Chapter 2 Summary

Watto, Anakin's master, rails at him for having lost the race and wrecked the Podracer. Anakin, in his defense protests that Sebulba cheated, to which Watto replies, "That's how he wins! Maybe you should cheat just a little now and then!" After more scolding Watto winds down, as Anakin knew he would, and finishes by threatening not to let Anakin race any more. Shmi, Anakin's mother, chips in that that's a very good idea, but Watto reminds her that her son is his property, to do with as he wishes, and he orders them both back to work. Anakin thinks to himself that the next time he races, he will win.

When Anakin examines the engines and pod of the damaged racer, he realizes that there are parts that need to be acquired. Watto hated trading with other shops, and would rather win...