A Sparrows Learns To Fly (read description at bottom vvvv)

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"Why would you say that? I'm 19, nearly 20!" shouted a frustrated Grace launching a book at the wall.

"It's not that you're wrong, sweetheart, it's just I don't think you're ready yet"

It was a light summer evening; the warm Caribbean sun was setting on the horizon producing a warm orange glow in the gentle sky. The atmosphere seemed perfect except for the fact that Grace and mum were arguing yet again. Life on the Pearl was good, but certain people have issues dealing with other people's opinions, especially ones that come from the Sparrow family.

I was leaning against the railing of the pearl watching father give orders to the crew I had to admit that he was a good captain, but quite possessive over his ship. Jack Sparrow was definitely one of those people who stood out of the crowd with his dark long features and his attire, not to mention he was the most famous pirate in the Caribbean, rather infamous. Being his daughter, I was technically famous too.

Meanwhile I could hear mother and Grace fighting in the cabin, since last month I am never ever getting involved with those two, again. I had to find that out the hard way where I had accidentally got in the way of Grace's terrible temper tantrums. A long white scar sat permanently on my arm.

Dad walked over with a mischievous grin on his face; he leaned against the rail and folded his arms

"Who do ye think will win?" he asked

I resisted rolling my eyes and smiled "you know I don't think it's a good idea to say, you may regret it later" I answered seriously, Mum would kill him if she knew he was playing games.

He frowned and gazed down at his feet. "What do ye mean?"

"Well supposedly you let it slip to mum that while they were fighting we were messing around instead of helping her? Especially you, you are on her bad side" I answered my eyes gleaming with amusement with the look he had on his face; it had changed from cheekiness to shock.

"Well I don't see what the problem is" he muttered quietly looking towards his cabin, I followed his gaze. After a few moments he jumped up.

"Ah me cabin!" obviously realising the damage that would be left after.

As he started walking, Grace swung the door open and come marching up to us. Her hair blowing behind her, she did look slightly different from me.

Grace had long curly hair that was nearly to her waist it was practically black like dads, she was mostly like mum with her short temper and personality but had dad's humour. My hair was chest length. It was dark brown and wavy and I feel like I'm small for my age, I was more like dad. But looked more like mum.

"I'm leaving." Grace said bluntly

"Oh. I see" answered dad expectantly "I knew that was coming, it was bound to happen sooner or later." He almost whispered. My heart dropped into my stomach.

Tearfully she took a deep breath said "I want to leave the Pearl, I'm old enough now to go an' explore on my own and get me own ship"

I knew they were arguing about something big but nothing this big. My sister is leaving me!

"What?" I felt hurt.

"I'm sorry"

"Ye can't go" I protested "you want to be by yourself? What happens if it doesn't work out, ye would need to find a crew, a ship and everything else!" I said using dramatic hand gestures.

She blinked at me and sighed "Well I "discussed" it with mum, I'm sure…father?" she now looked at him with innocent eyes.

He looked at her, thinking what would be best thing to say which would save his neck. He started shuffling on his feet uncertainly.

"Well, aye, I guess, I was the same at your age, always seeking an adventure"

Her eyes grew wide "Oh, thank you father! She said excitedly, she jumped up and down and skipped away towards the front end of the ship."

I couldn't help but smile, it wasn't that long ago since my brother was doing the same, he had left about a year ago. I guess one day a sparrow has to be set free. Beside I'm next to leave.

I saw mum walk out her cabin rubbing her eyes. She walked over and sighed looking at the floor, she wrapped her arms round herself.

"Well I guess that's two now" she sniffed.

"Don't worry luv" answered father softly and wrapped his arms around her shoulders.

"Don't worry mum, you still have me" I replied cheerfully breaking their hug and looking up smiling the smile that mum always loved since I was very young. I loved it when my parents would hug; it made me feel more secure.

I gave a small smile, I was still thinking about reality. My siblings clearly couldn't wait to leave but I wouldn't mind staying here where my real home was. I didn't know being free meant leaving your family.

"Left with the troublesome one now aren't we?" mum laughed "you are all changing every day!"

"They sure are" Jack said thoughtfully looking down at his daughter, he ruffled my hair. I pushed him away playfully and laughed.

"Captain!" called Gibbs

"Aye?" he asked, turning around to look at Mr Gibbs

"Land up ahead Jack, we should be there soon" he said grinning.

"Alright remember to dock the Pearl where she is hidden, we don't want any of the navy on our tails savvy?"

"Aye captain!" the crew replied

Grace and I were looking out towards the horizon. It looked like a town with lots of people rushing around they had certain jobs that needed to be down. While others were strolling in rather posh outfits around town.

Where are we actually going?" Grace called over her shoulder, eyes still on the town in front.

Well, we are currently sailing towards Port Royal" Jack said setting his hat on his head. "We are going to visit some of my old friends!" he stated proudly.

Hey everyone, If any old readers are reading this then I'm just here to say that I am reposting this story. I deleted it because there were mistakes just with the general plot line as well as some other things, so NOW I am aiming to upload at least one chapter a day, I'll try ;) and even better than before. I may have changed it slightly but that is because my writing has sort of… matured in a way and has improved. So, Yeah!

And to any new readers: heeey there and welcome, I hope you enjoy it, it is a Jack's daughter fanfic. I know it's not everyone favourite of a POTC story, so please, if ya don't like don't read. No hate

Emjaza241 ;)