Chapter Four

Sunset soon came, as the skies fell into a shade of red and orange. Capt. Sparrow was bossing at the crew, alerting each one to do each duty. "Aye, Cap'n!" came out the replies, as they scuttled off. Sophie leaned over the side of the ship, watching the anchor pull up. Andrea was inside the cabin, talking with you-know-who again. Lucky Elizabeth wasn't here, she'd pull Andrea's long ebony hair strand by strand, and push her off the plank for sure. Either that, or most probably do Barbosa's trick and dump her at that little island like he did to Sparrow.

Sophie saw Andrea emerge out of the cabin, she had just finished polishing her Magic Maiden Medallion - the Sun Maiden Almara. Sophie saw it glimmer and the surface was much more glossy than before.

"Hey ho! We're off to Tortuga!" called out Sparrow, in his drunken stance. Andrea and Sophie turned their heels, giving doubtful stares.

"Why Tortuga?" Sophie asked. "Because bonny lass, 'me mate is waitin' for us!" Sparrow chimed back. Twirling the boat wheel, humming. "Your mate? Who?" Andrea asked.

"My brother, Alexander." Anamaria called out, holding onto her hat before it flew away from the sudden wind. "Aye! A'maria knows too, the boy knows more of the legend of the Magical Maidens story than 'me n' me crew. We'll stop 'n' pick 'im up." Sparrow clicked his tongue. "If he's up for it." he added.
Meanwhile, in Tortuga...

Clang. There goes the beer bottles, smashed onto a pirates head. Bang. A pirate hit in the face. Clank. The waitress came by with the drink. The young man sat in the corner, watching the brawl in front of him, all the pirates were fighting, half angry and half drunk. He watched as the waitress fiddled with the drinks and how they reacted to the grubby men that pinched their backsides.

He turned a page in his newest book, he'd stolen it that morning. It told of dragons, mermaids and humans. He enjoyed reading, but in Tortuga, you never have a silent time to read.

Bang and Pow. Someone just fell flat onto his table, while another came past, punching a pirate in the guts. The young man closed his book, and left the loud pub, after all, he needed to get ready for what was to come.
"Let me get this right. We'll sail off to Tortuga, pick up Alexander, who reckons he knows some 'Magical Maidens' and their island full of treasures?" Andrea said. "Exactly what you said." Anamaria retorted. "He is himself a pirate, older than I am, been around the seas for years. Which, he learnt of many rumours and legends." Anamaria added. "We'll arrive in about an hour and a half. Sit back and relax." she murmured, turning her back to face the ocean.

Sophie pulled Andrea aside, "I hope that they're not up to something bad." She whispered. Andrea nodded, "Nah, I dun think so." and they went into the cabin, to join Will....

"Ohmigod!!!" exclaimed Sophie, instantly turning around. There, on the table, was Will and Elizabeth, kissing. Andrea simply stared, mouth open. Will leapt off Elizabeth, cleared his throat and fixed up his shirt. Elizabeth tried to un-ruffle her dress and hair. "Sophie, Andrea. Good to.. see your okay." she stammered, a light shade on her cheeks. William was focusing his eyes onto the cabin windows.

"Yeah. I see you're quite 'okay' yourself." Andrea muttered, the hint of jealousy tinged her words. "Didn't you say that you were to stay until late at South Royale?" Andrea asked, she sat down to hide her closed fists. She was definately annoyed. Elizabeth nodded, she sat opposite, next to Will.

"Yes, but I had come earlier home. Isabelle has told me you had packed bags and was going to the ship. I just knew she referred to the Black Pearl." Elizabeth replied. "I thought i'd come along as well." she added. By that time, andrea was fuming away, her Will-and-Andrea time was over.
"Alexander!" Anamaria called out. There, waiting upon the docks was Alexander, his black hair cut short and his right ear pierced with two earrings. "Why, be it my sister... Anamaria!" he grinned.

After docking, Sparrow, Anamaria and the girls sat together to talk about the events. Anamaria explained that Andrea has the Almara medallion, and wishes to find the Selenta medallion and it's true owner, along with the island. Alexander nodded, listening tentavely to his older sister. After her explaination and had a look at the medallion. He clapped his hands together.

"Count me in with the journey. Ye need a guidesperson, i'm the pirate for the job!" He winked, towards the girls. Sophie began to fiddle with her braids from nerves.
He leaned closer, waving for the others to do the same. Then in a soft murmur ..

"If you didn't know - there is the clans of Almara and Selenta upon Tyrell island. No one knows where abouts in Tyrell it is, but I do. Their are two leaders, said to be daughters of ancentors who looked after parts of their huge crew back in the Magical Maiden days... If we go, we may find out more information." Alexander finished, sitting up.

"But for now, come to the Singing Barrel. Not the fanciest place to eat, but it'll do." he added. Everyone stood up, the crew stayed on board as Will, Elizabeth, Sparrow, Anamaria and the girls left.
Singing Barrel looked filthy, as the table was washed down, with a murky towel by the waitress with a bad attitude. "Yer, Whadda ye want?" She snapped soon after. Her face was as white as a clown's face, with red make-up on her eyes. She wore her working clothes, that showed her rough legs and her cleavage.

Sparrow whistled for her attention, "Rums for all, love. Order grub in a minute." he charmed. The waitress nodded, toddling off. Andrea and Alexander were talking about the legend still. Of how she had found the medallion - which she lied.
"And, is your friend the soon-to-be Moon Maiden Selenta?" Alexander asked, looking at Sophie.

"M-Me? I.. don't know.." Sophie replied shyly. Alexander nodded. "Well, It looks like you two are wearing the right clothing. Can you do magic?" he asked. That startled them. Sophie glanced anxiously at Andrea, in hope she'd have some lie brewing. "Urr.. no, we haven't tapped into the magic yet." Andrea replied. "What magic do they normally have, Alexander?" Sophie asked.

"The Magic Maidens have talents like, to heal, summon elements and to teleport. Stuff like that. You girls can call me Alex." he replied. Their meals soon came, which looked revolting. Sophie and Andrea made up an excuse not to eat beforehand, planning on snatching some stuff at the ship.

"Aye, pirate's food! How's yours savvy?" Sparrow asked Alex. Alex nodded in approval. "Ah, it's a pirate's life for me." Alex laughed.
Nightfall came, as the crew began to hit their cots down below. Gibbs wished the maidens a good night, before retiring to bed. Anamaria was still talking with Sparrow and Alex, while Elizabeth had gone to bed. Will was now fixing his sword, listening to the others' conversation.

"We're off for the night. See you later." Andrea stated. The two girls bowed slightly, their bells tinkling.

"Night!"

"Night lass!"

"Goodnight!"

Sophie shut the cabin doors. She sighed, flung herself onto her bed and watched Andrea do the same. "Do you miss home yet?" Sophie asked. It had been days since they entered the realm. "No, not really." Andrea replied. "Well.. just abit, I guess." she admitted after. Sophie turned off the oil lamp. "Same." she replied.

"Good night, Andie."
"Night."
To Be Continued...
- CM.