AN: Hey everybody! Here's the next installment, I hope you enjoy it.
Thanks go out to my reviewers, especially Pineapple1. Please read then
review to let me know what you think. Thanks!
Pineapple1: Yes, Richard is a very evil man and will be dealt with soon. Thanks lots for your support!
Vibe: Yea, Jack is so great with Joshua. Aww, that's too bad you don't like Will, but I promise you lots of Jack scenes!
Disclaimers: All right, all right, I confess...I planned to steal Jack and Will, the whole crew, to start a nice little resort on an itsy bitsy lil' island in the Caribbean where all can come and worship Jack and Will! However, I was informed that this would mean that Disney would have to come and sue me, so to save us all a lot of paperwork, let's just say I don't own them, k?
Chapter 4: When Our Eyes Met
Jack, Elizabeth, Anamaria, and Will set out for Katherine's house. Gibbs had begrudgingly agreed to stay behind to keep the rest of the crew in line. As they briskly walked down the winding streets, Will shot a curious glance at his companions. Jack seemed to be leading them to a part of Tortuga that Will had never seen before. The friends walked passed the small and dirty houses, stepping around groups of children and avoided hitting clotheslines. A frown creased Will's forehead. Why would they be heading to an area of town that seemed to be dominated by families?
After what seemed like forever to Will, they stopped abruptly in front of a rather small house. Jack rapped the door quickly with his knuckles and pushed slightly at the door. He glared when the door swung open, revealing a tiny but homey living area. Jack muttered something about locks under his breath and stepped in, followed quickly by everybody. "Katherine, where are you?" the pirate called out.
Soft footsteps approached them and when what Will saw next took his breath away. It almost seemed like a fairy had drifted into the house, as if she had wandered from her forest home. Fiery red hair swung gently at her waist and large emerald green eyes graced her pale face. A wide smile graced her face as she rushed over to Jack and threw her arms around him. Her voice seemed musical as she said excitedly, "Oh Jack, you made it!"
Jack hugged the woman back fiercely, and Will could see instantly that the pirate loved her greatly. It was almost like what he suspected Elizabeth and he looked like when reunited. As the hug ended, she looked over his shoulder and took in the people standing behind Jack. She gasped and ran over to Anamaria and the women shared a sisterly embrace. After exclaiming how good she looked, the petite woman turned to Elizabeth and gave her a warm hug. Finally, noting Will, she asked him, "And who would you be sir?"
Will swallowed and said "Will Turner milady." The vision took his hand and shook it politely.
"Lovely to meet you Mr. Turner, my name is Katherine. Now everybody, please come and sit down. I'll go and fetch a bit of tea." She smiled, ushering them into the next room, and then rushing off towards the kitchen area. Jack looked amusedly at Will. The boy seemed to still be gaping. Seeing as he was a pirate, Jack couldn't help his next remark.
"I see ye've come to appreciate the lass's looks, aye mate? Don't blame ye, she be a bonny one, but don't ye worry, she only takes yer breath away the firs time. Ye get used ter it." Jack teased. When Elizabeth jabbed him playfully with her elbow, he said hastily, "Not tha' I would choose anybody over ye luv."
"I would certainly hope not Jack Sparrow." Elizabeth replied.
"It's Captain Jack Sparrow luv." Jack shot back as he wrapped his arm around her and gave Elizabeth a sound kiss. A tiny cough came from the kitchen and the lovers looked up to see Katherine chuckling slightly. "Now please behave you two. After all, there are children about." She prodded gently.
"Aye, of course lass. Forgive me, wouldn't want the lad exposed ter anythin' tha' give 'im the wrong impression." Jack answered.
As the tea was distributed, Kat smiled over at Will and asked, "So tell me Will Turner, where is it you hail from?" Before he could answer, a boy darted through the room and landed on Jack's lap. Katherine shot Will a look of apology before directing her gaze to the boy.
"Joshua, I'm sure Uncle Jack doesn't want you jumping on top of him. Apologize to his friend Elizabeth for causing a scene." She said sternly. The boy looked down guiltily.
"I'm sorry Uncle Jack, Miss Elizabeth. I won't do it again." Joshua said.
Jack waved his hand, "Aye, it be no trouble lad. Ye lucky I didn't have any tea on me lap though. Anamaria came to see you, and the dark- haired man beside 'er is Will Turner. He's a good friend of mine."
Joshua nodded enthusiastically and dove over to the other two. Immediately he was nestled between Anamaria and Will, questioning the older man about life as a pirate. Katherine laughed and said, "I'm sorry Will, he gets a bit excited whenever we have company, it doesn't happen often and Jack doesn't give too many details about the pirate life."
Will looked over to her and smiled slightly, "No, it's quite all right Miss.?" When Jack supplied her last name, he continued, " Miss Connelly. No harm is being done."
As the afternoon, the adults carried out conversation while Joshua seemed glued to Will's side. When Katherine got up claiming she had to clean up the kitchen, Anamaria and Elizabeth offered their services. The women walked into the kitchen and Kat commented, "Jack seems to have found a good friend in Will Turner."
Anamaria nodded. "Aye, he's gotten the cap'n out of a fair share of troubles. He be a good man, like his father. The lass who catches 'im twill be a lucky one."
Kat agreed, saying, "True, he seems to be such a kind man. Very polite and not a bit hostile. Will seems to have a way with children, he hasn't pushed Joshua away yet."
"Why would he do that? Joshua's only a boy." Elizabeth questioned. Katherine looked over and smiled sadly.
"Not all men are like Will and Jack, I'm afraid." She said softly
*~*~*
"How do ye think she is?" Jack questioned Anamaria on the way back to the Pearl. Elizabeth lingered behind them talking with Will.
"She be fine Jack, it just tha' bruise got me worried." Anamaria admitted. "I know Katherine is a strong one, but what will happen if that scum comes after 'er or the lad?"
"He won't live to tell tales" Jack swore darkly.
*~*~*
The days slowly became a few weeks, as Jack couldn't make himself leave Katherine with all the rumors going about town. After the pirate swearing that it was no trouble staying a dozen times, Katherine calmed down and enjoyed the access she had to her friends. She wasn't used to all the time with them, but she gladly accepted it.
Jack and Will visited everyday, most of the time with Elizabeth and Anamaria in tow. Will found Katherine fascinating, and she thought him a kind man, something she had only seen so far in Jack. The two quickly became friends, talking freely about things that interested them. Elizabeth also quickly became close with Kat, as the woman seemed to be like a sister-in-law.
Katherine secretly feared how Will would handle her son. She knew Jack loved him, but she didn't know how Turner would handle him. Her fears disappeared almost instantly when she saw how much Will enjoyed the boy's company. He seemed to play the role of doting uncle with Joshua, which relieved her immensely.
One day, Elizabeth and Jack had taken Joshua for a walk, leaving Will and Katherine alone. They were playing a game of cards and chatting amiably. "So, your mother died and you came here in search of your father?" Kat asked as she studied her friend.
Will nodded. "Yes, that was actually how I met Elizabeth and found myself in Port Royal. My ship was attacked by pirates and Elizabeth had me rescued from the waters." He said. "What about your family?"
Katherine said softly. "Jack's my family. He and Joshua."
Will studied the woman before him carefully. Her hair was half- shielding her face, but he could see a sad look on her face. Whatever had happened to her before was obviously a bad story, and Katherine apparently wasn't willing to share it. "All right." He replied.
Katherine looked up at him and the two were locked in a gaze that lasted for a stretch of time. The spell was broken when they heard the front door open. As they both looked away, Joshua came running into the room. "Will, look what Uncle Jack found!"
"What would that be buddy?" Will asked. As Joshua showed him his most recent treasure, Katherine got up and started cleaning up the game. When Jack walked into the room, he looked at his friends and quirked his eyebrow. "Kat lass, I think it's time we be headin back to the ship." The pirate said.
"Oh, well be careful then. Good day Jack, Will." Katherine answered, hugging Jack and nodding to Will
"I'll be back tomorrow lass." Jack called out as he and the others headed out the door. Katherine stood by the door and watched Will's retreating back, wondering to herself what to make of the man.
*~*~*
The next day found Katherine sitting in her living room, leafing through a book she had bought a few weeks ago but never had time to finish. Joshua was playing around the house and since Jack wasn't supposed to be coming until later, Kat allowed herself the luxury of relaxation. It was unfortunately short-lived.
Kat was startled when she heard a pounding at the door. Frowning slightly, Katherine got up and walked over to her door. Unlocking the door, she eased it opened. Looking up she let out a horrified gasp. It was Richard.
*~*~*
"How long do you think we'll be staying Jack?" Will questioned his friend as they headed back towards Katherine's house.
"I'm not sure mate, I'm been meanin to talk with Katherine bout a few things before we go." Jack answered. Will nodded and the friends walked in companionable silence.
Out of nowhere Joshua appeared. The boy looked in their direction and began running to Jack. Jack knelt down and caught his son, who seemed to be in a hurry. "Where would you be goin lad?" he asked.
"Mama sent me. She's at home but somebody came and she was really upset. She made me lock meself in the back room." Joshua answered.
Will saw a stunned look pass over Jack's face, then one of anger. "Why are you out here then?" the captain forced himself to question calmly.
Joshua looked at him with worried blue eyes. "Mama told me to climb out the window and go to the docks and find you. She was crying Uncle Jack. Why is Mama so scared?" the boy asked. "She kept saying not to go into the front room, and she hugged me really hard before she locked the door. Is Mama in trouble?"
Jack didn't answer the boy, simply said in a trembling voice of anger, "Richard." The pirate got up and started running for Katherine's house. Will grabbed Joshua then tore after his friend. When he got up, Jack had called out "Katherine!" and banged the door down. What greeted their gaze was horrendous, and Will uttered, "Mary mother of God."
AN: Hehe, a cliffie! I know, I know I'm evil. Next chapter up soon, reviews are appreciated!
Pineapple1: Yes, Richard is a very evil man and will be dealt with soon. Thanks lots for your support!
Vibe: Yea, Jack is so great with Joshua. Aww, that's too bad you don't like Will, but I promise you lots of Jack scenes!
Disclaimers: All right, all right, I confess...I planned to steal Jack and Will, the whole crew, to start a nice little resort on an itsy bitsy lil' island in the Caribbean where all can come and worship Jack and Will! However, I was informed that this would mean that Disney would have to come and sue me, so to save us all a lot of paperwork, let's just say I don't own them, k?
Chapter 4: When Our Eyes Met
Jack, Elizabeth, Anamaria, and Will set out for Katherine's house. Gibbs had begrudgingly agreed to stay behind to keep the rest of the crew in line. As they briskly walked down the winding streets, Will shot a curious glance at his companions. Jack seemed to be leading them to a part of Tortuga that Will had never seen before. The friends walked passed the small and dirty houses, stepping around groups of children and avoided hitting clotheslines. A frown creased Will's forehead. Why would they be heading to an area of town that seemed to be dominated by families?
After what seemed like forever to Will, they stopped abruptly in front of a rather small house. Jack rapped the door quickly with his knuckles and pushed slightly at the door. He glared when the door swung open, revealing a tiny but homey living area. Jack muttered something about locks under his breath and stepped in, followed quickly by everybody. "Katherine, where are you?" the pirate called out.
Soft footsteps approached them and when what Will saw next took his breath away. It almost seemed like a fairy had drifted into the house, as if she had wandered from her forest home. Fiery red hair swung gently at her waist and large emerald green eyes graced her pale face. A wide smile graced her face as she rushed over to Jack and threw her arms around him. Her voice seemed musical as she said excitedly, "Oh Jack, you made it!"
Jack hugged the woman back fiercely, and Will could see instantly that the pirate loved her greatly. It was almost like what he suspected Elizabeth and he looked like when reunited. As the hug ended, she looked over his shoulder and took in the people standing behind Jack. She gasped and ran over to Anamaria and the women shared a sisterly embrace. After exclaiming how good she looked, the petite woman turned to Elizabeth and gave her a warm hug. Finally, noting Will, she asked him, "And who would you be sir?"
Will swallowed and said "Will Turner milady." The vision took his hand and shook it politely.
"Lovely to meet you Mr. Turner, my name is Katherine. Now everybody, please come and sit down. I'll go and fetch a bit of tea." She smiled, ushering them into the next room, and then rushing off towards the kitchen area. Jack looked amusedly at Will. The boy seemed to still be gaping. Seeing as he was a pirate, Jack couldn't help his next remark.
"I see ye've come to appreciate the lass's looks, aye mate? Don't blame ye, she be a bonny one, but don't ye worry, she only takes yer breath away the firs time. Ye get used ter it." Jack teased. When Elizabeth jabbed him playfully with her elbow, he said hastily, "Not tha' I would choose anybody over ye luv."
"I would certainly hope not Jack Sparrow." Elizabeth replied.
"It's Captain Jack Sparrow luv." Jack shot back as he wrapped his arm around her and gave Elizabeth a sound kiss. A tiny cough came from the kitchen and the lovers looked up to see Katherine chuckling slightly. "Now please behave you two. After all, there are children about." She prodded gently.
"Aye, of course lass. Forgive me, wouldn't want the lad exposed ter anythin' tha' give 'im the wrong impression." Jack answered.
As the tea was distributed, Kat smiled over at Will and asked, "So tell me Will Turner, where is it you hail from?" Before he could answer, a boy darted through the room and landed on Jack's lap. Katherine shot Will a look of apology before directing her gaze to the boy.
"Joshua, I'm sure Uncle Jack doesn't want you jumping on top of him. Apologize to his friend Elizabeth for causing a scene." She said sternly. The boy looked down guiltily.
"I'm sorry Uncle Jack, Miss Elizabeth. I won't do it again." Joshua said.
Jack waved his hand, "Aye, it be no trouble lad. Ye lucky I didn't have any tea on me lap though. Anamaria came to see you, and the dark- haired man beside 'er is Will Turner. He's a good friend of mine."
Joshua nodded enthusiastically and dove over to the other two. Immediately he was nestled between Anamaria and Will, questioning the older man about life as a pirate. Katherine laughed and said, "I'm sorry Will, he gets a bit excited whenever we have company, it doesn't happen often and Jack doesn't give too many details about the pirate life."
Will looked over to her and smiled slightly, "No, it's quite all right Miss.?" When Jack supplied her last name, he continued, " Miss Connelly. No harm is being done."
As the afternoon, the adults carried out conversation while Joshua seemed glued to Will's side. When Katherine got up claiming she had to clean up the kitchen, Anamaria and Elizabeth offered their services. The women walked into the kitchen and Kat commented, "Jack seems to have found a good friend in Will Turner."
Anamaria nodded. "Aye, he's gotten the cap'n out of a fair share of troubles. He be a good man, like his father. The lass who catches 'im twill be a lucky one."
Kat agreed, saying, "True, he seems to be such a kind man. Very polite and not a bit hostile. Will seems to have a way with children, he hasn't pushed Joshua away yet."
"Why would he do that? Joshua's only a boy." Elizabeth questioned. Katherine looked over and smiled sadly.
"Not all men are like Will and Jack, I'm afraid." She said softly
*~*~*
"How do ye think she is?" Jack questioned Anamaria on the way back to the Pearl. Elizabeth lingered behind them talking with Will.
"She be fine Jack, it just tha' bruise got me worried." Anamaria admitted. "I know Katherine is a strong one, but what will happen if that scum comes after 'er or the lad?"
"He won't live to tell tales" Jack swore darkly.
*~*~*
The days slowly became a few weeks, as Jack couldn't make himself leave Katherine with all the rumors going about town. After the pirate swearing that it was no trouble staying a dozen times, Katherine calmed down and enjoyed the access she had to her friends. She wasn't used to all the time with them, but she gladly accepted it.
Jack and Will visited everyday, most of the time with Elizabeth and Anamaria in tow. Will found Katherine fascinating, and she thought him a kind man, something she had only seen so far in Jack. The two quickly became friends, talking freely about things that interested them. Elizabeth also quickly became close with Kat, as the woman seemed to be like a sister-in-law.
Katherine secretly feared how Will would handle her son. She knew Jack loved him, but she didn't know how Turner would handle him. Her fears disappeared almost instantly when she saw how much Will enjoyed the boy's company. He seemed to play the role of doting uncle with Joshua, which relieved her immensely.
One day, Elizabeth and Jack had taken Joshua for a walk, leaving Will and Katherine alone. They were playing a game of cards and chatting amiably. "So, your mother died and you came here in search of your father?" Kat asked as she studied her friend.
Will nodded. "Yes, that was actually how I met Elizabeth and found myself in Port Royal. My ship was attacked by pirates and Elizabeth had me rescued from the waters." He said. "What about your family?"
Katherine said softly. "Jack's my family. He and Joshua."
Will studied the woman before him carefully. Her hair was half- shielding her face, but he could see a sad look on her face. Whatever had happened to her before was obviously a bad story, and Katherine apparently wasn't willing to share it. "All right." He replied.
Katherine looked up at him and the two were locked in a gaze that lasted for a stretch of time. The spell was broken when they heard the front door open. As they both looked away, Joshua came running into the room. "Will, look what Uncle Jack found!"
"What would that be buddy?" Will asked. As Joshua showed him his most recent treasure, Katherine got up and started cleaning up the game. When Jack walked into the room, he looked at his friends and quirked his eyebrow. "Kat lass, I think it's time we be headin back to the ship." The pirate said.
"Oh, well be careful then. Good day Jack, Will." Katherine answered, hugging Jack and nodding to Will
"I'll be back tomorrow lass." Jack called out as he and the others headed out the door. Katherine stood by the door and watched Will's retreating back, wondering to herself what to make of the man.
*~*~*
The next day found Katherine sitting in her living room, leafing through a book she had bought a few weeks ago but never had time to finish. Joshua was playing around the house and since Jack wasn't supposed to be coming until later, Kat allowed herself the luxury of relaxation. It was unfortunately short-lived.
Kat was startled when she heard a pounding at the door. Frowning slightly, Katherine got up and walked over to her door. Unlocking the door, she eased it opened. Looking up she let out a horrified gasp. It was Richard.
*~*~*
"How long do you think we'll be staying Jack?" Will questioned his friend as they headed back towards Katherine's house.
"I'm not sure mate, I'm been meanin to talk with Katherine bout a few things before we go." Jack answered. Will nodded and the friends walked in companionable silence.
Out of nowhere Joshua appeared. The boy looked in their direction and began running to Jack. Jack knelt down and caught his son, who seemed to be in a hurry. "Where would you be goin lad?" he asked.
"Mama sent me. She's at home but somebody came and she was really upset. She made me lock meself in the back room." Joshua answered.
Will saw a stunned look pass over Jack's face, then one of anger. "Why are you out here then?" the captain forced himself to question calmly.
Joshua looked at him with worried blue eyes. "Mama told me to climb out the window and go to the docks and find you. She was crying Uncle Jack. Why is Mama so scared?" the boy asked. "She kept saying not to go into the front room, and she hugged me really hard before she locked the door. Is Mama in trouble?"
Jack didn't answer the boy, simply said in a trembling voice of anger, "Richard." The pirate got up and started running for Katherine's house. Will grabbed Joshua then tore after his friend. When he got up, Jack had called out "Katherine!" and banged the door down. What greeted their gaze was horrendous, and Will uttered, "Mary mother of God."
AN: Hehe, a cliffie! I know, I know I'm evil. Next chapter up soon, reviews are appreciated!