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Author	Topic: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU - Completed April 1
MistiWhitesun Registered: Aug '04	Date Posted: 12/27/06 6:15pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin, Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	[grimace] Let me guess: Padmé isn't dead. MistiWhitesun <— add to PM list, please. -Misti -----signature----- Fade to Black (Vader finds Scout) http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25847641/p1 "I should've known it would come to this."
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TnTornado Registered: Jun '06	Date Posted: 12/27/06 8:28pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin, Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	I like the start - can't remember if I posted on your other A/B story, but I really liked it, so this story really looks cool. Now, hopefully since he is letting out his grief, he won't go dark, and Barriss will be able to help him. Maybe they can even have a force bond (I love those) Please add me to the PM list, TnTornado -----signature----- I PROUDLY Ship: J/TK, A/T, L/M, H/L, K/J New Viggie - My Emotions(Anakin Skywalker): http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25624549/p1/?5
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Jade_Max Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 12/29/06 9:37pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin, Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	leia_naberrie - laughs ‘cause it works :Þ JediVegeta - chuckle You’re most welcome for killing off Padmé :Þ. I’ve been toying with this idea since the last one, but I wanted to get a better read on Barriss’ character. Since she and Luminara will play such a key role in this story, it was important to better understand them. VaderLVR64 - grin Yes, yes you do have a standing order. It seems not missing Padmé is a good thing lol! Of course, even dead she’ll play a part KELIA – Well, he hasn’t let go completely just yet, but at least Padmé’s death wasn’t any fault of his own. Meaning he won’t have the issue he did with his mother’s death. Actually, that plays a part later zips her lips Luminara_Kenobi – grin Thanks for reading, I’ll be sure to PM you LuminaraFan4Evr – I’d be delighted to keep sending you PMs, I’m glad you like it so far! Handmaiden_Azul – Sure thing! Daenarrah – Wonderful to have you along! Keep an eye out for those PMs. I have to admit, I don’t think Anakin’s yet over her death, but it will be easier here since his feelings are still those of a little boy worshiping a young woman from afar. MoAngel - laughs I can echo that – the last thing I needed to do was start another story lol. I’ll be sure to add you and the next update is coming shortly! Rhodna – You’re not the only one from the look of it. As an A/P fan myself, I find I’m drawn to the alternative. But only if Padmé’s out of the picture lol! I’ll be sure to PM you. Raptor517 - grin Watch for PMs and thanks for reading! _ThatJediScum_ – Yup, she’s dead. I’ll be sure to PM you, I’m glad you’re enjoying it so far. And a Belated Merry Christmas to you too WiseOldYoda – Certainly, I’d be delighted to PM you bek - laughs something a little different – I’d be happy to PM you. EverydayAngel – I’ll be sure to keep you name on my list! And you’re right, with Padmé out of the picture there’s no competition for Barriss See, I have my priorities sorted out! After reading about Barriss’ character, she seems very in tune with people’s emotions and drawn to the complex web that is Anakin Skywalker. So it makes sense she’d draw him out doing the one thing she knows he loves, and then making him realize what he’s doing. MistiWhitesun – Actually, no, Padmé really is dead in this. I’ll be happy to PM you TnTornado - grin No worries, I’ll be happy to PM you. Hmmm, Force Bond – I hadn’t considered that in this… But thus far it’s not a part of my plot – but we’ll see where the muse takes me. I have to add one more note. I just about killed myself laughing at how many people don’t mind that Padmé died – and here I was worried about it Thanks for reading everyone, update to follow shortly! -----signature----- You'll Like me when I'm Dead - V/P Dark Drama - http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/29236355 Don't think, write. And have faith that your subconscious mind is smarter than you.- lazy RIP my little Nibbler
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Jade_Max Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 12/29/06 9:38pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin, Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic) - Date Edited: 12/30/06 12:15am (1 edits total) Edited By: Jade_Max
	Anakin palmed open the door to the dual room he shared with Obi-Wan and stepped inside. Barriss entered behind him, pausing for the barest of seconds on the threshold. She felt nervous, almost as if in coming inside the small room she’d agreed to his unspoken request. Anakin’s hand was still clasped in hers and his fingers tightened knowingly around hers. Barriss felt his reassurance; he was trying to tell her not to be afraid, that things were going to be alright. She wanted to laugh, but was afraid it would sound at best hollow, at worst hysterical. He stopped, turning to face her. “You don’t have to stay Barriss.” "You're in no shape to be alone right now." Her counter was delivered with a nod of her head. "What kind of friend would I be if I left you alone, huh?" Anakin stared at her for a long minute and then stepped close to her. She didn't retreat as his arms came about her, puling her close. She went willingly. She ducked her head a little to tuck it under his chin, her arms sliding under his to encircle his chest. She felt his gratitude, and the lingering edges of pain. He opened himself to her, fractionally, letting her see, letting her understand from exactly where his grief came; from which dreams and memories. Anakin's grip was tight, but not uncomfortably so, and Barriss closed her eyes, firmly pushing all thoughts of being a Jedi out of her mind. The Jedi had no place in the grief Anakin felt for his fallen friend. The part of him that grieved wasn't a Jedi; he was a nine year old boy with a crush on a powerful woman who showed him kindness. His grief was that of a dreamer and planner; the grief of a boy caught in the body of a young man who'd never again see the woman who'd been such a focal point of his existence. A woman who'd been more perfect in his thoughts than any human could be. Barriss felt Anakin begin to shake again, and clutched him tighter. His head dropped to align with hers, and they stood, ear to ear, as Anakin tried to work through the pain. Hesitantly, a little worried he'd break, she voice the first question that had come to mind with his openness. "She called you Ani?" He half-sobbed, half-laughed at her choice of questions. Of all the memories, she'd picked up on that particular one. "Yeah." His voice was ragged. "Don't tell anyone, I'd never... never live it down." Barriss pulled back to look at him, smoothing the tears from one cheek with the pad of her thumb. "I wouldn't dream of it." "Thanks." He gulped, releasing her and turning away. Barriss followed, close on his heels, as he stopped by the couch in the small living space. He dropped onto it, stretching out gangly legs he hadn't completely grown into yet. He looked at him, frowned, and then pushed him forward. Her leg came up, sliding along his back.. Anakin looked at her shocked. "Barriss, what are you-" "Oh relax." She shifted, sliding herself into the gap he was to stunned to make bigger. "Oof, shift forward, would you?" Anakin did so immediately and Barriss dropped into the open space. She reached for him, dragging him backwards until he was resting with his back against her chest, his head on her shoulder. Anakin shifted to make himself more comfortable as Barriss encircled his shoulder with her arms. "That's better. So... how come you haven't talked to her in so long?" Anakin closed his eyes, swallowing hard. "Our paths never crossed again. I thought that, maybe someday... someday the Force would bring us back together." Barriss stroked his hair. "Maybe they still will." He looked up at her questioningly. Barriss shrugged. "I know she wasn't a Jedi but it's said all beings get released into the Force when they die. Maybe she'll be waiting for you." He dropped his head in understanding. "That's a long time away." "I hope so." Barriss poked his shoulder. "I don't expect to lose a friend of my own, Anakin." "You won't." His promise was soft. His hands came up to encircle her forearms, hugging them close to his chest. "Thanks for being here to listen, Barriss." "You'd do the same for me." She fell silent for a minute. "Anakin?" "Yeah?" Barriss hesitated. "Do you... do you think that fantasizing about someone the way you fantasized about her is against the code?" Anakin blushed. "I sure hope not, or I'll never make Knight." "Me either." She paused thoughtfully. "I think all Jedi need those fantasies. It helps keep us linked to the other beings in the universe and to each other. They let us know that, while we may be the guardians of the Republic and choose a solitary existence, we're still fundamentally like those we choose to protect. Does that make sense?" "You lost me." Barriss chuckled softly. "Forget it. I think my point is that I don't think fantasies are bad. Without them, I think we'd lose a very fundamental piece of ourselves." "I don't know. My mother..." Anakin sighed, continuing. "My mother used to tell me to dream big, that I could be anything I wanted to be." "What was it like, knowing your mother?" Anakin's face softened, longing clear in his tone. "Unlike any relationship I've ever been in since. I could do anything and she wouldn't get mad at me." Barriss raised her eyebrows. "Anything?" Anakin nodded. "There was this one time a friend of mine and I were playing with these old vibro knives Watto had tossed away as junk. We were learning to throw them and he almost hit my mother while she was coming out with Watto's wash. I thought she was going to be so mad!" He smiled sadly at the memory. "She didn't even raise her voice. She just asked why. I told her the truth; we wanted to be able to protect everyone if Tuskan Raiders ever came near the house. She hugged me, and told me she was certain we'd succeed - and then we were told to throw the knives away from the doorways." Barriss chuckled softly. "She seems like a remarkable woman." Anakin's face fell. "I wish she was here right now." "Did she know Padmé?" "She met her." Anakin's voice was soft. "I remember when mom told her that we were slaves and how appalled Padmé was. I used to have these dreams of going back and rescuing all of the slaves." "A noble goal." "But not one I can accomplish while -" he cut himself off, taking a deep breath. "It was a kid's dream, a fantasy. Nothing more." "What did Padmé think of your dream?" Anakin's tone turned painful. "She called it a noble goal, but one I'd have to work hard for." "And you have." Barriss smoothed her hand through his cropped hair. "I don't think that's a dream you should let go of, Anakin." "You don't?" "Everyone needs something to work towards. Rescuing your mother and the rest of the slaves from their poverty is a dream worth fighting for." Anakin's eyes slowly closed, and he turned his head against her shoulder. "I don't want to dream anymore, Barriss. I just want to sleep." "Why?" He didn't open his eyes, but he didn't have to for her to feel his pain. "Because they hurt too much when they shatter and die." Barriss cradled him against her, tucking her head close to his, and simply held him. She had no answers. Her Master might have, or maybe his, but Anakin's pain went too deep for answers. It needed empathy and understanding - not censure. Anakin's breath feathered across her cheek. "Barriss?" "Yes, Anakin?" "Would you stay and keep the nightmares away?" She could feel the weariness that accompanied the request and nodded, even though his eyes remained closed. "Sleep, Anakin. I'll be here when you wake." The barest of smiles crossed his lips as he sank into slumber. -----signature----- You'll Like me when I'm Dead - V/P Dark Drama - http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/29236355 Don't think, write. And have faith that your subconscious mind is smarter than you.- lazy RIP my little Nibbler
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Luminara_Kenobi Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 12/30/06 12:35am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	Aw, that was sweet. Poor Ani... You say Lumi's going to be a major part of this, too? Yay! -----signature----- Oafie & Lulu Long Live the original JA series-- why did it go out of print?! Long Live Freedom of Speech!!! Constantly thinking of new and innovative ways to shave Obi-Wan I miss you, too.
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Rhodna Registered: Nov '06	Date Posted: 12/30/06 3:22am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	He didn't open his eyes, but he didn't have to for her to feel his pain. "Because they hurt too much when they shatter and die." Oh, I absolutely loved this line! it fits so well with Anakin and with everything that he has been through - naturally, he'd be wary of having hopes and dreams anymore. I'm liking this story more an more. I wonder how different things will be this time around - perhaps he'll even be able to save his Mother... Wonderful! -----signature----- Padawan to Kelia & Padawan Sister to BrentusofGath Old Communist Man: The corn-mash does not explode. On a Tom-the-cat voice: Don't you believe it! Dragonborn - http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25787900/p1/?1 Links to fics in Bio
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MistiWhitesun Registered: Aug '04	Date Posted: 12/30/06 9:35am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	Aw… I, too, liked the line about shattered dreams hurting too much. Maybe this Anakin won't be so arrogant that he'll want to do everything himself & fall for it, hm? Thanks for the PM! So Padmé is dead, rather than it being a mistake—I should've remembered that you're not that mean. Usually. -Misti -----signature----- Fade to Black (Vader finds Scout) http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/25847641/p1 "I should've known it would come to this."
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Daenarrah Registered: Nov '05	Date Posted: 12/30/06 9:58am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	I love this chapter. I think it's great that Anakin is opening up to Barriss the way he is. It's what he needs to do. And I love the support Barriss is giving him. Taling about Padme had to have been hard but I think it was something he had to do or else it would eat him up inside. I thought it was so cute when she asked him about being called "Ani". Sometimes it's noticing the simplest or silliest of things that makes a person smile.
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EverydayAngel Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 12/30/06 10:17am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	Thank you for the PM Oh I love this story I love how Barriss held him and softly got him to open up about the things on his mind. I think her saying this helped (even though she lost him LOL) "I think all Jedi need those fantasies. It helps keep us linked to the other beings in the universe and to each other. They let us know that, while we may be the guardians of the Republic and choose a solitary existence, we're still fundamentally like those we choose to protect. Does that make sense?" Lookin forward to the update
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Handmaiden_Azul Registered: Dec '05	Date Posted: 12/30/06 10:55am Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic) - Date Edited: 12/30/06 10:59am (1 edits total) Edited By: Handmaiden_Azul
	Aww, this is so sweet. I love these two! I also love that you are not afraid to write Anakin with someone other than Padme. Too many people seem to be so stuck on P/A they don't see the possibility of anything else!
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Raptor517 Registered: Sep '06	Date Posted: 12/31/06 1:21pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	This is way better than AOTC. You can actually see Anakin and Bariss falling in love, whereas in AOTC Padme and Anakin merely see each other, and somehow come to the conclusion that they're in love. These two are talking, getting to know one other, etc. Great update! Raptor517 -----signature----- Piercing the Darkness http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28010631/p1/?1 His Brother's Words http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/26020497/p1/?3 Metamorphosis http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/24997946/p5/?7 Hunter's Vendetta http://
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KELIA Title: Fan Fiction Moderator Registered: Jul '05	Date Posted: 1/1/07 12:17pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	Awww....that was just lovely. I loved Anakin's memories of Shmi. Beautiful update -----signature----- "Do or do not, there is no try." Master Yoda A Light In The Darkness: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28150602/p1/?8 Undue Circumstances: http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/28530583/p1/?10
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Jade_Max Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 1/3/07 8:25pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic) - Date Edited: 1/3/07 8:43pm (2 edits total) Edited By: Jade_Max
	Luminara_Kenobi – Yup, Luminara comes into play in the next post... Rhodna – considering how much Anakin is afraid to lose those he loves, I felt it would be apt to have something about dreams shattering – I’m glad you like that line! And anything is possible now that the future has been changed MistiWhitesun – I guess we’ll see where my muse takes us, eh? I don’t really have a plot for this story, just a general idea of what I want to have happen. And yes, Padmé is dead. I wouldn’t dream of making this a triangle – I’ll be doing that in Smuggler!Padmé and wouldn’t want similar story lines Daenarrah – Anakin really needed her and after their friendship formed on Ansion, I think she’d be the logical person for him to turn to. Especially since he’s still not no par with Obi-Wan. As a Padawan, not yet a Knight, turning to another Padawan, especially one that’s already earned his trust, is something he needs. EverydayAngel - smile Thanks. I think Barriss is an under explored character. She has the potential – in my opinion, of being a very strong, very insightful Jedi. She also, in my opinion, has the potential of balance Anakin out. She’s almost his opposite – he focuses on his fighting, she’s a healer. He’s a doer, she’s a thinker. I think he needs that balance. Handmaiden_Azul – I couldn’t resist after Jedi Trace put the challenge out in the crack!ship thread. And then I picked up “The Approaching Storm” and was hooked. Barriss is a neat character. Of course, the A/P relationship turns into the rest of the Star Wars Saga, so I can see where there’d be a difficulty seeing anything else chuckle Raptor517 - laughs I think it’s just different from AotC. I could do a “missing moments” series of A/P moments where AotC would make sense to have them falling in love. Oh, wait.. I think I did do that laughs that reminds me I have to go back and rework the ending. Glad you’re enjoying this! For the moment though, Anakin and Barriss are just focusing on their ties to one another. They’re not exactly looking to fall in love – but they will KELIA – Thanks I figure Anakin probably has a lot of memories like that of his mother. So I’m hoping to include them I’m going to be collecting my novel of AotC from my brother too so I can verify something, but I won’t say what just yet. Post is up and ready for readers grin Thanks for reading everyone! -----signature----- You'll Like me when I'm Dead - V/P Dark Drama - http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/29236355 Don't think, write. And have faith that your subconscious mind is smarter than you.- lazy RIP my little Nibbler
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Jade_Max Registered: Jun '02	Date Posted: 1/3/07 8:35pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic)
	"No... Mom... no..." Barriss woke with a start, the whimper that brought her to wakefulness sending her senses into over drive. She relaxed after a moment when she sensed nothing amiss. Nothing but Anakin's apprehension; his fear. The emotion was choking, throbbing, a noxious mass that swirled from his mind like a cloud, engulfing her in utter despair. "No... Mom!" Anakin's voice was climbing, his fear increasing. Barriss put her hands on his forehead, hesitating for a moment when he shook his head to knock them away. She concentrated, doing it without thinking and focused on the source of that fear… Sun. Sand. Blazing heat. A handsome older woman with brown hair. Brown hair matted with blood. A cut on her cheek. Her hands drawn, pulled tight across a combined pair of bones. Bones so large they held her weight as effectively as they held her captive. Blood Body odor Death. Brown robes swathed strange looking humanoids as they raised a weapon of some kind above their heads. Bodies scattered the ground around them as they moved, killing with impunity. They screamed a challenge, one turning to the trapped female, his weapon coming back and- "MOM NO!" Barriss' presence was catapulted back into her own mind as Anakin woke, bolting upright on the sofa. She reeled from the images, not understanding their significance except for one thing. The brown haired woman was Anakin's mother. Anakin was breathing hard, sweat running down his face as he fought against the fear the nightmare had caused. He clutched his chest, the weight of what he'd seen pressing down on him, suffocating his ability to think, his ability to rationalize. He had to get to her and he had to get to her now! Cool hands slid over his face, gentle finger tips turning his head. The nightmare began to face, but not the horrible implications. His mother needed him; she was in danger. He finally focused on the person in front of him and the nightmare became real all over again. Barriss. Padmé. Dead. Anakin closed his eyes, hunching forward, and Barriss pulled him close once more. He shuddered in her grasp, a tangled mix of emotions she couldn't begin to sort out. Barriss held him, but said nothing. He didn't need her words; just her touch. And so she touched him. She rubbed his back in reassurance, letting the strong, firm circles speak of her commitment to his well being. She smoothed his hair, the action one of understanding and empathy. She gently brushed silent tears from his cheeks to show her caring for his emotional state. Anakin's recovery from the nightmare was slow. He didn't want to relinquish the comfort he found in Barriss' arms. He didn't want to face the world or a galaxy that would take one friend from him only to allow his mother to be taken the very next day. No, she wasn't gone yet; he knew that with certainty. "I saw, Anakin." His head came up jerkily at Barriss' soft words. "You saw what?" She flushed, her tattoos standing out on her cheeks. "I... You were having a nightmare and I wanted to help. So I linked my mind to yours. I saw your mother." "You invaded-" The door to the room sprang open suddenly, cutting off whatever accusation Anakin had been about to make, and Obi-Wan appeared in the doorway. "Anakin?" "Master." Anakin managed to keep his indignation from his voice. Obi-Wan stepped inside, his expression relieved. "I was worried about you, Padawan, I - Barriss?" "Yes, Master Kenobi?" Obi-Wan looked from one Padawan to the other. "Luminara's been looking for you. It's late." Barriss tilted her head at a defiant angle despite her pleasant tone. Her face was clear of all but normal color for Barriss didn't feel the need to be embarrassed. She'd done nothing wrong in trying to help. "I understand that, Master, but Anakin needed me." "Needed you." The Negotiator crossed his arms over his chest. "I see." Anakin leaned forward, away from Barriss, and cradled his head in his hands. "It's the truth, Master. Padmé..." his voice broke. "Senator Amidala was killed today." Obi-Wan's expression softened. He made a motion for Barriss to leave. Barriss hesitated, torn between the ingrained obedience of following a Master's orders and the need to keep her promise to Anakin. Anakin must had felt her turmoil for his turned his head, one blue eye peeking out from between his wrist and shoulder. "I'll be alright, Barriss." "You're sure?" She avoided Obi-Wan's gaze. It wasn't that she questioned the Master's ability in dealing with his Padawan; it was just that Masters tended to be more reserved when things like this happened. Anakin nodded. "I'll catch you later." Barriss rose reluctantly, feeling the blood rushing back into legs that hadn't been used in several hours - and had been confined by Anakin's weight. She used the Force to help herself as she left the room, headed for her own bunk. But her thoughts stayed with Anakin and the disturbing dream that he'd seen; the one she'd shared. Palming open her own quarters, Barriss stopped. "Master?" Luminara was sitting on the only couch in the room, her gaze fastened on the doorway. "Padawan." Barriss bit her lip. "I'm sorry, I'm late, but I-" "It is customary to call if you're otherwise occupied, Padawan. A common courtesy, in fact." Barriss flushed. She hadn't given her Master a second thought once she'd felt the depth of Anakin's pain. "I'm sorry. I have no excuses." Luminara examined her Padawan carefully. "Something is bothering you." Barriss sighed, stepping in and allowing the door to close behind her. "Yes, Master." "And?" It took a moment for Barriss to organize her thoughts. "Master, how is the bond between a Padawan and their Master different from a child and a parent?" Luminara cocked her head at the young woman before her in surprise. She recovered quickly, thinking carefully about the question as she patted the couch beside her. Barriss slid into the indicated seat, watching her Master expectantly. Luminara finally spoke once more. "I suppose the difference would be in the blood relation, Barriss. Having never known my own parents, it is difficult to say. When Jedi children are brought to the temple, they learn to see all Jedi, both Knights and Masters, as parental figures. The bond between a Master and their Padawan is similar, but more like an older sibling teaching a younger one how to avoid their mistakes. Why do you ask?" "I have been asking myself what I will feel when you die." Luminara's eyebrows rose. Twice in one night and her Padawan had surprised her. "Relief, I should think, to finally be rid of me." "Never!" Barriss stared at her Master appalled. "I would miss you terribly." "Just as I would miss you. There is a deeper meaning here, I can feel it." Barriss flushed. "Anakin lost someone dear to him today." "The Senator from Naboo." "Yes." Barriss paused, wondering if it was her place to share Anakin's vision, but knew she needed a different point of view. One that was objective; one that was more experienced than her own. "He also had a dream this evening." "A dream? Jedi don't dream." "He did." Barriss felt her mouth go dry, the emotional turmoil of Anakin's vision coming back to roil in her gut. "He dreamt of his mother." "This was not a pleasant dream?" "He saw her being hurt and tortured by these awful creatures." Luminara was silent for a long moment. "Jedi don't dream." "Could it be a Force vision." "It is possible, yes. But the future is always in motion; there's no telling if this particular vision will come to pass." Luminara pinned her Padawan with a look. "Did he speak to you of this?" "Not exactly." Barriss rubbed a hand over her stomach, telling it firmly to settle down. "I was with him when he dreamt it; I shared his dream." "And your thoughts on it?" "It was disjointed, erratic, as if seen through the eyes of an individual caught in a maelstrom." Barriss' words were soft and contemplative. "I've never felt such fear; never thought you could be so afraid. But not fear for himself; it's fear for another. He was terrified of the possibility of losing her when he's just lost someone else close to him." She lifted her head with sudden understanding. "Anakin's afraid that if he loses his mother, he loses something vital to who he is." Luminara nodded approvingly. "And the recourse?" "I don't know, Master. Anakin's situation is... special." "Indeed. Perhaps the better question is - what is the desired course of action?" "He wants to rescue her." "And what would happen if he finds her safe and well?" Barriss frowned. "Relief, I should think." "Not doubt in his abilities?" "I don't think anything could dent Anakin's belief in his abilities." Luminara chuckled, patting her shoulder. "Well said, Barriss. It is late and time to retire. We've much to do in the morning." Barriss watched her Master move leave. "To do, Master? We're on leave, aren't we?" Luminara paused on the threshold of her room and turned to look back at her Padawan solemnly. "The Chancellor has asked that an honor guard escort Senator Amidala's body home to Naboo. The Council felt that Obi-Wan and Anakin would be best suited." Barris sucked in a sharp breath, half-pushing out of her chair. "He's not-" Luminara's look silenced her. "Anakin is stronger than you give him credit for, Barriss. But you are correct. The council has sensed the pain Anakin is in and feels the necessity to offer him closure. You and I will be going along as part of the honor guard." Barriss sank back down in relief, waiting until her Master had disappeared into her own room before closing her eyes and placing her face in her hands. She rubbed it firmly, trying to ease the tension in her forehead. Honor guard. It was a poorly cloaked babysitting assignment that was better suited to Anakin's Master. Yet, despite the sudden withdrawal of her much earned leave, Barriss found she didn't mind. Anakin would need a friend, someone who could understand and empathize without the burden of higher rank. If nothing else, she was resolved to be that friend. -----signature----- You'll Like me when I'm Dead - V/P Dark Drama - http://boards.theforce.net/the_saga/b10476/29236355 Don't think, write. And have faith that your subconscious mind is smarter than you.- lazy RIP my little Nibbler
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Jedi Trace Title: • SouthEast RSA • Fan Fiction Manager Registered: Dec '99	Date Posted: 1/3/07 9:33pm Subject: RE: Tragedy on the Landing Pad - Anakin/Barriss, AotC AU. (Short Story, possibly epic) - Date Edited: 1/3/07 9:35pm (1 edits total) Edited By: Jedi Trace
	Dude.... I will gladly take the blame for this! Your characterizations are wonderful! Anakin's inner turmoil and Barriss' compassion and intuition are portrayed beautifully. The combat sequence reminded me of the opening scene in Medstar II: Jedi Healer where Barriss reflects on fighting alongside Anakin. Since I officially suck at keeping up with Saga, please add me to your PM list. I am loving this story!! -----signature----- “Umo ji muna, Cade mojo. ” ~ Jan Duursema Light, dark - They are just directions. Do not be fooled that you stand on anything other than your own two feet. ~ Shaak Ti, TFU
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