Author's Note: I've rewritten this chapter because reviewers have complained about Carrie's reaction to Ahsoka Tano. Without further ado, enjoy this revised chapter.

Prologue

She hugged her knees to her chest in an attempt to shield herself from the cruel world that mistreated her. The last thing she remembered upon waking up was a woman in a dark cloak walking...no...floating towards her while she grieved over her Mother's corpse...the woman she killed.

The moment she woke up, she knew she wasn't in her home town, or anywhere close to it. That thought both relieved and terrified her since that was the town she basically destroyed the moment she snapped from all the torment her peers put her through. When she got a hold of her barings, she left the room she was in, but not without destroying the door that confined her inside. However, upon stepping out of the room, she found herself in a corridor when strange creatures pointed what looked like advanced guns at her. She didn't think, she allowed instinct to take over, along with her powers, and killed them.

When she realized what she had done, she left her prison and ran into the forest that surrounded the facility until she found refuge in a cave. The same one she has currently balled herself up in for protection and security, just wanting the world to leave her in peace.

Chapter 1

Two Jedi starships and clone ship touched down on the planet's surface outside the facility that did illegal experiments for the Separatists. The cockpits opened before a squad of clone troopers marched out with weapons drawn and three Jedi hopping out of their starships. Two in particular, a master and padawan, sharing a starship as the latter followed her master as the approached the facility, shocked when they saw the front entrance open, or rather bombed judging by how it looked.

"This does not look good." Captain Rex said, keeping his weapon in front of him as he signalled his men to secure a perimeter around the structure as he carefully checked for traps anywhere along the entryway.

"Did the Separatists know we were coming?" Ahsoka mused, touching along the edges of the doorway, wanting to know what happened and who did this.

"Can't be the first time, Snips." Anakin paused, concentrating on the Force, trying to find any lifesigns within the structure, "I don't sense any life inside this place." he said, stepping inside, keeping his senses open as Obi-wan came by his side, making sure that his former padawan didn't draw his lightsaber first before asking questions.

Going further inside the facility, they met up with Captain Rex who beckoned them over, "Sirs, we found something." he said as he lead them towards a corridor where it was littered with dead bodies, all of which surrounding a doorway that was blasted open from the inside.

Anakin knelt down by one of the bodies, "This happened quite recently." he said after a brief inspection until his eyes widened, "Not a single mark on them." he said as Ahsoka knelt beside him, "What are you talking about?" she asked before Anakin pointed out, "There's no blaster marks on them...or anywhere for that matter." he said, picking up a blaster, noting how it was still full as he looked to the other dead bodies before standing up with his padawan as Obi-wan walked into the room.

"Whatever they were holding here, they clearly underestimated it's power." Obi-wan said, looking around the room, trying to find something, anything that could tell them what went on before the people here died.

"If it has power, then it can be a weapon." Anakin surmised, taking note of the human sized bed and the damaged doorway as he stepped inside as well, determining that it was a person they kept here before he or she broke free.

"And if it is a weapon, then they'll use it for war." Obi-wan added, finding nothing as Ahsoka walked over to the bed, seeing an indentation of a body that once laid there. Suddenly, she felt a wave of emotion within this room, something that made her gut twist and her heart ache. The young Togrutan almost lost her balance before she steadied herself, the sheer force of negative emotions were suffocating.

"Ahsoka, what wrong?" Anakin said in concern for his padawan as he swiftly came to her side, watching as she took deep breaths to calm herself before she was able to speak, "The person that was here...they were in pain...so much pain...sadness...and loneliness. It's hard to breathe in here." she said, as though in a trance before turning her head to her masters, her eyes filling with tears.

"She's right, there's a great disturbance in the Force here...one that has endured a great deal of suffering." Obi-wan said, feeling the instability within the room, just as strongly as Ahsoka feels.

"They must still be out there." Anakin said before he comlinked Rex, "Rex, send a search party outside the facility, whoever these people confined here might still be out there." he ordered before the clone captain replied over the comlink, "Copy that, General. Rex out."

"Maybe I should join the search party. The air is suffocating here." Ahsoka said, wanting to leave this room and get some fresh air outside.

"Go ahead, Snips. But be careful." Anakin said as his padawan smiled up at him, "Aren't I always?" Anakin opened his mouth, but Ahsoka cut him off with a fake glare, "Don't answer that." she said before walking off, leaving a slightly smiling Jedi Knight and amused Jedi Master in that room as she stepped outside, breathing in the much needed air.

Something on the ground twinkled at the corner of her eye, catching her attention before walking over to the object and picking it up. It was a necklace with a silver chain and a silver cross with a person on it. Though bewildered by this piece of jewelry, she pocketed the necklace before she felt another wave of emotions coming from her left, only it wasn't as bad as it was in that room. Against her better judgement, she decided to follow the source, hopefully in doing so, would find whoever was trapped in the facility.

Carefully walking through the vegetation in the forest, she felt the emotions get stronger, she sensed the same sadness and loneliness with a hint of guilt. It swirled around her, as though it was calling her as she got closer until she came upon a cave.

'They must be in there.' Ahsoka thought to herself as she walked slowly to the opening, being prepared for anything that might jump out at her. Stepping inside the cave, she steadily made her way through the darkness, using the Force to guide her as she searched for the person within.

The sound of someone sniffing drew her closer until she found a young girl around her age curled up in a fetal position, crying into her knees. From the dim light the cave's opening provided, she was able to make out strawberry blonde hair that was matted and disheveled.

"Hello?" Ahsoka called out, catching the young girl's attention as she tensed up before peeking from behind her knees, revealing bright blue tear-filled eyes that went wide when they saw the Togruta standing before them.

Ahsoka held her hands in front of her, showing the girl that she meant no harm as she slid closer, "It's okay, I'm here to help you. My name is-"

"...alone..." the girl cut her off, though it was inaudible, Ahsoka heard her nonetheless.

"Uh, sorry?" Ahsoka asked, confused as the girl shook, "I want...to be alone." the girl said, choking on her words, as though it has been has since she last spoke.

Ahsoka saw how scared this girl was, and tried to show her that she wasn't a threat, "I'm not here to hurt you. Please, just trust me, I-whoa!" Ahsoka was suddenly lifted off the ground until her feet dangled as the girl lifted her hand, her eyes filled with fear and distrust.

"You're Force sensitive." Ahsoka said, shocked and surprised, finally understanding why she felt this girl's emotions.

The girl opened her mouth as she lifted Ahsoka higher, "Get...OUT!" she screamed flinging her hand forward, launching Ahsoka out of the cave until she landed on her back with a thump. She groaned at the impact, the force of that girl left her winded as she lifted her comm to her face, "Master Skywalker...I found her. Head East from the facility until you find a cave...and me lying on the ground. Ouch." she winced as she struggled to get up before stumbling towards the mouth of the cave and sat beside said cave.

It didn't take long for her Master and Obi-wan to arrive along with Rex and a couple of clones, "Ahsoka, are you alright?" Anakin exclaimed, rushing over to her as she stood up, using the wall as support with a sheepish grin, "Oh, I'm fine, I was thrown out of the cave. Nothing new." she said, wincing at the throbbing in her back.

"What happened in there?" Obi-wan asked, looking towards the cave as Ahsoka dusted herself off, "Well, I found the girl." she simply said, as though it was the most common thing in the world.

"And…?" Anakin urged as Ahsoka sighed, "She's Force sensitive, human, looks around my age, and she's very scared." she said, glancing at the cave for a moment before turning back to the Jedi whose eyes' widened at this discovery.

"What?" Anakin exclaimed, his eyes lingering on the cave, sensing the girl as well before turning back to his padawan, "Have you tried talking to her?"

Ahsoka frowned at him, "Oh, I tried, but then I got thrown out by her use of the Force." she answered, being snippy and not happy with how she was practically manhandled in that cave.

"Yeah, bad question, sorry." Anakin apologized before Obi-wan drew their attention back to the matter at hand, "If this girl is scared and Force sensitive, then she might not be able to control her power with the state her mind is in."

"Then what do you suggest we do?" Anakin asked before his former master answered, "We can't very well remove her by force, that would just cause damage, possibly death seeing what happened at the facility." Obi-wan said, trying to weigh out his options as he stroked his beard with a contemplative expression.

Ahsoka stared at the inside of the cave, still feeling that girl's emotions and couldn't help but feel pity for her. There was something unbearable about her sadness, like a disease that was slowly killing her while she still breathed, which seemed more painful for the girl.

Taking a deep breath, she stepped into the cave with a determined expression before Anakin grabbed, "Whoa, where do you think you're going?" he questioned, confused by her sudden action.

"I'm going to try talking to her again. Look, I know this sounds crazy and dangerous, but I feel she might respond better to someone around her age." Ahsoka explained, the Jedi Knights looking at her as though she lost her mind.

"She threw you out." Anakin responded as Ahsoka sighed, "I know that, I accidently startled her, so it's understandable. I'll keep the comlink on while I talk to her. Trust me." she said, reassuring them that she'll be fine.

Anakin and Obi-wan looked to each other, unsure whether or not her going in there is such a good idea before they relented, "Just be extra careful, Snips."

Ahsoka smiled and nodded before proceeding further into the cave, turning on the comlink on her wrist to keep them updated. It wasn't long before she found the girl in the same spot she left her in with her face buried her knees. "What are you doing here? I thought I told you to 'get out'." the girl said, hearing the Togruta's footsteps get closer.

Ahsoka stopped a good three feet from the girl, "Look, I know you don't like being disturbed, but believe me when I say that I don't mean you any harm." she said, trying to connect with the girl who was infected with a painful sadness before said girl started to raise her hand with the intent to throw Ahsoka out. "I don't know what you are, or what kind of hell I've been sent to, but you're not allowed anywhere near me." The girl said, not knowing what creature Ahsoka is as she prepared to use her power again.

"Wait!" Ahsoka exclaimed, fishing something out of her pocket when she remembered what she found outside, "Is this yours?" she asked, pulling out the necklace that made quiet clicking sounds as it dangled from her hand.

The girl lifted her head in response, revealing fearful blue eyes that widened further when she saw the necklace, giving her an innocent demeanor. Her shaking hand called the necklace to her, said necklace floating out of Ahsoka's hand and towards the girl's awaiting fingers that closed around the pendant before bringing it closer to her, a sigh of relief leaving her.

Looking up at Ahsoka, she said, "Thank you." before fastening the necklace around her neck, her hand touching cross tenderly for along moment.

Ahsoka smiled, "You're welcome. I'm Ahsoka Tano." she said introducing herself before the frightened girl asked, "What are you? You're not human."

Ahsoka blinked her eyes in bewilderment, "I'm a Togruta, from planet Shili." she answered, but the girl still looked confused.

"I don't know what that is. I'm dead aren't I, so am I not in hell?" she asked, confused if whether she did die and was sent to hell like she deserved.

Ahsoka's eyes widened, "No! You're alive like I am." she exclaimed, not understanding what this girl is saying before asking, "Can you tell me your name?"

The girl was hesitant before opening her mouth, "Ca-Carrie White. I'm supposed to be dead." she added, shrinking further into the rock wall.

"Nah, you're still breathing." Ahsoka said as she stepped forward, only to be held back by an invisible force. Stumbling back in confusion, she raised her hand to feel what stopped her and realized that it was a wall that held her back.

"You shouldn't get any closer." Carrie said, unease returning to her eyes as she wrapped her arms around her legs again.

Ahsoka tapped the invisible wall, very impressed by her technique, "Hey, I'm not here to hurt you." she said to Carrie again, trying to assure her that she had nothing to fear from her.

"It's not you I'm afraid of, it's what I might accidentally do to you if you come too close." Carrie explained, keeping her shield up for both of their protection as she rested her chin on her knees, her eyes not leaving Ahsoka.

Ahsoka's eyes widened slightly, not expecting her explanation as she realized, "Is that why you threw me out?"

"Sorry." Carrie said, looking embarrassed, but Ahsoka waved it off, "Eh, it's no big deal, I get tossed about on a daily basis." she said, making Carrie smile that quickly turned into a frown and asked, "Why are you here?"

Ahsoka awkwardly scratched the back of her neck, not sure how to explain the reason for her being here, "Well...you see...we came here to investigate illegal experimentation that was happening at that facility not too far from here." she explained, catching the tension in Carrie's frame before she added, "When we got there, the people inside were already dead." she paused, watching as Carrie clenched her fist, unintentionally causing the rock wall of the cave to crack from her power, making Ahsoka jump a little.

"Did you kill them?" Ahsoka asked carefully after a silence as Carrie looked down in guilt and shame, "I didn't mean to...I got scared." she began, "I just wanted to leave that room...but they pointed their weapons at me." Carrie paused, remembering their fearful faces before she killed them, "It was an accident, I never wanted to kill anyone." tears streamed down her face, the guilt of taking a life was still fresh as she curled further into herself, "So please, if you have any sense of self preservation, you and your friends must leave." she said, begging the Togruta to run away before she snaps again.

Ahsoka's face held pity and sorrow for this girl whose guilt and fear for other people's lives was genuine. The Force that surrounded Carrie was raw and untrained, it's no wonder those people were dead. "What about you? Where will you go?" Ahsoka asked as Carrie gave her a mournful smile.

"I won't go anywhere. This is where I'll stay, where no one will hurt me, and I won't hurt them." Carrie answered, looking down in sadness and resolve, feeling that this is what's best for everyone.

"Inside this cave?" Ahsoka asked incredulity, with Carrie nodding before she asked, "Won't you be lonely?" a bitter laugh was her answer, "I've been alone since before I was born. Seventeen years without love or friendship...I'm used to it." Carrie said, closing her eyes, "It's better this way. Dying alone without anyone hurting you, trying to kill you, or trying to kill them is what's best." she paused, the painful memories of her awful childhood surfacing, "Before I woke up in that facility, the people who tormented me created a hatred that has burned itself within my soul, and I used that hatred to kill them in the most horrible ways that can only be imagined by a monster. Because I was weak, I gave into my hatred and now my soul will be cast into hell for my sins." Carrie finished, not wanting to look up at the Togruta who stared at her in shock and sadness.

A person who feels the weight of her guilt over killing people is rare nowadays, especially in times of war. But this girl, there's something about her that is left unexplained, she says she felt hatred when she killed her tormentors, yet Ahsoka could feel none of it. Why is that?

Ahsoka crouched down to sit cross legged at the distance Carrie wanted her to maintain, finding this position easier for them to converse without one standing over the other, "Carrie, what you did, the murders you committed...aren't the first that I've heard of, and believe me when I tell you that I've seen and experienced plenty in my line of work." she paused, staring at Carrie directly whose eyes remained on the ground, "But...you are one of the few that actually feels remorse over what you've done. All honesty, that makes you more human than monster." she said, making Carrie look at her in surprise, "And I've met my fair share of monsters that have made even the bravest shake in their boots." Ahsoka added, watching Carrie stare at her in surprise and confusion.

For the first time in her life, someone didn't run away from her, or showed fear and disgust. This kindness was foreign to her, and it scared her more than ever. False kindness is one of the cruelest things anyone could do because it crushes people's hopes and happiness, especially for those like herself who starve for friendship and belonging. Something no one ever wanted to give her.

"Ahsoka, right?" The Togruta nodded, "Why are you being nice to me? You should be afraid, disgusted, you should run away. That's what everyone hasdone, so why aren't you?" she asked, wanting to know why this girl, this Ahsoka, would even try to come close, let alone talk to her.

"Because you're a person." she said, getting the sense that not one single person even tried to befriend this girl, "Whatever they did to you, the people who hurt you, they were obviously a bunch of idiots if they couldn't see you suffering. The pain you're in right now, it's not from hatred because I don't sense even a hint of it." Ahsoka said, telling Carrie what she couldn't sense from her as the latter stared at her in confusion, "The pain I'm feeling from you, doesn't come from hatred...guilt I sense, yes...but right now, all I've felt from the moment I entered this cave is unbearable sadness."

"Sad? Why do you say that?" Carrie asked, shocked by what Ahsoka said, not understanding what she meant by her not feeling hate even after all the years of suffering.

"Because I felt it." Ahsoka said, closing her eyes, focusing on that emotion through the Force, "I felt it in that room you were confined in, and I feel it now." she opened her eyes that shone with her own tears, "That sadness, it's more painful than darkness itself. It didn't come from killing alone, it's something else, something deeper. Please, tell me...let me help you." she said, her throat constricting from the heart wrenching emotion that radiated off this girl.

Carrie's eyes filled with tears, no one ever acknowledged her sadness, not even her own Mother. Those who did see her sadness used it for their own amusement, that in turn fostered a power inside of her within that pain until it became too much for her to bear.

Gritting her teeth in an attempt keep the cry of anguish inside, she said, "Nobody loved me, not even my own Mother." Carrie answered, the face of that woman coming into her mind, "The pain began with her...I was a cancer my Father gave to her." she began, remembering what her Mother said to her since childhood, "I was born from my Father's sin, and because of that, she called me a sin. Everytime I did something, she'd call it a sin and lock me inside the closet to pray for forgiveness." she said, the memories of those awful moments that gave her a terrible case of claustrophobia and isolation. "Because of her insanity, people kept their distance and mocked me, and in doing so, I suffered the pain of loneliness that has lasted for years on end. When it finally became too much, I killed them all, even my own Mother for trying to kill me." she paused, the image of her Mother's lifeless face still haunting her, "Despite all the horrible things she did to me, I still love her, and I wish I didn't kill her the way I did." she said, the guilt over committing patricide ripping at her heart.

Ahsoka's heart broke at Carrie's story. A life full of loneliness all caused by a Mother who hurt her in the worst way possible sparked a feeling of anger towards the woman who caused this girl anguish.

"I'm so sorry." Ahsoka said, wishing there was some way for her to change what happened to this girl.

"It is my sin to bear. So you shouldn't be the one to apologize." Carrie said, feeling at peace knowing that someone actually listened to her, "You are the first one who knows my sorrow, as well as my crime. For that, I thank you." she said, smiling at the Ahsoka who asked, "Why?"

"I confessed to you, now I can die here with a clear conscience." Carrie said with a resolved smile, feeling at peace with herself.

Ahsoka didn't know how to respond to Carrie's intent to die. She may have fought in battles where her comrades willingly sacrificed their lives in the heat of battle, but this girl...from the way she grew up, it was hardly living in her, or anyone's opinion. Plus, the power she demonstrated, she was strong in the Force, strong and untrained. To let her die would be a waste seeing the potential she has into becoming a Jedi with the capacity for doing good with the proper guidance.

"I'm sorry, but I can't leave you here to die. It's just not right." Ahsoka began, "You feel remorse for what you've done. That means you're a good person who can do great things with your powers. Don't throw your life away when you can help others who need saving." Ahsoka said, refusing to leave this girl alone since she didn't get the chance, a real chance to live.

"Why do you say that? I can't be around people without hurting them if I'm unable to control it." Carrie said, not trusting herself with the safety of other people if needed.

Ahsoka smiled before taking her lightsaber off her belt and igniting it, Carrie's eyes widened surprise, but didn't feel frightened at the beauty of Ahsoka's weapon. Ahsoka chuckled before she levitated her saber above their heads and spun it around in a steady manner. Carrie was spellbound by this display and couldn't tear her eyes away even as it floated back to the Togruta's hand before switching it off.

Ahsoka kept smiling at Carrie, "You see Carrie, you're not alone." she said, refastening the lightsaber back to her belt, "The power you yourself demonstrated was you using the Force."

"The Force?" Carrie asked, inching closer to the padawan, interested in what she was talking about.

"The Force is what connects all living things. It is not about moving rocks and other objects, it is a balance that keeps the galaxy alive." Ahsoka explained to the best of her abilities since she herself is still a student, "I'm part of an Order that utilizes the light side of the Force in order to keep peace throughout the galaxy. We're called Jedi, and you can be a Jedi too if you gave it a chance." Ahsoka said, feeling that Carrie will want to be part of something good.

"Could...you teach me?" Carrie asked, almost shyly, since this was bigger than she could comprehend.

"I'd love to, but I'm still a padawan learner, so I'm yet qualified to be your Master." Ahsoka said, earning a confused look from Carrie before she quickly explained, "A padawan is an apprentice and every apprentice has a Master to teach the ways of the Jedi until they are ready to become full fledged Jedi. Once they become full fledged Jedi, they themselves will take on their own padawans and will continue the cycle as destined." Ahsoka explained with a bright smile that brought one onto Carrie's face.

"Your Master, is he...nice?" Carrie asked, unsure how to better phrase it as Ahsoka smiled at her, "You bet he's nice, he's also courageous, protective, impulsive, reckless and loyal to his friends. But more than that, he's family, just like everyone at the Jedi Temple. It's one big family." she said, tears shimmering in Carrie's eyes, only these were of envy.

"Family." Carrie said, looking down, feeling unworthy of such a concept since it was also foreign to her, "I'm not sure they will accept me into their Order, let alone their family."

Ahsoka had an understanding look as she slid closer to her until they were at arms length, "I know it seems overwhelming. But believe me when I say that you can do some real good for people who need it." she said, trying to make her see the good that comes with her joining.

"But what if I lose control again, I'll hurt people, I'll become a monster." Carrie saidurself, doubting herself, unsure if she even could become what Ahsoka was suggesting.

Ahsoka shook her head, "You won't. You know yourself, and you need a teacher that can show you how to control your powers." she said, hoping to give her confidence, "The person you were in the past, let it go. It's hard to forgive yourself for the deaths of the people you killed, but I believe that by being a Jedi, you can atone for those sins. If anyone deserves a second chance at life, it's you." Ahsoka said, wanting nothing more than to take Carrie home where she'll be safe and be who she is born to be.

Carrie couldn't help but stare at Ahsoka, the way she spoke, trying to convince her to keep living and become a Jedi made her heart soar. This padawan was offering her a way out of her pain, a place of belonging, something she has longed for since she was a child.

"Tell me Ahsoka, why do you want me to come with you?" Carrie asked, wanting to be sure that this wasn't a trick to hurt her like last time, she didn't want to suffer the same results that brought her to where she is right now.

"Because I know a good soul worth saving, and you need a friend...plus I need another female friend in this line of work. I work with too many men for me to identify with." Ahsoka said with fake misery that made Carrie laugh before the former extended her hand out the girl, "So what do you say, will you trust me?" she asked, offering her hand, along with her friendship.

Carrie looked from the Togruta's hand to the warm smile that Ahsoka reserved for her. She couldn't sense any form of deceit or trickery from her. This was the biggest decision of her life, and she wasn't sure if she was ready to take this kind of step. The murders she committed will forever haunt her until she's dead, but maybe as a Jedi, she can atone for what she's done as Ahsoka suggested. The idea of helping and protecting people with others like herself was certainly appealing to her since she won't have to feel alone anymore. She wants to do right by her powers, and hope to God that she'll be forgiven when her time comes.

Carrie's hand clasped Ahsoka's with shy confidence and a small smile which the latter returned with beaming enthusiasm before pulling her to her feet and guiding her out of the cave. Carrie looped her arm in Ahsoka's as they approached the mouth of the cave with the former clinging to her new friend in apprehension.

"It's okay Carrie, I'm right here. These are the first steps." Ahsoka said, patting Carrie's hand as they stepped out of the cave. Carrie had to shield her eyes from the sunlight, after being in that cave for hours, she needed time to adjust to the light before she could open her eyes fully. When she finally adjusted to the sunlight, she found herself surrounded by men in white armour and two men who stood out, one with a beard and the other with a scar over his eye.

Carrie immediately felt uncomfortable and fearful as she clung closer to Ahsoka, as though to hide herself as the padawan squeezed her hand in reassurance, "It's alright, they're my friends." she said as they were approached by the two men before Ahsoka introduced them, "Carrie, these are Master Obi-wan Kenobi and my Master, Anakin Skywalker." she gestured to the bearded man then to the one with the scar respectfully.

"Nice to meet you." Anakin said, holding his hand out in greeting, making Carrie flinch back slightly due to her lack of experience with the opposite gender her Mother isolated her from.

"Don't worry, he only looks scary." Ahsoka said, teasing her Master, hoping to ease the tension within Carrie.

"Hey." Anakin said in offence that quickly went away when Carrie laughed behind her hand, seeing the tension leave her immediately before she slowly extended her hand out to grasp Anakin's, "N-Nice to m-meet you. My name is Carrie White." she stammered out shyly as she shook his hand before releasing it.

"Well, it's wonderful to finally meet you Carrie White. You certainly are strong with the Force." Obi-wan said politely, the girl's wide innocent eyes looking up at him curiously, "We have much to discuss, but for now, let's get off this planet. We'll talk on the cruiser." he added, giving the clones the order to gather everyone and return to said cruiser.

Carrie nodded as Ahsoka led her behind the Jedi Masters as they made their way through the forest back to their starships. When they arrived at their means of transports, Carrie couldn't help but stare at the starships in amazement since it's her first time seeing such things.

"You don't get out much, do you?" Ahsoka said, watching Carrie's expression that quickly morphed into a frown which made Ahsoka guilty when she realized what she said, "Oh right, sorry." she apologized, remembering Carrie's isolation.

"It's fine, it happens." Carrie said, smiling slightly at her newfound friend who returned it with a squeeze to her hand.

"Alright Snips, get in. I'm ready to go home. Carrie, you're riding with Obi-wan." Anakin said as he opened the cockpit of his starship.

Carrie immediately became apprehensive, "Uh, wait, what? Um, I'm not sure that's a good idea." she said, staring at the starship in hesitation since she never flew in any aircraft before.

"Don't worry, you're in safe hand. Obi-wan's a safer pilot, you can trust him." Ahsoka said, trying to assure her that she has nothing to be scared of.

"I don't like what you're implying." Anakin said as Ahsoka laughed at his reaction as Obi-wan watched them in amusement before he beckoned Carrie over, "Carrie White, if you would come over here for a second." he requested before Carrie separated from Ahsoka to approach the Jedi Master.

Once she stood before him, he said, "Now, since you'll be sitting behind me for the duration of the flight, I need you not to panic in any shape or form. The flight will be short, so it will be an easy ride for you until we reach the cruiser. Do you understand?" he asked, looking at her directly as Carrie nodded hestantly, "Yes sir."

Obi-wan smiled, "Good, now, let's get you situated." he said stepping aside to help her into the back seat of the cockpit. Once she was strapped in, she let out a breath in order to stay calm as everything closed around her for the flight.

"I already contacted the Jedi cruiser, they'll be expecting us soon." Obi-wan said to Anakin over intercom as he started the engines before it raised itself off the ground. Looking back at his passenger he asked, "How are you feeling?"

Carrie gave him a slight smile, "I'm alright...I hope." she added in a small voice when she saw they were leaving the ground.

"It gets easier. Unless you're flying with Anakin." Obi-wan said with a smile, making Carrie do the same before the intercom beeped, "I heard that Obi-wan." Anakin's voice filled the cockpit, making Carrie giggle behind her hand as Obi-wan returned, "You were meant to." he said as the took off into the air.

Carrie clutched the armrests, "This is fine, I'm fine...I hope I'm fine." she said quietly as she looked out the window, staying calm as they passed through the atmosphere and saw the giant cruiser in sight that got bigger as they got closer.

"You're fine." Obi-wan assured her as they approached the cruiser while Carrie leaned back in her seat, her hand traveling to her cross, saying a silent prayer as she got closer to the first step towards her new life, her hope for redemption.