Ahsoka, with Rotta in tow, sprinted across the desert sands, her heart racing with the urgency of her mission. The Palace loomed ahead, a bastion of opulence in the otherwise desolate landscape. As she approached, she could see the hive of activity around the entrance. The Hutt guards looked surprised to see a Jedi, especially one with the Huttlet in her arms. She swiftly made her way to the throne room.
Inside, Jabba the Hutt lounged on his dais, surrounded by his entourage of bounty hunters and alien underlings. His slitted eyes narrowed when he caught sight of Ahsoka, but when he recognized Rotta, a low rumble of relief echoed through the chamber. "Rotta!" he exclaimed, his voice a deep rumble.
Ahsoka, breathless from the run, knelt before Jabba, placing Rotta on the floor. "Your son is safe, Jabba," she panted, handing over the data chip. "This... this is from the one who helped us, Spectre."
The protocol droid, 3PO, took the chip and inserted it into a nearby device. A holographic projection of Dante, his face obscured by a fox-like mask, appeared before them. The recording played, revealing the treacherous conversation between Ventress and Dooku, the latter's voice cold and calculated as he spoke of their true intentions. The droids had been programmed to capture Rotta, not to kill him, but to use him as leverage against Jabba. The room grew tense as the recording ended, the weight of the deceit heavy in the air.
(A/n The Recording shows the conversation of Dooku and Ventress in the Monastery)
Jabba's massive form heaved, his displeasure palpable. The droid translated for him, "The Jedi have served me well. Spectre has proven a valuable ally. Tell him, he shall be rewarded."
Ahsoka, standing before the dais, nodded solemnly. "I shall pass on your words, Jabba."
The protocol droid, 3PO, fidgeted nervously as it translated Jabba's response, "Good. Now, leave me. I wish to spend time with my son."
Ahsoka nodded and took a step back, "As you wish, Jabba. I'll report to the Council that we've completed the mission."
Jabba's tongue flicked out as he considered the situation, then he waved a dismissive hand at her. "Jabba understands. The Jedi and the Republic are in his debt. Go, tell your Council and the Chancellor. Jabba will discuss the details with them."
Suddenly a beeping sound echoes throughout the room.
"Your uncle Ziro is contacting us." The Droid said as Jabba nods to allow the transmission to be accepted only to see a slender female Human instead of his Uncle Ziro.
"Greetings, honorable Jabba. I am Senator Amidala of the Galactic Congress. I have discovered a plot against you by one of your own. Your uncle will admit he conspired with Count Dooku to kidnap your son...and frame the Jedi for that Crime."
This statement drew in collective gasps of shock from those present even Jabba himself, although he was more composed than others.
What followed was the frantic pleas of Ziro as his image came into view on the Holo projector.
"Ziro will be dealt with by the Hutt family most severely. While this Jedi and the Bounty Hunter Spectre has been able to prove Dooku's plot and involvement, while at the same time returning Jabba's Son. Jabba thanks you for uncovering Ziro's treachery."
Amidala's holographic image nodded solemnly before she cut off the transmission. The room was silent for a moment before the sound of doors opening can be heard.
"Sorry I'm late everyone, I had to Deal with some nuisances." Spectre said as he entered the room throwing one of the severed mechanical droid heads of a Magnaguard onto the floor.
"Jabba thanks the Jedi and you as well Spectre. Your service has been most... valuable. You shall be rewarded," the droid said.
Dante stepped forward, the sand clinging to the bottom of his boots as he approached to stand beside Ahsoka before Jabba. "Thank you, Jabba. However, I have a different request than your typical bounty." He paused, allowing the anticipation to build. "I would like six Seals that has the Hutt's crest on them. Five for some trusted associates of mine, and one for my own use. With these, we can ensure that no one will interfere with our future business endeavors in Hutt Space, no questions asked and free passage."
Jabba's slitted eyes narrowed, his gaze sharp as he regarded Dante. He spoke in Huttese, his tone ponderous. The protocol droid translated, "Spectre's request is trivial and Jabba can easily grant this. It is with the evidence you provided that helped to resolve this, and you have keptyour word to Jabba in ensuring the safety of Jabba's son."
After that it didn't take long until Anakin Skywalker soon arrived but by then Spectre was getting ready to make his leave.
"Wait! I want To thank you for helping me back there." Ahsoka called out to the Bounty Hunter that helped save her from the Magnaguards.
Spectre turned to Ahsoka.
"You didn't need my help. You are more capable than you know, but only if you temper yourself. You still have many flaws you don't yet realise but with time they'll be overcome. I might sound preachy but just take my words seriously. It'll do you alot of good to listen to them. I'm sure we'll cross paths again may the Force be with you Ahsoka Tano."
With that, Spectre made his leave, but it was only then Ahsoka realised something odd in what he said and chased after him but he was nowhere to be found as if he vannished into thin air.
"I never told him my name?"
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Sorry for my absence everyone. I had a great many issues to deal with.
Broken foot from work, finding new job, looking for apartment to rent.
It was alot of stress but finally it has been resolved and I can return to posting chapters for my fictions, I thank you all for your patience and May the Force be with you.