A Deadly Calm
Anakin sensed Tahiri's presence. He raised his face and peered into the darkness. Slowly he rose to his knees, then gained his feet. Tahiri stepped out of the shadows and moved to Anakin's side. The side of his academy jumpsuit was drenched in blood, and Tahiri stifled a cry. Anakin grasped her hand tightly, and for a brief moment their eyes met. The look they exchanged was one of calm and resolve. They would fight the dragon together. . . .