Chapter 75

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AUTHORS NOTE:

Hello everybody. No; I'm not dead and nothing is abandoned. For those interested I have begun a new story which ties in with this one called Naruto: Privateer: A Lunar Eclipse Side Story. Hopefully people will enjoy it. Essentially it is a spinoff of this story that takes place during the Star Wars movies. Anyway; this and the next couple of installments of Lunar Eclipse mainly focus on wrapping things up on Brentelliix so we can move on to the next arc of the story. Here is chapter 75. Enjoy!

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Brentelliix System, Planet Brentelliix, Izar Shamshir's home

Ino spent the entire weekend shacked up with Izar against her better judgment. The blonde haired, blue eyed kunoichi really didn't know what had come over her. The Jedi Master was equally baffled as there pair was totally enamored with each other. She sighed as she laid in bed with her lover and said; "It's like we've known each other forever Izar."

Izar replied, "I know….I can't believe all these things happened so fast…." He had reluctantly showed Ino a picture of Lylia the day before but the blonde took it better than he expected.

She mused, 'I wonder if a small part of me isn't Lylia. It seems so natural to be with him….Reincarnation has happened before after all….' Ino said, "Come with me Izar. I want you. You need to learn about chakra and so does Ragnar….You can't live like a hermit up in the hills forever."

He gasped when Ino used Lylia's very words. Blinking back the tears; the Jedi Master looked deeply into Ino's blue eyes and saw the pure love she had for him in them. But the intensity was enough to burn his soul. He kissed her deeply and said, "I….I can't let you go Ino. Let me talk to Ragnar's parents. I'm his guardian but I can't just run off into space with him and not ask them…."

Ino smiled warmly and said, "I'm sure they'll understand it's for the best…."

….

Planet Sullust, Sorosuub Headquarters

Danzo was in touch with the Kaminoan representative Kon Tei who was negotiating a possible contract for a Mandalorian Army. Tei explained, "It will take at least five years to grow a viable army for you Lord Shimura. That's assuming you get us a good cross section of genetic samples of course. Then there is the matter of payment of course…."

"I assure you that money is no object Representative Tei." said Danzo. I am backed by SoroSuub's vast wealth and can transfer the credits as soon as we negotiate a contract. "I presume you would need a down payment to construct the initial cloning facilities?"

"Ah; I see you understand things well Lord Danzo." replied Tei. "How big of an Army are we talking about?"

The ROOT Commander narrowed his eyes ever so slightly and said, "That all depends on the quality of your work. Let's start with 1,000 troops. If I'm satisfied we will expand from there."

Tei smiled humbly and said, "Our reputation for excellence with our products is widely known. Given the nature of a purely stealth based shadow army I can understand your trepidation though. A small number of highly specialized troops would be far superior to masses of regular army troopers. In short, you are aiming for quality over quantity, yes?"

Danzo nodded. "I believe we are speaking the same language Representative. I hope this will be a profitable venture for both of us."

"As do I, Lord Danzo." replied Tei. "As do I…."

….

Chapter 75

Brentelliix System, Planet Brentelliix, Geisterhauf

Konohamaru and Hanabi were escorting their niece Sheena down to the Jedi Temple from Geisterhauf Castle where the redhead was to receive an award for her part in the rescue of Lord Tyr Shamshir from the Zoloe cave. Also being honored were padawan learners Kali Kirova, Coren Shamshir and Gunnar Landsdale. Merit awards were uncommon at the Jedi Temple and giving one to an outsider like Sheena was virtually unheard of and considered a great honor. All three members of the Ninja branch felt a bit tense as they entered the Temple. Sheena said, "Uncle Kono, Aunt Hanabi; my instincts are screaming at me there is going to be a battle."

Hanabi chuckled and replied, "We feel it too Sheena-chan. That's why we wore black combat gear instead of ceremonial robes. I'll bet that's why you're in combat gear too, isn't it?"

Seeing his niece nod; Konohamaru grinned and said, "You're getting excellent instincts Sheena-chan. You are becoming quite the little kunoichi."

Sheena smiled shyly and said, "I have good teachers…."

….

Jedi Temple

The ceremony was much larger than the three ninjas expected. It was hosted by the Temple Master Dolo Shamshir. All the padawan learners and younglings from the temple and many parents were attending as well. A few members of the Outside Branch Honor Guard were in attendance. Kali Kirova was there in her dress robes with her Mother and Father in their military dress uniforms from the monitor Dictator that was orbiting above. Kali smiled widely and waved at Sheena to come over and stand with her, Gunnar and Coren who were also in their dress robes. The Uzumaki heir smiled softly at Kali's antics and led Konohamaru and Hanabi over to stand with the others.

It wasn't long before the Jedi Temple Masters filed in and the group recited the Brentalliix Military Battle Hymn in its full length which the three Ninja Branch Members did not know and were discussing in ANBU hand signs.

Konohmaru's face remained impassive but he was confused. ["Why are they talking about birds of prey?"]

["It's the Brentelliix Military Battle Hymn Uncle Kono"] explained Sheena. ["I've heard only parts of it."]

Hanabi silently signed, ["Well, it's certainly interesting. Maybe our branch needs a Battle Hymn."]

Sheena stifled a giggle and Konohamaru said, ["You mean like; Let's get wild!"]

["That's probably what Naruto-nii would come up with."] replied Hanabi with a huge sweat drop.

The Sarutobi heir grinned at his wife and said, ["Our battles are usually over before we have time to recite anything."]

["This is true"] agreed Hanabi.

….Kali looked over at Sheena briefly and wondered what the redhead was doing. The Uzumaki heir was moving her hands in a very subtle way. The pony tail wearing girl wondered if Sheena was nervous but then figured that was unlikely. Kali decided to ask about it after the ceremony was over….

The Jedi Masters soon began giving very long winded speeches about the action at the Zoloe Cave that was putting all the padawan learners and younglings to sleep. After an eternity of standing at attention the Masters awarded each of the four padawan learners a Shamshir Badge of Merit for bravery and Sheena also received an additional one for leadership.

A polite applause broke out and was gradually growing louder….

….

….It was then that Kali felt it….Power. Synergy. Chakra!

Two members of the Honor Guard appeared in front of the four padawans with their lightsabers ignited to kill them but before anyone could react; Konohamaru and Hanabi were behind the two assassins with kunai at their throats. The Sarutobi heir said in a voice as cold as death, "Drop your weapons or die."

"You heard him." hissed Hanabi as she pulled the kunai blade closer to the assassin's throat. Her captive was frozen and the chill in the air was palpable.

The assassin in Konamaru's grasp decided to lash out but his throat was slit before he could move a millimeter. He was dead prior to hitting the floor. The one Hanabi had in death grip immediately dropped her weapons and surrendered….

Kali looked at Sheena for a split second and saw the chakra crackling in her friend's eyes. The redhead's coat was parted and she was in her Iaido stance. Sheena vanished in a body flicker. Then Kali saw an orange saber flash as a blaster bolt came from above. The blue blaster beam was deflected by the Uzumaki Heiress's lightsaber back to its source. A sniper fell out of the rafters and hit the ground dead. He had a large hole in his chest courtesy of the blaster bolt he himself had fired….

….It was over in less than a second. The black haired girl was shocked by Sheena's sheer speed but was in awe of Hanabi and Konomaru. To young Kali they struck with the speed and power of a thunderbolt….

A second later everyone else reacted to protect the padawans. The lone remaining assassin was cuffed with Force manacles and revealed the three traitors had been the ones that had shut down the sensors at Geisterhauf Castle to allow Lord Tyr Shamshir's abduction. She admitted they were essentially marked for death and blamed the Uzumakis for the failure. Their goal had been to eliminate the four padawans before they were caught. It was a suicidal plan that failed spectacularly….

….

Geisterhauf Castle

Hinata and Naruto were in a meeting about Tyr's kidnapping when they jumped slightly sensing the attack on their loved ones. Lady Peorth, Lord Arislan and everyone else at the meeting stopped and saw the Uzumakis were concerned with a different situation. Within a minute Hinata was on her communications link talking to Hanabi. 'Hanabi-chan; do you copy?" asked the byakugan princess.

"Things are under control nee-chan." responded Hanabi. "Two enemies dead; one captured. No casualties or injuries on our side. Stand by while we get this sorted."

Hinata waited patiently for her little sister to pick back up and plugged her com link into the holographic projector on the table. When Hanabi came into focus, the older sister asked, "What happened Hanabi-chan?"

"We caught the last of those involved in Lord Tyr's attempted abduction." stated the brown haired Hyūga sister. "There were three of them in Geisterhauf Castle that shut down the sensors so the Sith Acolyte Arithem and her band of followers could land and kidnap Lord Tyr. The three involved were on the losing end of the failed coup on Pamelor months ago and came here to Brentelliix to hide. Some people just can't stay out of trouble."

"You say one survived?" asked Arislan.

"Affirmative." answered Hanabi. "Her name is Zanna Kirova. "The assassins stole Honor Guard uniforms in order to infiltrate the padawan's ceremony with the intention of eliminating the four of them in revenge. They were hoping Lord Tyr would be here as well but he was up there safely at Geisterhauf Castle as you know."

Naruto shook his head. "Security needs to be tightened up if rank amateurs could infiltrate the Jedi Temple that way. I take it they were on a one way mission Hanabi?"

Hanabi nodded. "They knew it was a suicide mission. All three of them saw your Rasenshuriken back on Marplan and knew they'd never survive a direct confrontation with you Naruto-nii."

"So they went after the children." said Peorth. "How despicable…."

….

Izar Shamshir's Home

Yamanaka Ino and Izar Shamshir had seen Izar's grandson Ragnar off to the Jedi Temple a couple of hours earlier and had the whole cottage to themselves.

"Come to Mamma…." said Ino huskily as she started tearing at Izar's shirt. It wasn't long before they were in the floor pleasing one another and Izar rolled on top to suckle on her breasts….

….That's when their foreplay was interrupted by a steady knock on the front door….

Izar growled, "Someone wants to die today." Ino giggled at his ire as she slipped into the bedroom to get her clothes back on while Izar went to the small entry way and half tucked in his shirt.

The Shamshir Jedi Master opened the door and roared, "Who is it?!"

A small olive green alien standing at about three fourths of a meter tall was at the door. He had tridactyl hands and pointed ears as well as big brown eyes.*① He also had dark brown hair and traditional beige Jedi robes. The small alien met Izar's fiery glare with a twinkle in his eye and said, "Spry you look young Izar Shamshir. Interrupting something am I?"

Izar's golden eyes nearly popped out of his head. "Grandmaster Cialmar?! Is that really you? I thought you retired to Dagobah or something after the war."

The now named Cialmar stomped his foot comically and said; "Retired? Hmph! Took a vacation I did."

"For fifty years?" asked Izar incredulously.

Master Cialmar smiled mischievously and held up a clawed finger. "Forty-seven actually."

The Shamshir Master sweat dropped. He then got a brittle smile and said, "Forty-seven then….Well, not that I am not happy to see you but your visit is most unexpected." He stepped aside to let Master Cialmar enter his home. "Won't you come in Master?"

The short alien strode in and looked around. "Many questions and few answers young Izar. Retired from the Jedi Council I did. Too political became the Jedi Order; yes. Too political after the war and I left it in the hands of the younger Masters. Left me weary the Great Hyperspace War did. Was very heartbreaking; losing so many friends."

Izar brought out some local brandy and poured some for himself and Master Cialmar. "Tell me what happened Master. I can tell you are fatigued."

Cialmar took a sip of brandy and said with a grin, "Ahhh; hits the spot; that does." Then he got very serious. "Contacted by Master Noss I was –In danger he is. Much darkness lurks in the Jedi Order itself….Attacked on my way to Ossus and got my poor ship shot to hell. Limped into the Brentelliix System to find you young Izar….An ally I can trust."

"Forgive me Master but I don't understand." said the gold eyed Master. "We Shamshirs have next to nothing to do with the Jedi Order. It has nothing to do with me…." he said sadly.

The short alien replied, "Everything it has to do with you young Izar. Lylia Flaredawn was murdered."

Izar was sitting there shocked into silence as the words reverberated in his head. Ino came running out of the bedroom sensing her lover's mental anguish. The two kissed as they embraced one another and she cradled his head in her bosom like a Mother would a child.

Master Cialmar was in shock himself. His brown eyes were big as saucers at Ino's sudden appearance. "Young L-Lylia…? He asked in disbelief.

Ino shook her head 'no.' "It's a long story…."

….

Jedi Temple

After the excitement died down; Hanabi and Konomaru were standing with their niece as well as the three other padawans honored that night along with their parents. Sheena was explaining to Kali; "We of the Ninja Clan have our own battle language and can talk to each other through hand signs silently. When you started reciting the Battle Hymn I explained to Aunt Hanabi and Uncle Konohamaru what it was."

Gunnar was excited. "You mean you could send messages and have an entire conversation without anyone else even knowing?" Seeing Sheena nod; the platinum blonde girl's almond colored eyes widened. "That is so cool!" she exclaimed. "I'd love to learn how to do that." Both Kali and Coren were excited with the idea as well.

Konohamaru and Hanabi chuckled at the children's enthusiasm.

Master Bree Shamshir came up and said warmly, "We Jedi Masters are simply astounded by our brethren in the Ninja Clan's abilities. Temple Master Dolo extends his heartfelt thanks. Lord and Lady Sarutobi, he asks to speak to you this evening after the banquet."

The banquet itself was a rather orderly affair considering how many younglings were there. Sheena was going to sit with her Uncle and Aunt but was put with the other younglings instead. She stayed close to Kali, Gunnar and Coren but lots of others showed great interest in meeting her. Many of those her age had seen her spar and wanted her to attend the Academy with them anyway. Everyone witnessed Konohamaru, Hanabi and Sheena that night and were very interested in learning where the ninjas got their impossible speed. The little redhead was a bit shy about being the center of attention but was doing the best she could.

Sitting across from her was the outgoing Ragnar Shamshir who was eager to meet her because his Great Grandfather was one of her teachers. The dark haired boy said, "Hi Lady Sheena, I'm Ragnar. You've got some serious speed. I heard you know my Great Grandpa Skaros."

Sheena scrutinized the blue eyed boy for a moment and finally said, "I see it now; you've got Old Man Skaros's nose. He's an amazing teacher and I've learned a lot from him. He taught my Father the basics of dueling."

"So your Father knows Ataru?" asked Ragnar. "That's my Granpa's specialty."

The redhead explained, "My Daddy tried Ataru but wasn't suited for it. Master Skaros determined that the style for him was Juyo."

"Wow, there aren't many Juyo practitioners." said Ragnar. "I heard it is hard to keep in check."

Sheena smiled. "It is traditionally considered a dark side style because it relies so much on passion but my Daddy has no problems with it considering his resolve. He has a will of steel." said the Uzumaki heiress proudly. "Even Old Man Skaros agrees."

Ragnar blanched. "Ummm, Lady Sheena; why do you refer to my Great Grandpa as Old Man?"

"It's a term of endearment." replied the redhead with a smirk….

….

Izar Shamshir's Home

Master Cialmar listened carefully to Ino's story about the Edoan Ninja Clan and how they were revived and joined the Shamshir (and later Fireveil) clans. It took most of the evening to explain before they got back to the current events….

"….So I theorize Lylia Flaredawn was a reincarnation of the Yamanaka Ino from thousands of years ago." said Ino. "When Lylia passed and was finally freed she returned to her point of origin which would be me. I have a few fleeting memories so at least part of me is Lylia but the vast majority is Ino….That doesn't make me love Izar any less though." Then she added angrily, "It also doesn't make me want to avenge Lylia any less."

"Do you think your Clan Head Uzumaki Naruto would be willing to help us?" asked Izar.

Ino nodded. "I'd bet my life on it. The Jedi have already threatened our clan once. We consider Master Noss an ally regardless. He's one of the few on our side and realizes Force Harmonization isn't inherently evil or wrong."

Cialmar chuckled. "Felt the Force Harmonization I did. Landed on the same planet as the source. What are the odds? The will of the Force perhaps."

"The Force moves in mysterious ways Master Cialmar." said Izar.

….

Soon the discussion turned to other things. "So you were the Grandmaster of the Jedi Order when the Great Hyperspace War began?" asked Ino curiously.

Master Cialmar nodded. "Indeed. Negotiated with both the Shamshirs and the Fireveils to cooperate. The bitterest of enemies they were." The green alien shook his head. "Nearly drove me to drink, it did."

All three of them laughed before the wizened Master continued. "To think they are family now. Amazing person this Uzumaki Naruto is. Meet him I should."

Ino giggled. "I grew up with him. We were in the same class as children. He'll always be the same old knucklehead to me."

Izar looked positively shocked. Cialmar laughed again.

"Good to be close to old friends it is." said the diminutive Jedi Master….

….

Geisterhauf Castle

While the banquet was going on; the manacled Zanna Kirova was brought in before Lord Arislan and Lady Peorth to face judgment for her actions both on Pamelor and on Brentelliix. Everyone knew it was to be a summery trial most likely followed by an execution but the Outside Branch of the Shamshirs were very much sticklers for protocol so the trial would be carried out regardless. Zanna was rather ordinary looking young woman with brown hair and brown eyes. For all intents and purposes, she looked catatonic. Zanna never dreamed she would be caught alive….

Lord Arislan Shamshir stood up and towered over the proceedings. Lady Peorth and their son Tyr Shamshir were there as well as five judges. Naruto and Hinata were also there though they were just witnessing the events and had no say in the matter. Zanna was Force manacled to a chair under a spotlight in the center and the rest of the room was dim enough that everyone else appeared to be silhouettes reflected in the darkness. Lord Arislan boomed out, "Zanna Kirova, you face charges of three counts of high treason against the Shamshir Enclave as well as numerous other crimes. They are as follows:"

"You stand accused of aiding Aeolus Kirova in an attempted coup against Lord Parthenos and Lady Pallas Kirova on planet Pamelor."

"You stand accused of aiding an agent of the Sith in the attempted abduction of Lord Tyr Shamshir here on planet Brentelliix."

"You stand accused of attempting to murder the clan heir Lady Uzumaki Sheena of the Ninja Branch here on planet Brentelliix as well as her three companions."

"Do you have anything to say in your defense?" asked Arislan.

"…." Zanna didn't utter a sound and continued to stare lifelessly at the Judges and Lord Arislan.

"Your silence is an assumed admission of guilt Zanna Kirova." said Lord Arislan in a low tone. "The sentence for high treason is death and will be carried out-"

The brown haired woman shrieked out, "You ninja are monsters Uzumaki! I saw what you did at the dome bunker on Pamelor! They were all dead in an instant! All because of you! We had the right! I-"

"BE SILENT!" ordered Arislan imperiously. "I was there too! If you damned traitors had surrendered peacefully then an agreement could have been reached but you chose the path of bloodshed and death….Lord Uzumaki had no choice in the matter or more would have died on both sides you traitor!"

Zanna recoiled as if she'd been struck. Then she said in a small voice, "B-but Lord Aeolus…."

"….Aeolus betrayed and tried to murder his own family." said Naruto in a reasonable tone. "He sided with criminals fleeing justice from the Fireveil clan that tried to betray and murder their own families. You've been cooperating with a bunch of kinslayers. Is that what you want on your tombstone Miss Zanna? Would you willingly murder your own family for power? If you would then you are a monster; not me."

The brown haired woman looked down and started crying. "I-I'm not a monster…." she trailed off.

Arislan shook his head. "….The sentence will be carried out at a later time. These proceedings are closed. Take her away."

….

Jedi Temple

After the banquet started winding down, Hanabi and Konohamaru were invited to sit down and speak with Temple Master Dolo as well as Master Bree Shamshir. Master Dolo was extremely old and didn't move around all that much. He spent most of his time meditating on the Force but was considered exceptionally wise. Many Masters and members of the head family sought out his counsel in times of crises. He had a goatee and very shaggy eyebrows. He also had a shaved bald head. After proper introductions; Master Dolo said with a small smile, "Thank you for coming to visit with me brethren of the Ninja Branch. It is a pleasure to meet you."

"The pleasure is ours Master Dolo." replied Hanabi. "I'm guessing our little niece left an impression upon you."

"Not only that but you yourselves left quite an impression as well." said the wizened old Master. "I heard about the power of chakra from those on Pamelor but seeing even a small use of it in person was quite astounding." He scratched his goatee. "I witnessed Lady Sheena's combat style at the spars and I must confess that I've never seen anything quite like it. She seems to never engage an opponent the same way twice."

Konohamaru grinned. "She learned that from her Father. He's the most unpredictable fighter I've ever met." The Sarutobi heir laughed and said, "Sheena-chan takes right after him."

"So it is an Uzumaki family style?" asked Dolo.

Hanabi shook her head. "It's more like a philosophy than a style. "By learning multiple styles of combat and combining them she has developed something totally unique. I know she has incorporated elements of Teras Kasi, Juken, Goken and the Hebi style. That's enough to throw anyone off balance who is facing her…."

Master Bree looked like her jaw was about to hit the floor and Master Dolo nodded sagely. "Lady Sheena is so remarkable for one so young. To have so seamlessly combined so many elements must take a very special kind of talent and thought process. I'm truly impressed."

"….And her lightsaber form?" asked Master Bree.

"That's her story to tell." replied Konohamaru. "Hanabi-chan and I haven't studied lightsaber forms. I know Sheena-chan developed it herself and is still improving on it. She can be quite the little perfectionist."

"That brings me to my question Lord and Lady Sarutobi." said Master Dolo. "We have four very promising students who have chakra that are all eight to nine years old. Rather than shuttle them off to Nardil to be taught with others; I was wondering if you would be willing to take them on as your own apprentices in the ways of chakra. Surely the Vengeance would have room for four younglings and a Jedi Master to teach them the ways of the Force. Master Bree here has expressed great interest in coming along and teaching Lady Sheena and the others in the ways of the Force as well."

Hanabi and Konohamaru each had a deer in the headlights look on their faces. The young husband and wife's collective thoughts were, 'You've got to be shitting me….'

….

Izar Shamshir's Home

Yamanaka Ino generally considered herself a very studious kunoichi and was checking over her gear. Making sure her com link was charged she realized it was turned off! 'Ohhhhh boyyy….' she mentally groaned. 'I haven't had this on for days. I guess I should turn it on and face the music….' Turning her communicator link on; Ino said in a sugary tone, "Ummm, hi! This is Ino to base. Sorry haven't checked in, I was-"

That's when an angry, eight foot hologram of Naruto's head appeared and thundered, "YAMANAKA INO; WHERE HAVE YOU BEEN?!"

"Yeeek!" shrieked Ino as her hair was blown back by the sheer volume. "I can explain!"

"WE HAVE BEEN WORRIED SICK ABOUT YOU!" boomed the blonde Kage.

The mind walker blushed madly and yelled, "I found a boyfriend okay?! I forgot I turned my communicator off!"

That's when Naruto's giant head was knocked to the side by Hinata's normal sized head and the byukugan princess squealed, "That's wonderful news Ino! What's he like? Is he handsome?"

"But Hinata-chan!" yelled Naruto from the background. "Ino's been missing for days."

Turning to her right; Hinata said, "Inside voice Naruto-kun."

Naruto sighed and said, "Alright hime; I'll let you handle this…."

….

Izar and Master Cialmar were listening to the conversation as it carried into the kitchen. "I'd forgotten how scary women could be Master." said Izar in a harried voice.

"Most dangerous predators known to man; they are." said the short statured Master sagely.

….

"Well; bring him back to the ship!" said Hinata excitedly. "I can't wait to meet him!"

Ino giggled. "Alright; I'll hogtie Izar and drag him down there."

….

Master Cialmar chuckled and Master Shamshir said in a voice cold as death, "If I go down I'm taking you with me."

….

The Vengeance

While Ino was dragging her boyfriend and Master Cialmar down to where the Vengeance was docked; Naruto and Hinata were preparing to welcome their guests aboard the ship. They were in the ship's galley where the blonde was enjoying the view of his beautiful wife cooking up a storm. More to the point Naruto was watching Hinata as she swayed her shapely hips to the rhythm of the soft music that was playing in the background. Between the bykugan princess and her two shadow clones she had the cooking covered and smiled over her shoulder as she noticed her blonde husband's mesmerized look.

"Naruto-kun, would you set the table?" asked indigo haired beauty sweetly.

The blonde Kage nodded absentmindedly and said in a daze; "Anything your heart desires Hinata-hime."

After a few minutes of Naruto staring sleepy eyed at her; Hinata giggled and tapped his nose with a spoon that startled him out of admiring the scenery. "Wake up Naruto-sama; it's time to set the table."

Naruto hopped up to attention and started getting out plates. He was blushing slightly knowing he'd been caught gawking. He smiled and thought. 'I'm the luckiest guy alive.'

The young couple was soon discussing what Ino's boyfriend would be like. "….I just hope her old man Inoichi approves of this guy." said the blonde.

"Ino says he's a Master Jedi." replied Hinata. "Besides; I'm sure Ino won't take 'no' for an answer from her Father. She'll sass him into submission." added the byakugan princess with a giggle.

The whiskered blonde cringed. "Poor Inoichi…."

….

A bit later, with the ceremonies at the Jedi Temple being over; Konohamaru, Hanabi and Sheena trudged back to the port and boarded the Vengeance' main deck….

"….The last thing we need is a ship full of screaming brats! This is not a daycare!" lamented Hanabi. "What are we going to do Kono-kun?!"

"Come up with an age limit?" asked Konohamaru. "We could say you have to be at least eighteen years old to come aboard."

Sheena was practicing her control by levitating herself in the lotus position using the Force. "As much as I hate to remind you I'm only eight years old Uncle Kono…."

Konohamaru frowned. "Curses! Another brilliant idea shot down in flames."

"We'd better talk to Hinata-nee and Naruto-nee once they come down." said Hanabi.

Doc came floating in with the Priestess Noctos in tow. He was in a good mood. "What's all the noise kiddies?" asked the cantankerous old droid. "You're acting like your favorite pet died."

Noctos covered a smile and said, "As always you have all the subtlety of a sledgehammer Doc."

"It's a gift." replied the Labor Force Droid humorously. Seeing Konohamaru and Hanabi were in a tizzy; Doc floated over to the little redhead and asked, "What's up Sheena-chan?"

Sheena smiled, lowered her legs to the floor and hugged the droid. "Boy; am I glad to see you Uncle Doc! You are a voice of reason."

"….And you are an excellent judge of character Sheena-chan." replied the old droid with a laugh.

….

Geisterhauf Port; Vengeance' Dock

Ino motioned towards the sleek black and silver Peyotian cruiser and said; "There it is; the Vengeance. She's one of a kind."

Master Cialmar raised his eyebrows. "Remarkable vessel, it is. Nothing like it in the Republic Fleet have I seen."

"Seeing it up close gives a whole new idea of how powerful it is." said Izar who was also impressed.

….As they rode up the boarding elevator; they heard the laughter of a certain Labor Force droid.

"Sounds like Doc is on a roll." said Ino. "He's probably playing around with Sheena-chan."

"Doc?" asked the Shamshir Jedi Master.

The blonde kunoichi nodded. "Doc is the droid in charge of engineering on the Vengeance. He's quite a guy."

The boarding elevator came to a halt and the group entered the ship on the main deck. "I'm back guys." announced Ino.

Hanabi came over and said, "Welcome back Ino….and friends?"

"Thank you." said Izar gruffly.

"Appreciated; your welcome is." replied Master Cialmar.

The younger Hyūga sister raised an eyebrow at Cialmar's unusual method of speech. "Ummmm…."

Sheena came over and bowed properly to Cialmar and Izar. "Welcome aboard the Vengeance Masters; I hope your visit is a pleasant one."

Ino sagged, "You recognized Cialmar as a Jedi Master Sheena-chan? How? Awww; I was going to introduce him to you guys as me and Izar's illegitimate son. He's so short after all."

Master Cialmar and Sheena both got a massive sweat drop and the little redhead said, "Size means nothing when your ally is the Force."

The diminutive Grand Master chuckled and said, "Words of wisdom this young one speaks. Learn from her you could young Ino." Then he gave Sheena a mischievous grin. ""Tell me your name child."

"I am Uzumaki Sheena; Master." said the redhead. "It is an honor to meet you."

He replied with a nod, "Cialmar, my name is. A pleasure to meet you as well young Sheena."

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POSTSCRIPT:

*① He is one of Yoda's Species which have never been properly named.

This really wasn't where I was planning to stop but I simply ran out of space. It wasn't my original intention but this chapter focused on the goings on Brentelliix. More on the Apparition Drug and Master Noss will take place next chapter. I hope everyone likes the inclusion of Master Cialmar. I'm still developing him but he's going to be a bit less optimistic and is darker than Yoda and not nearly as old or sagely. A lot of requests have come in to have one of Yoda's species in the story since "The Child" appeared in The Mandalorian. Aside of that, for all people wondering about my update schedule; please check my profile. See you next time. Blue out 4/25/20