Okins then took the turbolift to the observation deck where he found Lord Vader gazing out of the viewport.
"Lord Vader, sir."
Vader turned his head slightly. "Yes, Admiral, what is it?"
"My daughter's shuttle will be arriving any minute now." Okins said with a hint of uneasiness in his voice.
"Very well." The dark lord said, turning to the officer. "You will return to your post. I will see to her arrival personally."
Okins nodded. "Understood, Milord." He said, however continued to stand at attention.
"What is it, Okins?"
"I'm just...concerned for her well being while she's here. This is a warship after all."
Vader crossed his arms over his chest. "Do you question my judgement, Admiral?"
Okins shook his head. "No sir, but she is my daughter, and I know this crew. Fending off several thousand men will not be an easy task."
"Your daughter will not need "fending off" because she will not spend a minute alone on this vessel. I will accompany her myself while you tend to your duties." Vader said, starting to the door. "If all goes as planned, your daughter's visit will be brief enough, much of my crew will not be aware of her presence." He stalked off towards the hangar.
Rebecca's shuttle finished landing as Lord Vader entered the hanger. As he arrived at base of the shuttle Rebecca had started coming down the ramp.
"Welcome to the Star Destroyer Executor, Milady."
Rebecca stopped in front of the dark lord of the Sith and took a deep curtsy. "Thank you, Lord Vader." She said with a small smile. As she straightened, she looked around the hanger, searching for her father.
"Admiral Okins is otherwise detained at the moment." Lord Vader said, resting his hands on his belt. "I will be your escort in his stead."
"Ah, I see. Thank you, Milord. Your hospitality is most appreciated."
"It is not necessary to display gratitude. Your father serves admirably. Such loyalty can be hard to find." He replied, leading her out of the hanger and down the corridor.
Rebecca took in her surroundings. "I'm lucky to have a guide. I don't think I could find my way around without one. All of these corridors look exactly the same."
"With time, one finds their way." Vader held out his gloved hand. "Give me your comm-link."
"My...comm-link?" She asked, puzzled. Fishing around in her dress pocket, she pulled it out and handed it to Lord Vader. She watched as he began altering the settings.
"I programmed this with my encrypted frequency. Should you require immediate assistance, you may call for me." He said, handing it back.
She stared at the device for a moment, surprised. "T-thank you, Milord."
"This is my flagship, Milady. I make certain everything is run in an orderly fashion." Vader stopped in front a set of doors and hit the control pad, opening them to reveal living space. "You may use these guest quarters." He motioned for her to step inside.
Rebecca entered and looked around the spacious living area. She set her bag on a nearby table and turned back to her host, "All of this space is for me?"
"Is it not adequate to suit your needs?" He asked, crossing his arms.
"No no!" She exclaimed, waving her arms. "This is fine, Milord, just bigger than I had anticipated."
"You are pleased." With a nod he backed away towards the door. "I will return as your escort once I make contact with the Emperor. I suggest you rest. This ship is massive, and navigating its maze of corridors will require much time." With that, Vader left the room, the doors closing with a hiss behind him.
Rebecca took some time to explore her quarters, finally settling down on the bed. "Rest he says...easier said than done."
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