Galactic Love

Galactic Love

Chapter 3

The First Week back at the capitol had been busy for Hermione and Severus. The two spent most of their time in session with the Senate. While they were there, Harry and Ron spent their time at the Jedi temple. Harry found the history of the Jedi fascinating.

“This place is great,” Ron said in awe as he looked around the archives.

“Proud we are of the temple,” Yoda smiled.

“So, Hermione’s dad taught here. Was he a Jedi?” Harry asked.

“No. Taught younglings and Padawans map reading he did. A dear friend he was. A Senator his wife was,” Yoda answered.

“I bet Hermione enjoyed hanging out here,” Harry chuckled.

“A bright and energetic child Senator Granger was,” Yoda added with a wistful smile.

Yoda led them from the Jedi archives and took them to where the younglings were training with lightsabers. Suddenly, Harry let out a cry of pain and dropped to the floor clutching his scar.

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“That’s one thing I don’t miss,” Severus groaned as he, his brother Solan, Hermione, and Obi-Wan exited the Senate building.

“And what would that be brother? The endless debating or the constant bickering?” Solan questioned with a smirk.

Severus glared at his younger brother while Hermione and Obi-Wan laughed at the brotherly banter. The four climbed into the speeder and Solan steered toward the temple. Just then, Obi-Wan’s comlink went off and Mace appeared.

“Obi-Wan, where are you?” Mace asked.

“We have just left the Senate and are on our way to the temple. What’s wrong?” Obi-Wan replied.

“Get here as soon as you can. Something has happened,” Mace instructed.

“We’ll be there in a few moments,” Solan said.

Solan increased the power and the speeder blasted through the city. Within minuets, they were landing at the temple. Mace was waiting for them looking a bit worried as they climbed out of the speeder.

“What’s wrong Master Windu?” Severus questioned.

“It’s your friend Harry. Master Yoda said he collapsed clutching his scar. We’ve moved him to the medical bay and used a calming spell,” Mace explained as he led them through the halls.

“His scar? Severus, you don’t think he can sense Voldemort here do you?” Hermione replied worriedly.

“I don’t know, but we’ll find out soon,” Severus stated.

They entered the medical bay and found Ron sitting in a chair with his head in his hands. Yoda sat beside him meditating. Yoda looked up and placed his hand on Ron’s shoulder. Ron jumped to his feet and rushed to Hermione.

“Hermione! Thank Merlin. I don’t know what happened. One second we’re watching the younglings and the next Harry let out a scream, clutched his scar and collapsed. I didn’t know what to do,” Ron cried as he clung to her.

“It’s all right Ron. I’m sure he’s fine,” Hermione said gently as she hugged him.

“Master Yoda, perhaps you should awaken Mr. potter. We need to know what happened,” Severus suggested.

Yoda nodded as he walked into the room Harry was in. Harry lay peacefully on one of the beds. Yoda placed his hand at Harry’s forehead. Harry gasped as he jerked awake and sat up in the bed.

“Relax Harry. Deep slow breaths,” Hermione instructed.

“I…I saw Voldemort. He…he was talking to a man dressed in black. The man was angry because you and Professor Snape were gone. Then Voldemort offered to help, but only if the man would help him kill me. Voldemort knows that I’m here. They’re on their way here now,” Harry told them.

“The man in black has to be Anakin,” Obi-Wan stated.

“In more danger you are. The council we must call and make plans,” Yoda sighed.

“Obi-Wan, you and Solan escort them back to their apartments. I will contact the Chancellor and have her place guards with you until after the council has reached a decision,” Mace said.

“As I recall, Anakin was an amazing pilot. If he’s using the dark side, he could be halfway here by now,” Hermione pointed out.

“Don’t worry milady, if Anakin returns before the meeting is over, the council will know and myself and Obi-Wan will bring you all here,” Solan reassured her.

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Hermione stared out her window in the direction of the temple. Full night had fallen and Obi-Wan still hadn’t returned. It had been six hours since he left her in the care of the clone troops and her handmaiden. She sighed and lowered her head.

“Milady, you should get some sleep,” her handmaiden and decoy, Alleena, suggested.

“I don’t think I could sleep Alleena,” Hermione sighed.

“At least try. I’m sure Master Kenobi will return soon,” Alleena pleaded as she wrapped her arm around Hermione’s shoulders.

“I’m afraid. I wasn’t afraid when I left nine years ago, but I am now,” Hermione replied.

“You would be foolish not to be afraid. This Anakin Skywalker is the most dangerous threat you have ever faced. But I know the Jedi Council will find a way to protect you milady. You also know I will do everything in my power to protect you as well,” Alleena stated.

“Thank you Alleena. You’ve always been there for me when I need you,” Hermione smiled.

“That’s my job,” Alleena grinned.

“I guess I should try and get some sleep. Good night,” Hermione chuckled softly.

She hugged her handmaiden and entered her bedroom. She stripped off the amber gown she had worn to Senate and entered the bathroom for a relaxing shower before she went to bed.

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Obi-Wan smiled as he watched his beloved sleep. While he was at the temple, he had felt her fear and anxiety. He didn’t like being unable to comfort her when she needed it, but he had to keep her safe from Anakin. Slowly, he sat on the edge of her bed and brushed her cheek with the back of his hand.

“Oh Ben,” she whispered.

“I’m here love,” he said.

Her honey amber eyes fluttered open and met his blue ones. “You’re back,” she smiled as she sat up and threw her arms around his neck.

“I’m here now Hermione. I felt your fear at the temple and wanted to rush back here and ease them away,” he sighed as he held her tight.

“What did the council decide?” she asked.

“In the morning love. You and I will go to Severus’ apartment after breakfast. Solan and I felt it be best if we told all of you at once,” he answered.

Hermione nodded. Obi-Wan pulled away from her so he could undress. He then climbed into the bed and held Hermione in his arms. Just relishing the feel of her in his arms once more.

“Just rest. No one will hurt you now,” he whispered.

“I know,” she said tiredly.

Within seconds she was once more asleep. ‘Don’t worry mow my love. I won’t let Anakin or anyone else hurt you,’ he thought, kissing her forehead.

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Hermione sat next to Ron and Harry as Solan began telling them the council’s plan. “The council has decided that it would be better if Harry and Ron remain here her on Corusant for the time being. They have already contacted Albus on Earth and informed him of this new development. He has agreed with the Council. Myself and Obi-Wan will continue to protect you,”

“What about while Hermione and I are in session? Will they still go to the temple?” Severus asked.

“I think they should come with us to session,” Hermione said.

“Are you sure milady? Master Windu felt it would be better if they remained at the temple,” Obi-Wan replied.

“No offense to Master Windu, but if Voldemort went looking for Harry, I wouldn’t want him in the temple. Voldemort wouldn’t hesitate to kill anyone inside,” Hermione stated.

“Hermione’s right. In this case, it’s safer if we all remain together,” Severus added.

“Then I will inform the council, even if I don’t agree with this,” Solan sighed.

“I guess I should take these two to get the proper attire then,” Severus groaned.

“At least we’ll get to see more of Corusant,” Ron chuckled.

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Hermione sat at her desk reading over the documents from the latest session of the Senate. Even though the Clone Wars were over, there was still a lot of rebuilding to do. She sighed as she placed the documents on the desk.

“You’re tense,” Obi-Wan said as he moved behind her and began massaging her shoulders.

“I know. I’m just worried. With Anakin and Voldemort working together, there’s no telling what they are capable of doing now,” Hermione replied.

“Well, all we can do is be prepared. Severus and your friends returned half an hour ago. He said something about having a headache and laying down,” he chuckled.

“Harry and Ron can be a handful,” she smiled.

Obi-Wan leaned down and softly kissed her neck. Hermione let out a soft sigh as his hands slid over her shoulders and down the front of her gown. He began massaging her breasts as he moved his lips to her meet hers. She moaned and leaned back in her chair.

“Shall we move somewhere a bit more private?” he whispered.

Hermione could only nod. Obi-Wan knew just how to kiss or touch her and leave her speechless. He took her hand, pulled her to her feet, and led her to the bedroom.

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