[A/N] - Hello lovely readers, your favourite author is here with another story. This time, we go deep into the world of Pirates. Do not forget to R&R, I accept and appreciate all kind of comments. From the good ones to the bad ones, to those comments who give me ideas and tell me what they wish to see further down the rabbit hole.
Sometimes, I might use some navy terms and words, especially when I describe a ship but there will always be a translation at the bottom.
I own nothing but my OC.
Enjoy!
Artemis Hazelstone Swann, daughter of a merchant and adopted by the governor of Port Royal; Weatherby Swann.
Her life had been simply the best as she travelled the seas with her father and enjoyed the best thing in the world, freedom. However, a terrible 'accident' takes everything from her and imprisons her into a boring life in Port Royal.
When her best friend and adopted sister Elizabeth is taken by pirates, she and her best friend, Will Turner, will make a deal with the notorious pirate; Jack Sparrow.
This trip is going to awaken her sleeping sailor side and the drunken captain is going to remind her, what living your life to the fullest really meant.
Port Royal, Governor's house
In one of the big main bedrooms, a restless redhead was moving left and right at the big bed. Dark blue curtains were blocking the morning sun and kept the room in dark and very low lighting. There were a few knocks on the door before a maid entered the room. The woman reacted barely to the visitor but mentally had acknowledged her from the first knock.
The older woman pulled the curtains and the sudden bright light caused the redhead to hiss and leave out a groan before turning her back on the deadly rays and cover herself with the bed sheets.
"My lady, please wake up. It is a special day today and the Governor has already brought you a gift", the maid said.
The woman left out a sigh and pushed the covers off before raising her body into a sitting position. Bright red hair was flying almost everywhere and long bangs were covering almost her whole face.
"What gift?", she asked as she pushed a few strands aside and blinked twice as the maid showed her a nice, light blue fancy dress. "Where is he, anyway?"
"He is about to come any moment and said he will check Miss Swan and said to meet him at her room"
The redhead left out another sigh before standing up and headed towards the changing curtain at the side of her room. The maid quickly helped her get rid of her simple white nightgown and then helped her with the dress.
The woman was deep into her thoughts until a sudden pain in her chest and the breath that was cut short caused her to let out a yelp of surprise. With wide eyes, she looked at the maid behind her.
"What… is that thing?", she asked as she tried her best to breathe.
"It is a corset, my lady. Fanciest thing in London; all women of high status wear it"
"Well then, when those high-status women start falling like flies, we will see how many people will fancy it", she replied as the woman finished tying the strings.
The maid didn't reply to her comment, used to them by now and simply pushed her to sit on a stool as she started making her hair. She would always compliment her about the unique colour and try to push her to take better care of them.
After some time and a lot of patience, she was handed a small mirror. The fierce main was braided and pulled into a bun with a layer of hair falling gracefully on her back, stopping a little after her shoulder in natural curls. Only a bang was let lose framing her face and covering right eye.
"Thank you Mary", she replied as she stood up, grabbed the white eye patch from her nightstand next to her bed and quickly put it above her left eye before tying it in the back of her head and finish by covering the white string with her hair and the patch with the bang.
"Of course, Lady Artemis", Mary said and bowed before exiting the room.
Artemis left out another sigh, adjusted the matching small hat on her head, grabbed her blue fan and quickly placed something inside the dress, between her female upper parts before exiting the room.
She tried her best to ignore the pain from the corset and headed towards the door next to hers, which was wide open.
"Well, women in London must have learnt how not to breathe!", a voice said from the room and Artemis chuckled slightly before entering.
The room, similar to hers only with white curtains was occupied by three people. A young woman with beautiful blond hair that was curly at the edged and gently brown eyes, her maid who was behind the changing panel and the governor of Port Royal, who was dressed in a fancy outfit accompanied by the white wig
"Or they have already died from asphyxiation", the redhead said as she entered the room and the two girls laughed.
"Artemis, you look beautiful", the Governor, commented.
"Thank you governor", she replied, a small blush on her cheeks and bowed head slightly even though she hated that dress.
"Now, now ladies… Come along, we don't want to be late"
"We will be down in a second father", the blond said and the Governor rolled his eyes before making his way towards the stairs, leaving the two girls alone.
As the man exited the room, the 17-year-old woman walked away from the changing panel, dressed in a similar dress on colours of gold and crème with her brown-haired in a high ponytail, covered mostly by the hat.
"Ready Ms Elizabeth Norrington?", Artemis joked only to earn a punch in the forearm by the younger girl.
The maid smiled slightly before exiting the room, leaving the two women alone.
"You know it's not funny", Elizabeth replied before grabbing her matching fan and exit her room, head held high.
Artemis couldn't help but leave out a sigh but with a smile as she quickly joined her before they started to climb down the stairs.
Her blue eye quickly connected with brown ones as a young, attractive man with brown her and gentle brown eyes were standing at the entrance; the governor standing next to him.
"Will!", Elizabeth exclaimed and raised her speed.
"Elizabeth, you look stunning", the older man said.
"I had a dream about you… About the day we met", the young girl said as she finally stopped in front of the young man.
"I really doubt about it, Ms Swann"
"How many times must I tell you to call me Elizabeth?"
"One more Ms Swann", Will said.
"Now, now Elizabeth… Be thankful that this man has manners. However, our carriage is here and it is time for us to depart", the Governor said before exiting the house/mansion and Elizabeth hot on his trails.
"Nicely down hotshot!", Artemis joked as she friendly slapped the back of his head.
"That hurt you know".
"Artemis!", the Governor's voice was heard and the red-haired rolled her eyes before start walking towards the carriage.
She joined Elizabeth and sat next to her while the older man took the seat across from them. The door closed and not even a second later the carriage started to move.
"How many time must tell you to call me Elizabeth?", Artemis whispered/mocked into her sister's ear.
"What? But is the truth"
"Yet you expected Will, of all people, to start acting all friendly especially with your father around?"
"Well… Stop scolding me!", she complained and they both started to giggle.
"What are you two giggling and talking about?", the old man asked.
"Oh you know father, women things", Elizabeth replied and caused the old man to roll his eyes.
"Not my fault that you are such a fish but you have to admit that I am right"
"Yeah, perhaps… Anyway, what are you going to do about that mysterious suitor? You still haven't told me his name"
"And I am not going to because he doesn't matter to me"
"He might be the only one though"
"Yeah but my guts are telling me that this man is rotten eggs and nothing more"
"I can understand you but don't think that we are going to have much of a choice. We can't stay unmarried forever"
"I know and unless something extraordinary happens; you and I will end up spending our lives as Ladies of the house", Artemis said with disgust before turning her attention outside of the window.
If there was one thing she hated, was her freedom to be taken away from her. Only a little bit of it had been left but not for long. The moment she would agree to the proposal and marry, she would end up trapped into her worst nightmare.
Leaving out a sigh, she noticed a sea eagle passing by and her mind went back to her trips and adventures. Before the accident, before the world, she knew to crumble to pieces.
Unknown to her though, her adventures were far from over. All that was required was some faith and of course, rum!
The ceremony had started and the man of honour, James Norrington, was official; Commodore. However, the celebration had just begun and our two heroines couldn't be in any worst place. Under the hot sun and with the asphyxiating corsets; they were trying their best to breath while fanning themselves like crazy.
"I don't think I will be able to stay conscious for long", Artemis complained as bids of sweat were visible on her forehead.
"Me neither", Elizabeth replied, at the same situation with her sister.
"I have an idea!", the redhead suddenly said as she started to look around and when she found the area clear; she put her hand into her bra and pulled out a small dagger!
"Is that a dagger?!", her sister exclaimed surprised.
"A breast dagger", Artemis corrected her before start doing her best to cut some of the strings of her torture device. After a few more tired, a few strings were cut and the redhead left out a sigh of relief.
She took a deep breath and a smile formed on her face as she was finally able to breathe properly. She turned her attention to her sister and motioned for her to turn around so she could free her.
However, before the two of them could move; they heard footsteps. Panicked, Artemis quickly put the dagger between her breasts and started fanning herself while putting the act of "nothing is happening here".
"Elizabeth, may I have a word with you?", a deep voice said the two girls came face to face with none other than James Norrington.
"Of course", the brunette quickly replied and accepted his hand while ignoring the shocked woman who had a look of disbelief on her face.
"We will continue this later and sorry" she mouthed while her dear friend scoffed and shook her head.
A few minutes passed and Elizabeth hadn't returned yet. A very bad feeling started to appear on Artemis' stomach and therefore; she quickly hurried to find her sister. Her eyes widen when she saw something white falling into the water and James' next words confirmed it…
"Elizabeth!", the young commodore shouted as he started to climb down the stairs.
Without losing any second, Artemis picked up her dress and made her way towards the harbour, ignoring the suspicious strong wind that had started.
