Chapter 23 Summary

In the generator room, the marathon battle between Qui-Gon and Darth Maul continues while Obi-Wan waits for the laser field to recycle so he can come to Qui-Gon's aid. Before Obi-Wan can escape however, Qui-Gon makes a slip, and Darth Maul wounds him fatally just as Obi-Wan, finally released from the laser field, comes charging out and mounts a fierce attack on the fearsome Sith.

The Theed Palace throne room is alive with expectation as Padmy and her troops are marched in after surrendering to the droids. Padmy introduces herself as the queen, and Nute Gunray, elated at having captured her, orders her to sign the treaty. Just then the decoy queen in all her regalia appears, guarded by Naboo soldiers and announces that she will not be signing any treaty. Confused and annoyed, the Viceroy orders Padmy's guards to go after the...