『Freedom Day Celebration』

The next day, Gungans played their instruments without end, crowds cheered in the streets of every City on the Planet of Naboo. For the first time in a long time, no longer separated by Xenophobia and Prejudice between the two native peoples, the Planet was United as One.

It was a celebration of triumph and victory of one common enemy and the rise of another. The Sith have emerged from this plot, and as so, the Jedi Order's High Council attended the event.

With his hair fashionably cut short, Anakin Skywalker stood between Qui Gon Jin and Obiwan Kenobi. Behind them was the rest of the Jedi Council, including its Grand Master Yoda.

Ento and Dooku were assigned to Naboo as both bodyguards and Advisors to the current reigning Queen, Padmé Amidala.

Ento gazed upon the crowd as he stood by Dooku, who were positioned almost directly to the side and behind Queen Amidala. The Noble Houses, the Queen's Council, stood ahead of them. One of them holding some sort of shining ball in their hands.

From what he remembered from the security plans and the roles being played, she was going to offer that item to the nearby Ankura leader of the Gungans.

His eyes traced over the Queen however, as she was dressed in a large frilly pink dress. He could hardly recognize her petite form under all of the layers of pink. Pursing his lips, he then turned his head to look towards Vaylin who was wearing new a set of clothes.

Vaylin was wearing a double breasted bluish off-black sleeveless tunic with a mandarin collar, with a black turtleneck underneath, and a pair of darker black trousers along with shin high leather boots.

It wasn't much different from her last set of clothes other than the fact that her tattoos were covered up, though they had been rather mesmerizing at first glance.

"Looks like you're having fun," Ento quipped, though he could barely hear his own voice over the crowds themselves. He could even hear his own thoughts correctly either, but he was slowly able to tune them out, using the force to selectively hear certain sounds and people.

Vaylin nodded lightly as she stood there in a loose posture, letting herself sway side to side a bit. She like the feeling of the warm air tickle the top of her shaven head. Though she missed her blonde hair, she seemed to be enjoying herself.

The Jedi Council however eyed her from behind, unlike Dooku, most of the members immediately judged her from the look of her eyes. Much like Windu had back on Coruscant, even when they already 'knew' of her from Dooku's false story.

The fact that she was a target that could be easily tempted by the darkside, or even her emotions, made her an individual the Jedi would like to keep close watch over... If not straight up lock her away.

Because of this, they had no problem keeping her secluded here with the Jedi Master Dooku and his newly christened Apprentice. Perhaps he could redeem her and forgo the scarring that had already taken its place within her eyes.

Though it was already clear her original eye color was slowly beginning to return, which were notably blue, her once blonde hair would forever be brown due to her experience.

Vaylin was not ignorant to their gaze, but she didn't return it. This was not out of fear, though she did feel great dread over the idea of being locked away once more.

The two then looked to the sky as confetti filled their sight. There was little to no negativity around them, other than those who were bitter with loss.

Other than the Grand Arena, Ento had never seen such a large celebration. He was seen as a hero, as were the other Jedi who were attending. While part of him doubted the Trade Federation would suffer great losses from this episode, he knew they'd be served Justice in the meantime.

As Ento turned his head and looked to Padmé, the Queen of the Naboo People, he froze seeing her smile deeply having handed the ball of the Gungan known as Rugar Nass, the Boss of the Gungan People of Naboo.

He returned the smile warmly.

Padmé's eyes then traveled to Vaylin, sharing a softer smile before looking to the people of Naboo. Their cheers would pick up as their leader placed her attention on them.

Still the sounds of this world were loud and obnoxious. There was no telling how long the celebration was going to last. The only thing anyone could tell was that there was fireworks in the air, ships flying overhead doing aerial acrobatics, so there was no war here today.

Ento was rather surprised at the turn of events, how fast the preparations had been done and how quickly everyone had arrived. If only the efficiency of their defenses were as good as this. The festivities would go on and on, food and drink, games and shops... There was so much going on at once.

Hours would've gone by and eventually Dooku, Vaylin and Ento were lead into the Palace.

"Your Majesty," Panaka the head of Security walked alongside the Queen as they walked through the long corridors of the Palace. "I doubt the Trade Federation is finished with us, once the Viceroy walks free, it is likely they will hold a vendetta against the Naboo. I suggest we build-up our mil--"

"Captain, I will not militarize my people or condone an action that will open a gateway that may lead my people to war." Padmé was rather clear on this, she was a die hard pacifist, though that didn't stop her from weilding a pistol to fight an enemy who she would've otherwise lost against.

Quarsh frowned and nodded, "As you wish your Majesty."

Ento and Vaylin both rested their eyes on Panaka, both of them agreed with the Head of Security. Though Padmé was stubborn and stuck in her ways.

As a Jedi currently, it wouldn't be prudent or wise to sweet talk her into submission, especially due to her position as Queen. Jedi were not to get politically involved, unless asked to by the senate or another governing body. At least those were one of the general rules that came along with serving the Republic as a Jedi.

Plus he doubted that the Jedi themselves would approve of an increase in military presence on the planet of Naboo. Many of its inhabitants still hold prejudice against the Gungans and it could lead to a planetary Civil War.

It would only be more work for the Jedi.

Padmé turned her head and looked towards the Two Jedi who were being lead behind her. "Ento, Vaylin, Master Dooku. I have arranged for you three to stay at the Lake Retreat belonging to my family. Later tonight, I will bring you all there personally."

Hearing the Queen's decree, the two Jedi and Vaylin shallowly bowed their heads in acknowledgement of her words. "As you say your Majesty."

Ento wasn't really liking the etiquette that followed her being Queen, though at the same time he didn't originate from a world with a Monarchy. Tatooine was majorly lawless in most parts, even some of the starports were dangerous and unregulated by the Cartels and Crime Syndicates present there.

At the same time, he could only imagine himself holding the title of King or Emperor. Having subjects bow before him, ruling with a righteous fist. Being the symbol of change, it felt like something he'd want to become, especially after seeing what a mess the Senate of the Republic was.

They were ready to turn their backs on the Naboo, and even threatened to eat away at them like vultures alongside the Trade Federation. It was sickening, so very sickening...

"For the time being, you may take to the festivities, or perhaps relax here in the Palace. You must all be exhausted," Padmé wore a warm smile across her lips again, this was a joyous occasion and it was blatantly obvious she wanted others to know it.

The three then watched as the Queen and her entourage continued down the corridor, leaving the two teens and venerable Jedi Master behind.

"So what do you want to do?" Vaylin asked as she turned her head to Ento.

Ento turned his head and looked towards Dooku, "We can begin training tonight once we're situated, right Master?"

Dooku's dark eyes traced over his young padawan's face and dipped his head once, "I suppose... But don't come back smelling like a wookie."

"You mean... Don't jump into the Theed water ways?" Ento puckered his lips a bit sourly.

Dooku though holding a stony expression, had joked. "Precisely my young apprentice, you learn quickly. For the time being, I will meditate with Master Jin, he has invited me to play a game of Dejarik."

Both Vaylin and Ento stared at Dooku as he referred to the game of Dejarik being used as a Meditative tool. In a way they could understand, but they hardly took the idea seriously, let alone expected the venerable Jedi Masters to use the game in such a way.

Dooku furrowed his brows, "Now get." He shooed his hand towards the two, "There is much we will be learning tonight at the retreat. So enjoy yourselves, may the force be with you..."