So I forgot to mention that the story takes place in the 1700's. Unfortunately Troy is not in this chapter but he definitely will be in the next on. Please review!

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Chapter 2

"So what do you think?" Lord Ronald Beckett asked.

"It's lovely," I said referring to the garden that he had led me to after that orchestra's performance. The scenery was truly incredible. We were right by the coast so the air smelt heavily of sea water. The sunning was beating down on us and reflected off of the small pond located in the corner of the garden. The pond sparkled as if it was made of crystals and the bright colored flowers made the hot summer day seem so much more cheery.

"Gabriella" Ronald said his voice suddenly sounding nervous. I turned my full attention to him knowing what was to come next.

"Over the past couple of months we have spent much time in each others company. You are a fine young women. Beautiful, smart, witty …" as he said this he got down on one knee. "Gabriella Montez will you make me the happiest man in the world and marry me?"

A million thoughts flashed through my mind as processed what he was saying. Out of all these thoughts one stood out from the rest. What if I never found another man who takes interest in me? I have never had many suitors, probably because my father is very picky when it comes to a suitable man for me. But he believes that me and Lord Beckett are a smart match, that has to mean something.

Having made up my mind I looked from the ring that he was holding to his face

"Yes, yes I will marry you."

A look of relief washed over his face as he slipped that ring on my finger.


The wedding is planned to be in two months. After accepting Ronald's proposal I had never seen my father happier. I overheard him talking when he was having tea with an old family friend. He said that it put him at peace knowing that I will have someone to take care of me especially once his time is up.


"I do," I said with a smile on my face.

"You may now kiss the bride," the priest said.


The sun was peeking through the curtains. The shards of light hitting my face. I slowly opened my eyes and groaned wanting it to still be sleeping. As I rose from my comfy bed I made my way to the balcony attached to the room. As I looked out to the sea, I thought about everything that had happened over the past two years. I must say that I feel very content with my life.

I turned my attention back to the bedroom and watched the sleeping figure in the bed. After a couple of minutes the figured stirred and started to stretch out.

A smile played over my features.

"Morning Darling," I said making my way over to him.

"Good morning," he replied pulling onto his lap. His lips brushed over my shoulder and he made a trail of kisses until his lips met mine. His tongue grazed over my bottom lip begging for entrance. I opened my mouth slightly letting his tongue in. As he explored every crevice of my mouth, I moaned into the kiss.

Suddenly I heard gunshots followed by many screams. There was a load knock at our bedroom door.

"Who is it," Ronald called out.

"It is me Wilber, sir," one of our servants said.

Ronald got up from his spot on the bed and opened the door.

"What in God's name is going on," he demanded, "we heard gunshots and screaming."

The young man looked at Ronald with fear in his eyes and answered with one word

"Pirates"