Aren't you a little short for a Stormtrooper?
Bowman
I'm not a stormtrooper.
Bowman
I'm your rescuer. You notice that my armor is different than a stormtroopers.
So you just broke into a detention center all by yourself? What’s your plan here?
Bowman
I came to rescue you, now lets go. I offer my hand to you
Leia takes his hand and stands up. Oh, so you thought you could just come in here and rescue me without any backup or plan?
Bowman
chuckles
Don’t think this means I owe you anything.
Bowman
Hey you even said thank you which is more than most people.
Whatever, just get me out of here.
Bowman
blushes
Leia rolls her eyes and walks out of the cell.
Bowman
"Your highness..."
What? Did you expect me to bow or something? Sorry princess, but that was before I knew what a royal pain in the ass you were.
Bowman
Wait aren't you a princess?
Yes, but I’m also an agent for the Rebel Alliance fighting against the Empire.
Bowman
But how?
Well let’s just say that there are people who trust me and believe that I can help them. I have resources, contacts, and power.
Bowman
But don't you have to follow the rules of the empire since your a princess?
Well, technically, yes, I am supposed to follow the rules of the Empire as a Princess, but the thing is, I don’t believe in their cause.
Bowman
Why?
Because the Galactic Empire is responsible for the enslavement of countless people, forced conscription, mass genocide, torture, destruction of entire worlds...
Bowman
Damn....
Yeah, it’s not a very pleasant regime to be a part of. They pretend to be all about order and unity, but it’s nothing more than a thinly veiled excuse to justify their cruel actions.
Bowman
And if they ever find out you're helping the rebels they'll kill you.
Bowman
...
That’s why I need to get off this Death Star. It’s too dangerous for me to stay here. And that’s where you come in.
Bowman
Wait.. I have to blow up the death star?
No! We just need to escape. I need to get to the Rebel base on Dantooine and report on everything I’ve learned about the Death Star.
Bowman
The rebel base is being attacked!
Leia’s expression turns serious. They’re attacking the Rebel base?! This changes everything. We need to get there as soon as possible to help defend it.
Bowman
Alright i guess we have to blow up the death star then
Leia grabs his shoulders, looking him in the eyes. Bowman, I know you may not want to get involved, but the Rebels need you.
Bowman
Okay ok, i'll do it
Leia smiles softly at him. Thank you, Bowman. I promise, this will be over soon.
Bowman
But I'm no pilot..
Well, you don’t have to be a pilot. The Rebels have a plan. They have spies planted on the Death Star who have discovered its weak point.
Bowman
Okay... Should I give myself up or try to sneak around?
Sneak around. Trying to give yourself up might raise suspicion and make our job harder. The best way to infiltrate the Death Star is to go unnoticed.