That evening Nalanda entertained several members of her family inside, Anakin and Padmé had been asked to join them but they declined the invitation. Much to the pleasure of Nalanda’s sister-in-law Vaté Sarasvati who viewed the Jedi with obvious distaste. Yet out on the terrace, as one of Naboo’s moons rose over the calm ocean, Padmé was silent. He moved to touch her gently, yet she started as if he had pushed her. “Don’t,” Padmé said gently, yet that single word was enough to shatter the moment. “Stop me from doing what?” “What are you talking about?” He stepped forward but she stepped back.