First Diplomatic Meeting [Video] Wednesday Morning | Week 42

[didnotlosethewilltolive]

[The video flickers to life after a moment, and a face will appear. She seems composed, but she's dressed plainly and her hair is down, if anyone knew her, they'd be surprised...for a number of reasons. She is fingering what appears to be a wooden trinket in her hands as she sits. Still inside the ship for the moment at least.

Her voice is composed, barely and there is a hint of steel behind her words. Okay more then a hint.]

Where are my children?

Whoever is in charge of this kidnapping, you did a poor job restraining me. I am willing to talk, but only if you tell me what has happened to my children.

....Palpatine, if you are behind this. Then I remind you that I am still a Senator, and unless you have destroyed them already I still have rights. You cannot detain me like this without informing the government of Naboo. I have done nothing wrong.

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[didnotlosethewilltolive]

[She's being confused on all fronts with timelines, kidnapping, not kidnapping, people who look like her. However she is a politician, and she tries to keep her replies calm.]

That seems to be the running theme of the day. Do you mean in person or on these devices?

[last_ofthe_jedi]

[Uh oh, it sounds like someone else got to her first. That could be a good thing or a bad thing.]

In person would probably be best. Do you know your way around town?

[didnotlosethewilltolive]

Not yet. But if you were to meet me outside the spaceship we wake up in, that would be preferable.

[She's pretty sure she can find her way out that far at least.]

[last_ofthe_jedi]

You're still at the ship? [He sounds slightly surprised.] Wow, you must've just woken up.

Sure, I'll be out there in about half an hour.

[Luke's really not fond of going anywhere near that ship but for his mother he'll certainly make an exception.]

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[didnotlosethewilltolive]

Just recently yes. Alright. I'll be there.

[And half an hour later you will find your mother waiting outside the ship.]

[last_ofthe_jedi]

[Luke's right on time but it's hard to read his expression. He's keeping it neutral on purpose, fearing giving away too much too soon. Being a politician Padme might pick up on this.]

Hi. You doing alright?

[didnotlosethewilltolive]

[She does, but keeps it to herself.]

I must admit I've had better days.

You didn't say who you were.

[But to be honest, she has a guess. She seems to be studying his face as well.]

[last_ofthe_jedi]

Uh... [He lets out a resigned breath.] I think I should tell you a bit first before revealing myself. It'll make sense, I promise.

We should go back to town before it gets dark. I'll explain on the way.

[He takes a step in the direction he just came from, waiting for Padme to follow.]

[didnotlosethewilltolive]

Very well.

[And she'll follow him into town.]