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Chapter 11: A Night to Remember

As I went down the hall to James's study, I felt my heart beat faster with each step I took. Walking in these slippers was not an easy task. I helped myself by clinging to the walls of the large hallway. It certainly was a grand mansion, very large for a bachelor. You would think with the size of this home he would have a family. But I am glad he didn't because I would not be here if he had a wife. Especially if it was her. I shook my head of thoughts of her. I was not going to let Elizabeth Swann ruin my lovely evening with James. Nothing would ruin it.

To my surprise I found myself in front of the large french double doors to his study in no time. My shaky hand took hold of the brass knob and turned it slowly. I layed eyes on the most peaceful thing...

James sitting in front of the roaring fire with a elegant glass full of liqour in hand. He suddenly turned when he heard the soft tapping of my pink slippers on the wooden floor.

"Good evening Narissa". James smiled at me.

"Good evening James". I returned the smile. What can I say, I enjoy being with him. Its the only thing that makes me happy these days.

He stood and came closer to me. My heart skipped when he took hold of my waist. He leaned down to kiss me. "You look absolutely stunning". he whispered.

I leaned up; for he was taller than I. Are lips were dangerously close together. "You look ravishing yourself".

James smirked. "Shall we, dinner is ready". He took hold of my hand and led me to the dinning hall.

As soon as we entered the dimly lit dinning hall, my nostrils were filled with the rich aroma of the perfectly roasted meats. James, always being the gentleman, pulled out the chair for me. I smirked and sat as he gently pushed it in. He took his place at the head of the table. I loved the way he looked at that very moment. With his head held up high...he looked to regal, so demanding, so powerful...which made him irresistable to me.

"How do you like you apartments?" James asked interrupting me from my train of thoughts.

"Very beautiful, thank you". I replied as I took a sip of the red contents of the glass in front of me; to suddenly begin choking, much to my dismay. "What is that?" I gasped placing my hand on my rapidly heaving breasts.

James rolled his head back and laughed. "That my dear is red wine. I think its a bit strong for you. Maybe you should just drink water tonight". James took the glass of wine and placed the glass of water in front of me.

"Sorry". I muttered as I took a sip from my water to get rid of the bad taste.

"Don't worry. I should have known". replied James. "I am not accustomed to bringing beautiful mermaids to my home". He placed his hand on top of mine.

I only smirked as I took another sip from my water. I was under his spell once again! But I didn't care. I would be lost to him forever if he wanted me to.

After the rich dinner, James decided to give me a tour of his lavish gardens.

"This is a beautiful garden. Do you come out here often?" I asked. I was a little curious to know of his home life.

"Not quite as much as I would like. Hopefully now that you are here I will be able to. Ever since I met you, I have been going over there...to our special place". replied James as his hand lingered across my collarbone. It made its way up to my chin, he then lowered and lightly kissed me.

"Thats what I call it too...our place". I replied as I pulled back to look into his sparkling emeralds from the cause of the moonlight.

"I am glad to hear it". He pulled me closer to him, surprising me by taking me into his arms and kissing me deeply and everso sweetly, making my knees buckle once again. "I have something for that belongs to you".

"What is it?"

"This". James pulled out my starfish necklace that twinkled in the moonlight just like his eyes. "I found it lying on the beach".

"Thank you. But you know its for you to keep it". I replied. I left it there for a reason that night. The reason being to rid him of Elizabeth.

"Yes, but I rather see it upon that pretty little neck of yours. It would please me". James stepped behind me and placed the necklace on me, trailing soft kisses along my neck.

A shiver ran down my spine of pure delight. I was so into him. And that scared me. Will this man ever love me completely? With Elizabeth no longer in his thoughts and heart?