It was first noticed by friends of the Senator, a change in her demeanor, a glow to her skin, a roundness to her face. Those close to her didn't say anything to anyone outside their group. Trust was key and they didn't want idle gossip to turn into an outright scandal. Others noticed slight changes as well although no one could confirm or deny anything. If the former queen of Naboo was indeed with child she was careful about concealing the evidence.
There were rumors of the fathers' identity among her detractors. Most were as vile as they were absurd and nothing to repeat in polite company. One was so ridiculous even the man that attempted to start a smear campaign admitted Senator Amidala had more sense than having a torrid affair with a Senator Binks. The topic was one of great debates before the holonet provided a possible solution. Wen Sown was the one who broke the story but prior to her big break she was trying to discover the likely candidate. Senator Organa was briefly considered but he his character had long been established. While he was like minded the man was a devoted husband and gave Amidala the same regard as his other colleagues.
Humans were a more emotional species and Wen suspected the scandal was a rather juicy one. And was was more juicy than forbidden fruit? Padme Amidala had quite a few entanglements with Jedi, two in particular. One of which was quite involved in her circle of friends. Tracking back the Senators' history further she was pleased to learn that when she was Queen Amidala first encountered the pair. Anakin Skywalker "the man without fear" and Obi-Wan Kenobi "the Negotiator." Heroes of the Clone Wars but back then? Skywalker was a boy of nine and Kenobi was a Padawan. Yes, Wen could see the queen being taken with the young man then meeting again ten years later to have him finally return her feelings. It was so romantic! While not human herself Wen could admit Kenobi was quite dashing, many viewers thought so as well.
There was no way she could prove the affair besides her reporter instincts but she could test the waters. It had take some time but Wen was quite satisfied with the answers she received when she conducted her interviews. While her bosses weren't impressed with her "unfounded slanderous pile of bile" Wen still managed to get a spot. It had been glorious to edit and she hoped others saw the star crossed lovers in a new light.
"Wen Sown reporting the latest of hot rumors. Many have noticed a change in Senator Amidala in the passing months. Her clothing isn't quite as form fitting, her face is a bit chubby and her private life has remained one of the few secrets not yet unearth. Well what if Senator Padme Amidala is in fact...pregnant? The timing of her wardrobe change seems to fit but who's the father?"
The image change to Wen sitting down with the wars' poster boy Jedi Anakin Skywalker. "You've known the Senator for awhile, Knight Skywalker. She seems awful close to the Jedi. Do you think it's possible she was secretly in a relationship with one?"
"W-What? ...N-no, no. That's ridiculous, I mean Jedi aren't permitted to form attachments." The Jedi laughed nervously.
"So you think she would just have an affair?' Wen pressed.
"NO! I mean no I don't." Skywalker fumbled. "Look you have it all wrong! This is just another smear campaign and I won't be apart of it!"
As his form faded out Wen came into view again. "A strange reaction from a Jedi, no? Aren't Jedi supposed to be better composed? Perhaps Skywalker would be if the truth wasn't nearly unearthed.
"How would you describe Senator Amidala, Master Kenobi?"
The legandary Jedi came into view looking far more composed than Skywalker. "Very focused, kind, rather selfless and very brave."
"That sounds an awfully lot like the qualities of a Jedi." Wen supplied.
"I suppose so."
"Would you say she's driven? That she won't back down until she gets what she wants?"
Kenobi considered the questions. "Yes, quite driven. Her persistence is incredible, I'd wager she'd be able to talk anyone into just about anything."
"I'll bet." The knowing glint her eyes and suggestive tone sealed her meaning. "I must say it's mighty impressive for such high praise to be given to a Senator by the Jedi with the best record for setting disputes. Do you think your skills are better than hers?"
He frowned for a moment before shaking his head. "It's not a competition, it's the end result that matters."
Wen smirked at the camera then cut to Senator Amidala.
"Master Kenobi and you share a great many beliefs. When I asked him about his opinion of you what he said was very complementary." Amidala beamed obviously pleased to hear such praise. "It seems you two are quite like minded on a great deal of things. What are some qualities you think he possesses?"
"Dedication. He's so committed to everything he does both physically and mentally. It's honestly quite exhausting trying to keep up with a Jedi."
This time Wen looked at the camera to make sure nothing was being censored.
"Really? Is he flexible? Able to balance everything just right?" Her tone was causal as if she didn't want to giggle madly like a schoolgirl.
"Of course. Obi-Wan always knows how to handle everything. He's very hands on and very knowable. I try to hold my own when I'm with him but I do feel secure when he's in control."
The footage ended and Wen gave a bright smile to the audience. "Could Obi-Wan Kenobi who we know as a Jedi, Negotiator and War Hero...be a father?"
Obi-Wan Kenobi: Jedi, Negotiator, War Hero...Father? 1/?
There were rumors of the fathers' identity among her detractors. Most were as vile as they were absurd and nothing to repeat in polite company. One was so ridiculous even the man that attempted to start a smear campaign admitted Senator Amidala had more sense than having a torrid affair with a Senator Binks. The topic was one of great debates before the holonet provided a possible solution. Wen Sown was the one who broke the story but prior to her big break she was trying to discover the likely candidate. Senator Organa was briefly considered but he his character had long been established. While he was like minded the man was a devoted husband and gave Amidala the same regard as his other colleagues.
Humans were a more emotional species and Wen suspected the scandal was a rather juicy one. And was was more juicy than forbidden fruit? Padme Amidala had quite a few entanglements with Jedi, two in particular. One of which was quite involved in her circle of friends. Tracking back the Senators' history further she was pleased to learn that when she was Queen Amidala first encountered the pair. Anakin Skywalker "the man without fear" and Obi-Wan Kenobi "the Negotiator." Heroes of the Clone Wars but back then? Skywalker was a boy of nine and Kenobi was a Padawan. Yes, Wen could see the queen being taken with the young man then meeting again ten years later to have him finally return her feelings. It was so romantic! While not human herself Wen could admit Kenobi was quite dashing, many viewers thought so as well.
There was no way she could prove the affair besides her reporter instincts but she could test the waters. It had take some time but Wen was quite satisfied with the answers she received when she conducted her interviews. While her bosses weren't impressed with her "unfounded slanderous pile of bile" Wen still managed to get a spot. It had been glorious to edit and she hoped others saw the star crossed lovers in a new light.
"Wen Sown reporting the latest of hot rumors. Many have noticed a change in Senator Amidala in the passing months. Her clothing isn't quite as form fitting, her face is a bit chubby and her private life has remained one of the few secrets not yet unearth. Well what if Senator Padme Amidala is in fact...pregnant? The timing of her wardrobe change seems to fit but who's the father?"
The image change to Wen sitting down with the wars' poster boy Jedi Anakin Skywalker. "You've known the Senator for awhile, Knight Skywalker. She seems awful close to the Jedi. Do you think it's possible she was secretly in a relationship with one?"
"W-What? ...N-no, no. That's ridiculous, I mean Jedi aren't permitted to form attachments." The Jedi laughed nervously.
"So you think she would just have an affair?' Wen pressed.
"NO! I mean no I don't." Skywalker fumbled. "Look you have it all wrong! This is just another smear campaign and I won't be apart of it!"
As his form faded out Wen came into view again. "A strange reaction from a Jedi, no? Aren't Jedi supposed to be better composed? Perhaps Skywalker would be if the truth wasn't nearly unearthed.
"How would you describe Senator Amidala, Master Kenobi?"
The legandary Jedi came into view looking far more composed than Skywalker. "Very focused, kind, rather selfless and very brave."
"That sounds an awfully lot like the qualities of a Jedi." Wen supplied.
"I suppose so."
"Would you say she's driven? That she won't back down until she gets what she wants?"
Kenobi considered the questions. "Yes, quite driven. Her persistence is incredible, I'd wager she'd be able to talk anyone into just about anything."
"I'll bet." The knowing glint her eyes and suggestive tone sealed her meaning. "I must say it's mighty impressive for such high praise to be given to a Senator by the Jedi with the best record for setting disputes. Do you think your skills are better than hers?"
He frowned for a moment before shaking his head. "It's not a competition, it's the end result that matters."
Wen smirked at the camera then cut to Senator Amidala.
"Master Kenobi and you share a great many beliefs. When I asked him about his opinion of you what he said was very complementary." Amidala beamed obviously pleased to hear such praise. "It seems you two are quite like minded on a great deal of things. What are some qualities you think he possesses?"
"Dedication. He's so committed to everything he does both physically and mentally. It's honestly quite exhausting trying to keep up with a Jedi."
This time Wen looked at the camera to make sure nothing was being censored.
"Really? Is he flexible? Able to balance everything just right?" Her tone was causal as if she didn't want to giggle madly like a schoolgirl.
"Of course. Obi-Wan always knows how to handle everything. He's very hands on and very knowable. I try to hold my own when I'm with him but I do feel secure when he's in control."
The footage ended and Wen gave a bright smile to the audience. "Could Obi-Wan Kenobi who we know as a Jedi, Negotiator and War Hero...be a father?"