Ascendant Dust (ARCHIVED & BAD)

Chapter Two: The Trap that was accurately predicted by sf7432

As we land the Windfall in one of the many hangars, Dominique whispers "So, we're definitely gonna have'ta fight some troopers to get out of here, yeah?" "Yeah." We all respond. This isn't our first rodeo.

A long line of bucketheads are waiting for us, along with General Hux. "Ah, good. Now, be careful." He leans in so no one else can hear us. "Make sure no one knows it's a fake." Our eyes widen in surprise as he steps back and leads us through the winding hallways.

''What's the plan Captain? We knew we couldn't just walk out of here, but this is worse than expected!" Zoe frantically whispers. I see the fear in everyone's eyes, so I make my decision before it's too late. "General, I wish for my crew to remain at the ship." He turns around, narrows his eyes, and nods at a trooper.

"Take them back. Make sure they don't leave." Trayden looks in my direction, and even through his mask, I can tell what he's thinking. I nod at them, and they allow the stormtrooper to lead them away.

As we continue through the halls, I feel certain darkness in the air. A Sith is near. No. Two Siths. I feel an unease settle over me, and my knees start to feel weak. I sneak a look at the trooper next to me. Their number is quite obvious to my eye, so I read it.

FN-2187.

I can feel his eyes on me, and he is just as nervous as I am. It's common knowledge that I was trained by Darth Vader and defeated him when I was just an apprentice. However, against two Sith? I may have a challenge ahead. Suddenly, Hux stops in front of an elevator. He motions for me to enter, so I do, my hand sliding towards my saber.

The General enters after me, and the doors slide neatly shut. The awkward silence that ensues is driving me insane. Why didn't I let Domi come? She's a capable Jedi, and I'd have someone to talk to other than Gingerbread over there.

The doors open once again, and I find myself in a large, circular room with a throne straight across from me. On it sits a scarred, deformed creature, with shinning, evil eyes and a golden robe. Guards in red shell-like armour are scattered around the room. 

Next to the throne stands a familiar dark-cloaked figure. I feel a stab of dread as I see them. Supreme Leader Snoke and Kylo Ren, the most powerful force-users in the galaxy. I pray that my friends will find a way to escape in time. 

"They cannot escape." Snoke calls. I look at him in disbelief. I was shielding my mind! "You don't think that would work here, did you? In my own ship?" I shrug ''I mean, there was a chance." Hux pushes me forward and bows to Snoke before leaving.

In the corner of my eye, I see a small figure hiding behind Ren as if scared. I look around, sizing up the guards. As if I needed confirmation that I couldn't leave, The Knights Of Ren enter through the elevator.

There are over twenty dangerous enemies in this room. And I'd have to make sure no one died. Damage like that can scar a child for life. "Put the saber down." I hadn't realized that I had grabbed my lightsaber.

I cautiously put it back on my belt. "Come, child," Snoke says, and I reluctantly walk towards him.