And fans were even more excited about getting episodes VII, VIII, and IX because George Lucas wouldn't be behind the new movies. 

Instead, his title on the new projects is a vague "creative consultant" role.  

However, it turns out we may very well be seeing Lucas' visions (in some form) for the trilogy on the big screen.  

A new Bloomberg Businessweek article reveals Lucas was working on treatments for new films before inking a deal with Disney in October.  

Basically, Lucas laid the foundation for the future "Star Wars" films out for Disney before any negotiations.