Chapter 1:

*Ida's POV*

The taste of wet sand awakens my consciousness. It took me a second to figure out where I am, but I soon learn that I am on shore face down on wet sand. Waves of the ocean gently touch my barefeet and my skirt of my outfit. I try to get up by the very little energy on my arms.

"Ida!" my ears pick up the very familiar voice of my lover.

"J-James?" I asked, not sure if it's him.

"Oh Ida it's really me," he says with a smile, helping me to look at him.

My ocean blue eyes adjust a little to see that it really is the love of my life. The clothing is wearing is similar to what his uniform was back in Port Royal, but noticeably different and he's not wearing the white wing. He's having his long dark brown hair in a low ponytail under a uniform hat.

The corners of my lips slowly curl up into a smile with a single tear gently falls down my cheek. "We are finally together," I speak softly.

"And this time for good," he smiles more, gently wiping off the remaining sand of my lips.

Once satisfied, James cups my face, pulling me into a kiss. Familiar sparks and waves of the ocean appear. I'm just so glad that I am with him again and this time, just like he said, it is for good.

His strong arms pull me into him as he carries me bridal style. The familiar warmth of his chest warms up my cold, freezing body. A soft smile curl on my face, feeling safe and sound.

"I missed you James," I whispered to him.

"And I missed you Ida so much. Now let's take you to our new home here in London, England."

My eyes manage to open to see what is happening. We are indeed on a beach of a foreign place. The books that I used to read back Port Royal gave me the knowledge that it is indeed London, England. A place I have always dream of entering.

Our journey didn't last long because he stops at a large house very nearby to the ocean. The house is black and white, two story home with windows, and large garden space.

"Welcome home my sweet little Ida," James smiles to me.

The inside of the house appear larger than it does from the outside. Furniture are my personal style and in places I like.

My beloved walks up the stairs into a large room. The large room has a smaller room with everything needed for a restroom. He places me in a corner, telling me to stay here. I smiled softly as I watch him draw a bath for me. Even though we are not married yet, he is taking care of me as my husband. Mommy and Daddy would be proud of what my life has become.

Suddenly, flashbacks of the recent events swim around my head. I dartley look down to the floor. Daddy is gone along with Mommy, Elizabeth, Will, Governor Swann, Uncle Jack, and the crew. Each one became a special part in my life. My love for Mommy and Daddy will never change. Governor Swann will always be a second father to me. Elizabeth and Will are my siblings that I never had. My family's gone. Hopefully Uncle Jack can indeed come back to me.

I didn't realize I have tears down my face until James gently wipes one away.

"You bath's ready Ida," he responds, "I will lay some clothing on our bed once you are done."

"Okay thank you so much," I smiled.

"You are most welcome my love," he smiles back.

He press his lips on my lips before leaving room. I remove my sand covered dress and get into the bath. Warm water helps out with my almost shivering body. Soon water drips down from my body and hair. A warm towel covers the neccersority areas as I head towards the large bed.

My eyes notice two pieces of clothing. One is a long to above my ankles and white in color with light tan trimmings and straps. The other is a dress just like the ones I wore back at Port Royal and it's in maroon red. I place on my undergarments before placing on the under dress. The red dress fits me perfectly.

I smell something delicious when I was about to tie my hair with three matching colored ribbons. Similar to cooked seafood. James is cooking the delicious smelling food in the large kitchen. His back faces me until his ears pick up my footsteps. "Dinner's almost ready love," he smiles to me.

"Do you need any help love?" I asked kindly.

"There's no need, I would like to cook your first meal here," he kindly declines.

I giggled a little, "alright if you say so." My eyes trail towards some sorts of books and maps to one side of the sitting room. History from the decor tell me a story. Mainly how James put thought into the house. They don't appear to be just place on, but in their places for weeks. A soft smile curl on my face.

What I have seen is everything I have always wanted in a home. 'Oh my gosh James,' I thought to myself with a blushing smile, 'you really do love and care for me.'

"Ida darling," James speaks, wrapping his arms around my waist behind me, "would you accompany for dinner please?"

"I would love to James dear," I smiled, placing my hands over his.

Just as I thought, cooked seafood greets me at the table. All of my favorites! He seats me in at a chair and sitting in the one next to mine. We enjoy the yummy food, surprisingly me of how amazing his cooking is.

"James?" I asked.

"Yes Ida?"

"How long has it been since our last encounter?"

"It has been nearly two months since our last encounter." He touches the necklace I gave him. "Yet, each one of the gemstone, I still don't know what they possess," he chuckles a little.

I chuckle a little as well before pointing each one. "Amethyst, the gemstone of calm, balance, and nature of both physically and spiritually also keep a protection of negativity. Aquamarine, the gemstone of the sea, it will help you calm your emotions and being one with the sea. Bloodstone, it will help your bloody wounds in battle and any wounds in general. Cornelian symbolizes leadership and baverey, also bring the creativity side strength. Lastly the Tiger's Eye, it brings luck and positivity to one's future." I look deep within his eyes. "All of these gemstones are healing stones for each part of your life."

"Come to think of it, each one did help me through these past two months. When I disappeared, I reappeared to the ocean where I was found by the Navy here. They welcomed me and send me to the King and Queen. Their majesties re-assigned me to be Commodore of the Royal Navy and help me with getting this home for us."

"I'm so glad," I smiled.

"Love darling?" he speaks, sounding nervous.

"Yes dear?"

"Do you want to get married very soon?"

I look at him with love in my eyes. "Of course I do James," I smiled.

He smiles brightly, placing his hand on mine and lacing his fingers with my own. "Let's get married in three days."

"Really James?"

"Yes, and also my love….will you convert to Christianity?"

After hearing that, I thought to myself of how much of a big step it is. I let those thoughts aside as I look deep within his amazing green eyes. James Norrington, he has done so much for me over the years that we have known each other because of his love and care for me.

Tears build up gently in my eyes as I gently smile to him with a nod of my head. "I would love to," I answered.

James gently stroke my cheek. Slowly, but surely we lean into each other to have another amazing kiss.

Later that night, James and I feel our bodies becoming tired from a very long day. Our backs face each other as we get ready. I couldn't help, but feel that we are sharing the same thought. Are we going to sleep in the bed together?

Sure we have an amazing time together physically because we thought that will be the last time we will see each other. Unmarried couples are forbidden of sleeping the same bed, but we're living under the same roof. I believe we shall go with the decision that James makes since he's the man of the house.

Satisfied with my hair being smooth without the ribbons, James place his hands on my shoulders from behind. "Even what we are doing is wrong to many others," he speaks softly, "but our situation has become untraditional due to recent events."

"What do you suggest we do?"

"Let's be untraditional since our wedding day will here soon."

My arms coss to touch his hands.

"Come my love," he smiles, looking down at me, "let's get some rest for tomorrow will be a big day for us."

I smiled back.

James leads me to our large, king sized bed. The covers are nice and warm against my body, but nothing compared to the warmth and comfort from James's body. I snuggle into his chest as his arms wrap themselves around me.

"Ida?"

"Yes James?"

"Tomorrow, I will be having a meeting with some of my crew members here at my office and once down we can get you baptize."

"Is it alright to bring drinks and snacks for all?"

"That will be alright. During the meeting, you can explore around the home."

"Okay," I smiled, feeling sleepy, "I love you James."

"I love you so much more," I can hear him say as I feel him smile.