*You Get Me*-- new post 4/15

Title:YOU GET ME
NJO--Post Traitor

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Chapter 1?

Jacen was back from the dead it seemed. Tahiri had felt his death on board the stolen Yuuzhan Vong ship all those months ago just like all of the other Jedi had including Jacen?s own twin sister. But now, he had returned and the whole station was buzzing with excitement.

Tahiri fought back the flash of anger she felt as the thought entered her mind for the millionth time since Myrkr. Why did Anakin have to die? And now knowing Jacen was still alive the wound was ripped back open. Why couldn?t it have been him instead of Anakin?

She clenched her fists and blinked back the angry tears. This train of thinking would take her to places she shouldn?t go. Her feelings would be easily sensed by the family full of Jedi she was to dine with in only ten minutes. Master Skywalker would most likely be the first to pick up on any anger, but then there was Leia, Jaina, Mara, not to mention Jacen himself. Would he know how much she despised him?

Trying to clear her mind, she quickly combed out her blond hair and splashed a bit of cold water on her face.

?Time to face the music,? she muttered to her reflection in the mirror.

As she made her way to the Solo family?s private quarters she felt a twinge of guilt. Tahiri knew it was of the Dark side to have such ambivalence toward Jacen. He was not the one to kill Anakin. That had been the Yuuzhan Vong, and she had more experience than she wanted with them. And as she pondered that thought, she realized that Jacen was now the only other person beside herself with such close contact with the Vong who had lived to tell about it.

All too soon, she was standing at the Solo?s door. It had become a second home to her? a second family. After Anakin?s death, they had welcomed her into their fold with open arms and warm hearts. Never had she felt more a part of something than now. She pushed the buzzer and in a brief moment, it was opened, and she was enveloped in a huge wookie-style hug by Han Solo.

?Tahiri!? he exclaimed as he squeezed her so tightly that her bare feet left the floor. She?d never seen Han Solo so happy. ?We?ve been waiting on you, kid.? He let her go and the air rushed back into her lungs. She forced a smile and looked up into his rugged face shining with joy. ?Isn?t it great? Jacen?s back!?

She nodded silently and peeked around to say hello to Leia and the Skywalkers who were already seated at the dining table. Luke was holding Ben on his lap trying desperately to get the boy to eat something green and leafy.

?Hi, Tahiri,? the Jedi master offered casually. It still surprised her how the legendary man managed to remain so unassuming. He never held his status over anyone?s head, even a lowly orphan from Tatooine like her.

?Having trouble, Master Skywalker?? she asked with a chuckle. She slid into a chair across from him and grabbed Ben?s chubby little hand. ?Hi, handsome boy,? she said and the baby grinned widely revealing his few tiny teeth. Luke seized the opportunity and shoved the food into his son?s mouth. The Jedi allowed himself a moment of triumph, which instantly disappeared once Ben got a taste of the stuff and spat it out right onto his father?s shirt.

?Sorry!? Tahiri offered while she wrinkled up her nose. ?You could always use the Force,? she suggested teasingly.

?Don?t think I?m not tempted,? Luke answered as he wiped off the mess.

Tahiri surveyed the room and noticed that Jaina and Jacen were missing. As if reading her thoughts, Leia announced, ?The twins will be here in just a moment. Jaina went to get Jacen.? Tahiri couldn?t ignore the looks of utter relief and delight that were present on everyone?s faces. It was a palpable presence in the room, and she hoped she?d be able to convince everyone she felt the same.

Just then, the doors swished open, and Tahiri froze in her chair. She couldn?t seem to turn around to see who had entered, and she didn?t need t

 

Sweet, another Jacen fic! Looking good so far, just one query: Where's Vergere?

 

Interesting. . .definitely looking forward to more on this! I wonder what will come of their discussions.

Jae Angel

 

I was told I had to check out the writings of one Val Solo. I am very happy i did. I look forward to more.

OWLC

 

Oh I love! Please post more soon!

 

Thanks everyone!

ROP: Patience, my dear! This is, after all, only the first chapter.

NJ: As always, I'm glad to have your comments and spirit on any of my threads.

OWLC: First of all, I love your name! LOL! Thanks for stopping in, and thanks, also to whomever suggested you check out my writing. (I'm blushing!)

SKYFANG: I'm working on it!!

 

It was this NJ chick who seems to be quite the fan of yours. I was threatened with violence if i did not read it.

As for the name there are actually two reasons I came up with it and only one was the humorous part. My fan fic is the beginnings of where the other one will be coming in. But thanks for the compliment just the same.

OWLC

 

Whatever! I did NOT threaten with violence! Don't make me come over there, because if I have to. . .



Jae Angel

 

This is too good to be true. You come back and you're writing a Jacen/Tahiri fic! Yay! My new favorite couple (well, not really new anymore), and there are so few "shippers" for the two of them!

Wonderful beginning! I'm tickled to death!

Is it too soon to ask for more?

 

Uh huh you and what army. You come over here and stand eye to navel with me and say that lady.

OWLC

 

Val, it so good to see that you?ve posted new stories.







~Lelila~

 

Oh sweet, another Jacen/Tahiri fanfic. It makes me soo happy

~aeryn

 

I'm betting on NJ. And OWLC, are you really that short????? LOL!

 

Right now, Mended is right on top of this fanfic Just thought I'd say that. It's not often you see two Jacen/Tahiri fanfics on board at the same time.

~aeryn

 

I think he means me as the short one, although I can see how it could be twisted around. . .

So, how was your move, Val? I think I remember reading something about you moving. . .

Jae Angel

 

The move was fine, NJ. Now I don't know that I'll ever get completely unpacked, but I'm not worrying too much about it. Life's too short to waste it on silly stresses.

Anyway, here's another part. Enjoy!

You Get Me-- Chapter 2
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The piercing scream jolted her from her sleep, if one could even call it sleep. It took her a moment to realize the voice had been her own and she had been dreaming once again? of him. The images were still fresh in her mind of the last time she?d seen him alive fighting valiantly against the Vong in order to save the lives of others-- including herself. Every night she was forced to relive the horror of seeing her love simply cease to be, leaving only an empty, lifeless shell behind.
So many people had told her that time would ease the pain, but with each passing day the pain seemed to be getting worse.

Since Jacen had returned several weeks before, the hole in her heart felt like it was expanding, leaving her more alone than ever. So many things about him reminded her of Anakin? the way he walked, the way he laughed, even the way he smelled only served to taunt and tease her. Fate, it appeared, was a wicked thing, which delighted in the misery of others? or more pointedly, Tahiri?s misery.

Everyone else was deliriously happy that Jacen had come back and that the war seemed to be taking a turn for the better. They were full of hope for the future. But not her. What did she have to look forward to even if they did defeat the Vong? Her one true love was gone. She had no remaining family despite the Solo?s insistence that she was part of theirs. There was no place for her in the universe? no purpose. What was the point of it all?

At that instant, the door buzzer sounded causing her to jump and her heart to lurch. Taking a deep breath, she headed for the door wondering who would be stopping by in the middle of the night. It couldn?t be good news. Nothing good ever came from the night.

Opening the door she was startled to see Jacen standing there. His hair was mussed, and he looked as if he?d just awakened.

?Jacen??

?Hi,? he replied. ?Can I come in??

Tahiri glanced down at her baggy sleep pants and ran a hand through her tangled hair. ?I ? I guess so,? she conceded and then moved aside for him to enter. He walked hesitantly inside as if he was unsure about whether he should be there or not, and Tahiri watched him intently. The door swished shut and she flipped on a light.

?Is something wrong?? she asked waiting for the bad news.

Jacen looked at her in bewilderment. ?Um, why don?t you tell me,? he stated.

Tahiri stared back. ?I don?t know what you?re talking about.?

?Well,? Jacen began, ?I came because I felt you call out to me through the Force. You woke me out of a sound sleep, and I got here as fast as I could.?

She studied him for a few moments trying to decide if this was a joke or if he was for real. ?Jacen, I didn?t call out to you,? she finally declared as she turned and plopped on the edge of her bed.

?Hmm?,? he pondered. ?That?s strange. I was for certain that you had. It felt urgent? like you were in danger or something.?

Tahiri?s gaze shot up, but then she instantly looked away. Surely he hadn?t sensed her thoughts, the debate she?d been having about whether it was worth it to even be alive. She immediately put up a block on her emotions, despite the risk that Jacen would easily figure out what she?d done, and tried to sound nonchalant.

?Well, I didn?t call you and, as you can see, I?m perfectly all right.?

Jacen chuckled. ?All right, huh?? Tahiri felt her temper flare, but she kept it in check, watching him as he casually sat down in the chair by her small desk. ?Well, that?s good to know. I was a little worried about you even though Mom and Dad seem to think you?re doing okay. Maybe that?s because I know better than them what you?ve been through.?

The serious tone in his voice took Tahiri by surprise, and her def

 

Awwww, poor Tahiri! I definitely hope she's on the road to healing. Jacen seems like a noble enough guy, but I hope it doesn't shock him too much when he realizes where his help is probably going to lead (you know, this being a Jacen/Tahiri fic and all ) Very nice as always, Val!

And I know about the moving thing. We still have boxes in our basement some two years later. My mom keeps them packed because she wants to either dump them on me in half a year or bring them with her when she moves to Florida. Yep, she's going to officially be old enough to be considered "senior" this year. Man, time flies. Enjoy every minute of it, that's what I say.

Jae Angel

 

that was so beautiful

~aeryn

 

Alas no i am not that short Val. I am a tad bit on the tall side at 6'4" and I look forward to more story.

OWLC

 

AWWW!! This is such a cute story! Oh Jacen and Tahiri would bee so sweet together ^_^ More soon?

EJ

 

Val, great post.
I always felt that Tahiri?s emotional well being has been so neglected in the NJO.

~Lelila~

 

I love this! I'm so glad I found it. Knowing you Val, I'm sure this story will be excellent. Please post more soon, hopefully today, right?

Hoya

 

Oh poor Tahiri. She should talk But I think she will when she's ready. Nice post! I like it, so I hope you'll be able to post more soon

 

Yes, definitely want more soon!

Jae Angel

 

This story is really good, Val. Keep up the great work. And don't give it up. . .