Arms trough the galaxy

Now in my office I await the arrival of my guest and of course my lunch. And not much later they enter my office, the false queen, the handmaiden, the jedis and the chief of security of the queen, Ithink his name was Panaka or something like that. This silent stalemate was ended as the false queen spoke.

"I hope that this developement was but a misunderstanding on your part. Currently we found ourselves in need of repairs to continue our diplomatic mission in Corusant, the price is irrelevant, we would of course pay in republic credits"

"I think that you have misunderstood. No this was not a misunderstanding and you are in much more than mere repairs, if I guess right. If my calculations and informants are right, then you are the Queen of Naboo, currently hunted by the Trade Federation and for a hefty price at that which can only mean that they need you alive to negotiate. We also have to understand the Republic position's and most likely how it would play. First let's look at the facts and not the speculations. You have fled your own planet inhopes that the Republic will change the situation, which from an outside perspective seems impossible as well as unlikely, but this does not mean that others won't benefit from it. Currently you are here, in Tatooine, a planet know for being full of outlaws, pirates and contrabandist, and in need of hyperdrive generator for the ship's T-14 Hyperdrive, and in route to Mos Espa, a neutral ground to the two main powers in the planet, that being Jabba the Hutt and yours truly. Here I am, with a host of men armed at my service and the Queen in front of me, should I truly help you fullfil your objectives or merely hand you over to the Trade Federation for the reward. Please convince me"

Padmé Amidala, her face partially hidden by her handmaiden's guise, straightened, her poise unwavering despite the threat. Qui-Gon Jinn stepped forward, calm yet commanding, his eyes fixed on the speaker.

"You may indeed have the means to gain wealth or favor from the Trade Federation, but you overlook the greater opportunity here. You hold in your hands the chance to shape the future of a system, one where the Trade Federation does not control every free being in the galaxy. By aiding us, you ally yourself with freedom, not oppression"

"Ah, Master Qui-Gon Jinn always the pragmatic and chivalrious one for the Order, but I'm afraid that you will have to try harder than that if you wish for my assistance, and as our reputation says, we never back on our contracts"

Padmé spoke this time, her voice steady and firm. "You claim neutrality in this conflict, yet you're aware of the consequences of handing the Queen over. The Federation's power will extend, and they will not stop until every neutral ground, including Tatooine, is under their thumb. Help us, and we can ensure that you and your people maintain your independence. Align with the Federation, and you gamble on their promises, promises they have no intention of keeping."

After hearing this, I rose up from my seat which made everyone present tense themselves and waiting for any move that meant hostility. I slowly walk toward the handmaiden and gently whisper in her ear.

"Bold words from a queen in hiding. But even if I believed you, your resources are stretched thin. You are in no position to guarantee anything."

This comment promp the hidden queen to suddenly rise up from her seat with a face full of fear and hostility. This sudden change made Qui-Gon took a step closer, his hand hovering near his lightsaber, but still trying to be resonable.

 "Then consider this. Should you align with us, you will find a Jedi ally, and our gratitude is not without its value. The Hutts may rule here, but even their power is not immune to the will of the Force."

"Hahahaha. That is true master jedi, the force is an ominious force that acts on itself. You have gamble well jedi, perhaps something usefull could be born from this. My assistant will draw the contract for the Queen and you will come with us toward Mos Espa, where you should be able to find your missing part. Now, who is hungry?"

What follow was a dinner in the biggest restaurant of the city where we sat to enjoy a dinner from my old world, first jamon, or it's equivalent in this galaxy, and for the main dish revuelto de gula y rabo de toro. I think they enjoy it, becouse no one complain about it. But the next morning everyone that was coming to Mos Espa asemble in the parking lot, where a convoy was waiting for us. It consist of four Sherman (short 75mm) tanks, five M3 halftrucks and four jeeps, this show of force shock more than one of them, becouse even tho the equipment looks old and primitive, the result was still something to be amazed with, even more if you see rows upon rows of vehicles and troops in the quarters beside the convoy.

"Well lady and gentleman, I hope that this trip will bring you great benefits, specially after yesteday's deal. For a happy cooperation, and now onwards"

With that the convoy took the road ahead with good rhythm, raising dust wherever he went.