probably will.... Bravo for Siri to stand up to him like that! But Anakin is being an idiot again.... -----signature----- "Independence forever." John Adams Padawan to Luna_Nightshade Fics in bio Ever wondered what would happen if some normal students came to the Temple? Come find out: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/27996678
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smoke20ts Registered: Jun '05	Date Posted: 10/15/07 3:56pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Siri felt anger well up inside her at the meaning. Her son trained as a Sith, standing beside the enemy of all she held true. It would never happen. She would die a horrible death before she let him near Bren’an. Fire lit up her eyes. “Ah, the mother kitling has arrived,” the Sith hissed. “This might be more fun than I thought.” Siri's reaction to the threat to her son is right on the mark -- willing to sacrifice her safety and possibly even her life to insure that Bren'an has time to get away. Xanatos really should know better than to provoke a mother by threatening her child; especially if that mother is a Jedi Knight. “More players,” Xanatos said with delight as he backed up to survey the new opponents. He glanced toward Anakin, eyes narrowing. “I haven’t seen your face before.” “And it will be the last thing you see,” Anakin threatened. “Anakin,” Qui-Gon warned. “Let us handle this.” “Yes, go back and play with the other children,” Xanatos mocked. Anakin lunged forward with a lightening quick strike that sent Xanatos careening into the tunnel wall. The Sith looked up in disgust, wiping blood from a cut on the side of his head before unleashing his own attack. Even Qui-Gon paused for a moment, watching the power of the Chosen One in motion as he battered the Sith backward, but knew it had to stop. Anakin still lacked experience, and it could very well get him killed. Before Qui-Gon could find his way into the fight, Xanatos rushed away in a burst of Force-enhanced speed, Anakin following closely behind. “Take Siri and find Bren’an,” Qui-Gon said to Corrar. “I will …” he paused, letting out a frustrated sigh, “I will find Anakin.” Looks like Anakin is as impetuous as ever; hopefully he won't get himself in over his head. I have to think that Xanatos had to be more than a little surprised at the strength of Anakin's attack. I kind of feel sorry for Qui-Gon. Anakin hasn't been on Coruscant more than a few hours and already he is acting impulsively. I think Anakin is certainly going to make sure that Qui-Gon's life is never dull or boring. Well done on another wonderful chapter! Thank you for sharing this incredible story. It is definitely one of my favorites and I carry a copy of it on my PDA so that I always have something good to read. Keep up the good work!
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dianethx Registered: Mar '02	Date Posted: 10/15/07 4:21pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Great fight scene. I loved that Obi-Wan knew that he had to remain behind to make sure the Sith didn't win in the Senate. But Xan now knows that Siri is a Jedi. That's not good. And Anakin is being his usual impetuous self. I just hope Qui-Gon can catch up and help him - and doesn't die in the attempt!!!! Please don't kill him again. Great job. -----signature----- Betrayal - http://boards.theforce.net/s/b1/10935143 updated 9/22/08 Fragments of Illusion- http://boards.theforce.net/bts/b10475/28456473 updated 8/16/08 Freeze frame - http://boards.theforce.net/s/b10476/27820434 Master to jedidas3 Impeach Bush!
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OBI-LOVE Registered: Feb '07	Date Posted: 10/15/07 5:33pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Now that both Anakin and Qui-Gon are going after Xanatos, I'm worried. With Obi-Wan on the way, when he finds out who attacked Siri and Bren'an, this could get into quite a chase/fight. Please don't let Qui-Gon or Obi-Wan get killed or hurt. Anakin, being rash, might deserve being knocked down a peg or two. Hopefully no limb loss, though. What an update - stupendous! Eagerly awaiting the next post.
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Jaira Title: FanForce Arkansas PR Officer Registered: May '05	Date Posted: 10/15/07 8:21pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Wonderful scenes going on here. I love seeing Siri so protective and fight-ready. And Xan has always been such a delicious villain, and you write him well. I'm in suspense for the next chapter! -----signature----- Where has all the Siriwan gone? Need a fun break? http://z9.invisionfree.com/Jello_Anarchy/
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PadawanKitara Registered: Dec '01	Date Posted: 10/15/07 11:08pm Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	No matter what the upbringing, Anakin is still..... well,...Anakin. -----signature----- Courtier of the Royal Order of Shambling Dufi We are Dufi...Resistance is Futile! UCLA BRUINS
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Captain_Observant Registered: Dec '02	Date Posted: 10/16/07 2:20am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	I suppose that it is finally time for me to stop lurking and let you know how much I am enjoying reading this story. Having re-read the entire thing from beginning to end in the past 24 hours (in my defense, I work nights, and there's not a lot to do after 1 AM on my days off...), I have to finally speak up and tell you that it is brillant. I love your characters. Your OC's are great and loveable, and I will admit that I was pretty sad when you killed off Kitab. Byram is also a great character. He and Garen have provided me with quite a bit of enertainment. And the relationhips that you have built between your characters, especially Obi-Wan and Siri are very strong and believable. You are also doing great work with the characters that you have borrowed from dear old George. They remain true to who they were created to be - case in point being Anakin in that last chapter. Still as impulsive as ever!! The plot that you have so expertly twisted to include the context of the movies is very creative and wonderfully developed. I love the idea of the Jedi having existed in hiding for years, marrying and having their very own children. It's intriguing, and your have masterfully written it. I could go on, but I am running out of more synonyms to the word "marvelous" and you have better things to do than read a long, raving post, such as writing the next post! You have created a great story here, and I plan on sticking around until it is done. Fabulous work. Bravo! -----signature----- "Tact is for people who aren't witty enough to be sarcastic." Innocent, unless you get blood on your hands, then guilty until you find the bleach. "I raised my daughters not to be afraid of anything - except spiders." My Dad
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Gkilkenny Registered: Mar '04	Date Posted: 10/16/07 5:20am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Thank the force Xanatos did not kill Siri, Obi-Wan does not need any more trauma in his life. Although I am sure you will give him more pain and suffering before the end this is a wonderful story and I am enjoying it. -----signature----- Padawan to p_stotts Peace over anger - honour over hate - Strength over fear. Links to Stories in my Bio. Obi-Wan forever.
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Kivas Registered: Mar '05	Date Posted: 10/16/07 7:52am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Great update, I bet he wondered what hit him when Anakin came at him. Ok...I think you need to stop whatever you are doing and give another chapter.. quickly before we all fall off the edges of our seats -----signature----- Spectres they may be, Your spectres they are Hurt you they can.
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Jedi_Scribe Registered: Jun '07	Date Posted: 10/16/07 10:33am Subject: RE: For Such a Time as This (Obi-Wan, Qui-Gon, others - very AU) - Chapter 64 updated 10/15
	Siri allowed the Force to wash over her, drawing on the distant presences in the Temple, of those who had gone before and stood against darkness. She felt comfort as thousands of voices urged her on. She lashed out with her saber, her arms jolting as violet met crimson. That is an absolutely beautiful passage if I have ever seen one. *** The tunnels of Coruscant’s lower levels were a treacherous labyrinth. No one who didn’t know the area went below, the maze a haven for thieves and those hiding from the law. It was with determination and a fire born of Light that three Jedi entered, two masters and the Force’s Chosen One.” Excellent imagery. Anakin lunged forward with a lightening quick strike that sent Xanatos careening into the tunnel wall. The Sith looked up in disgust, wiping blood from a cut on the side of his head before unleashing his own attack. Even Qui-Gon paused for a moment, watching the power of the Chosen One in motion as he battered the Sith backward, but knew it had to stop. Anakin still lacked experience, and it could very well get him killed. Great action. “Take Siri and find Bren’an,” Qui-Gon said to Corrar. “I will …” he paused, letting out a frustrated sigh, “I will find Anakin.” LOL - and then there's the humor. Spectacular update all around. Bravo -----signature----- Mando'ad draar digu * FADA Acolyte * "This threshold is mine. I claim it for my own. Bring on your thousands one at a time or all in a rush. I don't give a damn. None shall pass." --- Ganner Rhysode
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