(So I felt a little bad that the last Chapter didn't have much in it so I've made this one a little longer and Ardan's got even stronger... Enjoy!)

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Ardan followed Obi-Wan out into the dark void of space and was entranced by the beauty of it and the silence, Ardan and Kobo was sent here after their father deserted them to the Jedi Order, they were brought here on a transit ship and Ardan didn't get to see space but now he has the vast Galaxy at his mere finger tips.

Obi-Wan: You okay Solari?

Ardan snapped out of the little trance he was in and looked to his left to see Obi-Wan nearby looking at him seemingly concerned.

Ardan gave him a thumbs up letting him know he's okay.

Obi-Wan: Okay. Let's get you to Ilum. Luckily it's on the way...

Ardan pressed the right buttons and followed Obi-Wan into Lightspeed and withing a few moments they came out to see a planet looking back at them...

... Ardan was a little taken back from seeing a planet for the first time at this angle but he's a Jedi and needs to keep his focus and his mind clear, so once Obi-Wan made his way into the planets orbit, Ardan was close behind the Jedi Master as they landed safely and left their starfighters with BD joining Ardan on his shoulder...

... Ardan looked in marvel at the Jedi Temple while Obi-Wan stepped beside him, he remembers when he came here and got his Crystal, it's a memorable moment for a Jedi.

Obi-Wan: Let's get going. We haven't got much time.

Ardan agreed and followed Obi-Wan into the Temple and down to the Icebound Cave's and got a look around...

... It's a beautiful sight to see but as Obi-Wan said, they haven't got much time so Ardan focused his force and searched for his Crystal.

Obi-Wan: Most Jedi do this when their young? Why now?

Obi-Wan asked as Ardan walked through the cave feeling his Crystal calling to him, Obi-Wan joined him and walked beside as BD looked around to all the colourful Crystals.

Ardan: Master Windu wanted me to complete my training before I got my Saber.

Obi-Wan knew that Master Windu trained in both the Light and the Dark so it made sense that he taught Ardan in the same power, Obi-Wan isn't sure how to feel about it but so far from what he's seen from the boy, he's more then impressed.

Ardan: That one...

Ardan walked over and pulled a Crystal out of the ice, he looked to it for a second and made sure it was his, Obi-Wan watched him as he pulled out his brother old hilt...

... Ardan slipped the Crystal into the hilt and shut it looking at the hilt then to Obi-Wan.

Ardan: What if it's red?

Ardan asked joking with a wondering look on his face, Obi-Wan shrugged and Ardan ignited his new Saber...

... Ardan smiled to the colour knowing what it stands for as does Obi-Wan, Obi-Wan just never saw an Orange Lightsaber in person.

Obi-Wan: Balanced with both Light and Dark side of the Force.

Obi-Wan looked impressed while Ardan shut it off and placed it on his right side now having both a Purple and Orange Saber just encase he get's into a situation when two Sabers are needed.

Obi-Wan: Let's go and find Kamino.

Ardan nodded and walked beside the Jedi Master walking out the Cave, the Jedi Temple and towards their Starfighters, Ardan has a new skip in his step after getting his new Saber and can't wait to use it and show Kyly when he gets back to Coruscant...

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Ardan followed Obi-Wan into Lightspeed and out at the coordinates where the Kamino planet is supposed to be and what would you know, Ardan was right all along.

Obi-Wan: There it is. Our missing planet. You were right.

Ardan heard over his radio, Ardan was happy he was right but also worried as to why it would be hidden or removed from their Archives.

Ardan: Do you think we should go and introduces ourselves?

Obi-Wan heard over his side and smiled to the young now double Saber-ed Jedi.

Obi-Wan: You read my mind...

Ardan and Obi-Wan sped towards the planet and to what looked like a small city floating above the ocean being held up by pillars...

... The planet is pouring rain but that isn't going to stop them, Obi-Wan was first to land his Starfighter on a landing platform and Ardan landed close by, they both got out and lifted their robes over their heads keeping the rain from completely soaking them, BD went to joined Ardan but Ardan stopped him.

Ardan: No. You stay here encase something goes wrong. 

BD Beeped understanding him and watched as the hatch to his Starfighter shut leaving BD in the dry, Ardan caught up with Obi-Wan and they both walked into the dry building, Ardan followed Obi-Wan's actions and lowered his hood as a living being with a really big neck...

... Approached them.

Kaminoan: Master Jedi. The Prime Minister is expecting you.

Obi-Wan and Ardan shared a confused look as Obi-Wan looked back to the Kaminoan.

Obi-Wan: I'm expected?

Ardan wasn't sure what to do right now so he just followed his Master's orders, "if your not sure what to say, then don't say anything", that is what Master Windu taught him and what he will always remember.

Kaminoan: Of course. He is anxious to meet you and your...

The Kaminoan looked to Ardan as Ardan wasn't expecting the attention to turn to him so he started to stutter a little but Obi-Wan was quick on his feet.

Obi-Wan: This is my Padawan, Ardan Solari.

Ardan bowed with respect as the Kaminoan seemed to smile slightly and bow a little back.

Kaminoan: ... After all these years, we were beginning to think you weren't coming. Now, please, this way.

Obi-Wan and Ardan followed the Kaminoan as they directed the Jedi's to presumably the Prime Minister.

Obi-Wan: Follow my lead.

Obi-Wan next to whispered to Ardan, Ardan wasn't thinking of doing anything less anyway but to put the Jedi Master's worries to rest, he responded.

Ardan: Of course. Master.

Obi-Wan was a little thankful about that, Anakin would have defiantly questioned him by now or at least attacked one of these people, that wasn't important right now though as the two Jedi's followed the Kaminoan into another room where a Kaminoan sat wearing a different outfit...

... Then the rest and seemed to be of great importance.

Kaminoan: May I present Lama Su, Prime Minister of Kamino.

Obi-Wan bowed to Lama Su and Ardan followed his actions as Lama Su gave a small bow in return.

Kaminoan: And this is Master Jedi -

The Kaminoan indicated to Obi-Wan not knowing who he is making Obi-Wan answer his own name.

Obi-Wan: - Obi-Wan Kenobi. This is my Padawan Ardan Solari.

Ardan gave another small bow of respect not wanting to offend anyone or anything like that on his first assignment.

Lama Su: I trust you'll both going to enjoy your stay.

Ardan then watched as two chairs...

... Lowered either side of the Prime Minister and opposite each other.

Lama Su: Please.

The Prime Minister indicated to both chairs, Obi-Wan walked over to the chair on the right while Ardan sat to the left as Lama Su got comfortable.

Lama Su: And now to business. You will be delighted to hear that we are on schedule.

Ardan looked away from the Prime Minister and to Obi-Wan as Obi-Wan looked more then puzzled by this.

Lama Su: 200,000 units are ready, with a million more well on the way.

Ardan was stunned to hear that and so was Obi-Wan but Obi-Wan was a little less obvious as he looked to the Kaminoan and to Ardan, Ardan relaxed a little knowing that Obi-Wan is a experienced Jedi and knows what he's doing.

Obi-Wan: That's good news.

Obi-Wan looked back to Lama Su as did Ardan but then they both heard a name they haven't heard in a long time.

Lama Su: Please tell your Master Sifo-Dyas that his order will be met on time.

Ardan read about that name in the many scrolls and transcripts that the Jedi Library has safely stored.

Obi-Wan: I'm sorry. Master- 

Obi-Wan clearly wanted to make sure he heard the name right and it wouldn't hurt to make sure with all things considered.

Lama Su: Jedi Master Sifo-Dyas is still a leading member of the Jedi Council, is he not?

Ardan heard about Master Sifo-Dyas and how he was killed around 10 years ago, it was the first time a Jedi Master had died after he came to the Temple with Kobo.

Obi-Wan: Master Sifo-Dyas was killed almost ten years ago.

The Prime Minister of the Kaminoans seemed honestly surprised to hear that but Ardan was really curious as to what Master Sifo-Dyas ordered them to clone over a million of all those years ago.

Lama Su: Oh, I'm so sorry to hear that. But I'm sure he would have been proud of the army we've built for him.

In that entire sentence all Ardan heard was "Army" and he got a little on edge about that, he is still only 16 years old and lacks a great amount of experience but he kept his cool and followed Master Kenobi's lead.

Obi-Wan: The army?

Obi-Wan was clearly surprised to hear that just not as much as Ardan was.

Lama Su: Yes. A Clone army, and I must say, one of the finest we've ever created.

Ardan looked from the Prime Minister then to Obi-Wan hoping to get a grasp of some kind of plan Obi-Wan has but when he focused on Obi-Wan he heard him speak.

Obi-Wan: I hope he can keep calm...

Ardan noticed that Obi-Wan never moved his lips and just listened to Lama Su speak.

Obi-Wan: ... I need to find out more about this before we go jumping to conclusions.

He said again without moving his lips, Ardan wondered if it was him talking at all or if the Kaminoan said something, or maybe even the Prime Minister but it was clear as he could hear Obi-Wan's voice, just another thing to talk to his Master about.

Obi-Wan: Tell me, Prime Minister, when my Master first contacted you about the army, did - did he say who it was for?

Ardan looked away from Obi-Wan still a little weirded out by what just happened and to the Prime Minister as the Kaminoan seemed to be working with them at this point instead of against them.

Lama Su: Of course he did. This army is for the Republic...

That made Ardan relax a little and catch Obi-Wan off guard, if it's for them then no harm or foul, the Empire have Droids so why can't the Republic have Clones.

Lama Su: ... But you both must be anxious to inspect the units for yourselves.

Ardan looked to Obi-Wan as he looked from the Prime Minister to the Kaminoan standing by.

Obi-Wan: That's why we're here.

Obi-Wan and Ardan waited for the Prime Minister to stand and they followed the actions but walked behind the more important being, it's a sign of respect and plus they don't know where their going so it would help to follow behind, Ardan kept quite during the walk as Obi-Wan walked beside the Prime Minister and he just behind with the Kaminoan following him probably making sure he doesn't slip away.

They entered a hallway with windows dotted around and walked ahead but slowed down a little when both Jedi's looked out to see...

... Ardan was in shock and amazed by how easily clones can be made, but Obi-Wan brought him out of his mind.

Obi-Wan: Very impressive.

It was impressive and if this is for the Republic then defending the Galaxy will be a hell of a lot easier then before.

Lama Su: I'd hoped you would be pleased.

They continued to walk as the only slightly worrying part about this to Ardan is that if Master Sifo-Dyas requested this for the Republic then why didn't the Republic know about it.

Lama Su: Clones can think creatively. You will find that they are immensely superior to Droids.

Ardan tried not to think about it to much as it doesn't seem to be bothering Obi-Wan that much so maybe he's just reading to much into this.

Lama Su: We take great pride in our combat education and training programs.

They came to a stop just as they looked into what seemed to be a small room with a few Clones dotted around the space.

Lama Su: This group was created about five years ago.

They looked into the room and all the Clones were on what appeared to be computer systems and learning programs, Ardan isn't sure why but something about this doesn't sit right with him.

Obi-Wan: You mentioned growth acceleration.

Obi-Wan was more interested to learn more about this just encase as Ardan expects, it's a little problematic.

Lama Su: Oh, yes, it's essential. Otherwise, a mature Clone would take a lifetime to grow. Now we can do it in half the time.

This made a little more sense as these Clones were at least 10 maybe even 11 years old, they continued to walk through the hall this time coming across a larger room filled with fully grown Clones seemingly having their dinner.

Obi-Wan: I see.

Ardan looked to them and they all looked identical, it was kind weird and a little frightening honestly but that's not a Jedi's mind set, it's just really creepy.

Lama Su: They are totally obedient, taking any order without question. We modified their genetic structure to make them less independent than the original host.

Ardan wanted to ask what happened to the original host but Obi-Wan clearly thought the same and asked the question in a better way then Ardan could have worded it.

Obi-Wan: And who was the original host?

Ardan looked down to the grown Clones as one looked up to him, something didn't sit right with him about these Clones but that didn't matter because the Jedi's might have just found who they came here for.

Lama Su: A bounty hunter called Jango Fett.

Ardan knew the assignment and what happened to his friend Padme back on Coruscant and as soon as Bounty Hunter was said it got both the Jedi's attentions.

Obi-Wan: And where is this bounty hunter now?

They stopped walking and the Prime Minister turned to Obi-Wan.

Lama Su: Oh, we keep him here...

They started to walk again both Obi-Wan and Ardan now keeping an eye out for the bounty hunter who tried to have Padme killed.

Lama Su: ... Apart from his pay, which is considerable, Fett demanded only one thing: an unaltered Clone for himself. Curious, isn't it?

Ardan thought about it and the word "Curious" wasn't the word that came to his young mind.

Obi-Wan: "Unaltered"?

Obi-Wan asked still keeping an eye out for Fett and trying not to look suspicious but Ardan didn't have that problem and continued to look around while bellow them the Clones, wearing the Clone armour, collected their helmets from the center of this huge room.

Lama Su: Pure genetic replication. No tampering with the structure to make it more docile and no growth acceleration.

Ardan put it together that Jango Fett has made a "Son" of sorts so that the Fett bounty hunter name will continue.

Obi-Wan: I should very much like to meet this Jango Fett.

Ardan still never said a word as both Jedi's were hoping to get this exact answer.

Kaminoan: I would be very happy to arrange it for you.

Both Jedi's liked that answer, as soon as they catch and stop Jango Fett they can go back to Coruscant and the Senator will be safe but before all that the Prime Minister lead them out to a balcony over looking a vast amount of seemingly endless Clones...

... Ardan only had one feeling and it wasn't confidence in all of this.

Lama Su: Magnificent aren't they?

Obi-Wan and Ardan didn't respond and just looked out to the small army created by a Jedi Master for reasons their still not sure about...

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(To Be Continued)