Star Wars: The Holy Empire - Chapter 53

“You know about it?” asked Qui-gon

“I know more then just know about it, I even know the general location of the planet.” I said

“You do.” said Qui-gon with excitement on his face “Can you tell me where to find it?”

“I can tell you but I want you join me in bringing peace prosperity, and racial equality to the Galaxy, by my side.” I said while holding out my hand for a handshake

“Bringing peace, prosperity and racial equality to the Galaxy. I like that” replied Qui-gon “I am willing to join you but if I deem that you are evil on our journey then I will doing everything in my power to stop you.”

“I wouldn’t have it any other way.” I said

Qui-gon took my hand and we both shook on it.

‘DING’ [Congratulations. You have gained the powerful Jedi Master Qui-gon as a Companion] [Reward: 2x Munificent-class star frigate Voucher]

‘Now this a very welcomed and lovely surprise.’ I thought to myself ‘How many ship vouchers do I have now?’

But before I could check on my inventory, I could see Qui-gon looking at me in anticipation, so I decided to check my inventory later and organize my plans for the future later.

“Alright, the Wellspring of Life is in the heart of the Galaxy in the Deep Core Region.” I said “The planet is also enveloped within a nebula of golden gas, and the Wellspring manifests itself as a planet of cracked rock.”

“Of course, that makes a lot of sense since the Wellspring of Life is speculated to be the source of all life, so it should be in the center of all life.” said Qui-gon ” I have found several potential locations, some in the Deep Core but thanks to your information, I believe I now know where the Wellspring is located.”

“Your welcome” I said “So, would you like to stay with me, or on the Wellspring of Life?”

“I will find and stay on the Wellspring of Life since I want to train there and try to connect to the Force better.” replied Qui-gon “So, if you ever need me then you can always find me there.”

“Ok” I said “On the Wellsprings, you might meet the 5 Force Priestesses who live there.”

The Five Force Priestesses?” said Qui-gon

“Who are these Priestesses?” asked Obi-wan

“The Priestesses are five ethereal beings who are the representative of the connection between the Living Force as experienced by living beings, and the Cosmic Force in its role in the greater scheme of the universe.”

“That’s amazing” said Obi-wan “Are they powerful?”

“Don’t really know but I guess they might be very powerful.” I replied

“Thank you for telling me this. Now, let’s go” said Qui-gon “I want go find Anakin and tell him the news of accepting him as my apprentice.”

We then walk out of the room and headed towards the Hangar where Anakin was hanging out.

-Mace Windu’s Room-

Mace Windu was mediating on floor when there was a knock at the door. Mace Windu opened his eyes and looked towards the door.

“Come in” said Mace Windu

The door opens to show Yoda at the entrance who slowly walks inside.

“Master Yoda, welcome.” said Mace Windu who was sitting in lotus position

Yoda walks in front of Mace and sitting down in front of me.

“Finished the investigation of the Dark Warrior, have you?” asked Yoda

“From all of the information gathered from the warrior’s sh.i.p.s and the inspection of the warrior’s lightsaber kyber crsytal, there is no doubt anymore, Master Yoda” said Mace Windu “The mysterious warrior was a Sith.”

“Always two there are….no more…no less.” said Yoda “A master and an apprentice.”

“But which one was kill?” asked Mace Windu “The master or the apprentice?”

When Mace Windu asked the question, Yoda and Mace Windu gave each other a concerned look.

“Worried about the future, I am.” said Yoda ”

“There is nothing to worry about, Master” said Mace Windu “We were able to defeat the Sith in the past, and we can defeat them again in the future when this new Sith ever shows it’s face.”

“Things are not that simple, I sense.” said Yoda “The Queen’s assassination, part of a much bigger plan of the Sith, I fear.”

-Theed Royal Hangar-

Anakin was sitting in the c.o.c.kpit of a N-1 Starfighter, while a pilot was explaining the controls of the starfighter.

“So this button activates the ignition.” said Anakin

“That’s correct.” said the pilot

“And this button switches the autopilot off and on, and this button over here fires the torpedoes.” said Anakin

“You catch on quick, kid.” said the pilot “You have a knack for this. You could probably be a pretty great pilot one day.”

“No thanks” replied Anakin “I want to be a Jedi.”

While Anakin was learning the controls of the N-1 Startfighter, the main entrance into the hangar opened up, appearing at the entrance were Qui-gon, Obi-wan and I. We walked in.

Anakin who was learning from the pilot, noticed the door opened and quickly turned his head and noticed us walking in. Anakin quickly stood up and jumped on to the ladder next to the c.o.c.kpit and climb down.

Once Anakin was standing firmly on the ground, he ran around the N-1 Starfighter and rushed towards us. Qui-gon, Obi-wan and I stopped when we saw Anakin running to us.

Anakin stopped right in front of Qui-gon.

“Master Jedis” said Anakin with a smile. “How are you all doing?”

“We are doing good, Ani” said Qui-gon “We actually came here to tell you some good news.”

“GOOD NEWS!?” cried out Anakin in excitement “Am I allowed to join the Jedi Order and become a Jedi?”

“Sadly not.” replied Qui-gon

When Anakin heard Qui-gon’s reply, his excitement quickly turned into sadness, and he began to tear up but Qui-gon quickly bent down on one knee and put his hand on his shoulder.

“Since the Order decided not to take you in and train you, I decided to train you without their permission.” said Qui-gon

“But won’t you get in trouble with the other Jedi Master?” asked Anakin

“I have decided to leave the Jedi Order and take you in as my apprentice.” said Qui-gon

“REALLY!” said Anakin

“Yes, I promise you I will train you and teach you the ways of the Living Force.” said Qui-gon “So, I am now your Master.”

“What is the Living Force?” asked Anakin

“The Living Force, my boy is one of two harmonizing aspects of the Force—an all-encompassing and all-transcending energy field—present in and generated by all living beings, connecting all of life which fed into the Cosmic Force in death.” explained Qui-gon “Thus, life created the Force, as the Force created life.”

“I still don’t understand” said Anakin who had a confuse look on his face.

“That’s ok my boy.” laughed Qui-gon “I will slowly teach and explain everything to you.”

“Ok, Master” said Anakin

“In a few days, I will be taking you and Obi-wan with me to find a planet called the Wellspring of Life.” said Qui-gon “The planet will be the perfect place to teach you in the ways of the Living Force and train you to use your Force Abilites.”

“Yes, Master” said Anakin “So, what will happen to my mom? Can she come with us?”

“I am afraid not, my boy.” said Qui-gon “Your mother will get in the way of your training.”

“But don’t worry.” I said “Your mother will be able to live on Naboo. I talked about it with the Queen and she said she will give your mother a job here in the Palace as a maid. Your mother will receive money for her work, three meals a day, and she will have a place to live as well,.”

When Anakin heard that his mother will be taken care of, a bright smile appeared on his face, and he ran up and hugged me tightly.

“Thank you so much for helping my mom.” said Anakin

“Your welcome” I said while patting Anakin on his head “Just make sure you learn a lot from Qui-gon and be diligent in your training.”

“Yes, I will” replied Anakin “I will study my hardest and train my hardest as well.”

“That’s good” I said

“Now come Ani” said Qui-gon “I will take you to one of the Palace’s Garden and begin explaining to you about the Force there.”

“Ok, Master” cried out Anakin in excitement

Qui-gon then walk out of the hangar followed by Anakin and Obi-wan.

After they left, I walked back to my room to rest and think of my plans for the future.