[ He knows he's getting closer because the fear is so thick it's almost tangible. His steps are steady and unhurried, the Force gives whoever it is away like a beacon. They're just around the corner, close enough to hear him, certainly. ]
You don't need to hide from me. You can even keep this place once I'm through with it.
[ His tone is soft, could almost be mistaken for compassion if there were any to be found in the husk of his former self. He doesn't know if he's capable of such a genuine thing any longer. Anakin stops at the junction between hallways, just listening. Silent as a shadow, but still there. Frozen in fear, perhaps. Why does he bother with what equates to a mere blip on his radar? He could force choke whoever it is and be done with it, go find the Emperor his ancient trinket and go home..
If only this cry from the force didn't feel quite so much like a plea for help. ]
I can feel your fear and your spirit. As well as your pain. [ He pauses, crouching down. ] I could make all of it disappear. You would never have to be afraid anymore.
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Date: 2020-04-06 11:52 pm (UTC)You don't need to hide from me. You can even keep this place once I'm through with it.
[ His tone is soft, could almost be mistaken for compassion if there were any to be found in the husk of his former self. He doesn't know if he's capable of such a genuine thing any longer. Anakin stops at the junction between hallways, just listening. Silent as a shadow, but still there. Frozen in fear, perhaps. Why does he bother with what equates to a mere blip on his radar? He could force choke whoever it is and be done with it, go find the Emperor his ancient trinket and go home..
If only this cry from the force didn't feel quite so much like a plea for help. ]
I can feel your fear and your spirit. As well as your pain. [ He pauses, crouching down. ] I could make all of it disappear. You would never have to be afraid anymore.