Chapter 22: Return Home

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"So, you're meeting the Queen in that?" Anakin asked.

"Yes I am. What's wrong with it?" she asked, looking judgmentally at Anakin.

"Nothing I just...are you sure you want to wear that in front of Lux? You know how he can be."

"I don't care. He can try all he wants. Caleb's the only one I'll ever love," Ahsoka said.

"You're a loyal girl, Soka. I do have to compliment that," he said, nuzzling her.

"Thanks. Do we have everyone ready?"

"We're all here, Soka," Padme said, hugging her. "Just missing Caleb."

"He's coming. I feel him running," Ahsoka said.

"Well, hello beautiful," Lux's voice said from behind her. She felt the anger and disgust boil under her skin. She bore a sarcastic look and turned around.

"Lux Bonterri," she snarled. "How nice of you. Unfortunately, you're here strictly on business for the Republic under my protection."

"Understood, my lady," he bowed.

"There you are, Caleb. Ready?" she asked, wrapping her arms around his neck.

"Yes, princess," he joked.

"Good morning, princess," Aziel bowed. "My lady Queen is waiting for your arrival." Lana blushed, feeling her lekku twist as she hid slightly behind Ahsoka.

"Thank you, Aziel. You know that you are free, right?"

"Yes. But, my entire life, I have served the Queen. I don't mind it, as long as she is not harsh to the other servants."

"Would you want to come with us? The Skywalkers are amazing," Lana said. Padme and Anakin were blushing, wrapping around their daughters and son-in-law. Obi-Wan, Rex, and Hunter tilted their heads, leaning into the family. Sage and Silas hugged Ahsoka's legs. Lana waited for Aziel's response, blushing heavily.

"I will. Thank you, Lana," he said, bowing. Lana felt her lekku twist tightly.

"I think we will get along well," she said, forcing a calm tone.

"So, what is this official business, my lady?" Lux asked, ruining the happy moment.

"We are meeting with my Queen, who will act as a witness between the Separatists," she gestured to Lux, "and the Republic," she gestured to Padme. "The Jedi will mediate the peace treaties, so we can bring the Galaxy back together."

"A noble cause. How do you know that the Separatist leaders will comply?"

"Everybody wants peace. Besides, we have some legal enforcement," Ahsoka said, watching Bo-Katan land behind the Senator. Ahsoka bowed to the new Duchess.

"Lux Bonterri? You really do deal with the lowest scum," Bo-Katan said, scaring Lux.

"Congratulations on your new position."

"Congratulations on your wedding, Grand Master Tano."

"I'm not sure what my last name is anymore," Ahsoka chuckled.

"Aren't we supposed to be meeting with the Queen now?" Anakin asked.

"Dank Ferriak! Thank you, Anakin! Everybody follow me," Ahsoka announced, leading the way. Along the road, multiple guards bowed and saluted as Ahsoka passed.

"Feeling alright?" Hunter asked, walking beside her.

"Yes, vod'ika. If I wasn't, Lux wouldn't be here and Anakin would be snatching my lightsabers from me."

"Your humor remains. Someone told me to ready my smoke bombs?"

"Yes. When I signal you, you know the drill."

"Someone's happy," Hunter said, looking to see Lana walking with Aziel.

"Yes she is."

"It would be a pity if a clone came up behind them and wrecked the moment."

"Hunter, don't," Ahsoka warned.

"Not me, Crosshair," he said. Ahsoka reached her hand out, dragging him toward him.

"G-General," he said, smiling guiltily.

"Nothing is stopping me from sending you flying. Guard, give me your helmet." A guard bowed, giving her the helmet. With no effort, Ahsoka Forced it down the road. She held her hand out again, retrieving it and handing it back to the guard, unscathed.

"You've gained control," Anakin said.

"It's exhausting, really. But, don't think I won't do it to anyone who wants to interrupt a happy couple." She glared at Crosshair, dropping him. Ahsoka continued the group along.

"You have grown violent since we last met in person," Lux said, walking up to her. She felt Hunter tense.

"He's fine. I'd be worried about you," she said, walking further up the road. They entered the Palace.

"Ahsoka, dearie! You came back!" The Queen exclaimed, hugging her.

"Yes, Grandmother. We have a few things to take care of. But, I would like to personally invite you as an honored guest to my and Caleb's wedding," Ahsoka dragged Caleb into a bow.

"Of course, sweetie," the Queen curtsied.

"Thank you, Grandmother. Now, onto business." 

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