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Leia Organa Solo (yourhighnessnes) wrote in snapthread,
@ 2019-12-15 00:17:00

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galen marek (sw), leia organa

WHO: Leia Organa & Galen Marek
WHAT: Space Mall
WHERE: Through the doors.
WHEN: Sometime during doors plot.

Leia had managed a second full moon without harming anyone, dealing with it slightly differently this time around, and still keeping it to herself, to all except Remus, who had been kind enough to let her get it off her chest, and approach him for help. It’d made her a little more reclusive, for how dangerous this creature was - even though she still went about her day, in mostly a regular way. She just found things to keep busy with, she’d been through the doors, alone and unannounced more than regular, recently. Helping to keep the town in stock of warm clothing and winter weather supplies. As for Galen, she wasn’t entirely certain he noticed, or perhaps he did? Leia wasn’t entirely certain how she’d go about talking about any of it, she wasn’t even certain she would find a way; but it was likely better that way, at least until she had matters better under control.

But, given it wasn’t so long ago they’d decided to venture through the doors together more often, Leia hadn’t want to turn down the idea posed, for one she wouldn’t have an explanation ready either? Which would likely only put things into question. The Princess certainly doubted it’d go a smoothly as their previous trip, but she wasn’t quite guarded either. Perhaps it’d be just fine? Perhaps they’d make it more about scavenging than leisure, all the same, given they didn’t know what they’d encounter, they’d both come along with supplies, just in case.

The door brought them through to a grand sprawling and extravagant space, it didn’t take long to assess, with some examination that it was an indoor marketplace on a huge scale. Like the malls she’d encountered more than once or gathering missions, one of the bigger differences was, the glass ceiling above showed the vast galaxy outside; nothing immediately familiar, but breathtaking all the same. The streamlined, smooth design of everything that made the space seem nearly endless, the metallic look rather similar to Empire technology - but it was clear that it wasn’t quite immediately - no insignia, no Aurebesh and, importantly, the lack of any military trappings or Stormtrooper patrols.

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killerofstars
2019-12-15 05:40 am UTC (link)

Galen was frustrated. Not actually at Leia, but at the slow pace. Being a man of action and a man of now, the allowing Leia to move at her pace especially after the incredible trip they took through the doors. The ride along the coast, swim in the ocean, and night spent together... even in the same bed. Then when they get back to Starklandia, she gets distant again.

Galen was trying. He was trying really hard.

So when Leia had reached out for a trip through the doors, there was no hesitation from the Sith. Well, just a little bit just so he didn't come off as over eager, but he was delighted with the opportunity for another chance. Meeting at the doors, he allowed Leia to pick the door while he made sure both of his weapons were easily accessible, and then away they went. Right, into something they both would be familiar with. It was space. Hopefulness radiated off Galen as he looked up at the stars. His hand reached out and grasped Leia's hand with a little squeeze.

"Look at it." And just like that, he was no longer frustrated or even remotely mad. The darkness of space, and the coldness of the this station. This space station that looked like what, a mall they called it? Space Mall? Regardless, Galen cared little of that. Turning his attention to Leia he smirked. "Tell me this doesn't feel more like home than anything." As he pulled her closer lightly, before realizing he was holding her hand. Looking at it, then her face. He was not going to be apologetic this time. "Are you ready to see what this place has to offer?

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yourhighnessnes
2019-12-15 01:40 pm UTC (link)

There truly was something about the beauty of the wide, the endlessness of the galaxy above them, and something Leia found she’d missed. Though the stars were very visible and stunning within Starklandia, this was different. It was a view she’d enjoyed by never thought she’d miss as greatly as she did. Leia took a moment to stare, and take it in. Even if there wasn’t a constellation or world familiar in sight, there was no knocking such a wonderful view.

Much like Galen, it was almost impossible for Leia to hold on to what she was currently brooding about, not only because of the incredible sight before them, which as he said, was undeniably like their homeworld - or at least, had a strong, almost pleasant sense of the familiar to them both. Regardless, Galen’s veritable delight was practically infectious, and there was no way she couldn’t break into a smile as he pulled her closely for a moment, and kept hold of her hand, marvelling at what they had ahead of them, how much there was to see. “It does feel like home.” She agreed with warmth in her voice. It almost settled that homesickness, just a touch. "It's kind of- beautiful." She near laughed, who'd say such of a space-station type outlet, solely for shopping - but a place like this had a very special significance for them, not just a novelty.

“I almost don’t know where to start.” Other than wandering forward of course, to inspect the nearest shop. Alongside the bustling array of stores, there were also food smells, and the scent of delicious treats in the air.