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◎ 001 ◎ Qui-Gon Jinn : Video / Traverse Town

You're right, my friend. This device is simple enough to use.

[There was a familiar face on the screen as a moogle floated not far from a head of brown and gray while the feed was adjusted. There was a very serious look about him. Maybe a little too calm for someone who just heard the ill news. The moogle was leading him somewhere. The inn, probably.]

Will you be okay, kupo! [The Jedi Knight paused in his walk and turned to the creature giving it a thoughtful look and responding after a short insignificant silence.]

Darkness has engulfed my world and many others, that's something I had never heard mentioned before. Even then, there is no need for haste: answers come at their own time. These mysteries will unravel themselves with time and patience. Thank you for your assistance, I leave you in peace.

[Before he could bow in respect to the strange creature, their attention was turned to the scurrying sounds of a strange furry creature making it's way up the street towards them. The moogle seemed unmoved and Jinn, sensing no threat, remained put. The creature, a furret that had escaped from a certain albino idiot, climbed up his leg and coat to nuzzle the old man's cheek without hesitation. Qui-Gon rose a brow.]

Hello there, new friend. Are you part of this welcoming committee as well?

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If you wish. Care to explain why this creature seems to have such strong affections towards me?

[It stole Obi-Wan's lightsaber, ran into Qui-Gon, and he adopted it. But he'll leave out that first part and start leading Qui-Gon around Traverse Town.] Yet another thing you decided to adopt. I've no idea what you named it or if you even did, though.

[He just calls it 'the pest'. It works well enough for him.]

There are three districts in Traverse Town. This is the second district and it's where most of the shops are. Where we're going now is the third district, which is the living area mainly but the square is a good place to sit and think. You most likely arrived in the first district, which is where you can buy things like weapons, upgrades, and gummi ship parts.

How unfortunate. [And he petted its head.] Don't worry, my furry friend, we will find you a suitable name.

Tell me, Obi-Wan, where exactly have you been staying? In these districts?

[At least Obi-Wan has the decency not to roll his eyes and groan in dismay. He can't believe he's going to be stuck with that thing again.]

No, Master. I live on another planet. This place is just the best world for supplies. [A beat.] Which reminds me, I have some supplies for my ship here I'd like to pick up before we leave if you don't mind.

[He's not still doing repairs from that tiny little crash he may or may not have been involved in a couple days ago, nope.]

By all means, take your time. You are my escort.

[And he's going to follow you curiously looking through shop windows and at strange creatures and people.]

[Eventually, after all the looking around, Obi-Wan and his Master end up back in the first district and Obi-Wan leads him into the shop selling gummi ship parts. One of the moogles perks up on the other side of the counter.]

Hello, Mogwin.

Obi-Wan! It's good to see you, kupo! I have your order in the back.

[The moogle disappears behind the counter and into a back room, returning shortly with a package that he sets on the counter. Obi-Wan pulls out a pouch of munny to pay for the parts.]

You're lucky your ship didn't take too much damage! [Oh no-- Obi-Wan tries to get him to stop talking with a very disapproving 'be quiet!' look but...] It might be good for my business, kupo, but don't crash your ship again!

[Obi-Wan bit back another dismayed groan. Not in front of his Master! He is an excellent pilot-- it's just that these blasted ships had very unreliable fuel!]

Thank you. I'll be more careful. Take care.

[And now he's going to grab that package and hurry outside. You heard nothing, Qui-Gon. He just wants to go back to his ship and head home!]

[Although Qui-Gon allowed some space for his pupil to do his transaction in peace, he couldn't help but over hear the conversation between the two. He curiously watch the other return, a slight grin across his lips.]

And what was that about, Obi-Wan?

[By now, Obi-Wan knows it's a rare occasion to slip anything past his master and he really should warn him about the way these ships operate, but he's not exactly pleased with himself over this. He should have been more focused. His normal disappointment in himself, however, is eased by the small grin on Qui-Gon's face. He's missed seeing him more than anything and he can't help but appreciate a smile.]

The ships here run on impractical resources, Master. [He still makes a face as he says this, though.] It's not ordinary fuel. They're somehow run on smiles and happy thoughts, of all things.

[He's sure Qui-Gon can gather what caused the crash from that information.]

[The Jedi Master certainly put one and one together. He put his arms on his hips.]

What has been clouding your mind?

[He opens his mouth to speak, then hesitates, debating whether or not to tell him the whole truth or just part of it. Part of him wants to ask for his advice, but the rest doesn't want to burden him with the weight of the future, especially so soon after he's arrived. He doesn't want to tell him that he's seen him die, or that the boy he has so much faith in turns into a Sith Lord.]

There was an invasion by the darkness just before you arrived. A lot of people were hurt. I was disappointed that I hadn't been able to do more to protect them.

[It wasn't a lie, at least.]

[Qui-Gon knew his apprentice well and, just as he could not ingore his heart, Obi-Wan suffered the same problem. He felt and he worried. It was human. It was normal. He moved a little closer, his voice low.]

Although it is our duty to protect the innocent from the unjust, we can not save everyone. Do not take the burdens of the world on your shoulders alone, padawan. Regrets darken the heart and cloud our judgment.

[Even knowing Qui-Gon meant those words for the problem he had told him, Obi-Wan took them towards his visions and the future as well. Perhaps he could still seek counsel without telling too much. In spite of himself, that thought made him start towards Qui-Gon, a deep-rooted fear in his eyes.]

But what if you're the only one who could do something? And if you don't and you knew it would mean... very terrible things... what then?

You must always be mindful of the living force, it is forever in motion. What its will is and what fate it brings upon us all we cannot change. We must respect it and allow it to flow freely.

Now, if a matter presents itself where the force offers you enlightenment and a chance, then there is no reason why you cannot prevent something. But what are these terrible things?

[An answer Obi-Wan had expected in part, perhaps, but hearing it from Qui-Gon himself reinforces his determination. He believes those visions were given to him to help him bring change. Every padawan has received lectures on simply making things worse by trying to force issues seen through visions, but he's never been adept when it came to prophetic dreams. Why see them now if not to make a difference?

He doesn't relax entirely, but he's less on edge when he nods in understanding and turns back towards direction of the gummi ship docks.]

It was a hypothetical question, Master. Something that I've been mulling over for a while, that's all.

Are you ready to leave here?

As you wish. Lead the way.

[But he is going to keep a close watch on you, Obi-Wan.]

[Careful not to show his relief, Obi-Wan starts walking again and leading Qui-Gon out towards the docks. He gestures to his ship with his free hand, a little proud in spite of the small marks and dings he hasn't gotten around to fixing yet.]

Here it is. [His pride and joy!] It's not all that different from a real ship aside from what they're made of. A little less complicated than ours, but the same concept. [He steps inside, setting the package in a secure spot. He can work on the ship later when he has time.] I can show you all that once you're settled, if you like.

[He settles to the pilot seat.] Any questions before we blast off? [In spite of himself, there's a little grin on his face when he looks over at Qui-Gon. He might be enjoying getting to teach for once a little much.]

Rest assured, I will be expecting it. [And he's... going to get on the ship.]

You said this ships fuel is good thoughts and what else?

[Obi-Wan puts on a potentially goofy smile to answer his question and points at it; he's finding it significantly easier to smile and joke this time around. Then without wasting another minute, he turns back 'round and starts up the ship. After a thankfully uneventful trip, they're soon at Twilight Town. He knows he can't deter Qui-Gon from wanting to explore the place and the other worlds for long, but for now, he just wants him back home where he knows it's safe.]

Let's go to the house.

[Giving him a choice? Nope. He lugs the package under one arm and already heads that way once they've disembarked.]

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◎ 001 ◎ Qui-Gon Jinn : Video / Traverse Town

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