Private When Worlds Align

[Kaela Verrin]

The stars stretched and scattered as the Amidala-class Diplomatic Cruiser dropped out of hyperspace, leaving behind the glimmering blue tunnel of travel. In its place bloomed the serene beauty of the Naboo system — its primary world a blue-green jewel ahead, cradled in a curtain of silver starlight. From the forward observation deck of the ship, Senator Kaela Verrin stood with her hands gently clasped at the small of her back. Framed by the golden inlays and soft cream walls of the Alliance cruiser, she watched in silence as the planet grew larger in the viewport.

"Bring us into standard orbit," she said calmly to the helm officer. "Open a diplomatic channel with Theed control."

The channel blinked to life moments later, and Kaela stepped forward.

"This is Senator Kaela Verrin of the Galactic Alliance, aboard the Galactic Harmony. I come on behalf of the Senate to discuss mutual cooperation and future alignment between our peoples."

She paused, voice steady but respectful.

"With the consent of the Royal Naboo Republic, we formally request docking clearance at Theed Spaceport." Behind her, the ship's crew moved with quiet precision—diplomatic aides, security, and attachés preparing for first contact. Kaela remained still, eyes fixed on the planet ahead, waiting for Naboo's answer.

Sibylla Abrantes​

 

[Sibylla Abrantes]

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Kaela Verrin

Sibllya's gloved hands were folded neatly at her waist, a soft, cool silk that matched the deep green and silver trim of her House's diplomatic robes. A subtle breeze blew gently, stirring the edge of her overcloak, prompting a strand of dark chestnut hair to slip from its braided crown to kiss her cheek. She did not move it.

She was watching the sky.

The incoming cruiser shimmered against the afternoon light after being given permission to land. Senator Sarn stood beside her, the Ithorian's eye stalks moving curiously as he observed. As his duties dealt with working alongside the Economic Development Advisory Board and in the induction of new worlds within the Royal Republic, he had been tasked to become a liaison for this particular encounter.

It wasn't the first time he'd been summoned, as they had also conducted work during their initial delegation to the Mandalorians. This experience broadened Sibylla's own skills in working in foreign affairs. It was a good experience. She needed every little bit to make her bid for Sovereign of Naboo a valid one.

And for now it kept wandering thoughts from coming to the fore regarding a particular blonde teenager with eloquent prose.

The young noblewoman turned and signaled her officers to prepare the welcome committee. She kept her eyes on the horizon a moment longer, watching the ship land.

Let this be the first step to a mutually beneficial course, she thought to herself.

The Royal Naboo Republic was transitioning to the High Republic. Because its borders were expanding, it was hard to ignore the effects of the shifting gravitational pull from the Convergence. If Senator Verrin could start important talks that would benefit both the Alliance and the High Republic, then this meeting might make things feel a little less chaotic.

"Let us greet her properly," Sibylla said with quiet certainty, turning to the Ithorian Senator beside her with a small encouraging smile. He nodded in agreement, and together with the security detail they moved forward. As the docking bay lights turned green, Sibylla stepped ahead.

"Welcome to Naboo Senator Kaela Verrin, " Sibllya began, introducing herself and Senator Sarn.

"I am Sibylla Abrantes, Junior Representative of Enarc with Senator Sarn," She gestured respectively as the Ithorian stepped forward to shake the woman's hand.

"Welcome Senator Verrin, it is a pleasure," He garbled out, his wide mouth curving into a large grin.