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I'm exhausted from travelling at the moment, so I don't know if there will be a post tonight. I'll try, though.

 

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Chapter 11
D'gret sat by the boys bed, staring down at his face. He had been unconscious for almost three weeks now. He had gotten beaten worse than planned. Thank the Force the boy would live or his Master would kill him.

Suddenly, a soft groan escaped the boys lips. D'gret forced a look of worry onto his face just as the boys eyes fluttered open.

"Thank the Force." D'gret breathed, getting the boys attention. He frowned, studying him.

"Who...are you?" The boy asked hoarsely.

D'gret made himself look shocked, then sad. "You don't remember me?"

The boy shook his head. "No." Suddenly, a look of confusion replaced the frown. He looked up at D'gret in panic. "I-I can't..remember..anything."

D'gret held the boy down as he tried to sit up. "No, you must rest."

"Where am I? Who are you?" The boy paused. "Who am I?"

"You are in the med center in the city of D'Ywer on the planet of D'Antex. I am D'gret, your parents appointed me your guardian when you were born. You are D'Neb."

D'Neb sat there, trying to absorb this new information. He could not recall anything before waking up. It felt like there was a thick fog inside of his head, hiding away everything he had remembered. Suddenly, he realised something was missing.

"Where are..my parents?" He asked slowly.

D'gret looked away, pain on his face. "I'm sorry D'Neb. They were killed, as you would have been if your Father hadn't pushed you away. I tried to save them, but it was too late."

D'Neb looked at his guardian in shock at the news. His parents....dead? His heart did not mourn, though, and that confused him. Surely, even though he couldn't remember, he would still feel sadness from losing his family. Didn't the ties that bonded a family run deeper than memories? Suddenly, a sob escaped from his lips. He truly had lost everything. D'Gret pulled him into a hug, rubbng his back.

"H-h-how..did it happen?" He whispered.

D'Gret said nothing for a moment. "The Jedi. They came here to help with negotiations between our people and a neighboring planet. We thought they had come to help us, but all they did was feed us lies. In the end, we were forced to sign a treaty. Your father stood up against them along with several others when they were ready to leave. The Jedi got angry and bombed our small town as punishment for their defiance. Your parents died with honor."

D'Neb pushed away, a hatred beginning to grow in his heart. "What happened to the Jedi?"

"The Senate would not listen. They said it couldn't be blamed on the Jedi. They turned a blind eye on our proof."

D'Neb's eyes flashed angrily. The Jedi had stolen his memories from him, killing his family in more ways than one.

D'Gret smiled slightly. His master would be pleased.

 

Oooh, this story has some suspence. Up! Post more soon!

 

Here's tonights post.

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Chapter 12

~Three months later~

Qui-Gon didn't even bother to look up as Kadi quietly entered their quarters, trying to sneak into her room.

"What is it this time?" He asked, putting the datapad down on the table. Kadi looked at the ground guiltily as she walked over to him, pulling out the tiny creature from under her robe.

"Kadi, how many hawkbats do you have at the moment?" He asked calmly, looking over the small baby, which had pulled back against her, eyeing him suspiciously.

"Um...5." She said. "But I found her on the street abandonned and I couldn't just leave her there."

Qui-Gon sighed. "What were you doing outside the Temple? You know you're supposed to tell me when you go out."

"I know. It was a..last minute decision. I wasn't out for too long." She explained.

"Fine. But this time you set her free when she's ready."

"Yes master." She began to walk backwards towards her door.

"And set the others free too. I know they are no longer sick."

"Yes master." Kadi called, disappearing into her room. Qui-Gon shook his head. Now he knew how Obi-Wan had felt about him always bringing home what he had liked to call 'Pathetic Lifeforms'. It amazed him how intune to the Living Force she was, especially when it came to injured animals. Her room looked like a zoo. He was sure Obi-Wan was laughing at his predicament.

Suddenly, the com-link began to beep. He unhooked it from his belt.

"Jinn here."

"Master Jinn, the Council has requested your prescence immediately."

"Tell them we're on our way." He said, breaking the connection. He reached across the newly formed Master/Padawan bond. It had taken alot longer to form than it had with Obi-Wan, but was slowly becoming as strong as it had been. /Kadi./

/Coming!/ She called, appearing out of her room a moment later. She grinned as they exited out of their quarters. "Are we finally being given a mission?"

The Council had taken them off field duty for the past few months, allowing them time to get used to one another. They had both been getting restless lately, though. A mission would be like a breath of fresh air.

"A Jedi does not crave adventure." He said sternly, glancing down at her.

"Yes master." She replied, but he could still see the corners of her mouth upturned.

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"You are being sent to the planet of D'Antex." Master Windu said, once Qui-Gon and Kadi had entered.

Qui-Gon stared at Mace, not able to contain his shock. "D'Antax? I'm sorry Masters, but I'm afraid I must refuse."

"Know this is hard, we do. Matter of life and death this is though." Yoda spoke up, before anyone could get a word in.

"Life and death?" Kadi asked.

"Disappeared, Knight Winoa has." Qui-Gon's breath caught in his throat. Kadi frowned, looking up at her master in confusion. Who was Knight Winoa? And why did her disappearance affect her Master so?

"Knight Winoa was sent to help investigate the bombings on D'Antax. She was supposed to contact us several days ago, but we never recieved the call. You know the planet best out of all the order."

Qui-Gon nodded. "We'll leave within the hour."

"May the Force be with you." Yoda murmured as he turned and rushed out of the chamber, Kadi running after him.

 

Ooooh a mission. This will be interesting. Up!

 

Chapter 13

I looked up from my sketch pad over at my Master, who was meditating on the floor. He had hardly said anything since we had left Coruscant. A million questions ran through my mind, but I didn't know if I should bother him. Suddenly, he opened up his eyes.

"What is it Kadi?" He asked gently.

"Um....are you ok?" I asked nervously.

Qui-Gon didn't say anything as he stood up and stretched, then turned to look at me. "Yes, I'm fine." Studying my face, he frowned. "Padawan, you can ask me anything. I won't get angry."

I bit my lip. "Is...why is the mission affecting you so much? Do you know Knight Winoa?"

He sighed, sitting down next to me. "D'Antax is where my...last mission was." I gasped, my eyes widening as I realised what he meant. He had told me what had happened, but....I had never thought to ask where. "I apologize for not telling you sooner."

"No." I shook my head. "I didn't ask."

He rubbed my back soothingly. "As for Knight Winoa, I know her very well, although it's been awhile since I saw her. You see...she was my first Padawan." He stopped, looking away. He didn't have to continue. To lose two Padawans so close together on the same planet...not to mention Xanatos.

I felt I had to say something. "We'll find her Master."

He smiled at me, giving my hand a small squeeze. "I hope you're right."

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"More Jedi are coming here?!" D'Neb asked angrily, turning towards his guardian as he threw the holo he held in his hand.

"Yes, the Jedi responsible for the bombing." D'Gret answered.

The younger man grinned evily. "At last, I'll avenge my parents!"

D'Gret lay a restraining hand on his shoulder. "Patience, my apprentice. You'll get your revenge soon enough. We cannot reveal ourselves just yet."

D'Neb's blue-green eyes flashed in anger. Turning away, he called the holo back to his hand with the Force. Looking down at it, he felt the hatred in his heart grow even stronger. One of his master's spies had taken it of the two Jedi coming.

He stared down at the holo, his gaze focusing on the girl's blue-green eyes and smile.

He'd soon wipe that smile off her face. Slowly, a grin spread across his face.

Oh yes, very soon.

 

uh-oh, that doesn't sound good for Kadi and Qui-Gon.

Great posts, Kadi!

 

Poor Qui and Kadi they have to go to where Obi died. Can't wait to see what happen.

 

The evil people are bad. I hope they find Knight Winoa. And great post. Up!

 

He is Obi, isn't he? Since you mentioned blue-green eyes, and that he didn't feel anything about his parent's deaths, I figured it was him. I hope so, but then what happens to Kadi? Masters can't have two padawans, can they?

I was babbling again. Sorry

 

Hhhmmmm, you may be onto something Senni.

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Chapter 14

I shifted from one foot to the other as I stood behind my master, waiting for the ramp to lower. I had no idea if I wanted to see where Obi-Wan had been killed or not. What if I could feel his death here? What if the emotions overwhelmed me and I couldn't protect my master if need be?

Slowly, we left the ship, walking out into the light. I looked around, almost surprised. D'Antax was beautiful. Somehow, I had always pictured it as a dark, cold, drab planet, like Hoth. Part of me couldn't accept that such a beautiful place could take Obi-Wan, my brother, away from me.

"And this is my Padawan, Kadi-Wan Kenobi." I heard my Master say. I instantly snapped out of my thoughts, realising we were standing in front of the king and his escorts.

"Master Jinn, Padawan Kenobi, welcome to D'Antax." The tall, white haired man said with a grin, his purple eyes twinkling happily. I instantly liked him. He reminded me of my grandfather. Slowly, he introduced the others with him.

I listened with one ear, storing away the information while I studied the king. If I had just glanced at him, I would have thought he was human. Unlike humans, though, all D'Ans have bright purple eyes, and they were taller than a normal human. Qui-Gon actually looked short compared to them. Looking up at them, I felt like a midget.

As we began to walk away from the landing pad, I lagged behind, looking around the town as my master asked the king about Knight Winoa.

"What do you think about D'Antax?" A quiet voice asked suddenly. I looked over to see one of the king's escorts walking beside me. I recognized him as D'Gret, or something like that, one of the king's advisor.

"It's beautiful." I answered truthfully, looking at him out of the corner of my eye. What did he want with me? I was only a Padawan.

"Yes. The whole community has really repaired this place after the bombing." I bit my lip, looking away.

He lay a hand on my shoulder. "You knew the Jedi who was killed?"

I nodded. "Yes. I did. He was my brother." I felt my eyes starting to water, but fought to keep my emotions at bay.

"I feel your pain." He said sympathetically. I nodded and quickened my step, trying to catch up with my master.

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D'Gret watched as the girl hurried back to her Master, before slipping into a nearby hallway. Lifting up the hood of his black cloak and quickly walked to his home. Not bothering to rid himself of the cloak, he headed for the com-unit.

Instantly, a dark figure appeared. D'Gret grinned. "Master, the plan was a success."

"And the Jedi?"

"Don't expect a thing. They're walking right into our hands."

"Good. Very good."

 

So he's Obi, and Kadi and Qui are where Obi's at, but they don't know he's Obi cause he's got the black cloak or whatever? Very interesting.

Looking up at them, I felt like a midget---- lol!

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Chapter 15
Qui-Gon sighed, setting the datapad down on the table in front of him, rubbing his temples. Glancing up, he noticed Kadi leaning against the window frame as she stared outside into the night. She had been unusually quiet since landing.

"Kadi?" He said, getting no response. "Kadi-Wan.....Padawan!"

Kadi jumped, turning to look at him. "Oh...yes master?"

"Are you alright?" He asked, motioning for her to join him at the table. She slowly walked over, sitting down across from him.

"Yes...I guess....kind of....not really...no...." She drifted off, biting her lip. He was beginning to recognize it as a sign that she was upset or nervous about something.

"What is wrong?" Qui-Gon asked gently, covering her hand with his.

"I don't know. Being where...it happened. I guess. Or maybe because I'm the size of a 7 year old." She let out a small, strangled laugh as she tried to joke. "Or maybe the people.... Oh I don't know! I just feel....weird."

Qui-Gon smiled slightly at the word. After being at the Temple for 3 years, she still used words from her home planet. He guessed no amount of time away from home would ever change where and how she had grown up. These past few months he'd noticed the subtle differences between her and other Padawans her age.

She sighed as she continued. "I can't focus on anything very well. I'm afraid I'll just be hindrance to you during this mission."

"Padawan, you've been anything but a hindrance to me." He squeezed her hand. "Just being here has helped me more than you can know."

Kadi smiled, embarressed. She looked down at the table, spotting the datapad he had been studying. "Find anything yet?" She asked, quickly changing the subject.

"No. Everyone who was present during the banquet has an alibi for that evening and the next day." Qui-Gon explained as Kadi began to read the data.

"But you think one of them had something to do with Knight Winoa's disappearance?" She asked, glancing up from the datapad.

He nodded. "Yes. King D'Edda suspects that a group of Jedi haters is responsible. I have to agree."

"Jedi haters? Why would people hate us when we're trying to help?"

"There are some who were not happy with how the negotiations turned out. They believe we had sided with the people of the neighboring planet. The king has told me they blame us for the bombing."

Kadi looked at him in disbelief. "They're crazy!"

Qui-Gon laughed slightly. "More like misinformed or misled." His Padawan didn't look convinced. "I believe one of the people at the banquet is part of this group, maybe even the leader."

"Then he or she would be able to attend the banquet and be seen the next day while their...followers..got Knight Winoa."

"Yes."

Kadi frowned. "There is one thing I don't understand. How would they be able to kidnap Knight Winoa? I mean, she's a Jedi. Shouldn't she have been able to alert someone to the attack? I don't think even the D'Ans could kidnap a Jedi without being heard."

Qui-Gon sighed. "Jedi aren't invincible Kadi. There are ways to kidnap a Jedi without being heard." He looked out the window. "We'll have to be careful."

 

Hmmmmmmm, this is getting interesting. I think that someone on D'Ans has Obi Wan along with Winoa! Up!

 

Wow, keeps getting better, how did I miss so much? keep it up. Can't wait for the next post.

 

Chapter 16
I looked up as the door opened, trying not to groan. Qui-Gon had left me in charge of interviewing the last of the aristocrats and anyone else who had been at the banquet. Noone wanted to cooperate! Some were afraid to even look at a Jedi, others wanted to know why they had to answer this or why I asked that and completely suspicious of everything, and then there were the ones who looked down at me over their nose and acted like I was some short annoying bug that wasn't to be bothered with.

"How is it coming, young Kenobi?" King D'Edda asked kindly, motioning for me to stay seated as he sat down.

"Fine, your majesty." I answered. "I've almost finished."

"Ahh, good good. Very good." He said cheerfully as he stood back up. "Well, I'll let you finish then."

The king puased for a moment. "You're sure you can continue? If you feel tired you you should take a break."

"I'm fine." I answered.

"Good good. Well, until later." He called, disappearing out the door.

I leaned against the desk, rubbing my temples.

'I'm fine. I'm good. I can get through this.' I thought. 'I. FEEL. FINE.'

Yeah right. I feel like banging my head against the nearest hard object.

Just then there was a knock on the door. "Come in."

A moment later, the door opened and D'Gret entered, taking the seat across from me.

"Hello Padawan Kenobi." He said, smiling.

I nodded. "I'm sorry for the trouble. It shouldn't take very long."

'Please don't let it take long. Pleasepleasepleasepleaseplease.'

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"Freedom." I breathed as I finally exited the room. D'Gret had been the most cooperative out of them all. It had only taken an hour, unlike the others. Now all I had to do was confirm everything everyone had told me.

Leaning against the door, I sighed in relief.

Suddenly, movement caught my eye. Looking down the hall, I saw D'Gret quietly walking away. I frowned. Where was he going? He said he had an important meeting to get to.

Pulling my hood up, I followed him, keeping to the shadows.

 

Is D'Gret gonna lead her to Obi Wan? I hope so. I miss him. Up! Post more soon!

 

Wow, how could I have missed this one?!? Anyway, could we have another post please?

 

Great post again. Will Kadi-Wan get through the mission ok?

 

Thanks guys!

There won't be another post for a couple days. I'll try to post tomorrow night, but there most likely won't be one until Sunday sometime.

Sorry.

 

Hmmm, Sunday is tomorrow!!!!

 

Sorry this is late. I wasn't feeling too good yesterday.

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Chapter 17

Qui-Gon entered the code into the keypad, then walked through the doors. He stopped in the middle of the room, looking around. He could sense the lingering Force signature of his former Padawan filling every nook and cranny. He closed his eyes, just letting himself feel it. It had been years since he had heard from her. So many memories came back as he stood there. He had been so nervous when he had first chosen an apprentice. So many doubts and worries had filled his mind those first few months. Would he be a good master? Was he ready to guide one of the precious young ones to knighthood? Winoa had dispelled his fears over the years they were together. When she had been knighted, he had been so proud, so confident in his ability. He had been so sure of himself, it wasn't long until he had chosen another apprentice. Xanatos. After his fall, all those fears had come back, full force. Years passed and he immersed himself in mission after mission, hardening his heart. He dreaded to think of what would have become of him if Obi-Wan had never come into his life. He had Master Yoda to thank for that. The boy had once again helped him see through his fears. His Padawan became a son to him, and losing him had been even worse than Xanatos. Even knowing Obi-Wan would want him to move on didn't keep him from once again begin to hide deep within himself. Thank the Force Yoda had stepped in again and forced Kadi onto him. The loss of Obi-Wan still haunted him, but he was beginning to love Kadi as a daughter. Together, they could get through this.

Qui-Gon suddenly realised he was still standing in the middle of the room. Glancing over at a chrono, he found 15 minutes had already passed. Shocked, and almost embarressed at his loss of control, he started to look around the room. The palace security had already gone through the place, looking for anything that would give them a clue to the knight's disappearance. D'Gret, one of the king's advisors, had been curious about why Qui-Gon thought he would find something when the security couldn't. It had almost been like he wanted to keep him from going in. Qui-Gon had had to put off the search until later when he could get the king's permission.

His eyes slowly scanned the room, taking in every detail. The bed wasn't made, which seemed to indicate that Knight Winoa had been kidnapped in the middle of the night. Qui-Gon knew, though, that Winoa had never been the neatest person. When she was a Padawan, he had constantly been after her to clean her room and make her bed. He doubted she had changed any. Still, Qui-Gon knew the kidnapping had taken place here. The security holocameras had shown that. Walking closer, he found her boots hidden underneath the blankets on the floor. The robes thrown over a chair confirmed that it had been at night. By the bed, a small nightstand had been knocked over, the lamp that had been on it broken on the ground. He bent down to set it upright, then stopped. Picking up the pieces of the lamp, he inspected them closer. The broken edges, which should have been jagged, were smooth, like it had been melted. He had seen this before. Obi-Wan had once been practicing a kata in their quarters that he had just learned and had impaled a lamp with his saber in the process. Along with the couch. The heat of the saber had melted the lamp where it had touched it. Only a lightsaber could do it.

Standing up, Qui-Gon looked around. A battle must have taken place here. He could think of any other reason for Winoa to ignite her saber at night. He walked aroung the quarters, looking for anymore marks from a lightsaber or blaster. Nothing.

A small breeze filled the room, getting Qui-Gon's attention. Of course! Hurrying over to the window, he looked out. One of the smaller buildings attached to the palace was right below. A D'An could jump down to the roof without a problem, as could a Jedi. Looking around at the edges of the window, he found a small, burnt slash.

Qui-Gon f

 

Oooooooo, are Kadi and Qui about to run into a certain someone????