Written By, Jedi Master Gimpy

This story requires a small introduction. It takes place on Earth around the years 2600+ AD (I haven't exactly decided when, yet) Life has been discovered on the other planets, and the solar system is currently ruled by an evil organization called the Dictane, much like the Empire from SW. It's about Earth's struggle, which is essentially like the Rebels. It starts out kinda slow, but will pick up speed later.

A Galaxy Far, Far Away

Chapter 1

If I see another orange IŐm going to scream, I thought, flipping my long blonde hair over my shoulder as I strode down my shipŐs gangplank. I tapped a button on the remote strapped to my waist and Lt. GreenŐs boarding ramp slowly hissed shut. The forest green ship was my pride and joy, its sleek, smooth lines accentuated by gold and black stripes.

ŇTaren! Taren Maric!Ó

I whirled at the excited call and saw my best friend Kaelynn rushing towards me, her long brown hair streaming out behind her slim figure. ŇHey ya, Kael!Ó I said cheerfully, giving her a giant hug. Kael an I are almost inseparable.

ŇHey, yourself,Ó Kaelynn said with a grin. ŇI heard you were getting back and decided to give you a welcoming party.Ó She gave the hull a solid thump. ŇHow is the old boy, anyway?Ó

ŇLt. Green? HeŐs not old!Ó I said indignantly. I patted my ship affectionately. ŇHeŐs doing fine. I just got back from loading a zillion crates of oranges, transporting a zillion crates of oranges to Mars, and then offloading a zillion crates of oranges.Ó I wrinkled my nose and sighed regretfully. ŇI donŐt think Lt. Green will ever smell the same again.Ó

Kaelynn gave my shoulder a sympathetic squeeze, steering me towards the San Diego Spaceport exit. I loved my job as a pilot, flying cargo out to the other planets, but Earth was home to me and I could never stay away for long. There was something about having a place to belong and come home to that nowhere else could ever compare with.

I frowned as we passed through the exit, noticing that now there were three Dictan guards posted there instead of the one that had been there when I left. ŇDoesnŐt the Dictane think he has enough control over us already?Ó I asked hotly. ŇHe has the whole dang solar system under his airtight control.Ó Although I try to control my temper, it tends to get the best of me.

ŇShhh,Ó Kaelynn warned. ŇThere was a large Rebel demonstration yesterday and the Dictans are out for blood.Ó We both knew that the Dictane liked to keep control through fear, fear brought to life by demonstrations. Whether the person was guilty or not never seemed to be important. We walked past the guards and into the busy streets. Hovercars flew by, filling the air with the metallic whine of engines as people walked by deep in conversation. It was great to be home. ŇCome on,Ó Kael suggested in a lighter tone. ŇI arranged for us to meet Tyhler and Meli at RaynarŐs Treats.Ó

I immediately brightened. I love the food at RaynarŐs, especially the ice cream. I am extremely glad that I happen to be one of those people that can eat forever and never gain a pound. ŇLetŐs go,Ó I said, pushing thoughts of the Dictane out of my head. RaynarŐs Treats was only a few blocks from the spaceport and it only took us a few minutes to get there.

When we walked in Tyhler and Meli were already there. Meli was carefully peeling open an orange with her colorful nails and popping slices into her painted mouth. I bit back a scream. ŇMeli, get that orange out of my sight or I swear IŐll shove it up your nose.Ó Kaelynn stifled a laugh.

Tyhler sat back in his chair, sandy blond hair neatly parted and combed and blue eyes filled with laughter. He flashed his white teeth. ŇGo stuck carrying a zillion crates of oranges again, huh Taren?Ó

I made a face at him. Tyhler had been one of my best friends since we were little kids and could just about read my mind. We have a great friendship going, and after so many years I have to admit that heŐs very cute. ŇSo what if I did?Ó I retorted. ŇI still make more money than you three do.Ó I waved to Raynar as the Plutooine bustled around behind the counter. ŇIŐll have the usual, Raynar,Ó I called.

ŇOne double-scoop mint chocolate chip ice cream cone coming right up,Ó Raynar said with a toothy smile. Other people might find the fierce natives from Pluto intimidating, but to me Raynar looks like a giant blue teddy bear.

Meli stood and linked arms with Kaelynn and I with a wink. ŇCome on. While he gets that itŐs time to take a trip to the little girlŐs room.Ó

Tyhler gave us a weird look. ŇWhy is it that girls always have to go to the bathroom in groups?Ó

I grinned. ŇDonŐt you know? There are no cameras in the bathroom.Ó I wiggled my eyebrows at him. ŇThatŐs where we make all our secret plans for world domination.Ó

Tyhler shook his head with a small laugh. ŇYou guys are weird.Ó

ŇUs gals,Ó Kaelynn stressed, Ňare just creative. ThatŐs why you love us,Ó she tossed over her shoulder as we sauntered over to the bathroom.

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I just want everyone to know I didn't write the story, but I do have permission to use it. Ya I know it is weird but...well...that's just me and my friends. I have to edit this in to a form that will work in a game but I have already thought about it. The basic plot will remain the same and I going to try my best to stir some emotions up. One minute you'll be laughing and the next minute you'll want to pull your hair out in frustration. Please feel free to comment.

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