In the pitch-black expanse of space, countless stars hung against the dark, forming a vast river of stars streaked with orange-red nebulae. It looked like a waterfall of stars, sparkling as it spilled across the heavens—a sight so beautiful it was intoxicating.
Especially...
When the person admiring the view had someone they loved beside them, sharing it?
"Wow!"
"It's beautiful..."
On Anakin's Jedi shuttle, Padmé Amidala sat in the copilot's seat, without any attendants. She gazed out at the scenery beyond the cockpit and sighed softly in admiration.
"Anakin, look! It's so beautiful out there~!"
To her, nothing could be better or more romantic than taking a trip—not too long, not too short—through space with the person she loved.
Though she knew nothing could ever really come of things between her and Anakin—she had once been a queen and was now a senator, while he was a Jedi Knight. Their positions meant they were unlikely to have a happy ending... Still, that didn't stop her from wanting to spend time with the person she cared for. Especially during the extra few days they'd been delayed on Naboo, and these past few days since they'd set off. She was certain that being alone with him made her feel relaxed and happy.
She knew it was a feeling of happiness. It might not last long, and one day she would have to wake from this dream, but for now, she wanted to enjoy it while she could.
"..."
Anakin didn't respond to Padmé. He was busy checking the ship's instruments and warily watching the space around them, alert for any danger that might appear at any moment. He had no time to admire the galactic scenery she was talking about.
"This trip should go smoothly, Anakin. You don't have to worry so