Note 1:
To my loving wife,

Things are not going so well in the Senate right now. The Trade Federation is having problems with the planet Naboo, and the entire Senate is bogged down with procedures. I think something very abnormal is going on….I’m not exactly sure, but I just wanted to let you know that I might not be able to come home for a while.

Your husband,

Bail
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Note 2:
Bail,
I'm sorry you won't be able to be home for a while. I'm going to miss you. Please, tell me when something happens, and keep me up to date.

Your wife,
Sara
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Note 3:
To my dear wife Sara,

Well things are pretty crazy here in the Senate. The Trade Federation has now INVADED Naboo, according to Senator Palpatine’s report. Senator Palpatine is the Senator from Naboo, in case you are wondering.

The Supreme Chancellor has contacted told me that he contacted the Jedi Council, and that they will come up with ambassadors to go to Naboo and negotiate. Hopefully the negotiations will go quickly so that the Senate can resume it’s normal business. The sooner this happens, the sooner I will be able to come back to visit you. We have been only married a week. I’m sorry that this business has called me away so quickly.

Your husband,
Bail
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Note 4:
Bail,

My, my, it sounds so busy there. I'm glad you were able to write to me and tell me how things are. I hope you get to come home soon.

The queen of Naboo, she's young isn't she? Like 16 or 18, something like that? Well, I hope the Jedi that go to hope, manage to get this under control before a large war breaks out.
Must go.

Sara
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_ Note 5:
Sara,

Yes, the Senate is very busy. I guess there is a problem with the ambassadors that the Supreme Chancellor sent out. There is no word from them, and Queen Amidala reports that the Trade Federation is not cooperating with her, and lied and said they knew nothing about the ambassadors. She said she could tell they were lying.

Yes, the Queen of Naboo is young. She’s younger than 16 or 18….she’s only 14.

The Trade Federation is not cooperating, which means that I’ll be detained here even longer.

Your husband,
Bail
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Note 6:
Bail,

What do you think the Trade Federation would have done with the ambassadors? They're Jedi, right? I don't think the Trade Federation can or will do anything against a Jedi, don't you think?

Poor girl, only age 14 and is Queen of Naboo and is already dealing with threats. I hope she handles it well.

Will miss you.

Sara
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Note 7:
Sara,

I do not know what the Trade Federation would have done with the ambassadors…our only guess can be that they were either killed, or they escaped. I don’t like this. No one has received any word from them.

The Supreme Chancellor says that he thinks he’s going to call a special session of the Senate to hear the case……but the problem is no one can reach Amidala.

Senator Palpatine told me that a transmission was cut when he was contacting Amidala….so the Trade Federation has broken down the Naboo communication.

Apparently the Trade Federation tried to kill the Jedi….I don’t know what caused the Trade Federation to make such a move……but something is going on here. Palpatine told me that the Trade Federation tried to kill the Jedi. He has no idea what the results were.

I hope Amidala deals with this situation well…things are looking back. The Senate just received a report that the Trade Federation has begun to invade the planet…and has taken Theed over. Theed is the capital of Naboo…..so that isn’t good.

Your husband,
Bail
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Note 8:
Bail,

The Trade Federation tried to kill the Jedi? That's the most craziest thing they ever done. I hope that the Jedi had escaped, because if the Trade Federation is willing to make such a move as that, who knows that could be next.

If the Jedi are alive I hope they're heading to Treed (Theed?), but if they're not, I hope the Jedi Council has sent another Jedi in their places. I truly don't like the way things are going.

Please, tell me if something comes up.

Sara
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Note 9:
My dear wife,

Yes, the Trade Federation tried to kill the Jedi…but they also have taken Theed. They are trying to force Amidala to sign a treaty.

Things are not looking good for Naboo right now. Poor Chancellor Valorum is having a hard time with this whole situation. Senator Palpatine is very stressed.

I think the Jedi Council wants to be careful about their involvement. I don’t think they will send any more Jedi until they know for sure what happened to the other two.

I will keep you informed.

Your husband,
Bail
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Note 10:
Bail,

Things do not sound like they're going well there. Has anything good happened yet. If seems as if things are getting worse and worse!

Yes, please inform me when things change, for good or for worse. If you find out what happened to the Jedi ambassadors, please tell me. I hope they're all right, and that Queen Amidala does not sign the treaty.

Sara
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Note 11:
Sara,

I have some good news for once!!!! Queen Amidala just wrote to me and told me that the Jedi have finally appeared!!! What a relief!

She’s coming to Coruscant to try to plead her case before the Senate. I hope that she does well with it. I will offer my advice, I know that my friend Senator Correon will too, as well as her own Senator Palpatine.

I do not know how long it will take them to get here, but she is on her way!!!!

The Senate is very bogged down right now with all these procedures having to do with the Trade Federation. The sooner Amidala gets here, the better off everyone will be, and the sooner I can go home to be with you again.

Your husband,
Bail
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Note 12:
Bail,

That's WONDERFUL news!!! The Jedi aren't dead and the queen is on her way. That's great!!!! Tell me how everything goes when she gets there. Please keep me up to date. If you have a chance to talk to her, tell her I'm glad she is safe and well.


Sara
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Note 13:
Sara,

Yes. We are expecting the Queen anytime now. Something must be delaying her, though. She should be here by now.

IF I get the chance to talk to her, I will tell her that you are glad that she is safe and well.

How are things going on Alderaan with my absence? Anything out of the ordinary happening?


Your husband,
Bail
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Note 14:
Bail,

Everything on Alderaan is fine, just very busy. Do you think you will be returning soon? I'm afraid things might get a little out of hand if you're gone much longer.

The Queen hasn't arrived yet? That's odd. I didn't think it was that far from Naboo to Corsucant. Of course, it's either that, or something happened to them on the way there. What do you think happened? Do you think the Queen is fine, or something?

Thank you, I'm glad you will tell the Queen my short message IF you see her. I'm sure it may be too busy there and you won't be able to meet with her. I hope you do, it would be nice meeting her, or have you meet her for me.

Must go.


Sara
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Note 15:
Sara,

I do not know when I will be able to return. Queen Amidala has still not arrived here yet…..and Palpatine told me that her ship was damaged and that she had to land on some desert planet called Tatooine. They need a replacement part for their ship, so I do not know how much longer it will be until I can come home.

You said that you think that things might get a little out of hand if I’m gone much longer…what do you mean by that? Do you have reason to believe that something is about to happen on Alderaan? Please explain.

It would be very nice to meet Queen Amidala in person, I just don’t know how likely it would be.


Your husband,
Bail
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Note 16:
Bail,

I don't mean things are getting out of hand here, but you're the better ruler than I am, and I'm afraid that while you're gone things MIGHT get out of hand, I wasn't saying they were, or that they would, just that they MIGHT!! Sorry, if I got you worried.

The Queen's ship has been damaged? That's terrible!!! It the damage beyond repair? Will a rescue team by sent to get them? Please tell me when you hear something, ANYTHING!!! I'm very worried about the Queen, she's quite young, and I think just a little too young to be dealing with a war and all this, don't you?

Tell me, if you're somehow able or accidentally run into her. I doubt you would run into her, but please tell me if you ever meet her.


Sara
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Note 17:
Sara,

Well Amidala has not shown up yet, so I am still unable to return home. Maybe it was a mistake of me to run for Senator since I am also the ruler. Do you think I’m doing a good job? Are the people pleased with me?

Nothing much has changed since the last letter. I think she’s staying at a slave’s house….at least that’s what I’ve heard. I’ve talked with Palpatine and Amidala has written me…and that’s the information I’ve come up with so far.

The Supreme Chancellor is considering sending them some help. The Senate is voting on it in an hour. I’ll let you know what the vote turns out to be in the next letter.


Your husband,
Bail
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Note 18:
Bail,

The Senate has to vote to decide if they should send a rescue team!?! Why is that? I mean, why can't the just send one and get the Queen (and her crew) and return. That's not asking a lot now is it? Well, do tell me the outcomes of the vote.

Amidala is staying with a slave? Is that wise? What is she doing with a slave in the first place? Well, since she's there, I hope it's safe.

You're doing a fine job as Senator, and the people are pleased. You're not doubting yourself, now are you? You KNOW you're a great Senator, and many, MANY people are pleased to know you. I'm sure Amidala is pleased to know you as well. Now, just whenever you're able return home. Everyone here missing you (of course I'm the first on that list of everyone). Well, I must go, tell me when something comes up.


Sara
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Note 19:
First Bail and Sara Note written after AOTC came out



Sara,

The Senate must vote on EVERY action made in the Republic. That makes all issues “fair.” There are some people in the Senate that feel that Queen Amidala is making the situation all up, and others that do not understand how serious the situation is. There are those that feel that sending a rescue team an unnecessary use of the Jedi. We must discuss all points of view. The Jedi Council informed us that Qui-Gon Jinn does not wish for a rescue team to be sent. I have no idea why that is, but that opinion only strengthens the opposition side. They think that the situation is not serious because Qui-Gon does not want a rescue team sent. Because the issue was brought up, we still must vote on the issue. I have a strong feeling that the vote will be defeated…mostly because of what Qui-Gon said about not wanting a rescue team sent.

Yes, Amidala is staying with a slave. Evidently, she must be staying in a safe place because otherwise Qui-Gon Jinn would have wanted a rescue team sent. I believe that the slave is safe. I do not know what is happening with this slave, or why they are staying with one…I believe that Amidala told me that there was a sandstorm, and they had no where to go, and the boy invited them to his house. The slave (his name is Anakin) pod races and suggested that he race for Qui-Gon and win the money so that they could buy the part for the ship. Qui-Gon turned down the boy’s proposal, last I heard. Amidala believes that Qui-Gon has a plan, but is not sure what it is yet.

Thank you. I’m glad that you and the people of Alderaan are pleased with my work as Senator. I do try my very best. Thank you for your continued encouragement. I need it in this hectic place known as the Senate chamber. I really hope that I can get back home soon. I will be sure to let you know if I find out any more.


Your loving husband,
Bail
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Note 20:
Note 20:

Dearest Bail,

I am glad that Amidala is safe and sound. The poor girl must be very frightened. I have heard that Tatooine is a very dangerous place indeed. Are you sure that they can trust these people? It seems very risky to be putting the fate of their ship and themselves into the hands of a boy and his flying skills. I hope they are safe there.

I miss you very much and so do your people. They are proud of you and your work as Senator and glad that you have not become corrupted like so many these days. These are troubled times…I wish it were not so but we must do with what we have. Be safe and know that I love you. I wish you could come home but you are needed there as I am needed here.

Goodnight.


Love,
Sara
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Note 21:
To my loving wife Sara,

I have just heard from Amidala again. She informed me that Qui-Gon has given in to Anakin’s pleas, and he will be racing for them. The race is actually being held today, and Anakin is making final preparations. I believe you are right, though, Amidala is very frightened and worried about her people. She is a strong girl, though, and is handling the situation surprisingly well. Even Palpatine is impressed with her. Palpatine felt so sure that Amidala would not be strong enough to handle the situation, and Naboo would fall in the hands of the Trade Federation. As you can imagine, Senator Palpatine was quite worried.

I have talked with him, and he’s expressed his great concern for her. I worry about him. He does not look like he is getting much sleep, and sometimes…sometimes…it almost seems as if something big is going on behind those eyes of his. I’m not sure what it is. Maybe it’s just his frustration with the situation. I cannot imagine Alderaan being treated in the manner Naboo is being treated in right now.

Qui-Gon is a Jedi Knight, remember? He has excellent instincts. I know that that does not mean he could not be fooled, tricked, misled, or wrong about something….but he’s spent a couple days with the slave and his mother, and he feels that they are safe. Of course they didn’t say a word about the nature of his business on Coruscant, only that he had to get there.

I agree; it IS very risky putting the fate of their ship into the hands of a little boy who is not even 10 years old yet. Amidala is very upset with the situation, but since she doesn’t think Qui-Gon knows she’s the queen (she’s in disguise), he does not listen to her opinions. I guess we will just have to see what happens during the race. It would kill me to hear of Anakin’s defeat…because then they would have no way of coming here, and Naboo’s people would die. Amidala has not seen anything suspicious going on there yet, so I believe they are safe.

And I miss you very, very much. I would do anything to see you. Tell my people that I am thinking of them every day. I strive to serve my people as best I can in this Senate, though, as you pointed out, so many are corrupted.

I love you too. I hope that you know I could never forget you, no matter the troubles I find in the Senate, how busy I seem to be.

Until my next letter.


Your loving husband,
Bail
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Note 22:
Dearest Bail,

Life on Alderaan seems so simple compared the the problems that you and the Senate have been experiencing with Naboo, the Trade Federation and the Queen’s present position…

How did Anakin do in his race? I do hope he won! From your letters it sounds like he is a wonderful pilot so I’m sure he did his best.

Amidala is a very stong girl. She is just fourteen? That is a very incredible and brave thing she is doing by putting herself in danger like that. I mean, staying in a slave’s quarters controlled by the Jabbas? I’m very proud of her and I wish more leaders would show as much strength as she has so far.

That is very strange of Palpatine. Have you spoken to him lately? Has his behaviour changed drastically? I thought you and he were good friends. I do hope he is alright, though. He is a strong leader who is not afraid of taking action. People like that are also needed within the Senate…

Do you know when or if you are coming home? I miss you terribly and I know it sounds very selfish but I wish you were here instead of on Coruscant…I love you and await your next letter.


Sara
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Note 23:
To my loving wife Sara,

I have some good news! That little Anakin Skywalker kid was able to win the pod race, so Queen Amidala and Qui-Gon should have the money they need to buy the hyperdrive part. It should be only a matter of minutes before Amidala finally arrives on Coruscant to address the Senate.

Everyone around here is growing more and more tense. Palpatine is really nervous. I would be too, if I were in his position. His planet is in such danger, and when Amidala does get here, the Senate session will decide the fate of his people.

From what I have heard, though, they have not started on their journey yet. I hope they start soon. The sooner they get here, the better.

Life on Alderaan does seem simple compared to the problems on Naboo. We are very fortunate to not be in their situation.

So as you can see from what I have already said…Anakin did extremely well in the race. He stalled a couple times, but that did not hinder his progress. I can only imagine how proud his mother must be. Can you imagine that Anakin did all that not for himself, but for others? He is such a kind little boy. I am sure he will grow up to be a very kind man. It is too bad he is a slave, though.

And as we have already discussed, yes Amidala is only 14. A quality such as bravery is very rare among people her age. She is very intelligent, though, and is wise beyond her years. She was not the youngest queen ever to be elected on Naboo. There have been younger. Naboo is famous for it’s leadership programs and political officials that it produces.

You have mixed up a little terminology. The species that controls Tatooine is not called Jabbas…it’s called the Hutts. Jabba the Hutt happens to be the name of the one that controls Tatooine. It’s okay. I know with all the species throughout the galaxy that it can be hard to remember them all. I’ve had to look it up a few times in the past.

I wish more leaders were as strong as Amidala is too. Staying with a slave family had to have taken a lot of courage.

Yes, I have spoken to Palpatine lately. He has been very tired and nervous…but he seems to be doing pretty well, considering that his people are suffering and dying, and his queen is stuck on a desert planet. I’m sure he is all right. He assured me that he was okay. I think he was serious, so it must be just stress that is getting to him. I wish there were more people like him in the Senate, too.

I do not know when I am coming home. All I can tell you is that I will come as soon as I can. It is encouraging to know that the boy won the race, and that they will be heading here very shortly.

You have no idea how much I miss you too. I promise I’ll make this up to you when I return. I do not like being away from you for extended periods of time. I do not think it is selfish of you to want me home. Believe me, I’d rather be on Alderaan than in this big debate in the Senate. The situation really is exhausting.

I love you very much, my darling wife.


Your husband,
Bail
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Note 24:
Dearest Bail,

I’m so happy that Anakin won! I knew he could do it! That’s so wonderful!

How is Amidala? And the others? Did they arrive alright? How are the Jedi that came with them? You told me it was Obi-Wan Kenobi and Qui-Gon Jinn, right? I have heard a lot of good things about the master Qui-Gon and his apprentice Obi-Wan.

I am very proud of Anakin. Humans aren’t usually able to race in those kinds of races, are they? That’s a very amazing thing to do then. How old is he? Old enough to become a Jedi? Because he must have amazing abilities then. I’m very impressed with Amidala during this whole ordeal. I’m very impressed with the way that she has fended for herself. It must have taken a lot of strength and bravery to disguise herself as a servant to accompany Qui-Gon into the city…

That’s really too bad that Anakin is a slave. Were they able to free him? I have heard of the great power Jedis have over weaker minds. Does that mean that they were able to free him? And what about his family?

Anyway, I have to go. There are duties that I have to attend to here. I miss you very much and will see you when you are able to return. I love you…


Sara
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Note 25:
To my loving Sara,

I have received more news. Anakin has not only won the race, but he has been freed as well! Just before the race started, Qui-Gon made a bet with Watto, that if Anakin won, Anakin would be freed.

Of course Anakin had no knowledge of this until after he had won. I am so happy for the little boy.

Amidala is a little impatient with Qui-Gon’s activities in regards to Anakin. They have not yet arrived. I do not believe they have even left Tatooine YET. It is encouraging to hear, however, that they will be on their way soon. I have heard that the new hyperdrive parts have been installed properly, and now they are just waiting for Anakin and Qui-Gon’s arrival. I can imagine that every passenger, including the Jedi, are anxious to leave Tatooine and arrive on Coruscant. It makes me nervous that they have not yet left.

Yes, Qui-Gon Jinn and Obi-Wan Kenobi are the two Jedi that are protecting the Queen. I too have heard many great things about them. I have no reason to doubt these words that I have heard about them.

I, too, am proud of Anakin. No, humans do not usually race pods….in fact I had NEVER heard of a human doing it until I heard of Anakin. That does speak a lot for his abilities. I’m sure that Anakin is even a more amazing person face to face. Anakin is just 9 years old, but I heard that his birthday is coming up soon. Actually, I am a little worried about Qui-Gon’s wish for Anakin to become a Jedi. It is said that Jedi are trained from infancy to guard against bad influences. The Council may think Anakin is too old to begin the training. I do not know.

Yes, Amidala too, is very impressing. She has proven to be a very strong leader. I still look forward to meeting her in person. I am not sure how much longer Amidala will be able to disguise herself from the sharp eyes of two Jedi knights.

Yes, Anakin was freed, as you can see from what I have already written. Anakin does not have a big family. I believe the only people living with him are his mother and a droid named C-3PO. The boy actually built the droid. Can you believe that? At any rate, Anakin was the only one who was freed. Amidala told me that the Jedi tried to free Anakin’s mother, but were unable to, and that Anakin’s owner did NOT have a weak mind, so Jedi tricks did not work on it.

How is everything going at home? How are the people doing? I must ask this. I hope to be home very soon.


Your husband,
Bail
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Note 26:
Dearest Bail,

That is so wonderful to hear! The boy must be so very talented to be able to win against such odds.

Qui-Gon is taking quite the risk by betting on him…no wonder Amidala’s anxious about it. The girl does have a good point on the fact that they do not know him…

Anakin seems to be a genuinely good child. And very talented. That is amazing in the fact that he can race with all those other creatures and win.

Being a human and all…And being able to build his own robot must count for something.

What do you mean by he’s too old? Why should there be an age limit on it if they are strong enough to block out bad influences? I thought Jedis were strong enough to stay true to their paths…

Everyone here is fine…we are getting along just fine but I wish you were here. I miss you so much and kep you in my prayers every night.

I must go…it is late and I have a meeting very early tomorrow with some ambassadors. Goodnight, my love…


Your wife,
Sara
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Note 27:
To my lovely wife Sara,

I have good news for you. Queen Amidala and the others have now arrived on Coruscant unharmed. I heard that Qui-Gon ran into some sort of creature that he suspects might have been a Sith. The Jedi will be speaking to the Jedi Council soon.

I was able to speak with Amidala, but only for a few moments. I hope that I did not distract her from her duty, but I thought it would be good for her to know that several Senators besides her own are supporting her in this cause.

Palpatine is now speaking to her privately. I’m sure he is comforting her and giving her good advice. Supreme Chancellor Valorum has now finalized the plan for the emergency meeting, and it will happen in about an hour from now. I am anxious to hear her speak, and to have action taken.

Anakin is here on Coruscant as well. Supposedly Qui-Gon thinks the kid can become a Jedi, and wishes to take him before the Jedi Council. As I noted in my last letter, I am not sure what kind of luck he’ll have with that, but we can hope. I have only caught a glimpse of the child, but he seems to be a cute little kid.

You must understand, my dear, that being able to build a robot does not make one worthy to become a Jedi in the Council’s eyes. They follow their code strictly and are very unlikely to make any exceptions.

From what I understand, Jedi are usually taken from infancy and raised by only Jedi. The training begins immediately, and the Jedi take great pains in making sure their children do not form emotional attachments with anyone, and they are exposed to no emotion. I guess they think that emotions could corrupt the potential Jedi, and to the Jedi there is nothing more dangerous than a corrupted Jedi. With Anakin already being almost 10 years old, he has already developed a strong emotional attachment with his mother, and has seen much pain. He was not shielded the way the Jedi children traditionally are.

I am glad that everyone is getting along find on Alderaan. I wish that it remains that way until I return. I would never wish that you would have to deal with something so dangerous alone. I keep you in my prayers every night too. I miss you too, but soon I will be with you again on Alderaan.

You mentioned a meeting with some ambassadors. How did it go? Goodnight to you too.


Your husband,
Bail

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