I love Captain Jack and I wanted to explore the different facets of his personality. I thought the best way to go about doing so was through women, his one "weakness" (if we can call it that). I plan on this being four chapters.
Elizabeth
Peas in a pod, he said. Rubbish. As if I were anything like that smelly thief.
Well, I did kill him. That simply makes me a pirate, or one who cares to survive instead of facing sudden death by a giant squid. I'd rather like to think I fit the latter. Pirate generally has a more unhygienic connotation, and survival serves as the best excuse for once rash actions. And my poor Will! How could he ever think I would love a man like Jack Sparrow?
One has to admit, though, the captain is quite dashing underneath all those layers of dirt. But love? Love requires a certain kind of stability and trust. Will is similar to a favorite dress that one wears over and over again. One never tires of it, and instead, grows to love the piece of clothing more over time. Jack is not that dress. Jack is the corset one wears to make others envious, to feel desired and lusted after. But in the end, the corset results in dizziness, headache, or even death. It is not something to be worn for too long. Jack is alluring but dangerous, and he knows this all too well.
There is also a vulnerability not easily detected by even those close to Jack. He has a conscious, though dulled after years of piracy. It remains, gnawing at his mind, and would drive him to madness if he did not listen to it occasionally. His weakness for females stems from his respect. Women can be equally manipulative, equally clever, and equally seductive as he is. Mostly, his respect for women glosses over their tempting nature. He clouds his judgement, leaving his mind unprotected and susceptible to attack. I would know. I took advantage of such an "opportunity".
I do not regret my relationship with the captain. For once, I owe him thanks. He saved my life and my husband's, but my gratitude will not extend more than a smile. Jack Sparrow is still a pirate and a persuasive one at that.
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