Sight on Geonosis

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Chancellor Palpatine steepled his fingers and gazed at you with a measured expression. The weight of the galaxy's fate seemed to rest upon his shoulders. After a moment of thoughtful silence, he finally spoke.

"Your offer is indeed intriguing, Lord (S/N)," he said, his voice carrying the gravitas of his office. "The upcoming battle on Geonosis is of paramount importance to the Republic. The threat posed by the Confederacy must be addressed decisively. Your support, both in troops and supplies, would be a welcome addition to our forces."

Chancellor Palpatine continued, "However, I must express my concerns. The Senate and the Jedi Council have their reservations, as you've witnessed. We must ensure that your intentions are indeed aligned with the Republic's best interests. Can you provide any guarantees that Nathema's involvement will not come with ulterior motives or hidden agendas?"

You nodded, understanding the Chancellor's concerns. "I can assure you, Chancellor, that Nathema's only motive is to help maintain the balance of power in the galaxy and ensure its stability. We have no hidden agendas, and our primary goal is to see the Republic succeed in this critical battle."

Senator Organa chimed in, "Chancellor, if I may, I've had the privilege of working with Lord (S/N) on various matters. His commitment to peace and stability in the galaxy has always been unwavering. I believe we can trust in his intentions."

Chancellor Palpatine nodded, clearly influenced by Senator Organa's endorsement. "Very well, Lord (S/N), we shall accept your offer of support. I will inform the Senate, and we will coordinate our efforts with Nathema to ensure a successful campaign on Geonosis. Please escort our friend to the Jedi temple where he will be provided with further details on this mission." The Chancellor than added, while turning to Luminara and her Padawan.

Both of them responded with a respectful bow and then headed out of the office alongside you and Senator Organa.

"That went smoother than I anticipated." Bail remarked surprised.

"Let's not celebrate too early, my friend, the Chancellor maybe having something in the back of his mind that we do not know about yet." you replied cautiously.

"The Chancellor would never do something that would harm the Republic." Senator Organa responded.

"Senator, if you could kindly allow us to take our leave. Lord (S/N) and I must promptly return to the temple." Luminara reminds the two of you.

"Ah I forgot, please excuse me for keeping you tied up here unnecessarily." the Senator apologises, "Master Jedi, Lord (S/N), please be safe on your way."

You bid each other farewell with a slight nod of respect and then head back to the Jedi temple. Arriving at your destination you take a moment to once again muster the imposing entrance of the jedi temple here on Coruscant. The temple's architecture was a blend of elegant simplicity and timeless grace. It rose high into the sky, its smooth, ivory-coloured spires reaching toward the heavens. The temple was surrounded by lush gardens and serene meditation areas, providing a stark contrast to the noise and chaos of the urban landscape that sprawled beyond its boundaries.

The entrance to the Jedi Temple was a massive, ornate doorway framed by towering pillars. The design was both majestic and humble, reflecting the Jedi Order's commitment to peace and knowledge. The doors were made of solid, aged durasteel, intricately etched with ancient symbols and motifs that had been passed down through generations of Jedi.

Two statues flanked the entrance, each depicting a serene Jedi knight in deep meditation, their robes flowing gracefully around them. The figures exuded an aura of tranquillity and wisdom, serving as a reminder of the Jedi's dedication to harmony and understanding in a galaxy torn by conflict.

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