[center][h2] Mandalore the Risen [/h2][/center]

"That's definitely a possibility, so as I understand, they were a fairly new model. Let us hope that HJ managed to shut down the Foundry before too many of those were shipped out." I look around at the waiting faces of the other Mandalorian clan leaders. "The rest of you all know your jobs. Call your warriors and be ready to head out to your assigned strike positions. Once the shield is down, we rush in from all directions, divide their forces and conquer. Any questions? No? Then get moving!" There is a quick cheer of 'For Mand'alor' before my people begin moving in every direction, preparing for battle.

[center][h2] Becca Twilight [/h2][/center]

I can see the distress plain on Ava's face, not to mention sense her inner conflict. The way the clan chiefs look at her whenever she talks about HJ... I can tell she is self conscious. "Av... or Mand'alor, could I have a quick word with you?"

 [center][h2] Mandalore the Risen [/h2][/center]

I don't meet Becca's eyes. "No, Master Jedi, I'm afraid not. There is far too much for me to do right now. I have an army to lead, and a battle to win. And you have a young girl to protect, so I suggest we both focus on our jobs and leave the other to deal with their own." I turn and walk away.

[center][h2] Korré [/h2][/center]

I frown. "She seems upset."

[center][h2] Xanthippe Naberrie [/h2][/center]

"Don't worry about her. She can handle herself. You, on the other hand, need rest. Come along, I'll take you to your room." I put an arm around her and lead her away, waving for Becca to come along too.

[center][h2] Becca Twilight [/h2][/center]

I shake my head sadly before following. As we go, I pass close to where Hayden and the other strike team members gather. "Hey... be careful, alright? I don't like you getting this close to danger, but I've learned not to try and talk you out of things you have your mind set on. So just... don't be stupid. Can you at least do that?"

[center][h2] Hayden Twilight [/h2][/center]

I shrug. "I've made it this far, haven't I?" I glance towards where Korré and Xan wait by the door. "Have fun babysitting. Glad to see you think protecting Sucal's carrier is more important than winning the war."

[center][h2] Becca Twilight [/h2][/center]

"Not all wars are one on the battlefield, and protecting what we love is a much better motivator than destroying what we hate."

[center][h2] Hayden Twilight [/h2][/center]

I roll my eyes. "That is the worst line I've ever heard. Is that how all Jedi think? Glad I never finished my training."

[center][h2] Becca Twilight [/h2][/center]

I consider saying more, but I resist. "I'll see you afterwards. May the Force be with you... my daughter." I turn and walk away at last.

[center][h2] Hayden Twilight [/h2][/center]

Sighs, placing both hands on the holo table. "Yeah, you too."