#Chewy Cl A

[whewchilly]

lewishamilton and charles_leclerc mood

[salutethesargeant]

I just realized Chewis is slowly gonna turn (has already turnt) from meaning 4411/1144 into meaning 4416/1644...

Damn, how the night changes.

[konigsblog]

the things i do when im bored is actually crazy😭😭😭

ive sculpted a cl!t out of starbursts chewy

my friends thought it was a willy (well most of them)

i have a photo too😭😭

You can't just say this without picture evidence... 🤫🤫

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大家好! I was quite excited about trying instant meepok for my weekly simple breakfast out of compassion for Palestinians. This is hands down my favourite type of noodles, whether it's bak chor mee (pork noodles), as well as fishball or wonton mee. The reviews were pretty good and one even said this tasted authentic. They were right; this was a highly slurpable bowl. It's supposed to be eaten dry, but I like mine soupy, so I added more water. It's something I would buy again, but for the time being, I want to try other brands and there're quite many of them!

SC, JK, DT, MI, CL and I caught up over lunch at a new place. There were a few stalls selling fish soup, local western-style food, nasi briyani and Korean fare. I craved noodles but fish soup is so widely available that I decided not to have it. 2 options remained: ramyeon or spaghetti. Many places house local western-style stalls whereas Korean ones are less common, so I opted for ramyeon. The light clear broth wasn't too salty, which was great. The noodles were a little more chewy than our QQ (springy) ones but still very slurpable. Overall, it was a decent bowl with shrimp, crab sticks, clams, mussels, tofu skin and cabbage. More importantly, I also had fun chatting and laughing with the rest.

Palestinians scored a triumph last week. The voting results for a resolution which would give Palestine more participation and some rights within the UN General Assembly showed the global community's overwhelming support. 143 nations voted in favour, 9 voted against (the US included) and 25 abstained. Innocent civilians in Gaza continue to suffer immensely as Israel prepares to expand its offensive in Rafah, which increasingly looks like a gradual invasion. The US may have suspended a shipment of bombs to Israel but it continues to supply other types of weapons. This victory is bittersweet; many innocent Palestinians have died for it. I hope it gives them comfort during perhaps the darkest times of their lives.

I returned to the stall selling local western-style dishes to try their chicken spaghetti. $10.90 got me a large slab of chicken and mountain of spaghetti. Colleagues sniffed that this was too expensive and it was for local hawker fare; other stalls charge about $8.50. No wonder there're few customers whenever I visit. Then again, it's a better deal than the $18 - $22 price tag at a cafe or restaurant and much higher value than the $18.90 and above one needs to fork out for avocado sourdough toast with a topping. I like the way they cook spaghetti here: slurpable like noodles. Al dente, to me, is overrated.

We're into a brand new week; I hope it brings us a step closer to a permanent ceasefire in Gaza. From 100,000 Palestinians fleeing Rafah under Israel's instructions, that number has risen to 300,000. The invasion of the city is happening as the US continues to arm Israel with weapons apart from the bombs it suspended. The death toll has risen to over 35,000 and that isn't the end. I'll continue to pray hard that countries arming Israel during this genocidal war will be severely punished. This needs to end already. 下次见!

[twentyonedental]

How to Eat Comfortably Even If You Have Dental Braces | TwentyOne Dental

It’s majorly found that getting braces is often a significant step towards achieving a beautiful, healthy smile. While braces work wonders in aligning your teeth, they can also bring some temporary challenges, particularly when it comes to eating. Let’s walk through this together and with the expertise of 21st Dental Clinic and our expert orthodontists will guide us on how to eat comfortably and maintain our oral health during the orthodontic journey. The best place to be from maintaining good oral hygiene to perfect Teeth Straightening. 

Firstly, Understand the Challenge

Most Dental braces consist of brackets and wires that, while working to straighten your teeth, can create some discomfort when eating. It's essential to adapt the eating habits to avoid causing damage to the braces, minimise discomfort with such cautious steps, and maintain good oral hygiene.

Consumer Soft and Easy to chew Foods- Upon getting braces it is evident that the mouth would feel sore or sensitive, at least in the initial stage. This is totally normal, and it's a sign that the braces are starting to work. In this procedure keeping the transition smooth opt for soft and easy-to-chew foods, such as:

1. Smoothies and Yogurt: These are nutritious ways to embrace the journey of braces. It will easily glide through and won’t cause any discomfort to the braces.

2. Mashed Potatoes: Getting braces is not a curse to your loved food. Having mashed potatoes will provide the creamy taste and comfort which are very gentle on the teeth and doesn’t create a fuss on the braces. 

3. Oatmeal: It is important to manage the nutrition along with a healthy care for braces and teeth. Consuming a bowl of oatmeal will help in covering all the health pointers. 

4. Soup: one of the best and easiest of food elements as it’s very easy to gulp down without causing a mess.  

5. Scrambled Eggs: it won’t stick in your braces! As 21st dental being the best dentists in Hove, they take care of providing a mess-free treatment of braces. 

6. Pasta: so there are variety of options available in pasta with a variant of smooth sauce such as- 

Cut or Slice Your Food- As you gradually adapt to eating with braces, it's essential to cut or slice your food into smaller, and concise portions/pieces. This prevents biting into foods that could potentially damage your braces or cause discomfort. Use a knife or kitchen shears to make your meals more brace-friendly.

Avoid Hard and Sticky Foods- there are certain foods that are notorious for causing problems with braces. At 21st Dental Cl a Hove dental clinic, it is advisable to avoid the following inic, we recommend avoiding the following:

1. Hard Candies: These can damage and break brackets and wires of the braces. 

2. Chewy Candies: usually candies are sticky due to the sugar levels which can easily get stuck in the braces and promote cavities as well. 

3. Nuts: Most nuts are hard and crunchy to bite as well as excessive chewing is required so it’s a big no too! 

4. Popcorn: Upon biting the popcorn the kernel can be lodged in the braces which can cause irritation to the gums and makes braces uncomfortable on teeth. 

5. Gum: Chewing gum is a no-go with braces; it can stick to the brackets.

6. Ice: Chewing on ice cubes can harm your braces and teeth.

So, how to make Oral Hygiene the Key to embrace the braces journey? 

It is important to Maintain excellent oral hygiene when having braces. The brackets and wires create additional nooks and crannies for food particles and plaque to hide, further increasing the risk of cavities and gum issues. Essentially Follow these hygiene tips:

1 Brush After Every Meal: Carry a soft-bristle toothbrush with you and brush gently after eating.

2. Floss Carefully: Use floss threaders or orthodontic floss to clean between your braces and teeth.

3. Rinse with Mouthwash:  An antimicrobial mouthwash can help kill bacteria and keep your mouth fresh.

4. Regular Check-ups: Visit 21st Dental Clinic for regular check-ups so our experts can monitor your progress and make necessary adjustments.

Stay Hydrated; very important- 

Drinking plenty of water is essential for overall health and helps rinse away food particles and bacteria from your mouth. It also aids in reducing the risk of bad breath, which can be a concern with braces.

Orthodontic Wax for Discomfort- a solution to irritating wires or brackets

If you experience irritation from wires or brackets, orthodontic wax can be your best friend. At 21st Dental Clinic, we provide patients with orthodontic wax to apply over any irritating areas, creating a smooth surface and minimising discomfort.

The expertise- Orthodontic Advice and Adjustments

Our professional orthodontists at 21st Dental Clinic are here to support you throughout your orthodontic treatment. Don't hesitate to reach out if you experience persistent discomfort or if you have any questions about eating with braces. We offer timely adjustments and guidance to ensure your treatment progresses smoothly.

Eating comfortably with dental braces is achievable with the right approach and a bit of patience. Soft foods, careful chewing, and diligent oral hygiene are your allies in maintaining your braces and oral health. Remember, at 21st Dental Clinic, our experienced orthodontists are here to assist you every step of the way from best dental implants specialists in Brighton to smooth journey of braces, With our expert guidance and your commitment to these tips, you'll be on your way to a stunning, well-aligned smile in no time.

For personalised guidance and expert orthodontic care, schedule an appointment at 21st Dental Clinic today. Your dream smile is within reach, and we're here to make your journey as comfortable as possible.

[jackzillanyanut8008]

Star Wars Force Awakens Rewrite Finale

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 Chapter 20: Talking It Out

Varax wakes up from his nap, no nightmares but that didn’t matter. He thought about how he spoke to Rey, a pit of self anger forming in his gut. 

I’m just like HIM

I lost control

I need to be BETTER

Varax got up and headed to Rey’s room, he knocked on the door. He half expected Rey to open the door and slug him. But was surprised to see Rey open the door and hug Varax, oddly enough. “I’m sorry, you were right, I endangered the mission and myself for a pointless vengeance that wasn’t mine to unleash” she says with a sniffle. Varax paused for a minute before letting out a sigh, “No, I was too harsh, and I obviously said some shit I didn’t mean, I…I’m sorry” he says as he lets Rey go and smiles. “Don’t worry Rey, karma will get that shit heel if we don’t” he says as he walks off

“Varax wait” Rey says before he leaves. Varax turns around and looks at her “Yeah Rey?” Varax asks. Rey looks down but takes a deep breath, “If I became a Jedi, would I still be able to date Aliana?” Rey asks Varax, who scratches his chin at the question. “Well, Luke didn’t Outlaw relationships in his order, so I don’t see why not” Varax says with a smile “And if not, then don’t be a Jedi, that's a decision entirely up to you”. Rey smiles at the Jedi “Thanks V” she says as she shuts her bedroom door.

“V…” Varax says as he stands in front of Rey’s door before laying back down on the couch “No one has ever called me that before….” he says as he looks up at the ceiling. 

The Fury and the Falcon land on D’Qar as the Resistance starts packing everything up. Soldiers grabbing weapons, food packs, medical supplies, and tons of other supplies

Leia looks at the group “Where’s Han?” she asks before Varax pulls out the blaster and hands it to her “He died trying to save Ben” Varax says as he helps Poe and Black Squadron load up their ships.

Chapter 21: Epilogue

The Resistance fleet lands on Kashyyyk, the homeworld of Chewbacca’s people, and they set up in an old Imperial mining facility. Thanks to the help of Tarfull and his colleagues, who kept the area running in case of emergencies. Rey wanders the facility before coming out to a ledge and sees Varax meditating in an old Wookie balcony house. “How are you doing V?” Rey asks the Jedi as he repairs his lightsaber using the Force.

“Not bad, complaining won’t make it better” he says as he picks the saber off of the floor and dusts himself off. “Aliana and the others solve the map I take it?” he asks as he clips the hilt to his belt. “Yeah, apparently he’s on an old Jedi planet called Ach To, Aliana and I are planning on heading there now” Rey says excitedly. Varax chuckles at the childlike joy Rey gives off “I’ll come with, need a break from the trees and Wookie hair for a day” he says with a laugh. 

Varax looks out to the mining facility and lets out a sigh “How’s Chewie doing?” he asks Rey as she walks up next to him “Lowbacca and Master Gungi are looking after him” she says hopefully. “That’s good to hear” Varax says as he walks out of the house as the two head to the Fury to go to Ach To. On their way out, the two run into Maz, who offers Luke’s old lightsaber to Rey, saying “It should go to a Skywalker”. Rey reluctantly takes the blade with her. Rey, Varax, 2V, and Aliana all head out to Ach To

As the ship lands on the island, Rey, Aliana, and Varax hike up the mountain and see Luke, he turns around and sees Rey who offers him his father’s lightsaber

To Be Continued…

[dailydragon08]

At Ease

Pairing: Luke Skywalker x F!Jedi!Reader Warnings: none, just fluff and Luke being an awkward lil bean who thought he’d be better at talking to pretty girls after becoming a Jedi Knight, but he’s not. A/N: "Remnants" is a series of Luke Skywalker x F!Jedi!Reader one shots in no particular order about the budding relationship between you and Luke as he trains you in the ways of the Force. Reader has long, naturally curly hair in this one (because I'm just feeling self-indulgent). Summary: Luke has a little trouble functioning after seeing you fully relaxed with your natural, curly hair for the first time. Read here on AO3

Luke sighed as he held C3PO’s detached foot in his hand. The droids had joined Leia and Han on an afternoon walk around Endor that was now possible six months post-battle. The Empire was becoming more scattered and unorganized by the day, but their work was far from finished, especially with Leia and the other diplomats beginning to plan how the New Republic would function. But still, they were starting to get more free time than they had previously.

“I’m so sorry, Master Luke!” 3PO cried in dismay from the table. “R2 pushed me over a log and my foot got stuck.”

R2 whistled in protest next to Luke, who sat at a table in the mess with his tools, attempting to put the droid back together.

“Oh, you did too, you insolent—”

“Calm down, 3PO, we’ll get you fixed up.” Luke turned to his sister and shook his head in amusement as she withheld her laugh from where she stood behind him. “Where’s Han?”

“He went off with Chewie and Lando somewhere,” his sister replied. “Something about maintenance on the Falcon. I tried to listen, but someone was very distraught.”

“Oh, yes,” 3PO said, “as you should be, R2!”

R2 beeped and shook slightly.

“They mean me?!”

“What happened?” a familiar voice asked just as Luke began lining up the droid’s foot and leg to re-bolt it.

“Hi, Y/N,” he heard his sister say behind him. He wished he could turn to give you a smile, but 3PO’s foot was being more stubborn than anticipated. He’d been training you as a Jedi for about four months now and the two of you were becoming fast friends. He enjoyed getting to know you and wasn’t sure how you had time for sleep with Jedi training and still helping at your old job in med bay. “3PO tripped and lost his foot.”

“I was pushed!”

“Oh boy,” you laughed behind him. “Hi, Luke.”

“Hey, Y/N. Sorry, I’m having to concentrate here.”

“Oh, it’s all good. I just wanted to ask—”

“Wait, is that your natural hair?” Leia asked in surprise.

“Oh—um, yeah. I just usually have it up when I’m working, but had a bit of a headache today and had some free time, so…” You trailed off, but Luke smiled at the vivid picture of your usual shrug.

“It’s gorgeous!”

“Oh, thanks,” you laughed nervously.

Curious, Luke paused in his work and turned to you only to do a double take at the natural, bouncy curls that fell down your shoulder and back. He had no idea your hair was curly—come to think of it, he’d never even seen it out of its usual updo. He felt his mouth open in a small “o” of its own accord but couldn’t seem to shut it.

Not that he’d ever thought you unattractive—far from it—but he almost hadn’t realized how attractive you were until now. He’d never had time to think about it before, with the remaining Imperials to deal with, mourning his father, and training you (not that you needed much; you were already proficient in the ways of the Force thanks to secret practice from the last few years). But now that he looked at you—really looked at you—he could see why many of the Resistance pilots practically drooled when you walked by.

Oh, he thought to himself, continuing to screw 3PO’s foot on while not paying a lick of attention. Oh no.

You met his eyes several times as you continued to talk with Leia, your conversation completely lost to him. You began to fidget with your clothes before turning to see what Leia was pointing at. With her other hand, his sister reached over and gently closed his mouth with her forefinger. Luke snapped back to reality and turned back to the droid in front of him, screwing the last bolt in place.

“Um,” he cleared his throat, “t-there you go, 3PO.”

“Oh, um…” the droid paused. “Master Luke, I hate to embarrass you, but my foot appears to be on backward.”

Luke thanked whoever was listening that he had his back to you as he felt the heat crawl up his neck onto his face. As hard as she tried, he could hear Leia fail to stifle her laugh behind him as you quietly asked her if he was okay.

“He’s fine, he just was apparently a bit distracted.”

“Oh, should I go?” you asked, completely oblivious to your effect on him.

“No!” Luke answered a little too quickly, turning to look at you and laughing nervously. Realizing his face was probably still red, he whipped back around, not expecting 3PO to have leaned forward to inspect his foot. He smacked his head against the droid’s with a hollow thunk, biting back a curse as he brought a hand to his throbbing head. “Noooo,” Luke groaned. “You can stay…ugh…”

Leia was now laughing so hard, he could see her double over in his peripheral vision. He turned to throw her a glare, but now you were also trying to hold back a laugh.

“Oh, I’m terribly sorry!” 3PO said. “Are you all right?”

R2 let out a series of beeps that sounded suspiciously like a laugh before whistling at his companion.

“Um, yes, I think that would be a good idea. Master Luke, R2 has suggested perhaps he completes the repair?”

Still holding his head, Luke slowly slid down the bench to give the astromech room to work. “Uh-huh, yep. Go ahead.”

A hand on his shoulder made him look up to see you looking down at him, amused but still concerned. “Do you want ice?”

“I’ll go get it,” Leia replied before he could respond and left suspiciously quickly.

His attention returned to you as you gently moved his hand out of the way. “I’m fine, I promise. Just a little…uh…”

“Distracted?” you teased, a smile threatening your lips.

He chuckled. “Uh, yeah, I guess…”

“You don’t feel concussed, do you?”

“I promise, I’m fine. I don’t need doctor mode Y/N, but thank you,” he said with a smile, grabbing your hand to move it away from his head.

“You sure?”

Your E/C eyes bored into his, filled with genuine concern and for a moment, he couldn’t help but stare. He’d never really admired the color before, but they were striking. Especially framed with your curls, it made his stomach do somersaults and he could only give a quiet “yeah” in response.

You nodded, looking over his face just as intensely before clearing your throat. “Um…Luke?”

“Yeah?”

“Can I…have my hand back?”

He blinked, realizing he was not only still holding your hand, but gently rubbing back and forth with his thumb. “Oh! Yeah, sorry, sorry.”

You smiled and Luke felt his heart sink unexpectedly as you were called away. “I’ll see you for training later?”

Not trusting himself to speak, Luke simply nodded, sneaking a glance at you as you walked away. Leia returned just as you left with Han in tow, snickering when she realized what her brother was staring at. She laughed and shook her head as she gently pressed the ice pack to Luke’s forehead.

“Weeellll,” Han began, “from what I heard, you sound like you’re super smooth, kid. I’m impressed. And here I thought I would have to give you some pointers.”

“You’re never gonna let me forget this, are you?” Luke groaned.

Leia and Han smiled at each other before simultaneously answering, “No.”

[thepipsqueakery]

Currently I am laying on my back on the floor of the chicken coop we are building looking up at one of our goats, Lulu. There's a significant chance she will start eating my hair soon but my neck hurts so badly from sleeping wrong I don't have it in me to move. The last 24 hours have been weird. And hard. And sad. Yesterday we were supposed to be taking in a new goat with a permanent tracheostomy due to CL. Her name was Ziggy. Unfortunately moments before her owners arrived with her an abscess ruptured into her trachea causing her to stop breathing as she inhaled the pus. As soon as we realized she wasnt conscious I pulled her out of the car and started doing CPR. I was trying to force air into her lungs through her tracheostomy but really all that got me was a mouth full of pus. It was traumatic in a lot of ways. Honestly, I hardly knew Ziggy but I loved her already and cried for her and her family when we couldn't get her back. At the same time that was happening Jason rushed home to attend to a rabbit having seizures. Ultimately despite our best efforts we lost her at about 5 am too. Then i woke up to the news that we had two new stray baby bunnies because they were found outside with their deceased mother and when security at the apartment where they were found called animal control they just said no. I've got no where to put them so luckily another rescue, EARPS Inc, is stepping up to take them. Anyway, that's why I'm lying in an unfinished shed with a goat over me. Rescue is tough and it has a lot of good and bad. And sometimes it's just really gross too. So, if you appreciate the lengths we go to try to save animals whether its staying up too late or getting a mouth full of goat pus consider donating. ❤ Venmo: @ThePipsqueakery ❤ CashApp: $ThePipsqueakery ❤ Zelle: 574-993-2235 ❤ Paypal: Paypal.me/thepipsqueakery ❤ Facebook: www.facebook.com/thepipsqueakery and use the donate button ❤ Patreon: patreon.com/thepipsqueakery ❤Amazon Wishlist: http://a.co/fEKocKc ❤ Chewy Wishlist: https://www.chewy.com/g/the-pipsqueakery-inc_b69832307 ❤️ Mail a check to: The Pipsqueakery PO Box 1627 Bloomington, IN 47403 https://www.instagram.com/p/CkghocfOKYL/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[aliypop]

Misery Business

Wordcount : 1,648

A/N: Writing for a new character of mine who I ship with Hux

Warning: Angst

"Has anyone seen the captain?" Poe asked, running around the base, under ships through the recruits of the resistance, "Captain Solo!" he shouted getting aggravated, 

SWOOSH!  

"WOO that was great," the sound of a young 19-year-old girl filled the sound of the loading deck, Poe ran towards the loudness his eyes on a curly-haired dowey sparkly brown-eyed captain in her uniform. "Dameron!" jumping from her ship helmet in hand, 

"Where were you.." he said out of breath, beeping following behind from a few droids, 

"BB, AL!" The captain got down to their levels "I missed you too," she smiled, Poe cleared his throat "Yela," she looked at him getting quite  "The General and the Lieutenant want to see you .."

"What about Captain Solo.." she gulped watching Poe's expression, "Fine, no jokes, I'll go," she rolled her eyes annoyed at her good friend, the walk towards the office always felt like years especially when it went to the General speaking to her which usually meant paperwork that would have her up until the next four mornings, 

"I'm just saying my sweet little Alderaan princess I would love to be ranked to the commander," 

"Lieutenant .."  she grinned kissing her forehead, "No,"  she leaned in closer, the door creaked open as both officers regained their composure, 

"Am I interrupting something, General Organa, Lieutenant Solo?" Yela asked her mothers the two shaking their heads,  "Well then.." she began fiddling around with her hands, "What's going on, "  both Leia and Alana sighed knowing that the news they had to drop would be a little hard on her, but it had to be done. 

"We're sending you to Star Killerbase.."  Alana  gave her a strict look, 

"Why not Finn or... or.. Poe or Rey!" 

"Compose yourself .." Leia said calmly,

"Because Kylo will listen to you. "  Leia said glaring at Yela who was pouting like a 12-year-old, " And last I remembered you said, you were prepared for anything, am I correct," walking around the young girl making her feel smaller, 

"Yes General," she mumbled, 

"Your General can't hear you.." 

"Yes General," 

"Don't disappoint us captain.," 

Everything around her was grey scaled with black as a pop of color it was depressing, dark and gloomy, Yela could feel  every inch of the dark side surrounding the base, and she wasn't even inside yet, taking slow strides towards the entrance all she could see were storm troopers, "I don't like it here.." she looked at AL-1 the two walking through the snow, 

"Hey, you!"

PEW!

"Always carry your father's blaster.," Yela whispered walking inside the base,  just like the exterior the interior was even darker, cape draping behind her down the corridors, thoughts peeling in her mind,

"I think we're getting cl-" 

"And you are?" 

"Who's asking.." Yela said, not even turning around to face the voice, thinking about her answer for a bit she then turned around to open her mouth, " Vath Ren.."  she mumbled keeping her face hidden by her hood,

"State your business .." the ginger-haired man said to her, his hand at his hip, 

"I'm here to see the supreme leader. he's my bro-" she paused feeling the pressure of a blaster pointed towards her head, 

"Funny he didn't say anything about a sister.," he whispered, "Go before I kill you.." 

"Strike 1.." Yela growled walking out the base, pausing as she saw the silhouette of something, shaking the image out of her head, Yela was out of luck wondering what she had to do next to complete the mission,

 "AL-1 send a holo to my mothers... I need a few things." 

"Hey, yo-"

PEW! 

Walking down the dark halls yet again in a traditional royal Nabooian attire was Yela, Her eyes were on the ginger head man,

"Excuse me.." she tapped him on the shoulder, trying not scratch at her make up. "Mr.." 

"General Hux.. " he stared at the young woman, "You look famil-" 

"Princess Yela Organa Mabecorge, I have a familiar face," she looked at him noticing the light blush on his face, Hux was a bit put off by the princesses appearance, let alone the last names,  the way she moved, there was something he just couldn't trust about her, 

" State your business.." 

"I'm here to see the supreme leader. " 

"He's currently not seeing anyone.." he glared at the young woman, she was the girl from yesterday surly, but why was Kylo so important to her is what he was wondering about, 

"You must be just.. my counsel scheduled a meeting and.."  

"I'll check for you.. your ugh highness ." he walked away as two stormtroopers showed up carrying her out the base yet again, "Let go of me!" she began fighting against their restraints, "Hey!" she stopped as one covered her mouth, 

"Yela shut up.." 

"Finn?"  she asked as the other trooper sat her in the snow, 

"Why are you so feisty.." 

"Poe?!" looking at them both, "My mother sent you both didn't she ?" Yela grumbled as the two rolled their eyes, "Han... " Finn replied shaking his head at her, Han sent them knowing that her plans wouldn't work and someone had to keep his princess safe,  

"A princess.." Poe laughed, 

"Keep laughing, and I'll shoot you.." 

"You wouldn't," Poe mumbled, hearing it go off as she shot another trooper not even looking at it, "Try me, Dameron," her stare hasher than Chewies, Yela was getting tired of that general and his nicely slicked-back red hair, though she was surprised at how loyal he was to keeping Kylo to quote safe, 

"What's the plan, Finn? " she asked him watching the way he stared at Poe, "Galaxy to Finn," Yela waved her hand in his face, 

" Huh, oh right, so we sneak in the base, you pretend to be a prisoner, and we'll come to get you!" 

"Sounds stupid.." Yela pouted 

"Got a better idea?" 

Yela sat there silently, "didn't think so.." 

"Hey, you!"

Hey, You!"

PEW! PEW!

"General we found an intruder," the two stormtroopers said holding the criminal captive, Hux took his finger as he tilted her chin just so he could look into her eyes, that were sending shivers down his back as well as the freckles on her face, she looked gentle harmless in a way, but that wasn't gonna stop him, Yela looked up to see the purest blue eyes she had ever seen he looked radiant today, something different about him for sure,  

"I'll take it from here.." he waved the two off, "Why am I putting up with you" he mumbled stealing a glance at her,

"Because I'm a scoundrel, you need more scoundrels in your life.." she winked at him as he threw her in a cell, Yela sat there for a moment looking around before she picked the lock, waiting for Finn and Poe seemed to have been taking hours so it was time to take measures into her hand, walking down the halls she stumbled into a room, it was something like a little room but with a big window,

"I had no idea we had the best pilot in the Resistance on board. Comfortable? " Yela hid behind the door hoping that whoever was standing there didn't notice her, but there was something off about that shadowy figure, she could feel the force and something familiar about him that she didn't want to believe, 

"You think I didn't know it was you. there was someone in my head and it wasn't me," the figure then turned around to face her, it was true, walking towards him felt like a walk of death, she had remembered when he was just,

"Ben.."  

"I thought who else could it be than Yela Solo, " he laughed pulling out his lightsaber her eye's focused on it as she extended her arm out the saber flying into her grasp, 

"I have the high ground Ben," she smirked at him. 

"Just like  Kenobi  you underestimate my power,"  Kylo shrugged 

"I can see you dying inside Ben.." she looked him in the eyes, "You're not Kylo and You kno-" the air in her lunges was becoming scare her breathing became slower her eyes began to flutter and the world around her was becoming dark, "You can still.. retur-"

"Enough! that is enough.." Hux ran to catch the young girl in his arms her pulse rising back,

"Finish this.. " Kylo said putting his mask back on,

"Who do you think you're talking to.."  he growled at him  watching the supreme leader leave,sitting there as he studied her features he saw the strength that she had, her determination for whatever reason to talk to the foolish Kylo Ren, he saw something in here he had never seen in anyone.. hope, "Where am I," she asked looking up at Hux who was silent looking back at her, "I- I'll never come back kill me if you must.." she closed her eyes waiting for it to happen but Hux only picked her up his eyes straight ahead as she rested her head on his chest, 

"Still breathless.." he asked remembering when Kylo first force choked him, she was only quiet as she read his mind, and nodded,

"If you hate him so much why put up with it.." her voice raspy,  

"You wouldn't understand.." 

"Try me.." 

PEW!

A few months later Yela was sitting outside of the base waiting for a certain red-headed General to come down, "Captain Solo.." he kissed her hand as she blushed " Armitage this is business... I need your reports or the General will kill me understand.." she looked away from, as he gave her the reports he had, 

"Thank you .." she kissed his cheek as she left,

"She's .."

"gorgeous, beautiful, radiant, my little sister.." Kylo glared at the General, "You have no room for love .." 

"Right.."

[vesuvia-in-flames]

The Best Bread in Vesuvia

A little ditty about everyone’s favorite baker. E for everyone. 

The following is an excerpt, full story beneath the cut.

A young man steps out of the kitchen, wiping his dark hands on his apron. His head is shaved and his shoulders are broad. There’s flour smudged on his cheek, just below one of his dark, almond-shaped eyes. “Hello,” he says with a broad smile, flashing white teeth. He offers you his hand.

You accept the hand and shake it, smiling back at him. Stars above, he’s cute. “Nice to meet you,” you say.

Today is a day like any other on the busy streets of Vesuvia. It’s early spring. The sun is shining and the weather’s fair. You’ve made especially good sales at the shop so far today, so you decided to treat yourself to some pumpkin bread for lunch. You’re so familiar with the walk to the bakery, you could do it with your eyes closed.

You smell the bakery before you see it. It wafts, spicy and sweet, through the double doors. This smell is a little different than usual. It’s fruitier.

“Good morning,” says the man behind the counter. It’s Arman, the same old man who’s worked behind the counter as long as you can remember.

“Arman, it’s past noon,” you say, a laugh on your voice.

Arman glances at the clock behind him. “So it is! What can I get you today? The usual?”

You sniff the air again. “Say, it smells different today.”

“I hired a new baker, he’s testing out some recipes,” Arman replies. “Selasi, come out here and meet my favorite customer!”

“Be right out!” comes the answer. The voice is rich and clear; the sort of voice that makes you curious to meet the owner.

A young man steps out of the kitchen, wiping his dark hands on his apron. His head is shaved and his shoulders are broad. There’s flour smudged on his cheek, just below one of his dark, almond-shaped eyes. “Hello,” he says with a broad smile, flashing white teeth. He offers you his hand.

You accept the hand and shake it, smiling back at him. Stars above, he’s cute. “Nice to meet you,” you say.

You hold each other’s hand for just a moment longer than normal. Kindness is written in every detail of his face. Arman clears and throat and you release his hand, feeling yourself blush.

“This is Selasi, my apprentice,” Arman says. “Selasi, this is the best magician in Vesuvia.”

“Oh, don’t tease,” you say, blush intensifying.

Arman tells Selasi your name and the new baker repeats it, saying each syllable slowly. You were never too crazy about your name, but it sounds poetic when he says it.

Arman looks between you and Selasi, still watching each other with interest. “Weren’t you going to buy something?” he asks you.

“R-right!” you stammer, still looking at Selasi.

Selasi raises his eyebrow. “Well? What do you want?” Arman asks.

“Um.” You look at Arman, feeling the strangest sense of confusion. Your mind is swimming. You can’t seem to remember anything that Arman sells.

“Selasi,” you finally think you say, “what do you reccomend?”

He blinks at the question, like he’s surprised you would ask him. “I just made a rosemary and olive oil loaf,” he says. “If you like that sort of thing.”

You have a feeling that it’ll be good. “I’ll take it!”

Selasi disappears into the kitchen while you pay Arman. He returns with a loaf wrapped in paper and passes it to you. His hands brush yours. Your eyes meet. He smiles. You look down, embarrassed.

Selasi watches as you unwrap the loaf. You suspect he’s not the most experienced, and keen to know what you think.

The bread has a rough, dark-brown crust, smattered with toasted rosemary leaves. The rich, fragrant smell makes your mouth water. You tear off a piece and find that the crust is tough, but it inside is fluffy and soft. The white is still steaming. You take a bite.

It’s chewy and warm. The flavor is piney, floral and earthy. You feel like you’re indoors on a chilly autumn day, the windows coated in dew.

“It’s amazing,” you say.

There’s that big, beautiful smile. The sun is shining from Selasi’s face. It’s so hard not to stare.

Arman clears his throat again. “Don’t you have a shop to run?” he asks.

“Oh! Yeah. I’ll get going.”

“I hope to see you soon,” says Selasi. You hope he means it.

After that day, you start dropping by the bakery more often. Selasi always has something new and delicious for you to try. Sometimes he makes a sweet cake or pastry. He even tries bagels once or twice. Arman likes to tease you.

“What a surprise, it’s the magician,” he might say.

Or, “my goodness, I wonder what brought you in today?”

Or if Selasi wasn’t in, “Lover boy isn’t around, but we’ve still got bread.”

One day you and Selasi are chatting. He leans through the kitchen window to look at you, resting his cheek on his hand, elbow on the frame. He has a soft look in his eyes are you chat about your day.

“Tell me, is it really the bread you keep coming back for?” he asks.

The question catches you off-guard. You feel your face heating up. “Well, it is good bread.”

He sighs. “So it’s just the bread?”

You look at the ground, then back up at him. “And the company.”

Selasi smiles against his hand. He’s so handsome, you could lay down and die.

“Well, the company likes you too. Here, I tried bagels again.” He steps away from the window.

“Oh boy,” you say. “Why do you keep trying bagels? They give you such a hard time.”

“I want to be the guy who can bake anything,” Selasi says as he reappears. “Even bagels. Here.”

He passes you a bagel and you take a tentative bite. It’s savory. You can taste garlic, onion, and basil. It’s his best one yet. You try another bite, this time surprised at the sharp sweetness of a dried tomato. He finally got the texture right; chewy, but not too dense.

Selasi must see what you’re thinking. “Better?”

You nod, mouth still full. It’s much better. The delight on his face make you want to melt.

“I don’t want to tell you how many batches I went through last night, trying to get the recipe down.”

“I bet Arman was pleased with all the wasted ingredients,” you say, still feeling a little high on your bagel.

“Oh, he wasn’t too happy.”

“Well it was worth it. This is really good.”

Some weeks later, it’s mid summer. The days are hot but you still stop by the bakery at least twice a week. Today, you wave hello to Arman and let yourself into the kitchen, where Selasi is just sliding a pan into the oven.

“Goooood morning,” you call.

Selasi smiles at you. It’s hot in the kitchen, and sweet is beaded on Selasi’s forehead. He’s rolled up the sleeves of his shirt, revealing his thick, strong arms. The skin is glossy. He pulls a rag from his apron and wipes his face. “Sorry, it’s hot in here,” he says.

“You’re fine,” you say, your voice weak. Your heart is thumping in your chest at the sight of him.

“How’s it feel out there?”

“Not much cooler,” you reply, leaning against and empty counter. “I wish it was autumn already.”

“Is that your favorite?” Selasi asks as he rinses his hands with some water from a pump.

“Oh absolutely.”

The baker lifts a giant sack of flour like it’s nothing. He pours it onto scale, freehand. His muscles are taut. “Why’s that?” he asks.

“The weather is nice,” you say. “The rains come. The apples and pumpkins are ripe. Who doesn’t love the fall harvest?”

“That’s fair.” He puts up the flour and chooses some salt. “I never took you for a pumpkin lover.”

“No?”

“I wouldn’t think you’d like such a… plain vegetable.”

“It’s not plain if you dress it up right,” you say. “Arman’s wife used to make this pumpkin bread. It was absolutely to die for. It was sweet, with a lot of nuts.”

“He talks about her a lot,” Selasi says. “She must’ve been a great lady.”

“She was, and they loved each other to bits. Arman just adored her.”

“What a privilege, to love someone that much.” Arman chooses a huge bag of sugar and begins to pour. “I hope I find that, someday.”

“Me too,” you reply, watching him. He glances at you, smiles, and you look away. One of these days he’s going to notice how much time you spend looking at him, if he hasn’t already.

Selasi puts the sugar back then comes towards you. He reaches one arm above you, his broad chest inches from yours. His dark eyes meet yours and your heart stops.

“Sorry,” he whispers, looking away.

“Don’t be,” you say. This close, you can feel the warmth of his body.

He steps back, holding a container. He shakes it. “Cinnamon.”

“Right, of course,” you say, looking pointedly away. The room feels even hotter.

He turns to add the spice to the bowl and you make a panicked face at the ground. He’s so cute, it’s completely unfair.

The days get shorter and cooler. It’s time for the fall harvest and everyone in the city is doing their part to prepare for winter, but you’re stuck inside. You seem to have caught the flu. You get by alright running the shop most days, but you’re too exhausted to do anything else. Eventually, you’re forced to close up shop so you can get some rest.

You reopen after a few days, improved but still not at your best. Even though you’re feeling better, you’re kept busy. There’s a lot of work to catch up on. You make it to the market to buy so ingredients at some point, but your scarcely get through two vendors before you have to make your retreat.

One morning you force yourself out of bed. You decide to throw one something nice, hoping it’ll make you feel less gross. As you open up the shop, you wonder how Selasi is doing. Perhaps he noticed that you haven’t been by in a couple weeks, but it’s just as likely that he’s been too preoccupied with the fall harvest. You’re sure lots of people are turning to him and Arman for a convenient meal.

You’re practically asleep at the counter when the bell rings. “Welcome in,” you say, unfocused.

“No special welcome for a friend?” You recognize that voice.

You focus on the figure at the door. It’s Selasi, wearing a hat and carrying a basket. He has an old, brown cloak around his shoulders. The sight him is a relief, but then you feel the panic. You know that you look awful; every regular who stops in had told you so.

“Sorry, I’m a little out of it,” you say, straightening up. “What brings you by?”

“My favorite customer hasn’t been by in a while, I was starting to worry,” he says.

You’re touched. “I’ve been sick,” you say.

“I can tell. You look-”

“Rough, I know.”

“I was going to say tired,” he says. “You look nice today, though. Not just today. I mean…” he trails off with a smile.

“You’re sweet,” you say, feeling yourself blush.

Selasi rubs the back of his neck. “Are you sure you should be up?”

You shrug. “I’ve already been closed for a few days. Someone has to keep business going.”

“I know how that is. I’ve had to work sick a few times.”

You raise an eyebrow. “You make food while sick?”

“Arman does the baking,” he says quickly. “But here, I brought you something.”

Intrigued, you watch him set the basket on the counter. When he opens the lid a beautiful, sweet smell hits your nose. He passes you a loaf of bread, wrapped in a purple cloth. He gives you an encouraging smile as you unwrap it and try a bite.

The loaf is dense and buttery, falling apart in your mouth. It’s topped with a crunchy brown sugar crust, and loaded with nuts. You can pick out flavors of cinnamon and pumpkin, rich and mildly sweet.

You close your eyes and moan.

“That good?”

You swallow and open your eyes. “You made pumpkin bread.”

“I remember you talking about it,” he says. “Since it’s the season, I asked Arman if he had his wife’s recipe. He was happy to share her memory.”

“This is amazing,” you say. “It tastes like my childhood, but better. The crust is you, right? It’s genius.”

He beams. You feel warm, and not just because of the bread. “I’ll keep it in stock from now on,” he says.

“I hope you do, this is the best bread in Vesuvia.”

“So, listen,” he says. “I wanted to ask you something.”

He’s fidgeting, nervous. You lower the bread and give him your attention.

“I hope it’s not presumptuous,” he goes on. “But if you wanted to go on a real date sometime-”

“Yes,” you say, so quickly he’s startled.

“Great!” he says. “I knew the bread was a good idea.”

“A fantastic bribe, if I do say so.”

Selasi takes the basket. You love that smile of his, how it makes his eyes twinkle like stars. It makes your heart ache.

“I have to get back to work, but stop buy when you’re feeling better,” he says. “We can get drinks.”

“I’d like that.”

Selasi leaves, the bell tinkling after him. You take another bite of the bread, closing your eyes to savor the taste. It really is the best bread in town, and not just because the baker is so cute.

[lavandamichelle]

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Top 5 soups I regularly have from the store

1. Chickarina. Funny name, 2 interesting types of meat, and the essentials for flavor, with very funny funky little bead noodles. 9/10 (not quite perfection)

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[jackzillanyanut8008]

Star Wars FA Rewrite Part 4

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Chapter 15: Two Teams, One Base

Varax had a hunch that Aliana liked Rey. You don’t need to be a space wizard to know that. But he figured that they would be good for each other. Much to Leia’s dismay. “Great, now on top of a retired Jedi Master and a hotshot pilot I now have to look over a Sith Lord with a Romeo complex” she says to Rey and Aliana after they tell the crew on the Falcon the news. Aliana gives Leia a look of disappointment “Nooooo not the Romeooooo” she says as she covers her face in her hands with a groan. Han and Chewie are laughing next to Leia and Varax even gets a good chuckle out before Leia tells them to stop being jackasses. 

“Regardless we still need to figure out a way to destroy the First Order’s superweapon: Starkiller Base” she says as she clears her throat. Finn stands up and points to a large tower on the planet’s surface “That tower leads directly into the planet's shield generator” Finn explains showing a red path to the inner crust of the former planet Ilum. “If we can plant some explosives on the generators below, it could disable their shields long enough for a bombing squad to finish it off” Finn adds as he crosses his arms. 

Han looks up at Finn with a grin “I’ll get you there, and I think Leia can scrounge up some bombs for us, but what about Kylo Ren?” Han says as he scratches his short, gray beard. “I’ll keep Ren preoccupied, I can lead him away long enough for you guys to plant the bombs” Varax says, putting his hands behind his head. Han and the others give him a look of uncertainty “You sure Varax? Kylo is-” Han attempts to say before Varax cuts him off “I’ve dealt with Kylo’s type before, sure he has power, but he can’t use it worth a damn” he says, almost deasing the Dark Jedi.

“Then it’s settled. Rey, Aliana, and Varax will lead Kylo away from the generators while Han, Chewbacca and Finn will plant the charges so Poe and Black Squadron can bombard the base.” Leia says as she stands up to leave. Everyone nods in agreement, understanding their roles in the mission at hand.

Varax walks out to get some air, he unclips his lightsaber from his belt and looks at it. “We were peacekeepers…” he says in his mind before re-clipping the lightsaber to his belt as he boards the Fury for takeoff. While on board he notices Rey and Aliana talking in the cockpit. They notice him and he gives them a gentle smile under his black goatee beard as he heads to the workshop to do a check on his saber “Lemme know when we get there!” He says as he shuts the door behind him. The Fury and Falcon take off and charter a course for the First Order’s front door.

Chapter 16: Darth Greaseball & Captain Chrome Dome

Varax has a fond memory of building his lightsaber. He remembers it originally being a regular single bladed saber. But as time grew on, Varax made more and more modifications to the saber, in hopes of perfecting the blade to be the best ever made. But thanks to his OCD, that likely will never happen. Varax sits back and observes his work, seeing the blade's cyan-blue Kyber crystal sitting in its chamber, glowing an almost white hue inside the dark workshop before Varax repairs the blade and heads out.

“Almost to Ilum, have a seat Varax” Aliana says, using the force to move a chair in the cockpit as the Fury and Falcon begin to exit hyperspace. “I haven’t been here in years, it almost feels like I’m a padawan in Luke’s Jedi Order again… Almost” Varax says solemnly as the land on a clearing in the middle of a forest. 

“Alright, let's distract Darth Greaseball” Varax says as he gets up from his seat. Aliana laughs at the insult for Kylo Ren “DARTH GREASEBALL HAH!!!” she exclaims, almost falling out of her pilot seat from laughing before Rey catches her. They both share a stare before looking up at Varax who's already off ship. Varax pulls out his binoculars and inspects the area, noticing the large, canyon-like gashes carved into Ilum’s crust. 

Meanwhile, Finn, Han, and Chewbacca are wandering the maze like hallways of the Maintenance Sector. Trying their best to find the shield reactors. “C’mon kid, where is this thing, didn’t you say you knew where it was?” Han says, almost out of breath. Chewbacca gives out a supportive grunt as Finn looks around. “Yeah well it is a big sector and sorry that I had to interrupt your nap time old man but we’ve gotta galaxy to save” Finn says, teasing Han for being old. Han gives off a chuckle “Hey with age comes experience Buckethead” he says, punching Finn’s arm before Finn pulls him and Chewie against the wall as a group of Stormtroopers walk past.

“I’ve got a bad feeling about this kid” Han says as he looks over Finn’s shoulder to check for guards. They walk out before seeing Captain Phasma walk right in front of them. Chewie grabs the silver Stormtrooper and pins her against the wall. Finn points his rifle at her silver helmet “Where’s the shield generator Phasma?” he says, finger on the trigger and ready to shoot. Phasma looks at the trio for a moment, “Down the hall to your right, can’t miss it” she says with a grunt. The trio look at each other, Han giving Chewbacca a nod as the Wookie drops Phasma into a trash compactor, much to Finn’s amusement. “Always wanted to do that” Han says as they head to the generator.

Chapter 17: A Scavenger, A Sith, and A Jedi

Varax, Rey and Aliana make their way through the rough terrain of the planet before coming up to a huge gathering of Stormtroopers. A massive speech is being held and led by General Hux with a hologram of Supreme Leader Snoke behind him, towering over his troops and officers. Varax looks at his companions and looks above, noticing a Dreadnaught overhead before hatching an idea. “Aliana I have an idea, if we can pull that Dreadnaught down into the cavern, the weapon may not fully fire” he says, pointing at the warship out in the atmosphere. Aliana looked at the Jedi like he was crazy. “I can’t move that thing, it's too big!!!” she says. 

“Only in your mind is it massive” Varax explains to Aliana. Aliana lets out a sigh “I guess it won’t hurt to try” she says before Varax cuts her off “No, do or do not, there is no try” Varax says, parroting the words of a wise old master he once had. “What does that even mean?!?!” Aliana says confusingly. “Uhhh, okay that might’ve been a bad example” Varax says, unsure what the small green Jedi meant when he enlightened Varax with that proverb “Master Yoda said it a lot though” he says sheepishly. 

Aliana rolls her eyes and outstretches her hand, Varax following after as the two pull the Dreadnaught into the atmosphere as it crashes down into the chasm behind them. Rey watches in awe at the feat, never thinking anyone Jedi, Sith, or otherwise could do such a thing. 

As the ship crashes into the canyon a beam of red energy is fired but quickly disperses as the Stormtroopers look around confused. Hux looks at the hologram of the Supreme Leader which disappears shortly after. The trio head inside the base and try to find a spot to contact Finn and the others. “That was awesome!!! You guys dragged that thing right into the planet’s crust!! How’d you do it?” Rey says and asks as they run through the halls.

Varax looks back at her “A trick I picked up from a Jedi named Galen Marek” he says, partially out of breath, “It tires you out pretty quick but it works!” he adds as they turn a corner to see Finn Han and Chewbacca on a lower floor planting the bombs. However they also see a squad of Stromtroopers rain fire down on them “Let’s give them some backup” Varax says as he throws back his black cloak and drops down to the troopers below, igniting his saber as he cuts the soldiers down. Aliana follows short and gets in on the carnage, Rey follows last and shoots a couple with her blaster.

Chapter 18: So Long Sweet Smuggler

As the fighting dies down, Han looks out across the nearby bridge and sees Kylo walking toward him. Han steps onto the bridge as the others deal with the troops. “BEN!!” He yells through the empty, black abyss stopping Kylo in his tracks. The Dark Jedi looks at the smuggler “Move aside old man, or die”. Han tosses his blaster behind him “Take off the mask son, I wanna see your face” he says. Kylo sits for a moment before removing his mask, dropping it onto the bridge in front of him. 

Varax quickly realizes what Han’s about to do “no,no,no,no,no” he says softly before calling out to Han “NO YOU DAMN FOOL DON’T DO IT!!!” Varax yells. Rey and the others look on in fear as Han approaches his son. Han looks at Varax and gives a salute as he crosses the bridge. “You’re not a monster Ben, come home, to your family” Han says to the Dark Jedi as he steps closer to his son.

Kylo walks up to his father, a brief flash of hope flies through him before he kills it. “I’m sorry dad” Kylo says flatly, before impaling him through the chest with his lightsaber “but the First Order is my family now” he adds, kicking his father into the white abyss below him.

“NO!!!” Rey and Varax say, as Finn and Aliana stand in shock. Chewbacca lets out a mighty roar as he blasts Kylo’s stomach with his Bow Blaster. Kylo keels over from the pain as he looks back at the Wookie, who roars at Kylo in anger before ramming through a group of Stormtroopers. 

“C’mon Rey we have to go!” Aliana says as she grabs Rey’s arm before she shoots Kylo across the face with her blaster pistol. Varax uses the Force to grab Han’s blaster as the five of them race back to their ship. On the way there Chewbacca detonates the shields as a cover to keep Ren off their back.

The five of them run through the forest before hearing Kylo call out to them. He looks at Finn “TRAITOR!!!” he yells at the former stormtrooper. Finn tries to shoot Kylo but the Dark Jedi freezes the bolts mid air and returns them back to Finn aiming right at his torso. As Finn falls to the ground, Rey grabs Aliana’s lightsaber and ignites it. Kylo Ren looks at her with a snarl “You’re nothing, desert trash! I come from the most powerful family in the galaxy. And you are a nobody” he says, poking at Rey

Rey looks at Kylo in rage, “I’m gonna make you hurt you greasy fuck!”

Chapter 19: The Wrath Of Irus

Rey screams as she charges Kylo and swings Aliana’s lightsaber like a crazed lunatic, Kylo hardly being able to keep up with her absurd speed and power as she locks in both their sabers and punches Kylo’s side, still raw from his wound from Chewbacca. Kylo coughs up a mouthful of blood as Rey disconnects the saber and starts smacking her saber against Kylo’s like a club, still screaming out her anger and rage.

Meanwhile, Aliana and Varax struggle to get Finn to 2V so he can fix his wounds. The two look back at Rey as she fights the Dark Jedi “She’ll be fine” Varax tells Aliana “Anger is the best tool in a fight, in some cultures she’d be worshiped as a queen” he says. Aliana gives Varax a look of concern “Yeah… not a good time” he says as they lay Finn down onto the operating table on the Fury.

Back in the forest, Kylo is trying his best to hold his own against Rey, who’s practically chasing him through the woods as she slices Aliana’s lightsabers through the trees trying to kill the Dark Jedi. “he was YOUR FATHER he CARED about YOU and YOU KILLED HIM IN COLD BLOOD!!!” she yells, her voice echoing through the treetops like a bestail howl. She eventually catches Kylo off guard and cuts through his blade, gashing the middle of his face as he collapses to the ground.

Before Rey could finish the job however, she’s pulled back to the Fury by the force. She looks up and sees Varax before he grabs her arm and pulls her into the ship as they take off. He pushes her onto the couch, a look of anger painted all over his face “WHAT THE HELL IS WRONG WITH YOU” he yells, his voice echoing through the ship. Rey tries to speak but Varax cuts her off “YOU COULD’VE JEOPARDIZED THIS ENTIRE MISSION AND ENDANGERED THE LIVES OF EVERYONE”. Rey looks down, realizing she's still holding Aliana’s lightsaber, she holds it up to the Sith “Sorry for taking it, I should’ve known better” she says, almost in a whisper as she gets up and heads to her room. Aliana looks at the blade, a few drops of Kylo’s blood sprinkled across the emitter. “I’ll go talk to her, maybe try to cheer her up, also THAT was uncalled for Varax” she says as she follows Rey to her room.

Varax sits in the living room, looks at the blade in his hands, and sighs. Before heading to bed.

(Final Part Coming Soon)

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GameStop Reports Earnings Today. What to Expect.

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