Beyond - Legends [Disney Song Challenge] The Force of Love between Mara Jade and Luke Skywalker

This story is for the Disney Song Challenge here:
https://boards.theforce.net/threads...024-challenges.50053388/page-43#post-59063184 by Kit'


My prompt was as follows:

Write a Star Wars Theme story based on the following prompt: Continuing our love theme (because what else do you expect from Disney) we have I Won't Say I'm in Love from Hercules where Meg laments everything...including her terrible love life. So, let's take these songs and finally give them their place on the stage - as the show stoppers they are meant to be!

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Star Wars: The Force of Love

The Hidden Love

In a galaxy far, far away, on the desert planet of Tatooine, there was a beautiful, red headed woman named Mara Jade. She was strong, independent, and had sworn to protect the galaxy from the Rebel forces. However, deep down, Mara had a secret: she was in love with a charming Jedi Knight named Luke Skywalker, but she refused to admit it to herself.

Scene 1: The Cantina

Mara enters the bustling cantina, scanning the room for any signs of trouble. Luke is at the bar, chatting with his droid companion, C3-PO. He notices Mara and gives her a teasing smile.

Luke: "Hey Mara, fancy seeing you here. Looking for trouble, or just me?"

Mara: "I'm here on none-of-your business, Luke. Not everything revolves around you."

As she tries to ignore the flutter in her heart, the iconic tune of "I Won't Say I'm In Love" begins to play softly in the background.

Scene 2: The Revelation

Later that night, Mara finds herself alone under the twin suns of Tatooine, reflecting on her feelings. She begins to sing, her voice filled with a mix of longing and denial.

Mara: If there's a prize for rotten judgment, I guess I've already won that No Jedi's worth the aggravation, that's ancient history, been there, done that

The Force spirits of the past Jedi Masters appear around her, adding their voices in harmony, urging her to be honest with herself.

Spirits: Who'd ya think you're kidding? He's the Earth and heaven to you Try to keep it hidden, honey, we can see right through you Girl, ya can't conceal it, we know how you're feeling Who you're thinking of

Mara: No chance, no way, I won't say it, no, no (You swoon, you sigh, why deny it, uh-oh) It's too cliche, I won't say I'm in love

Scene 3: The Confession

As Mara battles her inner conflict, a sudden attack by the remnants of the Empire interrupts her thoughts. Luke comes to her rescue, fighting off stormtroopers with his lightsaber while she zaps them with her trusty blaster and sinister looks.

After the dust settles, they stand together, breathing heavily. Luke looks at her with concern.

Luke: "Mara, are you okay?"

Mara: "I'm fine, Luke. Thanks for the help."

As they share a moment, the Force spirits appear once more, their voices echoing in the wind.

Spirits: You're way off base, I won't say it, Get off my case, I won't say it Girl, don't be proud, it's okay, you're in love

Mara: (sighs) At least out loud, I won't say I'm in love

Scene 4: The Embrace

Realizing the truth in her heart, Mara finally admits her feelings. She turns to Luke, her eyes filled with determination.

Mara: "Luke, I...I care about you more than I want to admit."

Luke smiles and pulls her into an embrace.

Luke: "I've known all along, Mara. The Force works in mysterious ways."

As they stand together, the Force spirits disappear, leaving them with the realization that love is indeed a powerful force in the galaxy.

Screen fades to black with the iconic Star Wars theme music playing

And so, in the vastness of space, Mara Jade and Luke's love story begins, proving that even in a galaxy far, far away, love can conquer all.

 

A unique format and a lovely song. Luke and Mara are the perfect choice for the song lyrics.

 

Crazy fast turnaround but you created the perfect story for the prompt! Mara fits Meg's model to a T!

 

Super to see Mara admitting that she is in love with Luke and getting him. Love is indeed a powerful Force. Great use of the song.

 

Wow! That was such a creative use of the prompt and so well done too (and so fast!). Love the way you showed the relationship between Luke and Mara and that you even managed to get the muses in there too