"Perhaps it was the work of someone who's become cheekier with age," Qui-Gon replied good-naturedly as he turned around and continued forward.

Thirteen years of banter had been lost since that fateful encounter on Naboo, and although Obi-Wan's status as a Padawan back then didn't curb many of his jabs, the chance for some back-and-forth as equals couldn't be ignored. Not when their stay in Empatheias was the only real opportunity they'd have.

"You should come have some of the cupcakes as well. Even after giving a few away, there are far too many for me to eat on my own."