Padme was sitting at the small table that was on the balcony, overlooking the ocean. A noise coming from behind, drew her attention to the double doors and she saw a young girl coming out of them.
Here you go, Milady; your tea. Mama told me to let you know that your muffins will be ready in about five minutes. the young girl came over to the table and put the cup of hot tea down in front of Padme ,before she put the tea pot down in the middle of the table.
Thank you, Mekala. Padme smiled at the young girl. She noticed a leather bracelet on the girls wrist, and she saw the metal square that was connected to the leather band.
Mekala noticed the look on Padmes face, then she looked down and saw that her shock bracelet was showing.
I will go and see about those muffins. the young girl bowed her head and took off, before Padme could say anything to her. ,p,> Um . . . excuse me, Senator. I hope that am not interrupting anything. the Prime Minister came up to the table and watched the young servant girl hurry off.
Oh, hello, Prime Minister. Let me guess, His Highness sent you here to spy on me. Padme looked up at the older man.
No, he does not know that I am here. I have to let you know that I am not what you think I am. I am pretty much a prisoner here, just like you. I wanted you to know that I called for help. I talked to a Jedi named Skywalker and he told me that he will be here as soon as he can. He was also bringing another Jedi named Obi-Wan Kenobi. the Prime Minister looked at the younger woman sitting at the table in front of him.
I see. How can I trust you, knowing that you are working for that man? When did you talk to him? Padme looked up in total surprise, when he mentioned Anakin and Obi-Wans name.
I really do not blame you for not wanting to trust me. What I did for you will cost my life, if Prince Branndyn learns that it was me that called the Jedi. I talked to him last night after dinner. I better get going, and when the time comes, I will show him where you are and help if I can. Now, I must go and get to my daily meetings. I will see you at lunch. the Prime Minister bowed his head and was about to turn around.
Can I ask you one thing? Padme looked up at the man, before he turned completely around.
Yes Milady, you may ask anything of me. the older man turned around and looked at the girl in the eyes.
May I know your name? Padme gave him a small smile. ,p> My name is Kehvyn, Milady. the Prime Minister smiled at the younger Senator.
Thank you for everything that you have done for me, Kehvyn. I do hope that we both can leave here alive. Padme smiled at him, before he headed out of the apartment and went to his offices for his meetings.
It was shortly after the Prime Minister had left, Mekala came out to the balcony, with a small tray, with a platter of muffins and she put it down on the small table.
Um . . . Mekala, may I ask you a question? If you do not feel comfortable in answering my question, I understand. Padme looked at the young girl and saw a scared look come across the girls face.
It is ok, Milady. You may ask me anything. Mekala looked down at the floor.
Is that bracelet on your wrist, what I think it is? A shock bracelet, kind of like a shock collar? Padme look at the scared girl.
Um . . . yes. It . . . Mistress, do not let His Highness know that I told you. He will kill me and my family, if you know the whole truth about his family. the girl looked up, before looking around to make sure that no one was listening to her. ,p> What do you mean, the whole truth about his family? Are they Pirates? Padme looked over to the doors to make sure that no one was hearing what was being said.
Um, they are not really Pirates, but they are a lot worse. They are slavers, and yes, I am a slave. Mekala looked at Padme and she saw that Padme understood what she was telling her.
I see. Well, I am hoping to put an end to their business. I am hoping my friends get here in time, because I know my time is running out. I am also hoping they get here to free me from that monster. Padme picked up one of the muffins and began taking the wrapping off of it.
I hope that your friends come too. I better get going and get clean linens for your bed. Mekala bowed her head, before heading back inside the room and getting the clean sheets that she had put down on the chair and going into the bedroom. ,p>Padme just sat there and began praying to her gods that Anakin will get here soon, and free her from the demon that is holding her prisoner. Then, a thought came to her, not only is she wanting to free Kehvyn, but now she must free Mekala and her family. The only thing Padme could do is lay back down and going back to sleep.
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What will happen when they learn that it was you who kidnapped the Senator? The Prime Minister looked at the Prince and was afraid of what the Galactic Senate or even the the Republic would do, if they knew who took the young Senator.
They will never know. If they do come for her, it will be too late, because we will be married. the second man looked at the older man. ,p> With our luck, they will send two Jedi to come here and get her. You know, I have a feeling that they will send that young Jedi that is always with her. What is his name again? the older man looked at the Prince and saw him sneer at him, when he mentioned the Jedi.
Great. I do not have time to worry about him at the moment. I will deal with him when the time comes, and I believe his name is Skywalker or something like that. Well, its now time to wake up my sleeping wife. the younger man had a scared look on his face, when he mentioned the young Jedis name.
Branndyn turned away from the older man, headed down the stairs and to the throne room for his meetings. The Prime Minister just shook his head in disbelief, then headed off towards his room. He was thinking what he was going to do next, knowing that if he was even caught, he would die for it.
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Padme just laid there and could not believe what she just over heard. So, it was Branndyn that is behind her kidnapping. So now, her only thought was how she was going to get out of here, or try to send out a message to Anakin. She closed her eyes and drifted back to sleep, for the fourth time today.
Good evening, Milady. I am Marge and I am here to get you ready for dinner, with his Highness. the older lady came into the room, giving the younger woman a smile, as she went over to the wash bowl and poured the hot water into the bowl.
Um . . . good evening, Marge. I am not really feeling hungry. Am still feeling light headed from whatever drugs that was used to knock me out cold. So, could you please tell his Highness that I will not be joining him for dinner? Padme sat up and felt the room begin to slightly spin around again.
Oh, no, Milady. I cannot do that, because he told me that you will join him or he will come in here and get you himself. Please, just do as I ask and get ready. the older lady looked at Padme, with fear in her eyes.
Ok, fine. So, let me guess, he threatened you in some way. Ok, you will have to help me get to my feet and let me stand against something, because the room is still spinning around. Padme looked over at the older woman and gave her a nod of understanding. She was just wondering what he had threatened to do, to this poor older lady.
Thank you, Milady. Marge just nodded back and gave Padme a weak smile.
Marge helped Padme get out of the bed and even dressed, before leading her slowly down the hallway to the double doors, at the end of the hallway. The doors opened up and Padme entered the room. She saw Prince Branndyn sitting on the couch, in the sitting area of the Princes private apartment.
Ah, Padme. This is such a wonderful surprise to see you. Please, come in and have a seat. Marge, can you please help the Senator to the couch? Branndyn looked at the older woman and motioned for them to go to the couch.
Well, I do not believe he will do anything to you. Because by the time they figure out what has happened to you, the both of us will be married. Branndyn gave Padme an evil smile.
Well, I have news for you. I will never marry you and would love to see you in prison or hung for this. Padme looked at the man and told him she would never have anything to do with him.
I see, but I have one thing for you. If you do not do what I want you to do, then your parents will die. Once they are dead, then you too will be killed. It is simple as that, but the choice is yours. Branndyn threatened the young Senator.
So, that is my options? Marriage or death? Padme looked at Branndyn, as tears filled her eyes, because she knew she really did not have a choice and this was the only way to keep her family safe.
Good. Then, the wedding will take place this weekend. It is time to eat, so please come with me. Branndyn stood up and led Padme into the dining room area and helped her sit down, before he dismissed Marge.
All through dinner, Padme just prayed that someone would find out that she is missing. She hoped that Anakin will come after her, that is, if the Jedi will send someone to rescue her.
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Jedi Knight Skywalker, please come here, as soon as you can. The Senator will be married this weekend. You have to stop it, and rescue her. the Prime Minister looked at the image of the young Jedi.
What happened the last time I saw her? She was on Coruscant. I will be there in a day. Anakin looked a little upset, when he learned that Padme was kidnapped.
Prince Branndyn had kidnapped her a couple of days ago. He has threatened to kill her, if she does not marry him. Its great to hear that you are on your way. Just call me, to let me know that you are here. I will help you get inside the palace. the Prime Minister looked at Anakin and saw another Jedi step into the frame.
This is Master Obi-Wan Kenobi. He will be joining me Um . . . one question. Why are you doing this and what is going to happen to you? Anakin nodded to Obi-Wan, who came up beside him.
Nice to meet you, Master Kenobi. Well, if the Prince finds out that it was me, who has called you both here, then I will be killed. Once I have you both in the palace, I want to leave here with you. the older man looked at the two Jedi.
Ok, you can come with us. See you soon. Anakin nodded and both him and Obi-Wan said bye and ended the communication with the Prime Minister.
The Prime Minister shut off the communication with the two Jedi. Now, he only hoped that they can get here soon. Also, he hopes that he lives long enough to help the Jedi get Padme out of here. He knows that if Prince Branndyn learns that he had betrayed him, he will be killed.
Now, only time will tell, if everything will come out good for everyone involved in this whole mess. Hopefully, the Prince will pay dearly for everything that he has done.