Caught in the Crossfire (Pretty Open)

[Lady Zahra/Jules]

*She had left the Sapphire behind and was scoping out the poor section of Corellia. She knew it was dangerous being in this quadrant and even considering catching some slaves. Yet, her latest contract was very specific. He was a bit of a Corellian loyalist and refused to have any but Corellians serving hs household. The downside was that he claimed he didn't have the money to hire anyone. Yet, Jules wasn't one to be picky. He was offering very good money for each slave. One's morals could be bought for the right price.*

[Jedi Master Kael Caivera]

*Kael eased the Shadow Chaser into one of the few private landing ports that he had on the surface. As he exited the ship, one of the port masters ran up to him welcoming him home. It had been a long time since Kael had set foot on Corellia. Too long, he thought. The port master handed him a data pad that had some of the most recent news on the planet. Most of it was general news everyone knew but some of it was specialized news from his large network of contacts on the planet from his smuggling days. One of them was interesting in particular. Something about slaves and a sale. He would have to look this up. He took his one-man speeder out of the hold of his ship and prepped it for launch.*

[Lady Zahra/Jules]

*She walked through the grimy streets and looked at the many sad faces here. Slavery really wouldn't be bad for these people. In many cases, the slaves had much better living conditions than the ones these poor souls suffered from now. As she saw the dirtied faces of the children running through the streets, she felt a pull of sympathy for them. Ripping parents and children apart was one thing she wouldn't do. The children might be able to finally get some warm food in their bellies though. Walking towards one little girl who was crying, Julianna knelt down in front of her.*

"Where's your mom and dad?"

*The little girl backed away from the woman as she spoke through her tears.*

"Not supposed to speak to strangers."

"I'm a friend of your mom and dad."

*She seemed very uncertain about this whole encounter until the woman pulled out some credits from her pocket. Her grimy hands then went to grab them quickly from her hand.*

*Jules smiled at the girl.* "I can give you more than that if you can answer some questions for me."

[Jedi Master Kael Caivera]

*Kael took his speeder towards one of the many slum areas on the planet surface that this possible slaver was looking into as a possible 'recruitment' ground. He hoped he was not too late and that something hadn't already happened.*

[Lady Zahra/Jules]

*The girl's hand clasped tightly around the credits as she looked around. She didn't know what to do and her mother wasn't there to guide her.*

"I s'pose I can. Whatcha wanna know?"

*She rubbed her hand across her cheek putting a fresh dark streak across it.*

*Jules' smile faded just a bit as she had a strange feeling. The hairs on the back of her neck stood up as she knew someting was coming. She would have to be quick.*

"What time do the patrols move through this area? Can you tell me this? You know. The big scary men that run you off at night? I'm here to help you out. What if I told you I know a secret? You want in on a secret?"

*The little girl's eyes grew wide at this suggestion. She immediately nodded her head.*

"I'm good at keeping secrets. Bilhk tells me all kinds of stuff about his pa. I've never told a soul too."

*Jules can't help but chuckle at the response.* "I believe you. Well, you see, I work for a man who likes to help people out of the streets. He's a kind man. He's looking for some very special people who are strong and smart. He's promised to teach them and give them food and shelter. The only thing is, I don't know any people around here. Do you think you can help me?"

[Jedi Master Kael Caivera]

*Kael approached the outskirts of one of the many slums that he had been told were possible targets for this slaver. He parked and hid his speeder outside the limits of the slums so that he wouldn't be as obvious when he went into town. Also fortunately, he wore the clothing of a regular citizen of Corellia and not his Jedi Robes. Kael wanted to keep as low a profile as possible while investigating these possible incursions. He walked from his speeder into the slum town. As he walked into town, a few of the people poked their heads out of their doors muttering about this newcomer into their town. One of the townspeople walked forward to talk to Kael.

Hello, I am Cordesh and welcome to Joranna, our own little piece of hell.

I am Kael Rendar and I am just passing through. I do have a few questions though and I will be willing to pay you for your troubles. Has there been anyone else new that has been in this community over the past few days that you do not recognize?

I do not know myself but I can take you around and ask a few people.

Certainly, that is fine with me.

[Lady Zahra/Jules]

*The little girl stood there for a moment and lowered her eyes as she kicked at some small rubble at her feet.*

"I guess so."

*Jules watched the girl. She seemed more hesitant now. Rising back up to her full height, she knew she needed to do something to gain complete confidence of the girl.*

"You look hungry. Are you hungry?"

*The girl did not say anything but in her eyes, Jules knew the answer. Reaching her hand down, she waited for the girl to put her own in her grip.*

"Come on. I know a nice little place where we can sit and talk. If you want to tell me some names, you can. If not, no hard feelings. Ok?"

*The grin spread across her face as she nodded emphatically.*

*Jules had just won another one over. She would have her info soon and could be gone to start the removal.*

[Lady Zahra/Jules]

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