I don't know how much longer I can hold off the vote, my friends. More and more star systems are joining the Separatists.

If they do break away.

I will not let this Republic that has stood for a thousand years be split in two. My negotiations will not fail.

If they do, you must realize that there aren't enough Jedi to protect the Republic. We're keepers of the peace, not soldiers.

Master Yoda, do you really think it will come to war?

Hmmm. The Dark Side clouds everything; impossible to see the future is.

[hologram shows Rodian] [in Rodian language]

The Loyalist Committee has arrived, Your Honor.

Good.

[says something else]

Send them in. [as Committee enters] We will discuss this matter later.

Senator Amidala! Your tragedy on the landing platform, terrible. Seeing you alive brings warm feeling to my heart.

Do you have any idea who's behind this attack?

Our intelligence point to disgruntled spice miners on the moons of Naboo

I think that Count Dooku is behind it.

He is a political idealist, not a murderer.

You know, milady, Count Dooku was once a Jedi. He couldn't assassinate anyone; it's not in his character.

But for certain, Senator, in grave danger you are.

Master Jedi, may I suggest that the Senator be placed under the protection of your graces?

You really think that is a wise decision during these stressful times.

Chancellor, if I may comment, I do not believe-

The situation is that serious? Oh, but I do, Senator. I realize all too well that additional security might be disruptive for you, but... perhaps someone you're familiar with. An old friend, like... Master Kenobi.

That's possible. He's just returned from a border dispute on Ansion.

Do it for me, milady, please. The thought of losing you... is unbearable.

I will have Obi-Wan report to you immediately.

Thank you, Master Windu.