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<blockquote data-quote="Ankh-Morpork Guard" data-source="post: 4444383" data-attributes="member: 10079"><p><strong>Chapter 591: The View</strong></p><p></p><p>“There is something on this planet that should not be here. I can’t see it, but I know it is here somewhere. It is likely the source of your reason for coming here, and I expect you can feel it, too. Its not something you can grasp in the Force, but its there, just on the edge of your senses and it has been since you arrived, hasn’t it?”</p><p> </p><p>Nodding, Tobias looked across Bestine below. It had been roughly a half hour since he and Corinna had dealt with the swoop gang, but they hadn’t yet left the roof of the large building. There had been some local security that showed up, which were essentially a bunch of Hutt lackeys, but seeing the mess, they were intelligent enough to not attempt to start a fight. Instead, they not-so-politely thanked Tobias and Corinna for dealing with the swoop gang that had been a problem lately, then dragged off the bodies.</p><p> </p><p>It was a bit odd, really. Decades ago, Bestine had been the Imperial capital of the planet. There were still signs of it. The large building they currently sat on top of, legs dangling off the edge, and a couple clearly Imperial-designed administrative buildings in the immediate area. Everything else in the city were rounded buildings of that odd, sand-coloured material. Though the desert could be seen in the distance, the city itself was surprisingly large, bigger than the Palace on Alraxia. </p><p> </p><p>And somewhere down there was Master Ral.</p><p> </p><p>Tobias knew he should probably go find his Master, but...</p><p> </p><p>“What do you think it is?” he eventually asked Corinna, glancing to her but keeping more of his focus on not falling off the building and the rather interesting view.</p><p> </p><p>“I have no idea,” she shrugged and leaned back to look up at the slightly darker sky. One of the two suns had set a few minutes earlier, “I would have left this dustball days ago if not for whatever it is, though. I did find a body a few days back, though. Or at least, what was left of one. I saw it distantly and knew it was a Force-user then I felt danger so I went after the source. But, all that was there when I arrived was an arm, a trouser leg, and a few other unidentifiable bits. The entire area was heavy with pain and violence and I couldn’t stay around for very long...but it was likely one of those Jedi you’re after.”</p><p> </p><p>“Where uh...where was that?”</p><p> </p><p>Leaning forward, Corinna sat there patiently a moment and Tobias could feel her already odd presence in the Force extending outwards much more deliberately. Her right arm then extended in front of Tobias and pointed, “A half kilometer down that street and then it was down a backstreet near an old landspeeder repair shop.”</p><p> </p><p>Tobias blinked before turning and following where she was pointing. He just saw the tops of buildings, “Um...that’s very accurate.”</p><p> </p><p>When he looked back to her, Corinna was grinning again, “Not bad for a girl with no eyes, eh?” but quickly after that the smile faded into a curious look and Tobias felt her Force senses focus onto him again, “Speaking of which, you’re reacting quite well to that. Most humans freak out and most Jedi...well, most Jedi don’t approve of non-Jedi using the Force even if we can’t help it.”</p><p></p><p>“I actually uh...you’re not the first Miraluka I’ve met,” Tobias had no idea why he was being cautious about that, “My Master and I...my Master’s first apprentice he started killing people and we had to stop him.”</p><p> </p><p>“That explains the first but doesn’t explain why you don’t think I’m on the edge of darkness and pure evil.”</p><p> </p><p>Tobias was surprised by how touchy the Jedi situation was with her. He hadn’t ever considered how non-Jedi Force-users were treated by the Jedi, which was ironic of course. But he decided to just answer it as best he could manage, “I’m actually the first one of my family to be a Jedi since my grandmother but even that’s...complicated. But my mother even is...well, she isn’t exactly a fan of me doing this, if that makes sense.”</p><p> </p><p>The smile returned to Corinna’s face, “It explains enough. Actually, my father was never too happy I didn’t run off to become a Jedi. He used to always tell me stories of my ancestors who were apparently great Jedi Knights for the Old Republic...but those stories never ended well.”</p><p> </p><p>“So what are you doing on this planet, anyway?” Tobias asked the question rather suddenly, and immediately wondered why.</p><p> </p><p>Corinna shrugged, “Was just passing through originally. One transport to another. But ah, how plans change.”</p><p></p><p>An awkward silence fell upon the roof. Tobias couldn’t help but be proud of himself for his ability to completely destroy any normal conversation without having to try.</p><p> </p><p>“Come on, just do it,” Corinna said quietly, nudging him with an elbow.</p><p> </p><p>Raising an eyebrow, he turned to look at her to find no help at all, “Do what?”</p><p> </p><p>Though a Miraluka had no eyes to roll, and even if she had them, currently they would have been hidden beneath that cloth around her face, Tobias got the distinct feeling that she was doing exactly that. It was amazing what the Force could be used to portray, especially for a species that used it so naturally, “You’re amazingly oblivious, did you know that? Its quite cute, actually.”</p><p> </p><p>Tobias’ face glazed over in a mix of confusion, shock, and embarrassment. Though she couldn’t see it, Tobias knew she could do better than that and clearly feel it in the Force as well as use that to ‘see’ the way he was trying not to squirm or accidently fall off the roof.</p><p> </p><p>And somehow, Corinna seemed to be enjoying the effect. But eventually she nudged him again, “Quit panicking and just ask. Its not hard. Just a few simple words and you already know the answer, you just have to ask it.”</p><p> </p><p>“Ask...what?” it was the best he could manage because he sure as hell didn’t know what she was demanding he ask. Well, no, he had a few ideas, but none of them were going to escape the realm of deep, suppressed thoughts and the more rational ones never got to his conscious mind. There was just too much of a haze of confusion in his mind for the moment.</p><p> </p><p>“Alright, fine. I’ll walk you through this,” Corinna sighed dramatically and shook her head, “Even though I’ve just given you the exact location of what you’re looking for and I don’t actually have much more direct information beyond theories that are based entirely outside of facts, you want me to help you. But we just met less than a standard hour ago and you barely know me so your hesitation is understandable. Not only that, but you do have to get back to your Master and you’ll have to explain this little mess. So you’re nervous...for more reasons than one and those ones you’re trying not to think about are nothing to be embarrassed about by the way. But even though you are, it shouldn’t stop you from simply asking me to come with you and help. So, what you need to do is close your eyes, breathe, that’s important, and then ask. Okay?”</p><p> </p><p>With a blank expression on his face, Tobias somehow managed a nod. But as he stared at her, it became obvious that he really was going to have to ask. She was just sitting there, right next to him and staring at him with the Force, waiting. Expectant in such a way that was even more unnerving than the not-look she was giving him. Not to mention it was the first time he’d really ever been confronted with someone who looked...nice. Nice was what he was going to leave it at. But that just made it harder to focus.</p><p></p><p>What did she say?</p><p> </p><p>Close your eyes...that wasn’t hard. In fact, the darkness that brought on somehow helped, even though he could still feel the gaze on him.</p><p></p><p>Next step...breathe. Well, he was already doing that. But keep it up. Definitely keep it up.</p><p> </p><p>Right. Two down. Now the hard part.</p><p></p><p>“Will you uh...will...” Tobias stopped, took another breath, then tried again, “Will you come with me?”</p><p> </p><p>The smile quickly returned to Corinna’s face and she nodded, “Of course. Now lets find your Master. Lead the way, Jedi boy.”</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Ankh-Morpork Guard, post: 4444383, member: 10079"] [b]Chapter 591: The View[/b] “There is something on this planet that should not be here. I can’t see it, but I know it is here somewhere. It is likely the source of your reason for coming here, and I expect you can feel it, too. Its not something you can grasp in the Force, but its there, just on the edge of your senses and it has been since you arrived, hasn’t it?” Nodding, Tobias looked across Bestine below. It had been roughly a half hour since he and Corinna had dealt with the swoop gang, but they hadn’t yet left the roof of the large building. There had been some local security that showed up, which were essentially a bunch of Hutt lackeys, but seeing the mess, they were intelligent enough to not attempt to start a fight. Instead, they not-so-politely thanked Tobias and Corinna for dealing with the swoop gang that had been a problem lately, then dragged off the bodies. It was a bit odd, really. Decades ago, Bestine had been the Imperial capital of the planet. There were still signs of it. The large building they currently sat on top of, legs dangling off the edge, and a couple clearly Imperial-designed administrative buildings in the immediate area. Everything else in the city were rounded buildings of that odd, sand-coloured material. Though the desert could be seen in the distance, the city itself was surprisingly large, bigger than the Palace on Alraxia. And somewhere down there was Master Ral. Tobias knew he should probably go find his Master, but... “What do you think it is?” he eventually asked Corinna, glancing to her but keeping more of his focus on not falling off the building and the rather interesting view. “I have no idea,” she shrugged and leaned back to look up at the slightly darker sky. One of the two suns had set a few minutes earlier, “I would have left this dustball days ago if not for whatever it is, though. I did find a body a few days back, though. Or at least, what was left of one. I saw it distantly and knew it was a Force-user then I felt danger so I went after the source. But, all that was there when I arrived was an arm, a trouser leg, and a few other unidentifiable bits. The entire area was heavy with pain and violence and I couldn’t stay around for very long...but it was likely one of those Jedi you’re after.” “Where uh...where was that?” Leaning forward, Corinna sat there patiently a moment and Tobias could feel her already odd presence in the Force extending outwards much more deliberately. Her right arm then extended in front of Tobias and pointed, “A half kilometer down that street and then it was down a backstreet near an old landspeeder repair shop.” Tobias blinked before turning and following where she was pointing. He just saw the tops of buildings, “Um...that’s very accurate.” When he looked back to her, Corinna was grinning again, “Not bad for a girl with no eyes, eh?” but quickly after that the smile faded into a curious look and Tobias felt her Force senses focus onto him again, “Speaking of which, you’re reacting quite well to that. Most humans freak out and most Jedi...well, most Jedi don’t approve of non-Jedi using the Force even if we can’t help it.” “I actually uh...you’re not the first Miraluka I’ve met,” Tobias had no idea why he was being cautious about that, “My Master and I...my Master’s first apprentice he started killing people and we had to stop him.” “That explains the first but doesn’t explain why you don’t think I’m on the edge of darkness and pure evil.” Tobias was surprised by how touchy the Jedi situation was with her. He hadn’t ever considered how non-Jedi Force-users were treated by the Jedi, which was ironic of course. But he decided to just answer it as best he could manage, “I’m actually the first one of my family to be a Jedi since my grandmother but even that’s...complicated. But my mother even is...well, she isn’t exactly a fan of me doing this, if that makes sense.” The smile returned to Corinna’s face, “It explains enough. Actually, my father was never too happy I didn’t run off to become a Jedi. He used to always tell me stories of my ancestors who were apparently great Jedi Knights for the Old Republic...but those stories never ended well.” “So what are you doing on this planet, anyway?” Tobias asked the question rather suddenly, and immediately wondered why. Corinna shrugged, “Was just passing through originally. One transport to another. But ah, how plans change.” An awkward silence fell upon the roof. Tobias couldn’t help but be proud of himself for his ability to completely destroy any normal conversation without having to try. “Come on, just do it,” Corinna said quietly, nudging him with an elbow. Raising an eyebrow, he turned to look at her to find no help at all, “Do what?” Though a Miraluka had no eyes to roll, and even if she had them, currently they would have been hidden beneath that cloth around her face, Tobias got the distinct feeling that she was doing exactly that. It was amazing what the Force could be used to portray, especially for a species that used it so naturally, “You’re amazingly oblivious, did you know that? Its quite cute, actually.” Tobias’ face glazed over in a mix of confusion, shock, and embarrassment. Though she couldn’t see it, Tobias knew she could do better than that and clearly feel it in the Force as well as use that to ‘see’ the way he was trying not to squirm or accidently fall off the roof. And somehow, Corinna seemed to be enjoying the effect. But eventually she nudged him again, “Quit panicking and just ask. Its not hard. Just a few simple words and you already know the answer, you just have to ask it.” “Ask...what?” it was the best he could manage because he sure as hell didn’t know what she was demanding he ask. Well, no, he had a few ideas, but none of them were going to escape the realm of deep, suppressed thoughts and the more rational ones never got to his conscious mind. There was just too much of a haze of confusion in his mind for the moment. “Alright, fine. I’ll walk you through this,” Corinna sighed dramatically and shook her head, “Even though I’ve just given you the exact location of what you’re looking for and I don’t actually have much more direct information beyond theories that are based entirely outside of facts, you want me to help you. But we just met less than a standard hour ago and you barely know me so your hesitation is understandable. Not only that, but you do have to get back to your Master and you’ll have to explain this little mess. So you’re nervous...for more reasons than one and those ones you’re trying not to think about are nothing to be embarrassed about by the way. But even though you are, it shouldn’t stop you from simply asking me to come with you and help. So, what you need to do is close your eyes, breathe, that’s important, and then ask. Okay?” With a blank expression on his face, Tobias somehow managed a nod. But as he stared at her, it became obvious that he really was going to have to ask. She was just sitting there, right next to him and staring at him with the Force, waiting. Expectant in such a way that was even more unnerving than the not-look she was giving him. Not to mention it was the first time he’d really ever been confronted with someone who looked...nice. Nice was what he was going to leave it at. But that just made it harder to focus. What did she say? Close your eyes...that wasn’t hard. In fact, the darkness that brought on somehow helped, even though he could still feel the gaze on him. Next step...breathe. Well, he was already doing that. But keep it up. Definitely keep it up. Right. Two down. Now the hard part. “Will you uh...will...” Tobias stopped, took another breath, then tried again, “Will you come with me?” The smile quickly returned to Corinna’s face and she nodded, “Of course. Now lets find your Master. Lead the way, Jedi boy.” [/QUOTE]
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