On their way to the bridge Padmé and Obi-Wan came to the agreement that it would be better for him to handle the negotiations as there was more of a chance of Grievous taking them seriously. After all, Obi-Wan was as famed for his skills as a mediator as Anakin was for his piloting. “Ah, General Kenobi the negotiator,” Grievous greeted. “And Anakin Skywalker, I was expecting someone of your reputation to be a little older.” “General Grievous,” Anakin replied with a nod, “you’re shorter than I expected.” “Anakin, please try not to upset him,” Obi-Wan warned him. “Steady…steady…”Obi-Wan murmured.