𝐰𝐞 𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐦𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞. | a. skywalker

𝐬𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐧

Word spread quickly that a rebellious group had infiltrated the city, and they wasted no time in sparring small attacks to inspire the civilians that were forced under the false king's reign. I admired their courage, although at times, they seemed a little headstrong.

Lux especially.

Right now, he was hiding in a merchant's booth as I stayed cloaked around a corner. While I wanted to do more to help, I had to be the reminder that I was merely an ally, not a part of the rebel force.

I watched him intently, knowing that he would strike soon, and I wanted to be able to protect him if necessary.

He threw a small grenade into a group of battle droids gathered in an opening in the city, and ducked back behind swiftly. The droids had no time to react before it detonated, sending sparks of blue electricity all around them and rendering them inactive.

City goers stood around with a look of awe on their face, and I felt hopeful that more people were getting inspired to join their cause.

Earlier in the day, Saw had shot down two droids that were attempting to take a man into custody for not having proper identification. While he may have scared the onlookers, we agreed that it was a necessary tactic for them to be seen as a sense of salvation.

Other attacks had been made today, five in total, some of them led by Steela, Anakin, and Flash. Masters Kenobi and Secura stayed as observers, though their presence seemed to soothe the worries of some of the rebels.

When the coast was clear, I signaled for Lux to join me in the alleyway, and he strode over with haste.

"Nice one," I complimented.

"Thanks," he grinned. "I think we're really starting to show them what Onderon is made of."

"I hope so. Now, let's get back to base. We do not want to risk being seen already."

Our base was a small apartment, tucked away in the back streets of the inner city. Saw had done an excellent job finding allies within the city's population, and a few of them had offered up their homes for the cause.

When we reached the door, we gave an upwards nod to the two men standing guard at the door, signaling that we were able to enter. This level of security was necessary for our concealment.

Inside, it was dark, with only a few rays of light coming in through the top. The walls were a dim gray, and two circular couches provided as our makeshift meeting area. Everyone else had already made their way inside, seemingly waiting for us to get back.

"It's about time you two came back," Steela uttered, annoyance lacing her tone.

"Hey, they completed their objective, and that's all that matters," Saw reminded her, and I was glad that at least he was pleasant towards me.

I sat down next to Anakin on the far right couch, with Lux on the other side of me. It was only then that I lifted my hood off of my head.

"Your success will not go unnoticed," Master Secura affirmed, and shouts of joy came in response.

"I agree, but we need to be mindful of public perception," Master Kenobi added, turning to Anakin and I. "What were your observations, Padawans?"

Anakin looked down a little. "The people were fearful, Master."

"Indeed," he agreed.

"But some of them seemed to have hope," I chimed in. "I don't think it's all negative."

"Maybe, but judging from the reactions that I saw today, I'm afraid that they will mistake your intentions," Master Secura noted.

I sighed under my breath. I wish everyone else had seen what I saw. I didn't want to discourage the rebels, either.