Chapter 14 Summary

As Anakin is being congratulated by his mother and his friends, Qui-Gon seeks out Watto, who berates him mercilessly, wailing that it was not a fair bet because Qui-Gon "knew" Anakin would win. If Qui-Gon had not been so focused on the tasks before him, he might have noticed the Sith probe droid trailing after him. Down at track level, Anakin is still checking over his pod, oblivious of the cuts and scratches he has sustained. His mother and Padmy come over to smother him with hugs and kisses, which slightly embarrass him. He's thrilled with his mother's compliment that he's done a great thing - given hope to those who have none. Padmy adds that she and Qui-Gon owe Anakin everything.

When the congratulations are over, Qui-Gon organizes the transporting of the necessary replacement parts to the ship, and they say good-bye...