Private Meditation and Discussion

[Wuxia Wukong]

Wu focused on his breathing as he let the Force flow around him, through him, with him. With closed eyes he searched for inner balance, it was only with inner balance that you could find peace. The Living Force flowed through all living things, it was evident in scientific methods like a midi chlorian count, however Wu preferred a more spiritual and yet more direct evidence of the Living Force. Not that evidence was the point of course. The search for knowledge of the force was the search for deeper connection, as all things were connected.

Many chose to search for hidden truths within the Force answers about the meaning of life or perhaps death. The Sith searched for immortality, the Jedi sought knowledge of how to be one with the Force upon your death. Wu was self aware enough to admit that he would indeed like to become apart of the Force when his mortal life ended, however he hoped within himself that that wasn't out of a vain search for immortality. Rather a desire to become one with everything.

In the meantime Wu found the meaning of life to be a personal journey. Every individuals was different, he encouraged others to find their journey whatever that may be whether that be a great diplomat or a simple farmer. Even soldiers had their place in their protection of others. Though Wuxia found that to be a perilous path to take one in which there would be many chances to fall. He was aware of the irony that he himself did not shy from battle when he deemed it necessary, though he believed he always sought to defend life never take it blithely.

Wuxia was perhaps not worried or but perhaps a little concerned over the path his padawan Feng Huang was on, and the decision that was before her. He knew that she was considering becoming a Shadow. Wuxia had a heavy heart about Shadows. He knew they did necessary and even good works, amongst the most admirable being offering asylum and refugee routes for those who needed them, but he could not help feeling the fact that they worked in the Shadows gave potential for falling further into darkness.

Naivety wasn't Wuxia's mindset however. They served the force and their path was a worthy one. He just feared the burdons such a path could put on an already weighted shoulders such as Feng's. Wu sighed as he realised he had lost hold of the balance and inner peace he had been trying to maintain. Wu scrunched up his nose, then let out a breath.

"Nope. It's gone the moment has passed. As all moments do. As all moments should." Wu opened his eyes to find Master Vedot sitting beside him in the gardens.

"Master Vedot. Thank you for joining me." Wu bowed from his seating position.

Vodet

 

[Vodet]

Peace and quiet. A nice world. Warm seabreezes. These were the things that Vodet enjoyed. It kept him grounded. It kept his mind active, and brought him fully into connection with the Force. He was the type to be seen more in the sea and the water than anywhere else. But at times? Connecting with life wherever it was, could be the most important thing.

Kneeling in the garden, his staff to his left, on the ground, his light club hilt on his opposite side, extinguished but ready. There was no need for it now, but as a Jedi, it was his focus. He was more of a Sage and Watchman than he ever would be a warrior. A peaceful life, a simple life.

Still, he was also the Steward of Kattada.

And a point of connection for many Jedi.

“Always, Master Wukong. What may I help with today?” The Yinchorri looked around the garden, a smile crossing his features. Well, as much as one can be affected by his species.

Wuxia Wukong

 

[Wuxia Wukong]

"Please call me Master Wu." Wu smiled.

Vedot's presence always made him smile, not only was he a Jedi Master Wu respected, he was a kind and gentle soul. In addition to this he reminded Wu of his own master long since gone his own way. What his master perhaps should have been. Wu felt the urge to get sad about that perhaps even angry. Acknowledged the motion and let it flows, past his mind and past his heart so that he would not dwell on it.

Stewing in past wrong was a bitter poison leading to resentment. Wu wouldn't say it was a recipe for the dark side, but it certainly wasn't a positive experience.

Wu considered Vedot's offer of help and smiled gratefully he gave a small bow in thanks.

"Thank you. I respect your wisdom as a teacher and mentor for many of our young padawans and younglings I seek your counsel regarding my own." Wu informed him. "She is close to her trials and while I am sure she will succeed I am… anxious about the paths she is considering.As is she. I know it is not my path to take, nor can or should I take it for her, or pressure her in my dreams for her."

Wu paused.

"I cannot help feel however she seeks dangerous paths, not only of her body but of her soul. Shadows, Guardians, Sentinels, Pathfinder. She has already chosen the purple the path that treads closest to the dark side and I will admit she has been happier for it since."

"It was my second great test as her Master."

Wu spread his hands.

"I suppose my request for assistance is two fold. The first would be to speak with her, I think she can only take so much well intentioned counsel from myself before she get's sick and tired of it tuning me out. The second would be of any assistance or advice you could give her about the respective paths. Perhaps speak to the masters whose experience of them you respect the most. I fear my isolation from the structure of the Jedi Order leaves me ill suited to assessing or approaching the Jedi whose insight would be valuable."

Wu paused to let it sink in the let out a laugh under his breath.

"And if you have any advice for an anxious old master whose student is outgrowing him I would welcome that as well."

Wu bowed.

Vodet

 

[Vodet]

Vodet was learning to be a bit more relaxed and less formal, all his time on Kattada. The attitude of that Temple was very lax, a result of someone like Starchaser setting up and leading the temple until he retired from the active service of the Jedi. A relaxed wayseeker, the elder human did make his appearances every so often.

"Of course, Master Wu it is. I just prefer Vodet." Two Masters, they didn't need to use honorifics. The Yinchorri waited for Wu to expand. While Vodet had very few Padawans in his time, taking two true Padawans, he did center his skills on assisting the younglings and being an advisors to many.

"We all must take our own paths. Like the sea turtles on Kattada, the mothers may lay their eggs where they are safe. But when the young hatch, they make their choices to the sea on their own. An ancient master once said that we are what our students grow beyond." Vodet's tone and clip were relaxed. Matter of fact.

"Many paths before any of us. The explorer, warrior, researcher… any combination can make for a great life for a Jedi. It is true that several are more intense and risky than others but if we shield all students, who fills the roles when they're needed?"

"I would be honored to assist her; my friend. As for what you can do. The Force does provide our answers. But even our students teach us lessons. Where she goes, and what she accomplishes are the results of you. Your methods. It is testament to what you placed in her mind."

The Yinchorri took a few moments. Gathering his thoughts. "She will be safe and I will do all I can to provide the best guidance for her. From myself and others."

Wuxia Wukong