War Against Us (A Captain Rex x Reader Story)

Realization

A/N: Because I got my drivers license today, I'm going to post two chapters today :) If you guys can comment to let me know if you like it or give me feedback I'd really love it!! Enjoy :)

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You stood around the hologram on the Defender with Anakin and Obi-Wan. Your Master was explaining your next course of action. To your surprise, he requested for you and Anakin to take the 501st to Naboo for some down time. 

"Master, why aren't we going to Coruscant?" You didn't really mind going to Naboo, you had a small house there, but you figured you'd go to Coruscant. 

"We are starting to believe that the clones need a break every now and then," Master Windu started, "in supply room 329D on the Defender, you'll find civilian clothes. Hand them out to the men of the 501st. They deserve a break. May the force be with you." Your Master's hologram faded away. 

"I'll tell the boys," You rushed to say. 

"That was fast," Anakin laughed, smirking at you. 

"What?" You laughed back, while walking to the barracks.

(...........)

About a dozen members of the 501st were sitting in a circle laughing with each other, playing a game Fives introduced to them a while ago. He learned it while on a mission in Coruscant.

"And that is why I would never, EVER, say that to General Skywalker!" Hardcase laughed and continued, "Ah, alright. Uhm, Rex, truth or dare?" 

"Truth," Rex stated without hesitation. "Hmm," Hardcase mumbles, "I've got a good one! Do you have the hots for General (Y/LN)?". 

The whole group gasped as Rex shook his head. "I believe that is against the rules and I could never brea-". 

The door to the barracks opened and you walked in. You noticed Rex was talking but as soon as you entered, he seemed to suddenly stop and all the other men were hysterically laughing. 

"Alright, I'm not even going to ask what was going on here, but we have just received a transmission from General Windu. You boys are going on break. You all will have 3 days to relax on Naboo. We will be staying in Theed. I'm going to take you guys to get civilian clothes so you will blend in," you informed them. They all seemed very excited. 

The boys followed you to the supply closet to get their civilian clothes. You opened the door and they went in single file to collect their clothing. As Rex walked in, he smiled as you, and never lost his eye contact with you. You bowed your head at him and looked away. It didn't take long for the boys to pick outfits and before long, they were back into their barracks. Rex didn't walk back though, he walked right passed the barracks. 

"Rex, where are you going?" You asked. He turned around, his clothes still in his arms. 

"I'm going to Cody's barracks. I would like to talk to him," Rex replied softly. 

"Alright. Hey,  zyemus naktis, Captain," You lightly saluted him and smiled. 

"You too General," he replied, turning back around and walking to Cody. 

(.....................)

Rex knocked on Cody's barrack door and Cody answered, "Hey brother! What's up?".

Rex sighed, "Is Crys here?". Crys was Cody's roommate when he was on the ship barracks. 

"He's out at the mess hall with a few others, why?" Cody asked, very concerned. 

"I need to talk to you," Rex replied. He walked into Cody's barrack and sat on the edge of Crys' bed. Cody sat on the edge of his as Rex began to talk. "It's about the General. General (Y/LN) to be specific." Rex frowned. 

"What about her Rex?" Cody questioned.

"When we were on Rishi, General Skywalker put us into pairs and she was paired with me. I figured it was so that she could get to know me, you know, because she's a new general and I'm the captain. Well that night, her and I were alone in a cave and we were talking. It got really personal. I got this feeling that I've never felt before. I could feel warmth and comfort coming from, well, my heart. Cody, I think I like her. Not like the way I like Anakin or Ahsoka, but I love her. She cared enough about my life to listen to me and get to know me. She is so compassionate to us. She treats us clones like people who have a meaning in life. I really like her Cody." Rex put his face in his palms and sighed, "I don't know what to do. It's against the rules, and I'm a loyal man, but I would be willing to bend the rules for her."

The last part caught Cody by surprise. "Rex, I could tell just by listening to you talk about her on Rishi, you liked her. I think you should tell her. Maybe she feels the same!" Cody smiled.

"But what if she doesn't feel the same, and I tell her." Rex groaned, throwing his head back onto the bed.

"Rex, do it. I have a good feeling about this. Have I ever led you in the wrong direction?" Cody smiled at his best friend. Cody held out his hand to help Rex off the bed. Rex grabbed his hand and exhaled loudly. 

"I need to say something to her," Rex exclaimed, standing up with confidence. "I think I will go to her now, thank you brother." Cody patted Rex on the back. 

"You can do it!" He said to encourage him, "Oh and Rex, take this when you see her," he handed him a flower. "I picked it up on the mission on Rishi."

Rex thanked Cody and made his was to (Y/N). 

(............)

Rex approached your door. Laying in bed, reading, you heard a knock. Using the force, you unlocked your door.

"It's open!" You called, shoving the book under your pillow. The door opened, it was Rex. 

"Hello Captain! I thought you were going to bed," you said, scooting to the end of your bed, "don't be shy, come in!"

Rex came into your barrack and shut the door. "What do you need, Rex?" you asked as he sat down on the bed across from yours. 

"Uh, this is for you." He held out this hand and handed you the flower. 

You smiled. "Thank you Rex, it's very pretty!" You took the flower and put it in a cup full of water on your desk. 

"I need to talk to you (Y/N)." Rex seemed very nervous.

"What's up Rex?" You asked, sensing the nervousness within him and you were feeling nervous yourself. Part of you was hoping Rex would say something romantic, but then again, you didn't. Ever since you met Rex, there has been an ongoing battle in your head whether or not he's worth breaking the Jedi Code and sneaking around. You were pretty sure he was, but you were scared.

Master Yoda always said fear leads to the dark side, but you were sure nervousness over a crush couldn't turn you bad. You could never turn bad after what your-

Your thoughts were cut off by Rex talking. "I hate to sound weird or make you uncomfortable, but I wanted to know that I really enjoyed our conversation on Rishi." He looked away from you.

"So did I, Rex," you sighed, patting the bed next to you. Rex glanced over and saw you signaling him to sit next to you. He got up and did as you gestured. He exhaled loudly. You tried to sense why he was acting so scared, but it was a bit fuzzy. You never looked away from him as he was trying to talk to you. His mouth would open his mouth but nothing would come out. 

His hands were flat on your bed, to his sides and he was literally on the edge of his seat. Out of your compassionate nature, you put your hand over his. 

"Rex, it's okay," You smiled, putting your other hand on his chin, moving his face to face yours.