Eye Of The Needle (Star Wars)

Chapter 19: Christophsis

It wasn't long until Master Allie, R3, and I returned to the Jedi Temple. While Master Allie and I made our way to the Jedi Council, R3 returned to my room. When we made our way into the chambers of the Jedi Council, I saw Kina and Master Windu back from their mission. I also spotted Obi-Wan sitting amongst the council. My smile widened as soon as I saw him.

"I see you've been made a Jedi Master." I commented. "Congrats Master Kenobi."

Obi-Wan returned my smile. "Thank you Storm."

"And you did the ceremony without me?" I teased, causing Obi-Wan and Kina to chuckle.

However Master Windu cleared his throat, causing me to quickly shut up. From the corner of my eye, I noticed Master Allie giving me a scolding look, nevertheless I thought I saw the corner of her lips turned upward for a moment.

"We have successfully taken care of the Drall Patriots, terminating the assassination attempts of the Diktat of Corellia and his brother." Master Allie announced.

Master Windu's face lit up. "That's good news."

Master Yoda nodded. "Good news it is, indeed."

"With your permission if we are finished I'd like to return to Corellia." I announced.

I could sense and see the looks of confusion, especially from Master Allie, so I quickly added to avoid any misunderstandings. "My father has not return, leaving my grandparents alone...I merely wish to take a few days to check on them."

Master Yoda hesitated. "Leave you cannot. Needed you are here."

I raised an eyebrow. "We are?"

"Master Allie is needed on the planet Haruun Kal. We sent Master Billaba to the planet just a week ago." Master Windu informed us. "Your battalion of clone troopers is waiting for you in Haruun Kal."

Master Allie bowed. "I'll leave at once with your permission."

Master Yoda nodded. "Go as soon as possible you must."

Master Allie then glanced over at me, giving me a nod before leaving on her mission. Once she left, Master Koon spoke up. "Storm, you along with Master Kenobi and Anakin will take your battalions to the planet Christophsis."

"The Separatists are trying to take over the planet and control it." Master Ti elaborated.

"Liberate the planet and free the people of Christophsis from Separatist control you must." Master Yoda requested.

"Your battalions are waiting for you in the hangars." Master Windu informed us.

"And as soon as you can, be sure to send a message to Anakin." Master Fisto chimed in.

I furrowed my brows. "Why? He isn't here?"

"Anakin has gone to take Senator Amidala back to Naboo, to her home planet." Kina explained. "We believed it was best for her to remain there for the time being."

Why did I have a feeling that there is more to that than they possibly know. I tried not to give anything away, but Obi-Wan caught my eye, knowing that he probably knew something...or at least suspected something like me.

"Don't worry, we'll take care of it." Obi-Wan assured them.

"Go as soon as possible you must. With you may the Force be." Master Yoda responded.

With that Obi-Wan and I bowed before leaving the chambers together. As soon as we left the chambers, I spoke up. "So what else did I miss while I was gone?"

"Well not only did I become a Jedi Master but before we Anakin left to Naboo, he became a Jedi Knight." Obi-Wan informed me.

"And you couldn't wait for me to return?" I teased.