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We will deal with your rebel friends on Dantooine as soon as possible." 　　"But you said…" Organa started to protest. 　　"The only words which have meaning are the last ones spoken," Tarkin declaredcuttingly. "We will proceed with destruction of Alderaan as planned. Then youwill enjoy watching with us as we obliterate the Dantooine center of this stupid andfutile rebellion." 　　He gestured to the two soldiers flanking her. "escort her to the principalobservation level and," he smiled, "make certain she is provided with an unobstructedview.""I share your sorrow, Luke," he finally ventured softly. "There was nothing youcould have done. Had you been there,UGG Boots Clearance you'd be dead now, too, and the 'droidswould be in the hands of the Imperials. Not even the force-" 　　"Damn your force!" Luke snarled with sudden violence.UGG Boots Clearance Now he turned andglared at Kenobi. 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