A.N.

To all you readers: This is my second fanfiction. I would really appreciate it if you would make comments, suggestions and reviews. And for those who have read my first fic, I am sad to announce that I would not be able to update like I did with my first fic. But I will try my best to post one chapter every week. Hope you all understand.

CHAPTER 1: A Pirate's Life for Me!:

" Wretched soldiers! Wait till I get my hands on you, I'll slit your necks I tell you! " I shouted at the backs of the retreating soldiers.

It has been three days since my capture. Three days since they placed me in this prison tower. Three days in this miserable place they called a cell. And this so-called cell was quite small that it took only four paces from end to end, there wasn't even a cot for me to sleep in and the floors were wet and stinky. And on the eastside of the wall, just right across my cell, was the only window in the tower. And if one were to look out and down that person would be able to see the Town Square right down below. If only I had not heard that woman talk about a handsome young man named Will and if I had not asked her more about that young man she was talking, I would have gotten away with the loot. But the information I got was worth it. There was a Will Turner living at Port Royal, he was a blacksmith's apprentice there. Now my only problem is how to get out of this place. Checking the bars, I see that the bolts, holding the cell door together, were quite visible and if I were to loosen a few, I could easily knock the door down and get out. Looking out the window, I could see the moon still shining that means I still have a few good hours before dawn. So with a sneer on my face, I quickly set my plan of escape into action. Reaching down my chest, I slowly draw out a small jeweled dagger.

" Fools! They did not check me thoroughly or they might have spotted this hidden here. Those soldiers were such good gentlemen as to not search in between my breasts. I say, It really pays to be a lady sometimes and have ample sized breasts " I chuckled.

The sun was already rising when I finished loosening the last bolt.

" Got to hurry now! Don't want to be present for my own hanging." I said to myself out loud.

Giving the cell door a hard kick, it came crashing down. Getting out, I turned to look at the stairwell leading into the prison area. I'm sure that the guards outside heard the crash, and true enough, I saw three of them coming up fast. Giving a mock bow to them, I bid them goodbye and leapt out the window. Grabbing unto a dangling rope, I swung myself to the roof of an adjoining building.

" Took your time lass! "

" Just wanted another free dinner Sam. The last meals before a hanging is usually best one. " I answered back.

" Come Captain, the ship and crew's awaiting " Sam informed me.

" Aye Sam! We should be going . . . I think I overstayed my welcome. "

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" We set sail for Port Royal! " I ordered my crew.

" You all heard the Captain! Now get to work! " Sam shouted, but his face showed uncertainty as he gave me a long hard look.

Sam, my second in command, was a few good sizes taller than I was and he was a bit big for his height. His long black uncombed hair was tied into a loose ponytail. He had these dark blue eyes which gave a twinkle every time he sees gold or a lovely woman. And whenever he smiled, gold teeth would greet you. Even though he is not much to look at or was a known ruthless killer, I trusted him with my life and that of my crew for he was a very good and loyal comrade and friend. And sometimes he would act more like a father to me than my right hand. And today seems to be one of those days.

" Lass, do you think you are making the right decision? They have a bounty on your head at Port Royal. You will surely be hanged the minute they see you. "

The crew went silent; all you could hear was the waves crashing against the ship and the sails flapping. I never thought that Sam would question my actions especially that now I have a solid lead to Will's whereabouts.

Looking Sam straight in the eye, I replied sternly " First don't call me lass in front of MY CREW and second I know what I am doing, so how dare you question my actions! "

" Aye! Captain! " Sam replied . He then gave me a nod and started to walk away. As he turned to walk away, I caught a glimpse of his eyes. I saw that he was hurt. I began to feel guilty. Sam was only looking out for my welfare and this is what I repay him with? I may be a pirate and a captain but I still have a heart.

" Sammy! " I called out the nickname I gave him.

Stopping and facing me, Sam frowned. I knew that he hated to be called that in front of the men, but I knew it was the only way to get his attention.

" If I don't find what I am looking for at Port Royal in a days time, then we sail back home to Tortuga. I think it is time that we take pleasure in our plunders. "

Sam gave me his crooked smile , approached me and gave me a bear hug, which I totally disapproved. Facing the still silent men, he shouted out. " The Captain has spoken! Get your backs to it . . . This will be our last stop before we head for home! "

The crew gave a loud cheer, and the Orion came bustling back to life. Orion, that's the name of my ship, its an unusual name for a pirate ship but the consetallation of stars had fascinated me when I was still a child and the constellation of Orion was my favorite. So it was why I named my first ever ship Orion, and who was there to question my decision? I am the captain and no one would dare question the Captain or else he walks the plank.

Looking out the vast ocean ahead, I sent out a silent plea. " Please let my Will be in Port Royal and let me find him in a days time! "

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" Willy! Willy wait! " Shouted a ten year old girl. Her expensive looking dress was hiked up over her knees as she ran towards a boy about to board a docked ship.

Turning to face the person calling him, the boy called Willy smiled when he saw who it was.

" Rosey! " He called out.

Gasping for breath as the girl reached him, she quickly straightened herself up and gave a perfect curtsy then she handed him a single blood red rose.

" For you Mr. Will Turner, a token of our special friendship and something to help you remember me by! " Blushing, she quickly bowed her head.

Grinning; Will took the rose and gave a gentleman's bow.

" Whenever I see a red rose Lady Clayton, I will always be reminded of you and our friendship! "

With tears in her eyes, the little girl gave him a hug and whispered.

" Don't you ever forget me Willy , Promise me please! "

" I promise with all my heart Rosey! "

My body was covered with sweat when I woke up.

" Blasted Dream! " I cried out.

" Is everything alright Rosey? "

I nodded.

" Get back to sleep Jo. It's just another bad dream. I think I just need some fresh air to clear my head " I told her.

As she lay down back to sleep , I can't help think about Jo and how she has always been beside me just like Sam. Josephine or Jo as I fondly called her had been with me since I was eight and when I ran away from home, she refused to be left behind. She is the only person who knew the secret of my past and about Will.

Getting up from my bed, I then proceeded to walk out of my cabin. As the sea air greeted me, I began to relax. As the days go by, my dreams had become clearer and clearer. But I know those were not dreams but memories of my past, a part of it to be exact. It was the only thing that I had refused to give up and the reason why I became a pirate. Will Turner was my childhood friend and my first love, I met him when I was seven and since then we have never been apart, not until that faithful day, when he left with his mother. Will have been the only thing that had kept me sane. He was always there to lend a hand, a friend I can share my problems with and most of all he never criticized me or remind me of my faults not like my family. My father was never around, always busy with his work; my mother constantly told me to act like a lady and that everything I ever did was wrong. I hated the fact that I was a lady and that I should learns things on how to become a proper one. But learning them was much more fun and easier whenever Will was around; he always made me feel like a real lady . . . a princess. And with each day I spent with him, I slowly began to fall in love, I was still not sure of what I was feeling back then but when he left me that was when I knew it. I have fallen for him. You might question me on how a 10-year girl could say that she is in love. But I tell you now, no matter how old or young you are when you fall in love you will always know it. And when the news came of his death came, my world was in ruins. I would not believe that he died because deep down I always felt that he was still alive. He was somewhere out there waiting for me to find him. I needed to find him and tell him of my feelings but my father did not believe me when I told him that Will was still alive. So I decided to look for him by myself. And that's when I learned about the pirates and how they travel around. And that's when I got the idea, in order to find Will I would have to become a pirate myself.

Staring out to sea, I start to think that my so called dreams have some sort of meaning, but to what it is I cant seem to get it. Then it hit me! . . . . Will knew me as Lady Rose Clayton not as "Black Rose" the pirate. With this newfound knowledge, I quickly returned to my cabin and begin to pack. I have to leave the Orion and make my way to the nearest port, which was Port Foy. I had to do this alone if I were to become Lady Clayton again. Then after I get everything in order I will proceed to Port Royal and find Will. I hate to leave Sam and my crew behind but it was the only way I can think of. I don't want them to learn of my past. It was difficult enough to become a pirate and a captain when you're a woman . . . it also needed much work just to have the men accept you. I just can't imagine them accepting a proper lady becoming a pirate captain. That is why I have to leave and leave now when everybody is asleep.

Suddenly a hand grabbed my shoulder, in a blink of an eye I was behind my attacker with my dagger ready to slit its throat. I berated myself as to why I had my guard down as to let this person easily approach me.

" Who are you and what do you want? . . . Answer quickly before I slit your throat! " I growled.

" Rosey it's me! " Came the clear and quick reply of Jo.

Lowering my dagger down, I glared at her. I then proceeded to lecture her again as to not surprise me for the next time I might accidentally kill her and that thing I did not want to do. But I cannot blame Jo for the incident, she was just curious as to why I was packing. I told her of my plans and of my leaving and like before she refused to be left behind. She then informed me that I would need her services if I was to revert back to being Lady Clayton and I know that she speaks the truth. Left with no other choice, I had to bring her along. With everything packed I quickly made a letter to Sam that there has been a sudden change of plans. I had some important personal business to attend to. I ordered him to sail for Tortuga where I will follow and meet with them and I especially emphazised that He should not look for or follow me or else they would face the consequence of death. I know it is harsh but I had to do it so that he would not follow me. With stealth and silence I crept out my cabin then to the stern where I hid a small canoe. I then quickly released it, luckily it did not make much noise when it hit the water. Lowering my things, I signaled Jo to come out. After helping her down and lowering myself unto the canoe, I cut the rope that attached the canoe to Orion and then I started to row slowly out. When I was sure that we were out of sight, I stopped rowing and stared at the outline of my ship. I will surely miss it, for I do not know if I will ever return to sail it again.