Elizabeth led a simple life while she waited for Will. It didn't mean that her life was an easy one. She had decided not to go back to Shipwreck Cove with Jack. She had enough money to get her by. She had spent some of her money on buying and fixing up the house she lived in. Her small cabin provided her some comfort as it was near the sea. It was a short walk from the cabin to the beach and Elizabeth was currently walking the beach. But it was not the same as living on it and having it govern your life. Elizabeth missed the smell and feel of the ocean. She was longing to sail her ship again and feel the power and energy. But most of all she missed the freedom of sailing. But Elizabeth told Will she would wait. The waiting was starting to get to her though. It had been several years since his appointment to Davy Jones' post, but they were still able to communicate with each other.

She was waiting on baited breath for his next letter to arrive. It had been several months since she sent hers in return to him. The weather started to take a turn for the worst when Elizabeth decided to head inside. She fixed herself a light dinner then decided to go to bed.

The pounding on her front door woke her up not the storm raging outside. Elizabeth could not fathom who in their right mind would be out in that mess.

When she opened the door she was greeted by the soaked face of the local fishermen. "I am sorry to be disturbin ye, Miss. But I was told this letter," he said handing her the letter, "had to be delivered to ye as soon as possible."

Elizabeth nodded politely wanting the man to leave so she could read the letter that was sure to be from her dearly beloved. "Thank you Mr. Jonathan. Goodnight." She shut the door and went and sat down at the kitchen table. The letter was very tattered and worn. Elizabeth had a hard time deciphering the words. The more she read the worse she felt. Will loved her so much but she just couldn't return his love any more. Something had changed since they had met years ago. She was no longer the prime and proper governors daughter Will still thought as her to be. Elizabeth belonged to the sea. The letter from will just confirmed that she had changed and couldn't stay on land any longer. "I'm sorry Will but I can't do this anymore." Elizabeth whispered to the letter. She folded the letter up and then placed in her bag. She was ready to leave in 30 minutes. She also debated with herself about taking the chest with her. Elizabeth decided ultimately that it was a good idea.

A/N: I don't know how long this is going to be but I hope you like it.