After the launch I learned that I was being taken to Chommell Minor. Just as you warned. We fell into an argument … then, I’m not sure what happened—” “Tell me what happened,” Plagueis demanded. “I killed them,” Palpatine snarled back. “I killed them—even the guards.” Plagueis restrained a smile, knowing now that Naboo would be his. Over and done with. Now to reel him in further, and ensure his continued usefulness.

