Without Maul in custody, this could all fall apart quickly. We must capture him before he escapes.
He mentioned a name: Darth Sidious. [Obi-Wan's face grows grim]
Who is this Sidious?
I do not know much, but I will share with you what the Council knows. [Rex shoos away the droid so the conversation can be private] Darth Sidious is the Sith Lord who orchestrated the Clone Wars and played both sides of it from the beginning. I first learned the name from Count Dooku, though any chance of learning more about Sidious from Dooku has been lost.
Why?
Because Count Dooku is dead. Anakin killed him while rescuing the Chancellor. With Dooku gone, we've lost a vital link to understanding the mystery of Darth Sidious. If you can capture Maul, he may be able to provide the missing pieces to this puzzle.
Then send me more men.
Unfortunately, I cannot. I'm being sent to hunt down General Grievous on Utapau.
What about Anakin? Maybe he can reinforce us? [Obi-Wan looks troubled]
May I speak to Ashoka alone for a moment? [Bo-Katan and Rex withdraw] Anakin is on a special assignment by order of the Jedi Council.
What kind of assignment?
He has been instructed to observe the Chancellor and report his findings.
Observe? You mean spy. They told him to spy on the Supreme Chancellor? Why?
The Senate has allowed the Supreme Chancellor to remain in office long after his term has expired. The Council wants to know what his true intentions are.
The Chancellor has been a great friend and mentor to Anakin. I can’t imagine he is happy about this.
No. He is not. So perhaps it’s best that you do speak with him.
[scoffs] And what? Defend the Council’s actions? I hardly think I’m the best person for that.
Ahsoka, the Council isn’t always right. That’s why I’m asking for your help. [Rex comes running over]
Sorry to interrupt, but there's been an attack.
You had best go.
Tell Anakin...
I will.
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