Epilogue

Kylo Ren POV

I dropped her off knowing she would be safe, that it was her only hope of survival. My heart has ached since and I'm not the only who has noticed. I knew that my action may become sacrificial and...

I screamed out in pain again as the lightwhip struck my back. Electricity shivered down my body, making the flogging only more painful.

"Not only did you spare her life, you let her go!" Snoke scolded as he struck me again. "How could you be so foolish?! Do you know how much risk you have now put the First Order in?"

I was panting, breathless and worn out from this. "I have taken full responsibilities for my actions-" I yelped again as the whip hit me. "-and I didn't have time to kill her. Security surrounded the area and I barely escaped."

Snoke was circling me, seething with anger. I have seen him mad, but this was on a whole new level. He paused in front of me. Using the Force, I was lifted off the floor and choked in midair. "Let me explain something to you once again Kylo Ren. You are weak and stupid like your grandfather. When he succumbed to the Light, what happened?"

I didn't get a chance to answer nor did I have the breath to.

"He was destroyed! His whole Empire crumbled beneath him! Is that what you want for the First Order? Do you want us to fail?"

Again, I couldn't respond for the same reasons. I did know I was getting lightheaded from lack of oxygen.

"The First Order will never fail, Kylo Ren. And we will prevail whether you lead the army or not!"

I was released and fell onto me knees, coughing for air.

"First you betrayed us when you released the traitor," Snoke growled. "Then you fought against your own army to protect her, and now you claim that you just coincidentally landed on Earth and she escaped?"

I heard the lightwhip get powered up again. Oh Force not another round...

"I am not the fool you take me to be. And I know all your secrets. Your love for her. Yes...I see your face now. Say as you wish, but I have already seen your thoughts. Don't fight it. You know it to be true."

I just continued to hold my head in shame, bracing for the impact of the weapon in his hand.

"Supreme Leader Snoke."

I jerked my head up. That voice. It can't be.

General Hux stood there with the stupid smirk and sneer of arrogance he always carried. Only right now he was twice as annoying because he wasn't even supposed to be here. "How did you possibly-"

"Survive the attack you made on my life? Yes, that. Didn't work out too well, did it?" Hux said, crossing his arms behind his back. "Like I told your girlfriend, I'm not just some officer in pretty uniform. Remember that." He rudely pushed me aside. I would've fought back but I'm too weak.

"Supreme Leader, the fleet is in position. It is time to engage the Resistance on D'Qar," Hux stated.

"Commence attack immediately," Snoke ordered. "I want that planet annihilated of any life."

Hux acknowledged with a small bow of his head. He spun on his heels, shot me a look, then marched out of the room.

"Consider this a stroke of luck for you," Snoke said to me. His lightwhip was returned to the inside of his gold cloak beside his lightsabers. "I will be needed on deck. But this punishment is not over."

He left as quick as he came. I let the breath out I realized I was holding and I bit my tongue from any cries that would come from the immense pain on my back. I didn't dare show weakness in front of all eight Praetorian Guards that flocked the throne room. I didn't trust them. They would probably tattle that I was "weak" to Snoke and thus my back would gain more scars.

I instead stood up, softly groaning and grinding my teeth together to keep the screams inside. Panting, I limped out of the throne room and back to my quarters, not even stopping by the infirmary to get medical aid. I was at the point of not caring. And if the First Order is engaging D'Qar then I'm going to be needed, injured or not.

I roughly bandaged myself, crying out when the healspray hit the open wounds. I cursed at myself for showing weakness and got dressed in a new uniform, pausing before leaving the room. I glanced back at the pillar of ashes, where my lonely helmet stood. I debated on bringing it. In hindered me so much in battle but yet it struck fear in my enemies.

I picked up the mask, staring down at it. Then I caught my reflection in the mirror, memories flashing before my eyes. "This is who I am and meant to be," I softly spoke as to convince myself.

With a sigh, I put on the mask, attached my lightsaber hilt to my belt, then marched out the room with long strides of determination and courage. The healspray helped numb the pain but I was using it to fuel me.

It is time for the Resistance to pay for the damage they've cause the First Order and the galaxy.

It's time for revenge.

* * Months Later * *

Summer POV

I stared up at the clear night sky. A cool breeze played with my hair. I took in the songs of the insects and other creatures that thrived in the night. The air of tranquility overwhelmed my senses and gave me easy connection to the Force.

Although it would be more enjoyable if it wasn't three in the morning.

This is not the first night I've found myself awake at this hour. Ever since Kylo dropped me off, I've been waking up anxious and alert in the middle of my slumber. I had kept this to myself and after a couple of nights I figured out it was the Force sparking awake inside me. Why at this time I have no idea.

I tried meditating in my room to calm the growing power inside me but every evening I grew more restless. Then I decided to slip out my window and meditate in my soft, grassy backyard. Finally I found relief. Although I kept staying up longer and longer. Now I was having trouble functioning during the day. Naps only made it worse. And I couldn't tell my parents because...well... I'm trying to keep my Force sensitivity a secret.

I raised my kyber crystal, admiring its glow as I meditated. I could picture Kylo's reflection in the grooves of the beautifully carved mineral. No matter what, I couldn't forget about Kylo Ren. My heart longed to be with him again.

Which is another reason I was staring up at the sky. I could just envision him up there, fighting his lightsaber battles and flying his TIE Silencer. Such dangerous situations he put himself in. I became concerned for his life. With The Last Jedi nearing and the trailer enough to frighten me half to death, I can't help but wonder where Kylo's story will go next. So many unanswered questions...

I calmed myself back down, sensing I was losing connection to the Force. I liked being one with the Force. So relaxing and peaceful. I have even tried reaching out go Kylo just to talk to him and hear his voice again...but I get no response. Either I'm not doing this correctly or he's ignoring me. I don't know which.

As well as the long nights, I use my spare time during the day to practice my Force abilities. I started slow, just levitating a ball. Now I'm at the point where I can move multiple balls at once, although not for more than a few seconds. Every victory I made motivated me to grow more with my power. I give myself a lot of credit for self-teaching myself. I'm only going by what the Star Wars movies and cartoon seasons, such as Clone Wars and Rebels, can teach me. It's sufficient enough for basic use and then I experiment from there.

Overall, I just wish Kylo was here to teach me this. It would be a great bonding experience and it's terrible how Snoke banishes us from even working together.

Ever since I returned, I also found myself not acting the same way I used to. Doctors say it's normal since I was "kidnapped" but I know differently. After living in Star Wars, I just can't go back to a normal life. I know I'm meant to do more otherwise why would I be Force-Sensitive?

I just have to accept the realization.

I can't stay here.

I don't belong here.

I have to go back.

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This is officially the last chapter of Kidnapped! It's been a long journey but Summer's story is not yet over! A sequel is coming in January! Title and cover will be released soon!

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