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Hear No Evil

[member="Sophia Walsh"]
The populace of Chroma Zed with their worm-like appearance would not be deemed attractive by the majority of the galaxy. The same did not go for the planet itself. A set of stairs led from a manor built into the mountainside and up to a terrace situated between two waterfalls. Imported plants provided lush greenery on the terrace itself, which took the form of a half-circle that jutted from the rock above the manor. A table sat in the middle of the terrace, with two chairs. Seated in one of them was Jedi Knight Ryan Korr.

His keen grey eyes shone as two bits of iron from a smoldering meteorite while he surveyed the picturesque scene. A light breeze rustled hair of a deep red, which hung tousled past his ears. He paid small heed to the itch of his rough spun brown robes. The uncomfortable material served as a reminder of a Jedi's purpose. His hands rested firmly atop the arms of his chair as he sat rigidly, features as stern and impassive as a king passing judgement. Upon his granite carved face sat several scars, silvery against pale skin with a vertical gash just under his right eye being the most prominent.

The Jedi appeared at ease amidst the calming sound of the waterfalls, though he did not smile. He sat on the planet of a CIS Viceroy and a member of the Obsidian Order awaiting her arrival. Once, the Jedi had not secluded themselves so thoroughly and while Ryan felt bitter about the lack of assistance from the CIS in the war against the One Sith he would at the least attempt to open new channels with the other nation. The events of Druckenwell proved... disturbing, which was another reason he was here. A war with the One Sith might be occurring, but Jedi could not simply overlook a mass atrocity such as Druckenwell. Ryan would investigate in the time he could spare, which was sadly very little. Even so, he would do his best to gather an understanding of the tragedy.

He looked toward the stairs waiting for Miss Walsh to arrive.
 
[member="Ryan Korr"]

The events on Druckenwell had not only shaken Sophia to the core but the citizens of the planet as well. They were rebelling against those politicians in each of their district and even though she agreeded with the position of the people it was hard to just boot them out. In order to ensure she didn't have too much power there were many checks and balances that she had to go through to change things. She was part of the resistance but she kept that as much of a secret as she could. Sophia couldn't bring about the change that was needed if they kicked her out of office.

As if having internal turmoil wasn't enough the planet was located right on the Republic border and it was only a matter of time till they went after the Confederacy over the events of that massacre. The whole galaxy wanted their blood and they were safe. This was one of the reasons Sophia agreed to meet with a representative of the Republic for a chat. She was grateful to be given the chance to have her side heard and actually speak with someone about this. As of right now she hadn't spoken to anyone regarding her position but it wasn't the same as the Lord commander.

Sophia had very little time for anything but dealing with those whom would love to Chroma Zed turn into a military world. She couldn't allow others to twist everything that she made here into something evil and corrupt like it seemed the rest of the government was becoming. She worked tirelessly to keep things afloat and the time she was to spend with Knight Koor was normally time spent with her five year old.

As she made her way up the steps she saw him waiting for at the table she had prepared for this meeting. "Thank you for coming," she smiled as she made her way to the table. "You must be Knight Korr, it's a pleasure to meet you." She reached out her hand to shake his.
 
A steely eyed gaze met Sophia's smile. Korr allowed a semblance of a smile to skirt his lips and stood up, taking her hand in his own for a brief pause and a firm shake. He resumed his seat, back straight and features serious as he stared at the woman before him. She held influence in the Confederacy as not only a member of the Obsidian Order but also a Viceroy. Respected, wealthy, and from a family of well-repute.

So how could she approve of the actions at Druckenwell? The thought of that atrocity ever haunted Ryan's mind of late.

Even so, he met her verdant eyes and said in a level tone, "You as well, Viceroy Walsh." His hands rested upon the arms of his chair and his lips twitched enigmatically. "If I'd seen the waterfalls of Chroma Zed before, I believe I would visit more often."

[member="Sophia Walsh"]
 
It wasn’t a broadcasted fact but during the invasion Sophia had been helping the citizens instead of fighting. She and her brother had taken as many refugees back to Chroma Zed where they could be safe. The woman had taken hundreds back home with her however that was nothing compared to those whom had lost their live that day. Sophia still felt as if she failed and wished that she had done more. She should have done more as a woman with this sort of power. She was currently making a more permanent arrangement for those whom were now here. Sophia wanted to help in any way she could to help make life more comfortable for them here.

She wasn’t like the other viceroys of the planet which meant more times than not she was out voted and pushed to the side. There were times that she thought of leaving and going to the Silver Jedi where her daughter was but never did. If she left, what would happen to the citizens of Chroma Zed? There would be nobody here to fight for them so stay she did even though it took a major toll on her livelihood.

“Please, call me Sophia.” She smiled lightly as she once again took her seat. “It used to not be like this. Everything was in shambles a few years ago as the citizens were under the rule of a war lord. I do my best to make sure that never happens again.” She paused for a brief moment before continuing again. “Can I get you anything to eat or drink?”

[member="Ryan Korr"]
 
"No, thank you." He gave her a small, polite smile.

He looked away from enrapturing green eyes and toward the waterfalls and the mountain-side mansion below. Hard to imagine such a beatific landscape enveloped in chaos, but he had seen too many tragedies in his short life to doubt the truth of the matter. Her words were reassuring, the words of a protector, a guardian. But Ryan had heard calming platitudes before from Jedi... right before they turned to the Sith. Aaralyn, Vulpesen, Daella... how many more would they lose?

Well, Daella had always been lost. That Traitor- he took a breath, then exhaled.

"I apologize, you reminded me of the chaos that has plagued the Jedi Order recently.... and the CIS as well." His smile turned sad. "The Dark Side seems to taint all." Ryan furrowed his brow. "I was on the other side of the galaxy when it happened, but I still hear them in my dreams as if it was but yesterday. The dying screams of a billion voices crying out in fear..."

The young Jedi Knight seemed to sag then, shoulders bowing as if under an impossible weight.

"I'm not sure they'll ever be silent, not in my dreams. I'm not sure I want them to be. They're a reminder, I think. A reminder that evil does not reside solely in the Sith." Steely grey eyes met her green gaze and fine, olive skinned features.

[member="Sophia Walsh"]
 
"There is still good in the galaxy. The Confederacy as a whole didn't support what happened. I didn't, I was there trying to get as many people off that planet as I possibly could."

Sophia wasn't looking for sympathy votes or to be praised for what she had done. She only wished more than anything that she could have done more for the people. If she held all this power, why couldn't she do more for the citizens.

"That day still sends chills down my spine. Even now but I my best for those whom I have here. The citizens of Chroma Zed, I worry for if something were to happen to me. I feel needed here now more than ever. Someone has to stop the madness."

[member="Ryan Korr"]
 

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