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Minutes later we finally landed on Naboo. The ride here was fairly quiet. It wasn't awkward, it was rather comforting. Captain landed the ship in the middle of the Forrest near the Gungans. Fortunately we did not encounter them. Gungans and people of Alderaan don't exactly get along well. Anakin and I grabbed only 2 bags out of all my luggage. Inside were all my evening dresses and toiletries. We crossed a plain grass field and just across from it was a large sized cottage. I see a woman staring at us.
"Is she my Aunt?" I tilted my head.
"Possibly. Let's go talk to them. Even if they aren't your family, might as well ask them for directions" he suggested. I nodded and followed behind him. The closer we got, I finally saw her face. She was tall and petite. She had long brown hair and a fairly strict face. Other than that it was no doubt that she was indeed very beautiful. We stopped infront of her. I stepped forward.
"Hello. We are sorry to bother you but do you happen to know where Pacio and Maro live?" I asked politely. She studied my face, looking me up and down.
"Who are you?" She asked firmly. I was taken by surprise. I expected her to just make us leave not converse with us.
"I am Wanda and this is my..." I motioned to Anakin. I wasn't sure what to say about him. Thankfully he received my message.
"Husband" he smiled nervously. I stared at him in shock but quickly dismissed it. I turned to look at the stranger and smile.
"Yes husband. I'm their neice" I explained. I hear her make a soft 'hmm' sound.
"Well their not home at the moment why don't you both come in" she suggested. I looked behind me and saw Anakin nod. We both followed her as we made our way into the house. As soon as we all were inside, the stranger closed the door and lock it. From the corner of my eyes, I see Anakin's hand on his lightsaber ready to use it if needed.
"I know it's you Astoria" her harsh expression softened. I furrowed my brows.
"Who's Astoria?" I acted curiously as if I don't know what she's taking about. She sighed and stepped closer. Anakin quickly whipped his lightsaber out pointing it to the woman before us. She held out her hands.
"Don't worry. I'm your Aunt Maro. Sorry it's just you never know who could be watching." She eyed the saber next to her face. I faced Anakin and put my hand on his. He got the message and reluctantly lowered his weapon. Aunt Maro relaxed and smiled at us.
"Are you two hungry? I could whip out a meal for you two" she suggested. I shook my head.
"Oh. No we're alright Aunt" I smiled. She nodded.
"Okay. Well why don't I show you both to your rooms" she offered. She walked ahead of us while Anakin and I trail behind her. She stopped infront of a white door.
"This will be Astoria's room-" she gestured towards the white door.
"This is Anakin's." She gestured to the door across from mine. "Diner will be in an hour. You may do whatever you please"
"Thank you Aunt" she left us alone and walked down the stairs. I opened my door and walked in. It was smaller than what I was used to but it was perfect. I always hated my large room. From the corner of my eyes, I see Anakin place my bags next to my bed. Just as he was about to walk away, I called.
"Anakin?" He turned around and raised his eyebrows.
"Can you stay? I feel safer when I'm around you" I asked shyly. I feel my cheeks burn red. I looked up to see him smirking.
"Of course. Anything for you" he smiled as did I. He sat on top of my bed. I sat across from him. I pulled up one of my luggages onto the bed. I opened it and began pulling out my clothing. It was silent but in a comforting way. I started feeling a pair of eyes on me. And I smirked.
"Are you enjoying the view" I teased with out looking up. I continued to pull out my clothing.
"Very much. Yes." I feel my already burning cheeks turn even hotter. I did not expect him to actually reply to my antics.
"You are too kind to me Anakin"
"I'm just telling the truth" he shrugged. He leaned in deeper into the bed and now he is sitting with his legs crossed.
"Well if it means anything, I think you're very handsome" I complimented him. I still refused to look up, in fear he would see my redden cheeks.
"Astoria?" He called out softly.
"Hm?" I raised my eyebrows. Finally I looked up only to notice how close we have become. Slowly he began to lean in. I know I should not but right now all I could think about was his lips pressed against my own. I slowly wrapped my arms around his neck and pulled him in deeper. It was perfect. But flashes of myself becoming queen and leading suddenly brought me out of the loving trance.
"Anakin we can't" I pulled away quickly. I felt heavy hot tears fall down my face.
"Astoria-" he reached for my hand but I pulled it back. I shook my head.
"No. I won't let you be distracted from your path." I paused. "I care to much for you to let that happen" I choked out. How can something so wrong feel so right.
"We can keep it a secret" he suggested. I looked at him in complete shock. How can he even suggest that?
"But then we would be living a lie." He turned silent. He knew what would happen if we got caught. He looked down sadly. My heart broke apart just seeing him like this. If only I wasn't born into royalty or if he never became a Jedi, maybe then we could be together. Oh how I wish it were true
