In a space port on Tatooine, familiar characters are
seen: Han Solo, Luke, Leia, Chewbacca, and
Lando Calrissian. They all head toward
the Millennium Falcon, all visibly older than when we last saw them. Solo and Skywalker flank the Wookiee, each
under one arm helping to support the weight of their larger friend. Chewbacca’s muzzle is now gray and his eyes demonstrate
the telltale cloudiness of forming cataracts.
It is clear from his gait that Chewbacca’s hips are degenerating and he would
be in terrible pain, even more so than he is now, without the assistance of his
friends.
The two driods, C-3PO and R2D2, follow behind silently, save
for a mournful hum from R2.
On board the ship, Chewie is gently lowered into a massive
chair. Lando takes the cockpit so the
rest can sit with Chewbacca. The ship
takes off and once free of the port, hits hyperspace.
While in hyperspace, the crew recounts their exploits: some
you have seen on-screen and others you have not. All stories center are focused on Chewie’s
involvement and end with the group roaring with laughter. Subtle glances are shared and gazes are
quickly averted to hide moistening eyes.
After several minutes, the Falcon drops from hyperspace, approaching
the planet Coruscant. As the Falcon descends,
Han Solo edges closer to Chewbacca. As
he puts his arm around the big Wookiee’s shoulders, hand resting gently on his
old friend’s shoulder. Leia is no longer
able to hold back her tears.
“We’ve had some great times there, haven’t we buddy?” Solo
says with a smile.
Chewie roars in agreement as the Millennium Falcon comes to
a landing in the parking lot of the Coruscant Animal Clinic.
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