The days to Revery passed quickly, full of meditation, and advice, stories about Konah and fears of Kayl. As the reach the planet they became all business, they were used to working together, and thus prepared to do what need to be done.
Revery appeared blue from space, and on the planet there were aquamarine seas, green and gold land, and pink clouds could be seen in the sky. They docked with the port authorities, and went to a local cantina to get a drink and find out local rumors. As they sat in an out of the way corner, and listened to the patrons speak, they caught wind of a growing cult.
Having had their fill of drink, and a new rumor to go off of, they headed out. They returned to their ship, and rested up for the night. The morning after would be much more involved. Kayl went to his chambers and fell asleep quickly. Konah wondered the ship a while, thinking. She could feel the Dark Side, like a sickly feeling at the edge of her mind. She finally went to her chambers and meditated. A vision came to her in the night.
Kayl stood over a her, his body radiating the Force in a visible manifestation. His Viridian lightsaber was glimmering, small green flames licking off the blade like it was an extension of his inner fire. He turned around; his normally light brown eyes were emerald green, glowing. A smile cracked his lips, and he charged forward his blade flashing forward in an arc meeting a dark red blade with a hiss.
Konah woke suddenly hearing a hiss. looking around Kayl was standing in the doorway, “Come on, I don’t want to waste the day on my first mission as a Jedi Knight.” he said smiling at her, still wearing the armor, and light brown robe, though his hood was down now. His brown hair was still short; it had been a little less than a week since he was knighted. He already looked older; his tanned skin tighter over his high cheek bones, and chiseled jaw line. He brown eyes looked alight with anticipation.
“Alright, alright get out so I can change.” she said shooing him off. Kayl bowed and left, walking briskly. She stood and changed her multi layered tunic to one covered in less sweat. Her dark blue robe was laid on the bed along with her utility belt, and lightsaber.
Konah walked down the ramp of the ship to find Kayl already there levitating a small pile of rocks, “Stop that. We have work to do.” As she spoke he gently let the rocks fall back down to form a small pyramid.
They both walked out of the spaceport into the streets of Evaris looking around. The rumors spoke of a gathering of people in the capitol building. That didn’t bode well. As Kayl and Konah walked the streets watching and waiting they appeared to be wandering randomly, but as if the Force were leading them to their destination they found themselves in front of the capitol building. It was a large building with a golden dome. The rest of the building was a sea blue, with large white pillars, and a large set of steps that led up to the building’s entrance. Kayl stopped and looked at his Master.
“Can you sense it?” he asked hoping what he was sensing through the Force was not a trick.
Konah nodded, “Yes, this is where our prey lies, but be careful, Kayl. We must not charge in without a plan.” she turned and walked back the way they had come. They walked to an older part of the City; ruins of stone of the original city were on the outskirts. She sat down.
Kayl stood above her and waited. He waited for maybe twenty minutes before Konah spoke. What she said worried him, “There is a very powerful Dark Side presence here. It is important that we rid this planet of it. Avoid bloodshed, that is the one rule, but if it comes to it, try to reason first.”
Kayl frowned, “You said that like we may be the ones shedding blood. I do not like this, Master. It does not sound good.” he said leaning against a crumbling wall. As he closed his eyes, he extended his will over the Force, pushing it out, probing for other beings. Walking towards them was a messenger, if he was Sith he hid it well, “Master.” he said opening his eyes and shifting his gaze back towards the way the had come.
Konah was already on her feet. Her hands went to her sides, unclipping her lightsaber, and hiding it in her sleeve. The messenger appeared around the corner, and walked towards them without fear.
“Master Jedi!” he said sounding relieved to have found them, “My superiors did not realize we had such important visitors. They request your presence so they may greet you properly.” He said his voice silky smooth. He was a young man of about twenty-five. He had dark skin; his black hair was pulled back into a high ponytail. His eyes were a deep blue, and he had a defined jaw line. He wore a regal looking purple tunic, with black trousers, and carried a blaster at his hip.
Kayl spoke before his Master could, “We accept, may we know who we have the pleasure of speaking with at present?” His voice was kind, and inviting.
The Messenger looked surprised to be asked such a question, “Oh, of course. I am Lucian” he said bowing his head, “And you are?”
Konah bowed, “I am Jedi Master Konah, and this is Jedi Knight Kayl. We would be honored to meet with your Master, Lucian.” She said motioning for him to lead the way.
The messenger Lucian bowed and led the way back to the Capitol building. From there he took them up the stairs and around the side of the building to a side door. Punching in a security code, they walked inside a dimly lit hallway. After a maze of tunnels they were finally in the grand room.
The walls were covered with holo art, and even some pieces of real art. Tapestries and paintings were scattered around. The room itself was a high domed room, with bronze walls, and dark oak pillars holding up the roof. Red carpet led up to a stone dais where a throne like chair was set. In the chair was a man, his face was shrouded by a dark purple hood attached to his royal purple tunic, underneath that he wore a lavender tunic, and black trousers. He had a dark brown leather utility belt, and boots. Attached to his belt was a silver cylinder.
Lucian walked ahead of them, and bowed before his Master, “My lord Kaz’Dar. I have brought the Jedi as you requested.” He motioned behind him to the hooded and cloaked figures.
Lord Kaz’Dar looked at the two hooded Jedi before him, “Step into the light.” As the figures approached he smiled beneath his own hood. These would be a prize, and a test of his true powers.
Kayl felt almost compelled to step forward into the sparse lighting at the words of Lord Kaz’Dar. His voice seemed to resonate in the room, and draw you in with its kind tone. Yet there was more, Kayl felt the Force being weaved throughout his speech. He stepped forward none the less, following as Konah led.
She was another story; Konah was not affected by the speech, though she felt the strong presence of the Dark Side surrounding Lord Kaz’Dar. He was not here for idle chat. When he spoke she had felt another mental pressure pressing against her mental wards. It was trying to find cracks and weakness in her defense, as they reached the foot of the steps. “Lord Kaz’Dar. Your servant Lucian has been most gracious to lead us through your halls. If he had not been with us we would surely be lost.” she bowed low, and Kayl did the same.
The Sith Lord, for it was very clear that that was what he was, stood. “Ah, yes Lucian is most faithful.” He smiled, though it never reached his eyes, “I am happy to know that you decided to visit our humble city.”
Kayl was next on the Sith Lords mind test. Blinking several times as the pressure of the Force was pressed against his wards was shocking. Kayl could feel the Dark Side weaved all throughout the Sith’s words, but it did not prepare him for the assault, still his own wards held, just barely. “My Lord, why is it you have asked to meet with us?” Kayl asked finished with pleasantries.
Kaz’Dar smiled coolly, “Right down to business I see.” Watching Kay he chuckled, “Well I wanted to see you with my own eyes. Jedi have such a reputation, defenders of the Galaxy, and peace.”
Konah watched as the young man Lucian left the room. No doubt to bring more acolytes, “Yes, that would be the idea, My Lord.” she said switching her stance, “But alas, we have two options. I can feel the Dark Side surrounding you, I offer you once. Surrender, and be taken prisoner, and escorted back to the Jedi Council and put on trial. Or we can end this here and now.” she said pulling her lightsaber with the Force into her hand.
Kaz’Dar raised an eyebrow slowly, “So quick to act. My dear, Jedi Master. You are sorely outmatched.” As he spoke there were several hiss-snaps of lightsabers being activated. Lucian was back, and with him two other Sith Apprentice. “You see. When you accepted my invitation you willing slipped into my trap.” His lightsaber, the silver cylinder was now in his hand, the crimson red blade humming Kayl’s viridian lightsaber jumped to life, a quiet purr compared to the Sith’s humming blades. “You are bold, Lord Kaz’Dar.” As he spoke he slipped into a defensive crouch.
