Long way from home (OC x Ahsoka Tano)

Chapter 26: The Academy

So, Sorry about not posting for over a week, i've just been busy playing Jedi Survivor and it is SO DAMN FUN. Haven't finished it yet though. I also celebrated my 18th b-day with the boys, watching the Mario Movie, which was really good ngl. Anyway, I'll shut up and let y'all enjoy another chapter.

April 23rd, 2023. 21BBY

Jedi Shuttle, En Route to Mandalore

Normal POV

An Eta-Class shuttle en route to Mandalore is carrying 4 occupants that are to assist the crisis plaguing the planet. Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker, his Padawan, Ahsoka Tano, Clone Captain Rex, and Non-clone Sergeant Thomas Sullivan of the 501st. Duchess Satine had specifically requested Thomas along with Anakin and Ahsoka to help with the situation involving her struggling planet.

"The Jedi Council has given you a mission, Ahsoka," Anakin said, "It's your duty to see it through."

"Don't you think I'm just a little overqualified for this?" Ahsoka said dryly.

"According to Senator Amidala, Mandalore is a deeply corrupt world," Anakin explained, "If the cycle is to be broken, the future leaders at the Royal Academy of Government must learn the evils of corruption. Yoda feels that only a young padawan, or Sergeant," gesturing to Thomas, "like you two can get through to them."

"He's right," Thomas said, "it doesn't matter where I go, if there's politicians, there's bound to be corruption. Seen it too many times on earth with multiple governments. That's how many wars start."

Everyone in the shuttle knew Thomas was no stranger to corrupt governments, and his deep dislike for them as well. There were few politicians Thomas had met that he genuinely liked, those including Satine, Padme, and Senator Riyo Chuchi. He found out that they were actually genuine with their words and promises.

The shuttle made its way to Sundari, the Capital of Mandalore where the Duchess and Prime Minister Almec were waiting for them.

"My lady, if I may, what do the Jedi know of our ways?" Almec asked, "Do we really want them meddling with our children's education?"

"Surely there is nothing to fear from exposing them to new ideas, Prime minister," Satine answered.

Then the shuttle had landed, with Anakin, Ahsoka, and Thomas walking out. Thomas had a smile on his face as Satine moved forward to embrace him.

"Oh Thomas," Satine said happily, "I'm so glad you're here."

"As am I Satine," Thomas said, "I couldn't refuse when you had asked for help, since you had done so much for me."

Then they heard a throat clearing from Anakin, which made the two break apart from their embrace.

"Duchess Satine," Anakin greeted, kissing her hand, "Prime Minister Almec."

"Master Skywalker, so good to see you again," Satine said, "And you as well Ahsoka."

"Oh so you already met?" Anakin asked with the two nodding.

"Yes, we met when I was looking for Thomas to escort me back home," Satine explained, "They were both dueling with lightsabers when I walked in on them."

Anakin nodded, understanding. Satine then continued,

"I'm grateful that the Jedi Council could spare the two of you to help instruct our leaders and peacekeepers of tomorrow," Satine expressed gratefully, "Please thank Master Yoda for me."

Anakin then had a sense of nervousness as he looked between Ahsoka and the Duchess.

"Uhh," he started, "I'm afraid that due to our limited resources, I must return to battle immediately."