Jack walked out of his cabin the next morning at sunrise, putting on his
brown coat as he went. He didn't sleep a wink the night before; so much was
on his mind. There was his ship, the Black Pearl, and his crew in danger;
Amera, and everything she had said and didn't say that night before still
picked at him; and of course, Jack wouldn't speak or even look at Torin
after the lip lock they had shared. Indeed, many things were troubling the
mind of Jack Sparrow.
However, that morning Jack tried to focus on only one thing, St. Lucia. They were due to arriving at the island that day, and he needed a plan, a good one, in finding a way to track down his ship.
He stepped out on the Avenger's deck that morning, still somewhat silent and at ease. Only a few men were out, so it was easy to move around. He looked around, and didn't see Amera anywhere. But, he did see a familiar face up at the helm, and decided to say hello.
Francis, the big bald-headed sailor, was steering the ship that morning. It was a peaceful day, until an abrupt voice said, "Good mornin' Francis! What a beautiful day it is! Wouldn' you say so?" He turned to find Jack at his side, gleaming at him. Francis turned back to the sea and said nothing until Jack spoke yet again. "Say, do you think I could steer for a tad? I am Captain of the Black Pearl as you know! Savvy?"
But Francis only shook his head and said in a low ruff voice, "Can't do that Sparrow, under orders of Cap'n Knightly. She specifically said not to let ya steer her ship." Offended, Jack nodded and rubbed his hands together. "Well then Francis, where is our beloved Captain this mornin?" Francis pointed all the way to the bow of the ship. On the starboard side, Jack could barely see Amera facing the sea, grasping the rail of the ship.
Jack patted Francis on the back and replied, "Cheers mate!" As he headed towards the stairs, Francis's hand grasped Jack's collar and said, "Wouldn't do that if I were you. She never likes being disturbed when she's up there. Anyone who does gets a black eye, at least." He let go of Jack's collar, and Jack coolly fixed it to where it was of his own style again.
Then Jack said cockily, "Son, I'm Captain Jack Sparrow! Ta." And saying nothing more, Jack boldly walked down the steps towards the bow. Francis rolled his eyes, and went back to his thoughts, concentrating on the ocean.
At the bow of the ship, Amera stood, holding the railing, deep in her thoughts. Like Jack, many things filled her mind. There was her ship and crew that she busily had to keep in order, the search and capture of the Black Pearl, having both Torin and Jack fighting in her room the night before, and memories Amera had tried to forget for so long.
The last thought was the most painful to think of. Up until yesterday she was able to forget her past and worry about her new way of life. But now, her feelings were again taking hold of her.
There was something that no one, not even Jack knew about Amera. She had made a promise to herself. She promised that she would never love anyone again after being hurt over and over. And she had made that promise two years ago; the day she was crushed by Jack himself, in Port Royal.
Now, she had a new problem arising. Her oath had worked up until now, because she was starting to have feelings for-
"Scuse me Captain! But I was just wonderin' if I could have a little chat with ya!" Amera turned to Jack at her left, and was a bit surprised he actually asked to speak with her. "Jack, you do realize how badly I can hurt you for interrupting me deep in my thoughts?" Jack thought for a moment, then nodded, "Yeah." Showing no sign of danger. Amera knew he loved to annoy her, even if she did beat the crap out of him for it. So, she sighed and simply said, "Fine! For now, I'll let it slide."
Jack put his hands together and bowed slightly in thanks. Then he started, "So, I wanted to ask you what the plans are when we get to St. Lucia." Amera nodded, "Aye, I'll send a group ashore and they'll search the docks for any sign of the Black Pearl and- what was the name of the ship that attacked you Jack? You were in the water when it sailed off, didn't you see the name on the back?"
Startled by the question, Jack thought for a moment, looking in any direction except Amera's deep blue eyes. And looking slightly tense, he answered, "I-I don't remember. It was really bright out and the waves were fierce." Amera nodded at him in approval, and Jack began to be relieved. Until, she grew a curious look on her face, "What about the Captain, he talked to you. Do you remember what he looked like? Maybe he told you his name?"
"No no! No one said his name! And also, his crew was beating the daylights outta me as he talked. Brutal pirates they were!" "Oh, I'm sorry Jack. Well, we'll search the docks and ask around in some of the local bars. Maybe someone has seen something suspicious. There's are plan, are you satisfied?"
"Well, not entirely. I wanted to ask you about last night. You see-" Jack stopped in mid-sentence, because Amera started to laugh about the previous night; however, she stopped when Jack gave her a stern look. "You see, I've been meanin' to ask you about you and Torin. He was in your bed, naked." Jack said this with a look of disgust on his face and continued, "Are you two goin' at it or what?"
Amera smiled a little, and replied, "Jack, I find it rude of you to come picking away at my private life. I am insulted! However, if you are so interested in my affairs, the fact is I am sleeping with him. You're not jealous, are you?" "What kind of man do you think I am? Course I'm not jealous, just curious is all!" Amera smiled again, this time bigger. Soon, she was laughing, and Jack joined in. As they calmed down, Jack became serious and asked, "Amera, do you really-" But he was cut off by Amera who had looked out over the sea, and shouted out, "Land ho!"
It was midday when they arrived and docked in the St. Lucia port. After Amera organized a group to go ashore, she put Francis in charge of watching over the ship with the rest of the crew.
The small group that went ashore was not a happy one. It consisted of Amera, Andrew, Torin, and Jack. As they made their way through the docks, they spotted a pub called 'The Oyster's Pearl'.
Amera halted them and said, "Alright men. We're going to split up if we want to cover more ground. So, Andrew, you come with me and we'll check out the rest of these docks. Jack!" Jack turned his head back to Amera after checking out a few pirate wenches that had walked by and nodded to her. "You and Torin look in the town for anyone who could help us. Ask any bartenders in the pubs and see what you can find out. We meet back at the Oyster's Pearl six o'clock. Savvy?"
Andrew nodded to her, but Torin and Jack didn't feel too happy about the situation. Jack crossed over to Amera and put his hands on her shoulders. "Ey Knightly, maybe I should go with you, just in case you need a strong pair of hands to help you out if there's trouble. No offense to you mate!" Andrew rolled his eyes faintly. "So, what you says about that?" "Hold on just a second Sparrow! If Amera here wants to be safe, she'd be best off with me, at least I know how to fight!" Torin had come over and was on Amera's other side glaring at Jack. "Oh, you think that do ya mate?" Jack whispered. "Yeah, as a matter of fact I do!" "Then, I'll show you what I can-"
But before Jack even touched Torin, they each felt a knife digging into their throats. Amera had whipped them out in a flash as she saw them approaching each other and stepped in front of them. "Listen you maggots, you're both getting on my last nerve about this nonsense! If I hear any more complaining or arguing or fighting of either of you, I'll be happy to put you both in the brig for as long as it suits me."
Both Torin and Jack raised their eyebrows in surprise and fright. Then as Amera put her knives away, she muttered, "And the longer the better!" Then she nodded to Andrew and the two took off down the docks, leaving Torin and Jack to cover the town.
Jack cleared his throat and dusted his brown hat, then put it on his head. "Right, guess we're to check out the town then mate!" But Torin just walked past him muttering, "I have nothing to say to you." Jack just smiled and followed him into the streets of St. Lucia.
Amera and Andrew walked in silence down the docks, the hours were passing by quite quickly. They had seen docked ships, but nothing suspicious. There was the Loveless, the Executioner, another called the Faithful, and one called the Endurance. It was already five o'clock and they haven't had any luck. Finally, Amera spoke, "This is hopeless. We have talked to everyone out here! No one knows anything about our mystery ship!"
"Well Captain, that's just the problem, it's a mystery ship." Andrew stated. Amera turned in confusion, "What do you mean?" "We don't know much about this ship at all. You even said Jack didn't know the name of the enemy or his ship. He didn't know much at all! All we could tell them was that the Black Pearl was missing and some pirates have been sailing around with it. Some people don't even believe the Black Pearl exists! And how do we know that the Black Pearl is sailing around anyway? It could be docked somewhere unknown while the pirates sail around in their own ship, or not at all! No wonder nobody knows anything about it!"
After his full out explanation, he fell silent and started walking again. But Amera was baffled by his knowledge. "Blimey Andrew! Never figured you a problem solver very much! You're pretty smart!" He chuckled a little and said, "Thanks. I know my stuff when it comes to difficult times. But I only help out when I'm really needed." And all she could say back was, "Well, if you keep this up, a promotion will definitely be in store for you!"
But he didn't seem very enthusiastic about it, Andrew just kept walking without a word. Until Amera added, "Also, after this whole adventure of retrieving Jack's beloved boat, I could make a stop in Grenada. I hear there's a very lovely girl living there, if you're interested in going. If not, I totally-" "No no! That would be good!" Andrew insisted. Amera just smiled, and so did he. "Thank you," He said. "Ey, you're my shipmate, you'd do the same for me! However, I doubt I'll ever give up the fabulous life of piracy for love."
"It seems love is on your doorstep already, Captain!" Andrew said with a smirk. "Oh, please! Torin and Jack? They're just two imbeciles who are trying to show that their the dominant male when they win the prize, and they won't for that matter or any other!" Amera stated. "Really, well, in my opinion, I think that isn't true! I saw the way you and Jack were this morning at the bow. You were flirting!" Amera laughed in shock, "Flirting? With Jack? Be serious! I'd never-"
Amera stopped mid sentence in awe. Andrew didn't know what had happened until he noticed a man walking out from the shadows. The man said, "Amera! I'm so glad I've found you! Something has happened, the Black Pearl was-" But she cut him off, "No, it's ok, I already know Gibbs." Andrew still was clueless, he had no idea who this Gibbs character was. But Amera did, he was Jack's first mate on the Black Pearl.
It was six o'clock as Jack and Torin made their way back to the docks outside of the pub, The Oyster's Pearl. Jack just stood and hummed a tune in his head, while Torin looked around for Amera frantically and said, "I wonder if she had more luck then we did! Maybe she found the pirates who stole your ship; or worse, they found her!" He had been worried all day, talking about Amera constantly. Jack was annoyed by it, but he kept his cool and kept humming to 'A Pirate's Life For Me.' He was actually quite happy. He was coasting through this whole ordeal quite nicely, and had a free place to eat and sleep as Amera sailed him to his ship. He didn't have a care in the world.
And as he thought, Torin burst his bubble, "There she is! Amera! I was so worried, are you alright?" Amera walked up to him, "Yes, I'm fine-" But before she said anymore, Torin took her by the waist and kissed her. Amera didn't mind, and she liked seeing Jack swell up in jealously. But when the kiss broke off, she noticed he hadn't seen it, a look of fright and shock was on his face.
"Gibbs!" He whispered. Gibbs came over to Jack, "Hullo Sparrow. Good to see you alive and well for the most part." Gibbs didn't seem too happy to see Jack, as he just patted him on the shoulder and turned back to Amera and the group. "Thank you again for giving me a lift on your ship Miss Knightly, and what a beauty she is may I add!"
"I'm much obliged Gibbs! You're welcome on my ship anytime! Right, I think that we should have a long talk about your trials since the Black Pearl, but let's board first. This town gives me the creeps!" Torin laughed flirtingly, and Andrew smiled as everyone headed for the ship.
As they walked, Amera approached Gibbs and asked him, "Ey, you didn't seem so friendly with Jack back there, everything alright?" He looked back at Jack who was lingering, and in a quiet voice said, "Well, I'm still a little upset with him about the whole incident at The Oyster's Pearl those months ago, but we'll be fine soon enough!" And with that, Gibbs went on ahead with Torin and Andrew.
But Amera however, stopped dead in her tracks. "Jack, come over here!" she said with a stern voice. And when Jack heard her, he slowly stopped, turned, and walked back to her near the pub. "What can I do for you Captain?" He said as sweetly as he could. "What happened?" She confronted him. "What are you talking about?" "Oh, I think you know exactly what I'm talking about!" Torin, Gibbs, and Andrew at this time had already boarded, while Amera stood furious at Jack near the docks.
"No, why don't you enlighten me love." He said in his charm. "Something else happened all those months ago. At this very pub! Gibbs mentioned something about it! What happened here Jack! Tell me!" As Amera kept questioning Jack, they didn't notice what was going on behind them on the Avenger.
"Nothing happened! All we did was come here and have a few drinks, there were some problems, but they're being worked out is all! I swear!" He answered. Amera sighed, she knew she could get nothing else out of Jack. So, she smoothed out her black coat she wore, and turned to walk to her ship. But as she did, she almost tripped from the sight she saw. Her ship was leaving, without her! It was already sailing away. She and Jack ran to the end of the dock, and noticed something strange about the voyage. It wasn't just her ship sailing, but there was a ship directly beside it. It was called, The Endurence.
Amera's mouth dropped. With what breath she had left she said, "I saw that ship docked just a few yards down today!" And with Jack's mouth agape as well, he came out saying, "And I was playing a card game here with the men from that ship months ago!"
Then, Amera turned to look at Jack, and took a real good look. That was the first truthful thing he had spoken to her or anyone since he snuck onto her ship weeks ago. Clearly, Jack Sparrow had some explaining to do.
However, that morning Jack tried to focus on only one thing, St. Lucia. They were due to arriving at the island that day, and he needed a plan, a good one, in finding a way to track down his ship.
He stepped out on the Avenger's deck that morning, still somewhat silent and at ease. Only a few men were out, so it was easy to move around. He looked around, and didn't see Amera anywhere. But, he did see a familiar face up at the helm, and decided to say hello.
Francis, the big bald-headed sailor, was steering the ship that morning. It was a peaceful day, until an abrupt voice said, "Good mornin' Francis! What a beautiful day it is! Wouldn' you say so?" He turned to find Jack at his side, gleaming at him. Francis turned back to the sea and said nothing until Jack spoke yet again. "Say, do you think I could steer for a tad? I am Captain of the Black Pearl as you know! Savvy?"
But Francis only shook his head and said in a low ruff voice, "Can't do that Sparrow, under orders of Cap'n Knightly. She specifically said not to let ya steer her ship." Offended, Jack nodded and rubbed his hands together. "Well then Francis, where is our beloved Captain this mornin?" Francis pointed all the way to the bow of the ship. On the starboard side, Jack could barely see Amera facing the sea, grasping the rail of the ship.
Jack patted Francis on the back and replied, "Cheers mate!" As he headed towards the stairs, Francis's hand grasped Jack's collar and said, "Wouldn't do that if I were you. She never likes being disturbed when she's up there. Anyone who does gets a black eye, at least." He let go of Jack's collar, and Jack coolly fixed it to where it was of his own style again.
Then Jack said cockily, "Son, I'm Captain Jack Sparrow! Ta." And saying nothing more, Jack boldly walked down the steps towards the bow. Francis rolled his eyes, and went back to his thoughts, concentrating on the ocean.
At the bow of the ship, Amera stood, holding the railing, deep in her thoughts. Like Jack, many things filled her mind. There was her ship and crew that she busily had to keep in order, the search and capture of the Black Pearl, having both Torin and Jack fighting in her room the night before, and memories Amera had tried to forget for so long.
The last thought was the most painful to think of. Up until yesterday she was able to forget her past and worry about her new way of life. But now, her feelings were again taking hold of her.
There was something that no one, not even Jack knew about Amera. She had made a promise to herself. She promised that she would never love anyone again after being hurt over and over. And she had made that promise two years ago; the day she was crushed by Jack himself, in Port Royal.
Now, she had a new problem arising. Her oath had worked up until now, because she was starting to have feelings for-
"Scuse me Captain! But I was just wonderin' if I could have a little chat with ya!" Amera turned to Jack at her left, and was a bit surprised he actually asked to speak with her. "Jack, you do realize how badly I can hurt you for interrupting me deep in my thoughts?" Jack thought for a moment, then nodded, "Yeah." Showing no sign of danger. Amera knew he loved to annoy her, even if she did beat the crap out of him for it. So, she sighed and simply said, "Fine! For now, I'll let it slide."
Jack put his hands together and bowed slightly in thanks. Then he started, "So, I wanted to ask you what the plans are when we get to St. Lucia." Amera nodded, "Aye, I'll send a group ashore and they'll search the docks for any sign of the Black Pearl and- what was the name of the ship that attacked you Jack? You were in the water when it sailed off, didn't you see the name on the back?"
Startled by the question, Jack thought for a moment, looking in any direction except Amera's deep blue eyes. And looking slightly tense, he answered, "I-I don't remember. It was really bright out and the waves were fierce." Amera nodded at him in approval, and Jack began to be relieved. Until, she grew a curious look on her face, "What about the Captain, he talked to you. Do you remember what he looked like? Maybe he told you his name?"
"No no! No one said his name! And also, his crew was beating the daylights outta me as he talked. Brutal pirates they were!" "Oh, I'm sorry Jack. Well, we'll search the docks and ask around in some of the local bars. Maybe someone has seen something suspicious. There's are plan, are you satisfied?"
"Well, not entirely. I wanted to ask you about last night. You see-" Jack stopped in mid-sentence, because Amera started to laugh about the previous night; however, she stopped when Jack gave her a stern look. "You see, I've been meanin' to ask you about you and Torin. He was in your bed, naked." Jack said this with a look of disgust on his face and continued, "Are you two goin' at it or what?"
Amera smiled a little, and replied, "Jack, I find it rude of you to come picking away at my private life. I am insulted! However, if you are so interested in my affairs, the fact is I am sleeping with him. You're not jealous, are you?" "What kind of man do you think I am? Course I'm not jealous, just curious is all!" Amera smiled again, this time bigger. Soon, she was laughing, and Jack joined in. As they calmed down, Jack became serious and asked, "Amera, do you really-" But he was cut off by Amera who had looked out over the sea, and shouted out, "Land ho!"
It was midday when they arrived and docked in the St. Lucia port. After Amera organized a group to go ashore, she put Francis in charge of watching over the ship with the rest of the crew.
The small group that went ashore was not a happy one. It consisted of Amera, Andrew, Torin, and Jack. As they made their way through the docks, they spotted a pub called 'The Oyster's Pearl'.
Amera halted them and said, "Alright men. We're going to split up if we want to cover more ground. So, Andrew, you come with me and we'll check out the rest of these docks. Jack!" Jack turned his head back to Amera after checking out a few pirate wenches that had walked by and nodded to her. "You and Torin look in the town for anyone who could help us. Ask any bartenders in the pubs and see what you can find out. We meet back at the Oyster's Pearl six o'clock. Savvy?"
Andrew nodded to her, but Torin and Jack didn't feel too happy about the situation. Jack crossed over to Amera and put his hands on her shoulders. "Ey Knightly, maybe I should go with you, just in case you need a strong pair of hands to help you out if there's trouble. No offense to you mate!" Andrew rolled his eyes faintly. "So, what you says about that?" "Hold on just a second Sparrow! If Amera here wants to be safe, she'd be best off with me, at least I know how to fight!" Torin had come over and was on Amera's other side glaring at Jack. "Oh, you think that do ya mate?" Jack whispered. "Yeah, as a matter of fact I do!" "Then, I'll show you what I can-"
But before Jack even touched Torin, they each felt a knife digging into their throats. Amera had whipped them out in a flash as she saw them approaching each other and stepped in front of them. "Listen you maggots, you're both getting on my last nerve about this nonsense! If I hear any more complaining or arguing or fighting of either of you, I'll be happy to put you both in the brig for as long as it suits me."
Both Torin and Jack raised their eyebrows in surprise and fright. Then as Amera put her knives away, she muttered, "And the longer the better!" Then she nodded to Andrew and the two took off down the docks, leaving Torin and Jack to cover the town.
Jack cleared his throat and dusted his brown hat, then put it on his head. "Right, guess we're to check out the town then mate!" But Torin just walked past him muttering, "I have nothing to say to you." Jack just smiled and followed him into the streets of St. Lucia.
Amera and Andrew walked in silence down the docks, the hours were passing by quite quickly. They had seen docked ships, but nothing suspicious. There was the Loveless, the Executioner, another called the Faithful, and one called the Endurance. It was already five o'clock and they haven't had any luck. Finally, Amera spoke, "This is hopeless. We have talked to everyone out here! No one knows anything about our mystery ship!"
"Well Captain, that's just the problem, it's a mystery ship." Andrew stated. Amera turned in confusion, "What do you mean?" "We don't know much about this ship at all. You even said Jack didn't know the name of the enemy or his ship. He didn't know much at all! All we could tell them was that the Black Pearl was missing and some pirates have been sailing around with it. Some people don't even believe the Black Pearl exists! And how do we know that the Black Pearl is sailing around anyway? It could be docked somewhere unknown while the pirates sail around in their own ship, or not at all! No wonder nobody knows anything about it!"
After his full out explanation, he fell silent and started walking again. But Amera was baffled by his knowledge. "Blimey Andrew! Never figured you a problem solver very much! You're pretty smart!" He chuckled a little and said, "Thanks. I know my stuff when it comes to difficult times. But I only help out when I'm really needed." And all she could say back was, "Well, if you keep this up, a promotion will definitely be in store for you!"
But he didn't seem very enthusiastic about it, Andrew just kept walking without a word. Until Amera added, "Also, after this whole adventure of retrieving Jack's beloved boat, I could make a stop in Grenada. I hear there's a very lovely girl living there, if you're interested in going. If not, I totally-" "No no! That would be good!" Andrew insisted. Amera just smiled, and so did he. "Thank you," He said. "Ey, you're my shipmate, you'd do the same for me! However, I doubt I'll ever give up the fabulous life of piracy for love."
"It seems love is on your doorstep already, Captain!" Andrew said with a smirk. "Oh, please! Torin and Jack? They're just two imbeciles who are trying to show that their the dominant male when they win the prize, and they won't for that matter or any other!" Amera stated. "Really, well, in my opinion, I think that isn't true! I saw the way you and Jack were this morning at the bow. You were flirting!" Amera laughed in shock, "Flirting? With Jack? Be serious! I'd never-"
Amera stopped mid sentence in awe. Andrew didn't know what had happened until he noticed a man walking out from the shadows. The man said, "Amera! I'm so glad I've found you! Something has happened, the Black Pearl was-" But she cut him off, "No, it's ok, I already know Gibbs." Andrew still was clueless, he had no idea who this Gibbs character was. But Amera did, he was Jack's first mate on the Black Pearl.
It was six o'clock as Jack and Torin made their way back to the docks outside of the pub, The Oyster's Pearl. Jack just stood and hummed a tune in his head, while Torin looked around for Amera frantically and said, "I wonder if she had more luck then we did! Maybe she found the pirates who stole your ship; or worse, they found her!" He had been worried all day, talking about Amera constantly. Jack was annoyed by it, but he kept his cool and kept humming to 'A Pirate's Life For Me.' He was actually quite happy. He was coasting through this whole ordeal quite nicely, and had a free place to eat and sleep as Amera sailed him to his ship. He didn't have a care in the world.
And as he thought, Torin burst his bubble, "There she is! Amera! I was so worried, are you alright?" Amera walked up to him, "Yes, I'm fine-" But before she said anymore, Torin took her by the waist and kissed her. Amera didn't mind, and she liked seeing Jack swell up in jealously. But when the kiss broke off, she noticed he hadn't seen it, a look of fright and shock was on his face.
"Gibbs!" He whispered. Gibbs came over to Jack, "Hullo Sparrow. Good to see you alive and well for the most part." Gibbs didn't seem too happy to see Jack, as he just patted him on the shoulder and turned back to Amera and the group. "Thank you again for giving me a lift on your ship Miss Knightly, and what a beauty she is may I add!"
"I'm much obliged Gibbs! You're welcome on my ship anytime! Right, I think that we should have a long talk about your trials since the Black Pearl, but let's board first. This town gives me the creeps!" Torin laughed flirtingly, and Andrew smiled as everyone headed for the ship.
As they walked, Amera approached Gibbs and asked him, "Ey, you didn't seem so friendly with Jack back there, everything alright?" He looked back at Jack who was lingering, and in a quiet voice said, "Well, I'm still a little upset with him about the whole incident at The Oyster's Pearl those months ago, but we'll be fine soon enough!" And with that, Gibbs went on ahead with Torin and Andrew.
But Amera however, stopped dead in her tracks. "Jack, come over here!" she said with a stern voice. And when Jack heard her, he slowly stopped, turned, and walked back to her near the pub. "What can I do for you Captain?" He said as sweetly as he could. "What happened?" She confronted him. "What are you talking about?" "Oh, I think you know exactly what I'm talking about!" Torin, Gibbs, and Andrew at this time had already boarded, while Amera stood furious at Jack near the docks.
"No, why don't you enlighten me love." He said in his charm. "Something else happened all those months ago. At this very pub! Gibbs mentioned something about it! What happened here Jack! Tell me!" As Amera kept questioning Jack, they didn't notice what was going on behind them on the Avenger.
"Nothing happened! All we did was come here and have a few drinks, there were some problems, but they're being worked out is all! I swear!" He answered. Amera sighed, she knew she could get nothing else out of Jack. So, she smoothed out her black coat she wore, and turned to walk to her ship. But as she did, she almost tripped from the sight she saw. Her ship was leaving, without her! It was already sailing away. She and Jack ran to the end of the dock, and noticed something strange about the voyage. It wasn't just her ship sailing, but there was a ship directly beside it. It was called, The Endurence.
Amera's mouth dropped. With what breath she had left she said, "I saw that ship docked just a few yards down today!" And with Jack's mouth agape as well, he came out saying, "And I was playing a card game here with the men from that ship months ago!"
Then, Amera turned to look at Jack, and took a real good look. That was the first truthful thing he had spoken to her or anyone since he snuck onto her ship weeks ago. Clearly, Jack Sparrow had some explaining to do.