20 YEARS LATER

"Anakin!" Obi-Wan shouted, calling out to a boy who might as well be his son. Well, his "son", much to Obi-Wan's sadness, was no longer just a boy. Rather, the young Anakin Skywalker that Obi-Wan quickly grew attached to all those years ago transformed before his eyes into a dashing twenty-year-old man. Obi-Wan was, of course, proud of Anakin. Sure, he was reckless and a smart mouth, but Anakin was truly a good person. The young man was always helping others before helping himself. But what parents don't miss their child tugging at their sleeves, begging for a bedtime story? Yes, the middle-aged man fondly remembered those days and missed them dearly. However, the fact of life that all parents have to eventually accept is that their child will not stay young forever. And as Obi-Wan saw the curtain to their hut swing aside, revealing a grown Anakin, he couldn't help but finally accept that fact.

"What do you need, Obi-Wan?" Anakin asked, setting down a part he was repairing. Obi-Wan's eyes glanced over to the part Anakin was working on. His mechanical skills helped them both greatly in the monetary department, but he agreed with the council, it was time.

"Anakin, you've grown up." Obi-Wan started, "And I am very proud of you, both in the area of mechanics and in your training as a Jedi. I couldn't have trained a better apprentice." Anakin was taken aback by this praise, surprised that he didn't get Obi-Wan's usual nagging. He raised a brow, vaguely wondering what favor Obi-Wan needed.

"I swear if he needs to be clean the ventilator shaft again-."

"Thank you." He murmured skeptically, staring at the dusty floor below.

"But, I believe now it is time to put your mechanical job behind you."

"W-what?" Anakin blurted, shocked at his master's statement. "What do you mean? I love what I do, I'm not just going to 'leave it behind'!" Red slithered upon Anakin's face as his temper began to rise.

"I can't believe-"

"You are being promoted." Obi-Wan stated with a smile sneaking upon his face.

"Promoted?" The younger Jedi instantly sobered and echoed his master's words with furrowed brows, "Promoted to what?"

"The Council of the Jedi Guild has decided to promote you a higher ranking in our order."

Anakin's eyes widened, unsure of what to say. The Council actually wanted to promote him? It was a concept hard for Anakin to grasp. He recalled himself being before the council multiple times for his unorthodox methods- Mace Windu's eyes stabbing his very soul. And because the Council treated him with extra scrutiny, the man was unsure if he, Anakin Skywalker, the arrogant misfit, deserved this promotion. However, he couldn't refuse as Obi-Wan grinned at the set of instructions he was going to give the young man.

"To a- to a knight?" Anakin breathed, talking mainly to himself. He then looked up to Obi-Wan, his electric blue eyes growing at the surprise.

"Anakin, please get on one knee." The older man commanded and Anakin obeyed, still in partial disbelief.

"This is really happening."

He bowed his head low to the ground and his ears registered the familiar ignition of Obi-Wan's lightsaber. Excitement tingled up Anakin's spine as Obi-Wan lowered his saber near his apprentice's shoulder.

"Anakin Skywalker, do you solemnly swear- no matter what happens- that you will be loyal to the Jedi Guild and help all others above yourself?"

"I do." Anakin stated firmly.

"And do you, Anakin Skywalker, understand the restrictions that are placed on force users for safety from both the government and from its citizens?"

"I do."

"Anakin Skywalker, do you solemnly swear to follow the Council's codes and laws? This includes no dangerous attachments- meaning creating relationships with the enemy, attachment to death sticks, etcetera. Do you understand this?"

"I do."

"And finally," Obi-Wan said, "Do you believe you have earned the title the masters bestow upon you, Jedi Knight?"

"I do." The kneeling Jedi answered. Obi-Wan grinned and moved his azure saber to Anakin's other shoulder.

"I now pronounce you: Jedi Knight Anakin Skywalker." The Jedi master recalled his saber and placed his calloused hands on Anakin's shoulders.

"Rise, Anakin. I now officially welcome you to the guild of Jedi." Anakin raised his eyes in gratitude and arose from the floor.

"Thank you, Obi-Wan. I never told you how thankful I am for everything you have done for me. Especially your training and your guidance. You are like the father I never had."

Obi-Wan chuckled, a bit surprised at Anakin's gracious attitude.

"I did a pretty good job, didn't I?" He quipped and Anakin rolled his eyes playfully.

"Yeah, that's why I'm so good in combat."

"Oh most definitely, I believe that when we fight the ever growing sith guild you will be the Jedi's pride and joy!" Obi-Wan exclaimed, sarcasm dripping from his voice. Anakin shook his head as a rumbling laughter exited his lungs.

"I look forward to it." He smirked.

His father figure's grin faltered some but continued to reflect some happiness.

"You know... that's not the only reason you have amazing power, Anakin."

The Chosen One.

That title fluttered through Anakin's mind. If he were honest with himself, that moniker tacked onto his name frightened him. Something that had been with him, niggling at the back of his mind since the beginning of his training. He was supposed to bring balance to the force, yet no one knew how.

"Anakin-?" Obi-Wan snapped the young man out of his reverie. Anakin jolted slightly and raised his eyes to face his former master.

"Yeah, yeah, I know...the Chosen One." He muttered and retreated back into his thoughts.

"So much for that title since the force is outlawed." Anakin thought grimly.

So much was expected of him, even more now that he was a higher rank. It was daunting, the idea that he was supposed to make such a difference. Anakin normally pushed this notion to the back of his mind but now...

Now the significance of it, The Chosen One, was slowly creeping closer. However, against his better will, he forced his thoughts to retreat to the back of his conscience...

For now.

Hey guys!  Sorry it's short but I hope you liked Chapter one!  I know things are kinda confused right now but trust me, everything will be explained.  Huge shoutout to shanSWfan for giving me so much support and love for this story!  This story hasn't got a lot of reads yet but I am glad that all of you are reading this! :) Love you guys!