Here's the edited version of the Chapter 04: Lover's Quarrel
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You had a good night's sleep and you felt revitalized. You don't feel like waking up yet but the loud ruckus outside kept you from resting further. You tried tossing and turning trying to get more rest but the noise outside is too loud to ignore. Moments later, a loud knock came from the door makes and it made you jump up from your bed. You finally woke up and looked around. You remembered that Jack was with you last night.
"Where's Jack?" you mumbled to yourself as you rub your eyes and got up the bed while trying to look for him but can't find him anywhere. Then another loud knock was heard again coming from outside the door as if someone wanted to destroy it.
"Ms. Your Name time to wake up! Breakfast is ready!" hollered by a woman's voice, probably one of the Sparrow's housekeepers.
"Ok! Ok! I'm coming!" you respond as you quickly put on your robe then rushed outside. Opening the door, you were surprised to see a fat middle-aged woman holding a tray with food on it. It was Mr. Gibbs' wife, Mrs. Martha.
"Oh! It's you Mrs. Gibbs! Good Morning!" you said to her smiling. You stood near your bed while Mrs. Gibbs prepared the table where you could eat your breakfast properly.
"Are you alright? I thought you were bed-ridden in here?" Asked Mrs. Gibbs while she poured you a glass of milk.
"Oh! I'm all right… My wounds are completely healed." You said in a cautious tone as you held your bandaged arms trying to avoid eye contact with Mrs. Gibbs.
"But I could have sworn that I saw you yesterday gravely wounded. You must take further rest." Mrs. Gibbs responded deeply concerned.
"Jack is very good in treating wounds… That's why I managed to recover quickly than the usual." You reasoned out as you sat down beside the coffee table.
" Oh… That's true of him. Here's your milk. I personally prepared a healthy breakfast for you." Mrs. Gibbs said proudly handing you the glass of milk forgetting everything about your wounds.
"Thank you Mrs. Gibbs." You said gratefully to her. While you were drinking your milk and taking a few bite of Mrs. Gibbs' bread, she set aside the curtains and opened the windows to let the warmth of the sun come in. Warm daylight filled your room and after that she went outside leaving the door wide opened.
"Captain Jack Sparrow has a gift for you!" She shouted down stairs.
You were baffled on what you've heard. While you're finishing your breakfast you try to think of what kind of gift will a pirate give to a woman like yourself.
"What could he have for me?" You wonder.
A few minutes later, you heard heavy steps coming from the stairs and you saw Mrs. Gibbs carrying a white big box. Upon entering the room she laid the box beside your bed.
"What is this?" you asked the Fat lady curiously.
"Hurry up and opened it!" said Mrs. Gibbs giggly.
Carefully opening the box, you took a look and found an elegant royal blue, long gown embroidered with finely elaborated gold jewels along the low-neckline and long sleeves. You pull it out from the box excitedly.
"It's beautiful!" you exclaimed in amazement.
"The noblewomen in Europe usually wore this kind of gown. It shows the true beauty of the wearer compared to those gowns that has sophisticated and intricate designs. And I'm pretty sure that it will look good on you because your body is naturally perfect." Commented Mrs. Gibbs enthusiastically.
"Really?" you asked reassuring what the fat lady said.
"Yes!" Mrs. Gibbs cried out.
"I'll wear this later." You replied as you returned the gown in the box.
"But why don't you wear it right now?" asked Mrs. Gibbs looking puzzled. Ignoring what Mrs. Gibbs asks, you placed the box at the bedside.
"By the way, where's Jack?" you asked the fat lady.
"I saw him around the port earlier this morning. I think he's doing some business." Said Mrs. Gibbs standing in front of you.
"Where are my clothes?" you asked again. Mrs. Gibbs approached the closet and got your clothes out.
"Here, Anamaria washed and mended you clothes." She said handing to you your clothes.
"And your weapons are kept there" Mrs. Gibbs added pointing beside the door and there are your two swords and set of daggers hanging on the wall.
"Thank you. Mrs. Gibbs. And please thank Anamaria for me." You said in gratitude to Mrs. Gibbs.
"Sure. Ms. Your Name." Mrs. Gibbs replied.
Moments later Mrs. Gibbs left the room leaving you alone. You removed your bandages and immediately dressed up and got your weapons, checking them carefully if they're still in good condition. You finished your breakfast and saw a piece of parchment and quill inside the chest. You decided to write something on it then after that, you slid the folded parchment inside the envelope and put it in your pocket before you finally left the room.
You have something in mind, a surprise for Jack and for the others, of course. You left the Sparrow's manor and went to the busy streets of Tortuga. While you were walking across the streets you noticed that there are so many whorehouses and pubs available compared to the last time you visit Tortuga.
"I hope that Tortuga still has a market." you mumble to yourself.
While passing by the whorehouses, you observed that most of the whores around were looking at you in an annoying manner as they whisper to each other.
You heard someone saying, " How did our darling Jack Sparrow fell for this kind of woman?"
"I don't know. And I know that I'm much prettier than her." Replied another voice.
Stopping in the middle of the street, you searched for that particular person who said that. Looking around you noticed two whores; one wearing almost red from her dress down to her accessories the other one was a blonde, standing right behind you. You knew that they're talking about you but you decided to just ignore them. Giving them a tiger look, you rolled your eyes then started walking again. You arrived at Tortuga's only market place near the port. The market was much crowded compare to the whorehouses and pubs. Many Merchant ships were docked at the port unloading the animals and things that can be sold to the market. Going to the wet market, you started to look for the items you need.
"I'll prepare a special dinner for them…hmm… But what would it be?" you thought to yourself as you stroll around.
After a few moments of thinking on what to serve to Jack and the others, you decided on an idea. It took you the whole afternoon in obtaining every item that you need except for one particular thing when you saw this familiar merchant ship nearby. Going towards it you saw this familiar person standing in front of the ship.
"Mr. Santiago!" you yelled greeting the middle aged man.
"Good afternoon! Ms. Your name I never thought I'd see you here in Tortuga." Said Mr. Santiago surprised. "Where's your ship?" he added.
"Unfortunately it was stolen from me. Can I ask you a small favor? I want you to give this letter to my brother. And please never tell anyone that you saw me here. Is that clear?" you politely requested.
"Yes, madam" he replied lowering his head in respect. After handing him your letter, you immediately left.
You passed near the docked Black Pearl, staring at it, admiring it for its unparalleled beauty.
"Jack has been to a lot of adventures…" You thought to yourself.
You saw Jack in the Black Pearl standing near the prow looking around as if he's talking to someone. You're about to call his attention when suddenly you saw a woman, probably a whore, appeared, clinging at Jack's arms. You watched them closely then after a few moments, the woman moved towards Jack staring at him seductively while facing his direction. After watching them for a few minutes you started to think of things that could possibly happen.
"I hope it's not what I think." you muttered to yourself as you try to control your feelings.
You prepared yourself on what could possibly happen, your eyebrows starting to narrow and your blood slowly pressuring up and your hands clasping into a fist. After a few minutes, you saw Jack pushed away the woman and turn his back on her. Upon seeing this, you slowly calm down and decided to leave. As you were about to turn your back from the scene, you saw Jack suddenly kissed the woman intensely and you could tell from his face that his enjoying it. As you stood there shocked, you felt this rage slowly creeping throughout your body.
"YOU BLOODY SNEEKY PIRATE!" you muttered to yourself gritting your teeth in anger. Controlling your fury, you realized something. You don't have the right to get mad at him besides he's not your husband or boyfriend. After that, you turned your back on them and walked away pretending that you didn't see anything. You finally decided to return back to the Manor. Not so far away from you was Will. He also saw what happened and furthermore, he also saw you saw it and about to walk away. Before you were able to walk very far, he ran after you.
"Good Afternoon! Ms.Your name." Will greeted you in a rather cautious manner.
"Good Afternoon Will!" you replied with a trace of smirk in your face trying to alter your mood.
Along the way, Will assisted you in carrying the bags, and all throughout the walk, he didn't mutter a single word. He probably fears that he might say something that can offend you. After a few walks, you arrived at the gates Manor and you both went directly to the kitchen. As soon as you brought the ingredients outside the bags, you immediately prepared everything. Will just stood there seemingly nervous. He must be trying to think of something that could possibly calm you down after what you saw earlier. He knows that your surely mad at what you witnessed. You were quiet the whole time that you were peeling and chopping the ingredients.
"Nice swords" Will said warily probably trying to break the silence and the tension in the atmosphere. Stopping from peeling the onions, you gave Will a stare that stunned him for a moment.
"Holy mother of God, I wish that I didn't pull the trigger" Thought Will regrettably.
"Really?" you said smilingly at him as you continue peeling the onions with deadly grace.
Will was surprised at your reaction.
"May I see your sword?" asked Will calmly.
"Sure!" you responded pulling out your long slightly curve single edged sword and carefully handed it to Will.
He was amazed in your sword, examining each angle of the sword even swinging it in the open air to test it. Placing the sharp edge of the blade on top of a pumpkin, he slowly maneuvered it. To his astonishment, as soon as he pushed the sword deep into the pumpkin, the pumpkin was cut into two clean halves "Whoa! This is one of a kind sword. It sliced the pumpkin into half neatly. It's light and perfectly made! What do you call to this sword?" asked Will enthusiastically.
"We call it a katana. The short sword that I have here is called a Wakizashi. These two were given to me by my father" You replied to Will putting the other sword on the table. Will noticed that you don't have any wounds or bruises left like what he saw yesterday. But he didn't asked about it.
"How was this sword made?" he asked again with keen interest.
"So, you're Blacksmith." You said looking at him again.
"Yes." Will replied.
"Sorry Will. The method how it was made was never taught to anyone else. Furthermore, the materials used to forge it are not available in your home. I doubt it if you could make a sword like it." You frantically said to him while you were heating the saucepan.
"Is that so…" said Will in disappointment.
"How long have you been using this?" asked Will.
"More than 20 years…I guess" you replied naturally while you put the ingredients into the saucepan.
"And never has it dulled?" he asked again touching the keen edge of the sword.
"Not that I remember." You responded.
"Amazing, I wish I could learn how to make this kind of sword. It challenges me." Said Will in wonder.
You saw Will looking at your sword with such keen interest and you just slightly wave your head and you started to cook. Moments later, Will decided to change the topic. He tried to crack some silly jokes and make a fool out of himself to cheer you up to the point that you were laughing out loud. Slowly ceasing your laughter, you looked at Will in a happy mood.
"Thank you, Will." You said.
"Thank you for what?" Will asked bewildered.
"Just thank you." You replied smilingly.
You went on with your cooking with Will still admiring your swords. A few hours later, Will got disturbed by the scent of your cooking.
"It seems to be that we'll be having a special dinner for tonight." Will exclaimed. You just gave him a smile and as soon you finished cooking dinner, you prepared the table.
Dinner was ready and it seems that you'll be having a feast. You prepared 5 main dishes and desserts. Everyone arrived at the dinning room eager to taste you cooking. And from the looks of things, it seems that they were enjoying the meal you prepared for them. Dinnertime was never this exciting. All were enjoying the moment and the food. Some were telling stories and a few were just eating and drinking.
"Where's Jack anyway?" asked Mr. Gibbs looking around "He's missing a wonderful feast!" he exclaimed.
Speaking of Jack, he just arrived at the manor. Upon hearing the sounds of merrymaking coming from the dining room, he immediately went to it.
"Well, yer havin' a feast in here…" he interrupts in a sarcastic tone.
You saw him enter and took a sit beside Will. And as you stare at him, you remembered what happened earlier causing you to become agitated. Furthermore, he seems to be drunk.
"Ms.Your name, cooked for our dinner tonight." Said Mrs. Gibbs.
"Ohhh! Really!? Then I should have a taste of this wonderful dish cooked by me luv! Hic!" said Jack walking towards you.
You saw Will looking at Jack and turning to you. You just stood there, with your hands flat on the table holding a small knife and staring at Jack with your eye's burning with anger.
"Me luv, ye looked very lovely in the dress that I gave to ye." Said Jack putting his arms around you.
You gave him an annoying smirk, and remove his arms around you then stabbed the knife directly to the wooden table leaving it standing by itself firmly fixed. After that you walked out of that dining area.
"What's her problem? Ey?" Jack asked confused. Suddenly a loud slam of a door was heard echoing throughout the hallways but Jack doesn't seem to understand what's happening as well as with the others. Will stood up and stride towards the puzzled Jack.
"You're lucky that she didn't stab you with that knife because you must realize that you've done something REALLY wrong today, Jack." Will said to Jack as if to warn him of something. Jack, still baffled about the events, decided to just pick up a fork and taste the food. "Hmm…It's really good!"
**** Edited version… I hope you like it. PLEASE READ AND REVIEW FOR THIS CHAPTER. I'll be grateful if you could send me some suggestions for the next chapters of the story. THANK YOU! ^_^