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Chapter 13: Hearts Captured

Later that evening, Charlotte sat in her lavish carriage on her way to Lord Beckett's mansion. Charlotte was quite nervous...is it because she is in love with Lord Beckett? She has encountered many men in court, whiich none caught her attention. Maybe Lord Beckett was the only man who caught her heart. As the carriage finally stopped in front of the huge french doors of this extrodinary manor, that looked like a palace. Charlotte's heart began to race and her breathe began to quicken, and the corset she is wearing is not helping. Charlotte closed her eyes and took a deep breath.

"Relax Charlotte, its just dinner". she whispered to herself, her eyes flung open as the carriage door opened. The driver helped her down and escorted her to the door, he knocked and left to tend to the carriage. The door opened and the butler led her into the parlor.

"Dutchess Copley...Lord Beckett will be with you in a moment". The Butler bowed and left the parlor.

Charlotte was in pure awe. The rich furnishings, of silk chair and cushions. The well polished wood of the table in the middle of the parlor. And to complete the decor, in the ceiling hung a beautiful crystal chandlier sparkling like diamonds. She snapped out of her thoughts as she heard someone's footsteps.

"Dutchess Copley, I am very pleased you were able to join me". Lord Beckett greeted her taking her milky soft hand and kissing it.

"Good evening Lord Beckett, and the pleasure is all mine". she curtsied and smiled. "Might I add you have a lovely home".

"Thank you, it is exqusite, isn't it".

"Very exqusite". she added

"Shall we, dinner is ready". Beckett offered his arm to Charlotte and she gladly took it.

As soon as they entered the dinning hall, it was already set. Beckett pulled out a chair for Charlotte. The dinner was finally served and they conversed over many things.

"So Lord Beckett, tell me what are your plans for the island and with the East India Trading Company"? asked Charlotte

"Well, I plan to reach my goal to exterminate all pirates, and extend the island a bit more with trade...and also to bring those to justice who have asociated with pirates in anyway. Like I always say its just good buisness".amswered Beckett, very pleased to know that she took his work seriously.

"That sounds like a difficult goal to reach, but I am sure you will reach it".smiled Charlotte and taking a sip of her wine.

"Thank you, but you are to kind".

"Its not kindness...its the truth".she replied cooly.

"Really"? Lord Beckett smiled and sat back in his chair, looking at Charlotte, how beautiful she looked. "And how do you know this"?

"Well, one can only say that you are very powerful and have achieved much...and that exterminating disgusting pirates will not be an obstacle for a man such as yourself, Lord Beckett". replied Charlotte with confidence in her voice.

"I am very flattered, thank you for your truthful words. And might I say you look ravishing this evening my dear dutchess".

"Thank you, as I say the same about you".

"Hmm, would you fancy a walk around the garden"?asked Beckett

"Why yes, I would love to".

As they walked through the lavish rose gardens, they walked with their hands linked together. They often steal gazes at eachother and smile. They stopped by the illuminated water fountain and sat on the samll stone bench in front of it.

At this point, Beckett could not hold his urge much longer. He pulled Charlotte closer to him, wrapping his arm around her small waist and leaned inro kiss her lush pink lips. She also could not hold her urge to kiss him either, she wrapped her arms around his neck and they both kissed with such need, deeply and longingly. Charlotte moaned as he started to kiss her neck. But then they stopped to breathe, and before they can go any further in their lust.

"I must go...it is late". Charlotte whispered, their lips still close together.

"Yes, I have kept you up long enough".Beckett smiled seductively and kissed her once more.

Lord Cutler Beckett finally found someone who loves him back. And he has begun to have the same feelings for Charlotte...he desires her and he has fallen in love with Charlotte.

Dutchess Charlotte Copley has captured a very wealthy and powerful man's heart.

A/N; Dam that Beckett has game...LOL! Anywho stay tuned to see what happens next. PLEASE REVIEW!THANKS-Michelle