Star Wars the Late Bloomers: Aayla Secura & Kit Fisto

Episode II: The Burning Spirit Pt2

"How does the area look C-799? Have they arrived?"

"Allow me to have a few more seconds. This dust is making it hard for me to see."

"If you're having trouble, I'm hoping the enemy is dealing with exact same issue."

"Alright I see them! Master Luanta's group is closing in on the target."

"I'm sure Master Fisto's group is close by too. Are you both ready?"

"Yes Malady!"

"Whenever you are Master!"

"Let's make our move then! We'll use this dust storm to our advantage!"

Leaving the safety of our ship, which was hidden by the hills, we made a run for it. We were able to camouflage ourselves by swirling the dust around our presence. Though we had some success, this was only the beginning. There was plenty that needed to be done.

***

[a few hours earlier]

"Do you think anyone's coming? We've been here a while now."

"Most of them are already here Marwhan."

"Huh?! Then why haven't they contacted us?"

"Probably to avoid an interference. We don't want the enemy picking up on our signal."

"That makes sense I guess."

"Soon it'll all unfold. Just wait a little longer."

Marwhan was still a little on edge. It had only been 12 hours since we had departed from Felucia. I had insisted that he'd rest on our way here, but he had sworn that he was fine. A small part of me had wished we had a greater recovery period before this next mission. Yet it was rare for this kind of request to appear, meaning it was serious. However now was not the time to lose faith.

"Lady Secura a transmission is coming in."

"That must be it. Allow it to connect."

On the screen Mace Windu appeared. He wasted no time, getting straight to the point.

"Thank you all for coming. You have already been divided into several groups. This is a rescue mission. Senator Amidala, General Kenobi, and Anakin Skywalker have been taken prisoner on Geonosis. We are going there to save them. And depending on your group, you will be finding some intel about the supposed droid factory. We will have five groups infiltrate the bases around the main one. There they will take over and surround the main enemy force. While that is occurring, the main attack forces will be used as a distraction. That will include the land force and the air force. The enemy is not expecting us. Therefore we have a chance. Let's make the most of this opportunity and have success find our way. Your assignments have been listed. May the Force guide you all."

From our window view, decloaking their invisible shields, many ships could be seen taking off, shifting into hyperdrive. The mission had now begun.

"We'd better get a move on. C-799 do you have the details?"

"Yes ma'am. I'm already setting our destination to Geonosis."

"Alright. Engage light speed! Marwhan press when I say so."

Marwhan didn't say anything.

"Marwhan? What's wrong?"

"...I understand that we're supposed to help others as Jedi. But why are there hundreds of us risking our lives for only three people? Isn't that a bit much?"

His concern was valid. From another perspective it did seem crazy.

"I think we all came despite not knowing our number situation. Everyone here decided that they would serve in the best way they can. As Jedi we're prepared to lay down our lives for each other. However if there comes a moment where you're put in danger, I will not hesitate to go against the Order. Your safety is more important to me than anything else."