-From the perspective of Nizzal-

After the others managed to calm down, and somewhat accept the presence of a horde of small deadly looking critters running about, we came to the common understanding, that we have wasted enough time for now, and decided to release Lily’s small swarm into the tunnels which were surrounding us in every direction. While doing so, we decided to remain in place and wait for the zergs to do most of the work, as neither one of us wanted to blindly run into another bunch of tuk’ata.

It was without question the safest plan we could go with.

Lily easily accepted our plan, which surprised me.

I was a bit worried that she wouldn't like the idea to only risk her newly born brood members in such a dangerous endeavour. Luckily, my worries have proved to be baseless, as she didn’t seem to sweat about it at all.

That was what led to our current situation, which was for once, pleasantly boring.

Meanwhile, the situation on Coruscant was everything but boring.

-From a general perspective.-

Tremendous explosions shook the ground around their improvised barricades. Dust and broken glass pieces were flying through the air as nearby buildings shook under the endless barrage of plasma beams. The convoy of troops led by Master Windu has reached their goal.

They already invaded the spaceship platform, which was big enough to allow even large battleships to land on it safely. The only problem was that shortly after their arrival, they met with such fierce resistence that it seemed borderline impossible to go any forward, not to mention taking back the landing platforms.

The droids have set up their defense line a lot quicker than anticipated. All this was making Windu’s already temperamental character become more and more annoyed.

A few minutes ago he was still parrying a series of plasma beams while leading the charge of a group of troopers, in a brave attempt to pierce through the enemy line of defense.

All that to be foiled by a partially collapsed building that couldn’t handle any more damage and eventually crashed down, blocking the road right in front of them.

At first Windu thought that it was but a convenient accident, at least for the droids, but her friend, Mevu, quickly pointed out that she heard sounds of controlled explosions rising from the building’s direction just before its side collapsed over the road.

That made things clearer. The droids must have placed some sort of explosives on the buildings side, to block their path if they came close to pierce through their line of defense. That also meant it was more than likely that they placed similar explosives at other places as well.

That meant going around and trying a different street to push ahead was out of the question. But what other choice they had? The soldiers could likely climb over the debris that stood in their way, even under heavy fire, but not bringing the walkers, more specifically AT-TE’s with them, was nothing short of suicide.

A hand dropped on his shoulder while he was immersed in trying to find a way to go forward. He turned sideway and glared at the bith who was interrupting his thoughts.

-What is it?

He asked with a bit of annoyance leaking into his tone.

-What is what? Aren’t you trying to clear our way, Mace?

Windu straightened his back somewhat, swallowed back his flickering anger, and said.

-Yes, I am trying to do it, or at least find a solution that will allow us to get over this obstacle. Obviously…

The bith woman seemed satisfied with the answer, as she placed her left hand over her hip, and stated with a nonchalant tone.

-That’s good. It shows that we are like-minded. Now get your legs under you and help me clear the path.

Windu raised a pair of surprised eyebrows hearing that. Still, he stood up and followed Mevu, if a bit hesitantly. Naturally he didn’t miss the chance to give voice of his doubts.

When they finally stood in front of the collapsed building part, he turned towards Mevu with a questioning gaze and asked sarcastically.

-And what now, my esteemed friend? Are we going to lift this? Even in my best years, I would have struggled to achieve such feet and those years are long behind me if you haven’t noticed.

To his surprise, Mevu turned towards him with a cheeky grin and said.

-Close enough, but not quite there. We won’t have to lift all of this after all. We will only push aside enough to make a convenient road for the walkers, not even mentioning that unlike in most of your life, Mace… This time, you are not alone!

Windu was without a doubt surprised by the unforeseen jab towards his social life, but unlike he would usually do, this time he only shook his head and said with an amused smirk, sneaking onto his lips.

-Says the one who just came back from a thirty year long voluntary self exile. This just shows that you were never good with self analysis; it is safe to say that the long years have also failed to resolve another one of your undesirable traits that your master endlessly struggled with. In a futile attempt, but that goes without saying.

Mevu looked back at Mace with a haughty expression, while waving in a disregarding manner towards him. Without much pause, she readily commented.

-Hmm, just as I said earlier… Some things never really change… just like your temper.

-… Like you-…

-Now, enough of the chit-chat… focus your mind to overcome this obstacle!

With that, Mace and Mevu started to manipulate the force, with all their concentration, helping one another when the need arose. It was a very tenuous exercise which required immense focus, patience and trust between the two participants. Especially as it was needed to be done on the battlefield.

Their unexpected actions quickly gained the attention of the nearby troops, causing the soldiers that were hiding inside the buildings and among the various ruins out of sight. Now they began to peek out of their hiding places as a sensation of awe silently took over them. Your average soldier, aside from the clones, has rarely witnessed the force in action, especially in such magnitude. It was a miraculous sight.

It didn’t take a lot of time until some of the younger soldiers started to cheer for the two jedi working in a seamless tandem clearing the road which cut them from the enemy’s weak point.

Strangely enough, right about this time, the endlessly barreling laser shots coming from the other side of the barricade stopped and an eery stillness took over the now silent battlefield.

A few minutes went by while the two masters worked, channeling the force through their bodies, bending it with light but powerful gestures as they allowed it to flow through their very being. A road have began to form between the piles of endless debris, while perspiration covered the jedi’s body from the inhuman exercise.

Many would have given up by now, as the work was far from done.

However, these two were different. They were stubborn and weren’t willing to accept defeat in such a way. One with an explosive aura, and another surrounded by fickle playfulness. Their presence naturally emboldening each other to finish what they started.

More minutes went by in such a manner, and after an excruciatingly long time, the last piece of debris had been pushed to the side. A way had been created in the sea of ruin, which allowed the soldiers and their heavy walkers to pass through, completely taking the droid armies in the flank.

Said droids were in the middle of regrouping and marching over to a different location, clearly not expecting any more danger from this place. They have only noticed the strange phenomenon a few seconds ago, and now were standing by, trying to analyze the situation and find the best course of action.

It was the best possible scenario to happen for the republic soldiers. A one sided massacre quickly began and the republic troops cut through the surprised droid forces like a hot knife through butter.

A powerful strike has been delivered against the droids. However, the armies of the republic were still far from taking back the main landing platforms, but they were now fighting a different battle. A winning one.

Mevu smiled with a satisfied and tired expression. Her body was drenched from the exertion, just as her old friend’s was. Still, she straightened her back and smiled, while looking at the quickly pushing forward soldiers and the scattering droids. She would never admit it openly… but it was refreshing to use her powers with such freedom and meaning behind it.

She naturally enjoyed her life in her self proclaimed exile, otherwise she would have stopped doing it a long time ago, but it was still boring at certain times. The lack of companionship was one of the hardest to endure. She couldn’t help but became excited to meet with such a dear friend and work with him together.

Once again, after so many years.

She looked at Windu sideways, noticing that his glare also followed the attacking soldiers, who were in a high morale after witnessing their deed, alas the usual sense of annoyance was nowhere to be seen now.

His face was calm, peaceful even. It was how he was. A man who spoke clearly through actions, while almost always struggling to properly express himself with the tender use of words.

Windu moved slightly, and the two pairs of eyes met.

He shook himself, changing back into the harsh leader which everyone was used to seeing and stated.

-We should go, the battle is hardly won yet.

Mevu only nodded, accepting the words. Both of them joined the marching troops soon after.