"The life that I live isn't an easy one. I've made alot of choices and sometimes the consequences of those choices are harsh, however, I'm happy with the path I've chosen. Sometimes though, it's better if things aren't shared with anybody else, I think you can understand this, can't you Elizabeth?" he looked at her intently.
She nodded, knowing very much what he meant.
"That's why we need to keep everything that has happened, all the words that we have shared, kept between you and I. It's very important for us both to keep this quiet. Savvy?"
"Savvy", she said, she loved pirate speak. Before he could continue she decided to put forth a request of her own. "Can I come with you, you said I'd make a fine pirate?"
"And I meant it, every word of it! I know that you long for a life like mine, I can see myself in you. There's danger out there and it's not the place for a lovely young lass such as yourself, but I promise you this Elizabeth, I'll always keep you safe. I thank you for all that you've done, young Miss." he smiled graciously.
Elizabeth saw the pirate look casually over her shoulder and she thought that perhaps Lt Norrington or her father had found her, but he quickly returned his gaze to her and with a satisfied smile, he continued.
"But remember young Missy, you can't say a word to anyone. If I get found out, it'll be the end for both of us," he says in a stern voice as he makes a slashing motion across his throat. "Not a word, savvy?"
Elizabeth understands all to well and looks terrified at his possible fate. It frightens her to think what would become of him if he were caught by Norrington.
"A pirate always does what's necessary and is never sorry for doing it. Remember that, Elizabeth. No regrets and no apologies."
This last part is lost on her, but she nods her head in agreement and memorizes it to heart.
"It's time for me to go, we'll soon be at Port Royal and you should be up on deck with your father before he notices you're missing. Don't forget what I've told you." he smiled at her and turned, in an instant he was gone.