#stawars

“There is someone  I   would like you to meet, my child.” he said and secretly you looked at Anakin confused as to who else other than Yoda and Windu had come with them.

 “My daughter, meet prince Calum of Nabela and his father King Ja’an, they will be part of this council meeting today.” he said, “A pleasure to meet you both.” you said showing formality when suddenly the prince grabbed your hand and kissed it almost too slow as he still looked you in the eyes. 

“The pleasure is all mine princess, you're as beautiful as your people say. '' he said in a deep voice, deeper than what his actual voice probably sounded like. 

Anakin couldn't help himself from rolling his eyes as he witnessed the lame attempt of flirting with you as you stood too stunned to react with anything other than a smile as you pulled your hand back and secretly wiped it on your dress making Anakin smile to himself.

“Let's get started then shall we?” your father said as he walked towards the front of the table and sat you next to him.

 “The prince is very admirable isn't he?” he whispered to you as you looked around wondering if anyone heard. 

“Yes papa but why are they here?” you asked, still confused by their presence. “Soon my child, it will explain itself.” he said looking back up at the people and beginning conversation.

As they got more into discussing politics your mind began to wander and eventually you began to think of your future. How could you be a good queen if your first ever meeting with the council already bored you to no ends?

 ‘Hey’ you heard in your mind, stunned, you whipped your head around earning a strange look from your father at your sudden reaction. 

“Sorry papa please, continue.” you said quietly, if you’d known any better you’d say you were going crazy now. 

‘You’re very cute when you get scared, my princess.’ you heard again and then you realized Anakin was in your mind.

 ‘ I   don't remember granting you permission to mind this way?’ you said, glancing at Anakin, quickly smiling.

 ‘ I   can stop if you’d like,  I   just thought you looked a bit bored.’ he said, turning away and back to Yoda who was currently speaking. 

‘No, you’re already here. What's the rush in leaving so quickly?’ you asked as you pretended to listen to the conversation at hand.

Just before Anakin replied you heard your name being brought up into the conversation so you actually paid attention this time.

 “With Prince Cal coming to the crown soon he is looking for a wife suitable for the crown,  I   believe the Princess would be a perfect match for him and it's very well known she is preparing to accept the crown as well.” his father said, making you frown, you tried your best at hiding it wanting to avoid any confrontation with the King.

 “When the time comes,  I   trust my daughter will make the right decision for her kingdom but until then  I   will not pressure her into a marriage.” your father said firmly knowing he’d never allow marrying you off for the sake of an alliance.

“As you wish your grace, but please do keep in mind how beneficial this matrimony could be for the alliance with the Jedi.” said king Ja’an once more. 

“Marriage or not we are here to affirm our alliance with Alderamm, can we count on your highnesses?” asked Master Windu, he wanted no part in listening to a marriage proposal and quite frankly neither did you. 

“The Jedi council can count on us, we are happy to be of assistance.” your father said also happy to be off the topic of trading you for an alliance.

“So then settled, it is.” Yoda said, “You must come to Coruscant and meet the rest of the council. We would be honored to host you.” Master Windu said, immediately you became excited.

 “That would be wonderful, wouldn't you agree papa?” you asked, smiling up at him. “Of course you are invited as well King Ja’an, no alliance necessary.” Master Windu added. 

“Thank you, we shall accept your kindness and  I   will send my son,  I   trust his judgment.” he said looking at his son proudly. 

“I would love to, Thank you Father.” he said looking in your direction once again which you quickly looked away from feeling uncomfortable under his gaze. 

“Then it is settled Prince Cal will travel with My daughter and  I   to Coruscant in a week's time. He shall stay with us in the meantime, allow my daughter to become acquainted with him.” he said, catching you off guard with that final statement, yet you stayed quiet. 

“Return to Coruscant tonight we will.” Yoda said, preparing to stand, indicating the end of the meeting. 

Feeling your stomach drop at all of the information coming your way so quickly but being stuck on the fact that Anakin was leaving tonight.

‘Meet me in the garden tonight, please.’ you heard him say, as you looked his way he could tell you were upset by the news and it only made him more upset that he had to leave you with the Prince for a week before he could even feel your presence again.

 ‘Okay’ was all you said, feeling all but defeated as you felt claustrophobic with the thought of being stuck with the prince for a week and then some more in Coruscant. 

Soon after you stood and excused yourself from the council and allowed one of the guards to take you back to your room where you sat and waited for nightfall to come.

“Is everything alright Anakin?” Obi-Wan asked as he could sense his Padawan felt troubled after today's meeting.

 “Yes master, just a little sad we have to leave such a peaceful place, it's very different from any other.” he said looking out into the garden he was anxious to be in already. 

“Place? Or person Anakin.” Obi-Wan said, sensing this troubling feeling not coming from the planet. “What? To whom might you be regarding master, the only people outside of the Jedi I've spoken to are the kings and forgive me but they are not my type.” Anakin said, looking back at his master. 

“No but the princess is quite the spectacle, isn't she?” He said, analyzing Anakin's face for any reaction, “We did not come here for me to find love, Master  . I apologize if I've disappointed you.” Anakin said sarcastically,  looking down, “Besides master, my alliance is to the Jedi and we do not allow attachments in our lives.” Anakin said before walking away hoping to end the conversation, luckily it did but Obi-Wan was still not convinced.

Nightfall couldn't have come quicker as you quickly put on a robe and ran quietly down to the Garden hoping no one would see you and walk you back to your room. 

So many years of sneaking down to watch the stars alone finally paid off. 

As you sat on the bench you looked up at the sky to admire the stars once more while you waited for Anakin hoping you didn't wait too long before coming down. “ I was hoping  I‘d beat you here.” he said, smiling down at you. 

“Anakin!” you said smiling as you stood and embraced his open arms you had waited for all day. “Is everything alright?   I   can sense your upset.” he whispered, creating space between you only to look into your eyes. 

“Upset? That's only the beginning Anakin,  I   don't want you to leave and  I   don't want that prince to stay here a second longer, even worse he thinks we're getting married and  i   haven't agreed to anything, it's not like  i   would.” you said stopping yourself before rambling any further.

 “Don't worry Y/n, in a week you'll be in Coruscant and  I   will be waiting for you.” he said massaging your side with his thumb which until now you hadn't noticed and now its all you could feel.

 “Tell me, do you come to the garden dressed like this every night?” he asked, looking down at your silky attire. 

Your cheeks flushed a shade of pink as you looked down as well and smiled. “ I   was worried  i‘d be too late, and  I   had to make sure Naja didn't come back during the night so  I   pretended to get ready for bed.” you said looking up into his eyes, from this angle you realized just how tall he stood. “But yes, when  I   sneak away to watch the stars  I   don't bother to change.” you giggled answering his question. 

“You’ll love watching the stars from my room in the temple then, it's a wonderful view. Just make sure you come this comfortable as well.” he said grinning pulling on your robe. “Anakin!” you gasped, swatting his arm away as he laughed at your flustered state.

After settling down you became serious again, “ I  think it time  I   return before my master becomes suspicious.” he said looking down at you making sure to take in your features as best he could under the moonlight. “One week. Promise you'll be there when we arrive.” you said taking his hands in yours. 

“ You have my word beautiful.  I  ‘ll be waiting.” and just as he was about to leave he stopped, turned back around, grabbed you by the waist and kissed you properly on the lips. Shocked at first you melted into his lips moving a hand behind his neck to bring him closer. He pulled away before he could go any further, wanting anything more to happen the next time you met in the temple when you had more time.

 Catching your breath you looked up at him smiling, “Until we meet again,  I  ‘ll have this night to think of when  I   come here.” you said laying your head on his shoulder hiding your blush before pulling away. “ And until we meet again, my princess,  I   will use the memory of your lips every night as well.” he said, smiling before kissing you once more and turning to run back to his room. 

It took you a minute to realize what he said, “Anakin!” you said astounded, slapping your hand over your mouth and hoping no one heard you say his name.