Anakin POV:

Our day on Naboo has been nothing short of amazing so far. Ever since we left, (y/n) seemed to be acting like her normal, cheerful self today, so I assumed that I was just being paranoid when I heard her talking in her sleep last night. If she says that nothing is wrong, then I trust her.

The very first thing we did was go into town. She practically dragged me over to the market to buy a couple gallons of Karlini tea, which we had to take back to the ship because of how heavy it all was.

"What are you going to do with that much tea?" I asked amusedly as we entered a different part of the town. "I'm going to drink it. Duh." She playfully elbowed me in the stomach. "We'll have so much fun making this back at the Temple tonight."

I swear, she never gets tired of drinking tea. She could probably live off of only having tea for the rest of her life, and I wouldn't even be surprised if it worked.

I elbowed her this time, "I'm sure that's not the only fun we'll have tonight."

After a day like today, I know that she'll be all over me once we get back home. For the first time in a while, everything was normal again. I want to make the best of every single moment and not worry about our lives as Jedi.

Catching onto what I meant, gave me a teasing smile and suddenly smacked my behind, "Only if you're lucky."

I moved to stand in front of her, "I'm Anakin Skywalker," I smiled arrogantly and subtly wrapped my arm around her waist, "I'm always lucky."

I leaned in to kiss her but she grabbed my arm that was wrapped around her and spun out of my grip, pushing my arm into my chest. I blinked in surprise at her action while she scoffed amusedly, and began walking again, "Save that charisma for later. We're not done here yet." She tilted her head in another direction, a stretch of land outside of the town that consisted of a large meadow and a glittering lake layered with waterfalls that was surrounded by it.

My eyes went wide as I walked quickly to match her pace. I completely forgot about this part of Naboo. The meadows were a popular place for people to hang out, have picnics, or even just to explore nature. This was an absolutely perfect way to spend our day here, and we could probably go to the jewelry shop after this. There's a specific piece I want to get for her, because it compliments her love for space and astronomy. I know I'm a sap but I'm also confident that she'll love it.

She ran far ahead of me into the tall, lush green grass and instantly flopped down into it on her stomach. I laughed and ran over to try to find her. Since the grass was so tall, I couldn't see her body from a longer distance.

I looked around once I was practically engulfed in the soft grass. For a second none of this seemed real, the water and the grass were so bright and colorful compared to the more dull colors we see on Coruscant. I breathed out a breath I was holding in, and probably looked like a clueless idiot from the way I was just spinning around and admiring the view.

As I kept walking further towards the lake, my foot was suddenly hooked by something which caused me to trip forwards. The soft grass broke my fall and I looked beside me to see (y/n) giggling at my stunned reaction. I began laughing too, and then the look in her eyes changed. Not in a bad way, but as if she was just admiring me with all of her heart, like I would disappear at any moment. It made my heart flip multiple times, especially when she reached her arm over and cupped my cheek, "I love you, you know that?" She asked softly.

I grabbed her hand and kissed it, "Of course, just as I love you." And for a while we just stayed there in the grass laughing, kissing, holding each other, and just talking about anything and everything.

Obi-Wan POV:

Of all my most stressful moments in my life, this moment right now would have to be in the top ten.

I was pacing outside of Master Yoda's quarters, debating whether I should go in, or try contacting (y/n) and Anakin again. As I unfortunately suspected, they didn't answer their comms the first five times I attempted to reach them.

I don't exactly blame them for not answering, it is supposed to be a 'day off', after all.

But I need to do something before a possible disaster happens. The main issue is that, the Council believes the two of them are on a fuel run, so I can't think of a good way to explain that they're really in Naboo. But I have to at least tell Yoda about what's going on, because I have a bad feeling in the pit of my stomach; something is going to happen today, and it won't be good.

Just then, I decided what to do. I'm going to do something that will most definitely have uncertain consequences, but those don't matter now. What matters is the safety of (y/n) and Anakin, as well as the citizens of Naboo.

I sighed one last time to release what was left of my pent up anxiety, and pushed the proper buttons to open Yoda's door without a second thought.

Unsurprisingly, he was sitting cross-legged on his meditation mat, looking like he was expecting me. He smiled and nodded once, "About time you came in, it is." He looked amused as he spoke, so me must've sensed my pacing outside of his door.

I chuckled awkwardly and brought my hands together, prepared to say something that I never thought I'd be telling him. Suddenly I became aware that I hadn't the slightest idea of how I would start this conversation, so when I opened my mouth, nothing came out.

A couple moments had passed of me simply standing there like that, probably looking like a complete pillock.

He then giggled suddenly, which startled me out of my conflicted trance, "Have much to say, do you?"

I smiled uncertainly, "It appears so. I'm not quite sure how to say what I'm about to say in a way that doesn't cause distress, but I don't believe that's possible."

I sighed and just decided to be blunt, "I'll start by saying that (y/n) and Anakin aren't getting fuel, they're in Naboo taking the day off, I think." I knew why they were there, obviously, but I wanted to ease into that part.

To my surprise, when I looked back to meet Yoda's eyes, I saw that he was still smiling. Why isn't he upset that I lied to him; to the Council?

"A beautiful day to go to Naboo, it is." He commented, nodding his head up and down.

Puzzled at his unexpected reaction, I rose an eyebrow. What do I say to that? I began to wonder if this was merely a trick and he was secretly angry, but I reminded myself that Yoda doesn't act that way. So somehow, this was very much real.

"Yes...it is, I suppose." I spoke slowly, not removing my eyes from his. I narrowed my eyes slightly as I studied his unchanging, content features.

I then shook my head and continued, "I came to talk to you because I instructed (y/n) to search for a bracelet in a specific jewelry shop—a talisman, that is said to grant unique powers to a force user that wields it properly. The problem is that if she touches it without gloves o-or any protective cloth," I was beginning to stammer, as fear rose in my chest, "it may cause an explosive surge. This surge will stem from the result of two very powerful forces coming in contact with each other."

Everything I was telling him was information I learned just this morning, so half of it may not even be correct.

I spoke quickly, not caring if my nervousness was palpable to him. His expression finally turned serious after I finished my explanation. "Know about this, why did I not?" He asked sternly.

I sighed and wiped my hair out of my eyes, "I was planning on telling you when they return to Coruscant. But I only learned of how dangerous that bracelet is after they left. I've tried contacting them but I believe they aren't wearing their comms."

I froze after I revealed that last part, and looked back down at Yoda to see his reaction. He must be confused as to why they would have their comms off and away.

But once again, I was utterly shocked that his expression didn't change. It was as if he didn't even hear that last part, and was only focusing on the fact that I failed to mention the talisman to him before (y/n) and Anakin left.

He stood up, grabbing his cane, and walked towards me, "Go to Naboo we must. Help, they may need." He stopped when he was right in front of me, and tilted his head curiously. Still perplexed, I didn't move or say anything. Then he suddenly beckoned me to lean down.

I crouched to get to his level, thinking he was going to tell me a secret or something private. But instead, I felt something quickly hit the top of my head. I blinked and reeled back up to my regular standing position, to see that he was holding his cane up.

I rubbed the top of my head, "What the devil was that for?"

He shrugged and walked past me, "Told me about this earlier, you should have. For now, however, finding them, our first priority is. Before it's too late, we must get there."

I sighed, deciding to question his strange attitude later. I don't understand why he isn't questioning why (y/n) and Anakin are even on Naboo in the first place. It's one thing for them to leave the Temple without permission or telling the Council, but surely this entire thing seems skeptical to him?

I'd have to find out later, but for now he's right, we need to get to them as soon as possible before (y/n) gets the bracelet.

(y/n) POV:

It was evening, and the Naboo sky began to darken as the three moons appeared above Anakin and I. Today was amazing, far better than I felt I deserved. It was weird, the more fun the day got, the more guilty I began to feel. That doesn't mean I didn't have fun, it's just half of the time I was occupied thinking of the talisman, what it would do when I use it, and how dangerous it is.

I felt so selfish for not giving Anakin my full, undivided attention, especially when this day is supposed to be about us. Thankfully, he seemed to be having too much fun splashing in the water to notice, so no difficult questions were asked.

I had subtly convinced him to take me to the jewelry store, which he surprisingly seemed more than happy to do, so we're heading back into town now.

Anakin grabbed my hand and laced our fingers together, making my heart flutter from the simple gesture. "I'm glad you want to go to the jewelry shop, because I wanted to take you there anyways. There's something specific in stock that I know you'll love." He smirked and gently gripped my chin with his gloved hand, pulling me in for a quick kiss since we were still walking, and had to watch where we were going.

We pulled away and as we approached the shop, the guilt in my chest suddenly reached its pinnacle. I had this feeling, like a push from the force, that was telling me that I should tell Anakin about what the Council's plans are for me. I know I'm supposed to keep this from him for now, but now I know that I just can't. I don't want there to be secrets like this between us. And we already promised to tell each other everything, so I want to live up to that promise.

I don't know how he'll react, but he needs to realize that it's my decision to try and find the Sith, no matter the cost that may come from it.

"Wait out here." He grinned playfully and went inside of the shop, leaving me to wait outside.

I thought about how I would tell him, and what he would say. I took a deep breath; maybe I'm overreacting, and he'll take it just fine. Or not, and he'll completely flip out and never want to be with me again.

Okay, that's overdramatic, but I was genuinely worried for what he'd say when I tell him. He knows that tapping into the dark side is so dangerous, he's seen what it's done to me. But he also knows how much pain and turmoil the Sith have caused for us and the rest of the world. If he were given this opportunity to make a change in the galaxy, I know he would take it.

Anakin returned back outside shortly, and was holding both of his hands behind his back. I chuckled, "What do you have there?"

He stopped moving until he was right in front of me, "Oh nothing." He joked with a shrug.

I shook my head in amusement and then turned my expression into one of seriousness, "Anakin, there's something I have to tell you."

He interrupted me before I could continue, "Wait, can you put this on first?" He then moved his gloved hand out from behind his back, and revealed something that practically made my jaw drop to the ground.

If you'd believe it, he was holding a perfectly polished silver bracelet, with a glittering crescent moon in the center. Exactly how Obi-Wan had described the talisman. I didn't know what to say, my eyes stayed wide as I looked at the bracelet in awe and confusion.

Anakin chuckled, "I know how much you love space, the stars, and astronomy. This seemed like the perfect gift for you. Do you like it?" His arrogant mask fell and was replaced with a more shy one, as he waited for my response.

I remembered clearly what Obi-Wan said about force users being pulled towards this object, and now I knew exactly what he meant. I nodded at Anakin's question, but didn't take my eyes off of the bracelet. It was so beautiful, I didn't know why, but it was more gorgeous than any other jewelry I'd ever seen. Maybe that's just the affect it has on me, but all that matters now is that I've actually found it. I've found what could help me in my upcoming challenge.

I reached my hand out to take the bracelet from Anakin's gloved hand, and as my hand got closer, the pull became more powerful. It was as if I could feel the power of the talisman even though I wasn't touching it.

Because of how enchanted I was by this bracelet, I wasn't ready at all for what happened next.

The second I grabbed it, I saw a bright light shine from where it laid in my hand. My body itself stayed still, but everything else around me suddenly wasn't in the same place anymore. My ears rung; even though my body was unmoving, I felt an abundance of electric shocks and pulses in every nerve of my being. And I couldn't hear anything for a few moments, so I looked back down at the bracelet. It was still so bright, and hot. Is it on fire? Am I on fire?

My bones felt like they were burning, like sparks were going off repeatedly, and I oddly felt so sick too. I needed to hurl but nothing was happening. I don't remember having any symptoms of a cold or fever before this moment, so I only became more confused. I didn't know what was real and what was happening just in my mind anymore. My vision and hearing weren't right and my body was shaking uncontrollably from the electric pulses.

Finally, I used my brain and dropped the bracelet to the ground, earning a soft thud from it.

It was then that my senses came back to me and I heard and saw the uproar surrounding me. People everywhere were freaking out, running around, and tending to the now broken building and markets. Others were laying on the ground, some bloody from how they landed, and others beginning to stand again.

I looked at the still spotless, shiny bracelet on the ground in bewilderment. Did this cause all of that? Or, whatever happened just now? That was so strange, I couldn't explain any of what was going on right now.

Anakin.

All the weird feelings from the talisman fully disappeared, as I frantically searched for Anakin. He was gone from his previous spot in front of me. I then wondered, how long was I in that trance? How long have these people around me been bustling about, trying to repair what's left of their shops and of each other?

Then as I scanned the terrain, I saw him. Through the crowd of confused and scared citizens, Anakin's body was lying unconscious in a corner. I knew he was unconscious because his force signature was weak, which caused fear to spike in my chest. I rushed over, tears unwillingly pricking at my glossy eyes.

"Anakin? Anakin, wake up. Please." My voice cracked as I lifted his head onto my lap. He was unresponsive.

I didn't want to assume the worst, there's no way. I didn't see what happened during that explosion-like moment, but there's no way it was that lethal.

Well, it did knock over all these shops and blow away all those other people...

I shook that thought from my head, stroking his hair comfortingly even though he wasn't awake. My tears fell, "Anakin I'm sorry. This wasn't supposed to happen, I ruined your perfect day..." I couldn't talk anymore because my words turned into sobs.

I prayed silently to the force for him to be okay, for him to wake up soon and be perfectly healthy. He's going to be alright, he has to be.

(a/n): Hope you guys liked this chapter!💗 I'm sorry it was a bit late, life's gotten so busy with the end of school approaching, so I'm trying to balance that with writing and reading on here. But anyways, I'm excited for my plans for this book😌