As we were walking towards the Palace's Council Meeting room, I began thinking of what would happen next.
It won't come as a shock for the Neimodians to accuse us of building illegal ships once the case against them fully starts, honestly, I'd be more shocked and terrified if they don't. Because that would mean Palpatine has a plan for me.
However, once the Trade Federation does, I'll have a plan for them. I've gotten the support of Palpatine's personal connections, the War Faction, and a few of my own personal ones.
However, I do not believe that'd be enough, I still need a reason for my Military expansion. So that even if I don't get any consequences, I can still operate them.
So essentially, I'd need to gain the same possibilities as the Corporate Alliance, Intergalactic Bankingclan, The Trade Federation, and TechnoUnion.
All these have large standing armies and navies, and they work completely separately from those of the normal planets.
The Trade Federation for example has a larger standing navy than the Judicial Forces itself.
Well, we'll get to that when the time comes.
Now, we have to tell Anakin that Qui Gon is dead.
Due to the fact we didn't need to send Naboo pilots into space to fight off a single Lucrehulk, and that we had a safe camp, Anakin was ordered to stay in the camp by Qui Gon. I didn't know as I had nothing to do with it.
But apparently, he came back alongside Amidala once the battle was over.
As we walked to the Meeting room I engaged in some small talk.
"So, you're taking Anakin as your Padawan?" I asked Obi-Wan.
"Yes, he's got the potential and Qui Gon saw something in him, I'm sure he'll do great things as a Jedi." Obi-Wan said with a smile, it seems he's already preparing himself for the role of Master.
"That's great, well if you ever need any help just tell me, if you want Anakin to train with my soldiers, if you need help on a mission. I'd gladly help, you're a great Jedi Obi-Wan and I'm sure you'll become a strong one in the future." I said with a smile, I had became good friends with Obi-Wan during this mission, although he is like 9 years older.
He was 25 and I was 16, but we both acted as though we were the same age, the perk of being like 37 years old mentally.
"I appreciate that, Count Thalron. I'll make sure to take you up on that later." He said, just as we entered the Council Room.
In the room, Padme sat in her usual Queen chair. The droid control panel had been removed and taken to the corner of the room, around her sat all the Councilors, and in the middle stood Viceroy Gunray with 4 of my Royal Guards.
Quarsh stood also at her side, while Tyr, Jaime, and Thorne stood around as well.
And lastly, the Gungan Boss sat across from Padme but at the end of the circle.
"Greetings." I said as I entered the room, and I could see Padme get relieved, I guess she knew of my adventures into the heat of battle.
"Greetings, Count Veridian." Bibble said as he stood up and bowed.
"We gratefully appreciate everything you've done for us, we cannot possibly repay this debt, but fear not that we, The Royal Government of Naboo. Shall not forget this and will wholeheartedly support you in any endeavor you require." He said, as all the other Councilmen and Women stood up and did the same, even Padme and the Gungan Boss ended up doing the same.
"I could not sit and let the Trade Federation do as they please, Thyferra had the same problems with Corporations, and I could not stand this unlawful invasion of your great planet." I said, as I too bowed.
And with that, the pressure lightened and we began talking.
"What mesa do with these bonkers?" Boss Nass asked.
"I suggest we burn them, maybe let the people watch and burn it themselves, to let out the fury they had with these droids." Bibble said, he understood the people better than anyone, having studied them at school, and knew it was human nature to get revenge and they needed someone to vent their anger to.
"With all due respect, the droid army is not something we can just burn, I request your permission to take these droids for myself, we will study them and perhaps come up with ways to hack or shut them down externally." I said, and Quarsh nodded.
"I agree with Count Veridian, these droids have extensive programming and with Thyferra's resources and money they could slice these droids and come up with counter-measures." He said.
"Very well, ownership of the droid remains shall be transferred to you, Boss Nass, you wouldn't mind helping Count Veridian transfer them to his ships?" Queen Amidala said and asked at the same time.
"Oooh noo, mesa no mind." He said, before beginning to shake his head furiously, releasing spit everywhere.
"Now, what about the droid ship remains over the planet?" Asked Quarsh.
"These remains can be sold to the Trade Federation or any other for great prices, the ship parts are expensive and they can help manually boost back our economy." The Minister of Economy said.
"I agree with the Minister, however, I suggest you use them for military expansion. You've seen what happens if you do not have a Military. I suggest you form a single Military unit, that isn't split by human and Gungan race, but together." I said, and a puzzled look entered all their faces, especially Boss Nass.
"That would be a great idea, and with the spare parts we could create more ships, perhaps even capital ships." Quarsh said excitedly, it was in the nature of all Military officers to want to expand.
"The Gungans are great close combat fighters, but they lack in range. But your Naboo soldiers can make up for that. Additionally, I'll leave the E-5 Blaster Rifles, these can be used to equip your Gungans Boss Nass, the E-5 are fine weapons, easy to produce, and easy to use." I said.
"Well, Boss Nass, we the Naboo Government agree with this proposal, and we will put it forth if you agree." Padme said as she stood up, walked to Boss Nass, and stretched her hand out, waiting for him to take it.
"Mesa think, isa sound like grand plan!" He said, first a bit silent, but the last part came out as a shout as he stood up and shook Padme's hand.
Then they began discussing the future army they would create, they often turned to me, Tyr, and Jaime. Asking for our advice, I had experience in funding and the connection between the Army and the Navy, while Tyr and Jaime were experts in their own fields.
Soon, enough a few minutes turned into an hour, and an hour turned into 3. And that's when it ended.
"Count Thalron, what will you be doing now?" Padme asked.
"We stole two Lucrehulks, I'll go visit them, and equip it with the troops. I'll then head back and prepare my defense against the Trade Federation." I said, and Padme looked outraged.
"Defense? Why would you need a defense!?" She exclaimed.
"Sadly, the Valiant, Munificent, and Gladiators, all go past the restrictions of the Ruusan Reformation, the Trade Federation will without a doubt attempt to drag us down, either for the drowning man to drown another or to show that helping a force attacked by the Trade Federation won't work," I said, and they all slowly understood.
"I'll have Senator Palpatine gather all our supporters, we'll use the last of our political power if we can. He's not become Chancellor, and if he does he will still support you." Bibble said, it was obvious he thought less of Palpatine, for staying on Coruscant instead of coming home, so Bibble wanted Palpatine to do something as well.
"Thank you, Governor Bibble, I'll be taking my leave now. If you require any further advice, just call me." I said as I did a slight formal bow before turning around and leaving, General Tyr, Lord Commandant Alexander, Commander Thorne, and Admiral Jaime followed me.
As we left I could hear Padme say the meeting was over.
She then ran after me, I could hear her footsteps before shouting. "Count Thalron, please wait!" She shouted as she walked fast towards me.
"Head ahead, and I'll meet you at the shuttle, order the fleet to set course for Inusagi," I said as I stopped, the other followed ahead, but Jon and Robb waited from a distance away.
She walked up to me and closed the distance between our faces, I could feel her breath and smell the perfume, it was a strawberry smell.
I tried to speak, but before I could she gave me a small peck on my chin.
I was completely bewildered, I didn't think she had it in her, she's 14 after all.
"Thank you, Thalron. The entirety of Naboo owes you, and so do I." She said.
After getting out of my shock, I got a slight blush on my face but it quickly disappeared.
"It was no problem, Padme, I hope to see you soon." I said as I began walking away, I could feel her eyes on me as I walked away.
As I approached Jon and Robb I could hear their chuckle.
"Seems ya finally got yourself your first kiss." Jon said, struggling to not begin all out laughing.
"Oh shut up, Jon. I doubt you even have had one yet." I said, and with that, Robb burst out laughing while Jon shut up.
"I've kissed someone…" He said silently as we walked, making Robb laugh even more.
Obi-Wan never really participated in the talks, he announced Maul and Qui-Gon Jinn-s death, then he left to talk with Anakin.
As we reached the shuttle, it flew us into space and towards the Valiant.
As we were flying Jaime began talking.
"What should we do with the Lucrehulks? We do not even have close to enough men to man those 2. Just the Command Center, it's required 130 organics. Maintenance would require 3200 droids, but about 6400 organic ones, and the general crew comes out to 20 000 droids or 40 000 organics, as each position needs 2 crews or for every 3 people there'd be 1 in reserve." Jaime said.
"Precisely, that's why we'll use the droids." I said, shocking them all.
"What!? We'll use the trade federation droids!? They might have a safe switch for them, and even worse all the droids they have are shit, they suck at shooting, fixing everything!" Jaime exclaimed.
He was right, the droids of the Trade Federation were made to be cheap, and using these droids would be dangerous, they could have a safe switch or anything.
"Yes, but the Lucrehulks won't serve in a battle purpose. They'll be our fighter and troop carriers, they'll be in the back of the formation and won't suffer damages." I said, Jaime somewhat understood but it was still stupid.
"But Your Grace, the Trade Federation built these droids, they can be hacked, we can't use the droids without having made extreme precautions," Jaime said.
"I agree, which is why we'll use them now, then land them on Pendrillion, and transfer our cyber-experts there, we'll perform experiments and develop our own code." I said and he reluctantly nodded.
"General Tyr, make sure to have a majority of our troops on those Lucrehulks, and have them be prepared for battle at all times and cautious, in case the Trade Federation attempts anything." I said.
"Yes, My Lord. Consider it done." He replied.
"Good, now Alexander, have the majority of the Royal Guards be with Viceroy Gunray, we'll have him as a hostage so that the Trade Federation does not attempt anything." I said, and he responded with a "Yes, My Lord."
And with that, the shuttle entered the Valiant hangar and our conversation stopped.
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