[ her eyes flutter open only when the connection breaks, surprise parting her lips. she looks up and over at him, lowering her hand. briefly she searches for some form of approval in him, but … she squashes that instinct quickly.

it has never gotten her anywhere. not with han solo. not with luke. ]

But someone who benefits from instigating all-out civil war between them.

[ it feels as good as she had imagined it might after seeing that vision — falling into step with him, like this. effortless. that could be dangerous. ]

The guard will need to question them. If they discover this, it may stop Empress Nama from reacting. [ in case it wasn't clear that she still prioritizes nonviolence, she raises one hand towards a crowd of the guards and shouts a quick, ] Hey! Over here!