A/N: I'm just popping these back out huh? Lol!

Chapter 4:Feelings Unknown

Lia's POV:

It didn't take too long for nighttime to arrive. Will was kind enough to let Jack, Anamaria, Mr. Gibbs, and I sleep in his blacksmith shop. While everyone tossed and turned on the shop's floor, I enjoyed a peaceful night's rest in Will's old bedroom upstairs.

"Lia, wake up." Will's hand was on my shoulder, gently nudging me.

I rolled over, turning my back to him.

"Go away." I mumbled softly. Sleep was a luxury not to go to waste.

He nudged me harder, "Get up!" he whispered.

What was with the early wake up call? I laid there pretending to be asleep.

"Okay fine." I heard his footsteps leaving the room.

'Good now I can sleep'. I smiled as I proceeded to drift back to sleep.

A few seconds later, I heard his footsteps coming back.

I gasped as cold water was thrown on me! Completely outraged, I quickly sat up facing Will.

"What you do that for!" He put his hand over my mouth and put a finger to his lips, telling me to be quiet.

"Everyone is still asleep." He whispered.

I looked out the only window in the room. The sky was all different shades of pink and orange. The sun barely began to rise.

"Why am I up this early?" I asked him rudely.

"Well I figured," Will pulled my sword out from under the bed which was back in its box, "Such a nice sword would go to waste if you don't practice with it."

He opened the box and handed me the sword. I was quite confused as to why I was going to practice with him this early. Why not at noon or sundown?

"Take it from me, Lia. It is never too early to practice." Will explained as if he read my mind. I looked at him incredulously. But what would you expect from a man who practiced three hours a day? I guess there was no arguing that.

I sighed heavily as I resisted the urge to flop back down on the bed and reached for my belt that was sitting on the night table. I put it on and slipped my new sword in the scabbard. Will opened the door as I finished slipping my boots on.

I followed Will as I tiptoed down the stairs. He stopped in front of me as we reached the last step. Anamaria was slumped on the table with her arm stretched out in front of her, sound asleep. Mr. Gibbs was propped up against the wall by the stairs, his head hung to the side. Jack was sprawled in the middle of the floor with his hat under his head as a pillow.

Will started to make his way to the big wooden doors. I quickly followed. I stepped over Mr. Gibbs who lets out a big snort. Will slowly stepped over Jack who was softly snoring. He turned around and offered me his hand

Without hesitation I took it. Will was really quite the gentleman. He helped me keep balance as I stepped over Jack.

I dropped his hand and walked up the platform to the front of the door. I pulled the door open and jerked in surprise as the hinges groaned louder than expected. I quickly stopped what I was doing and looked anxiously to Will who looked to Jack. Jack stirred but then simply turned on his side. I slowly exhaled and headed out of the shop.

Will followed and slowly shut the door behind him.

"So where are we going to practice?" I asked yawning.

"You'll see." Will replied.

He led me down the street towards the docks. Only a faint streak of sunlight shone over the horizon. It was probably around 6am. Instead of walking down to the docks, we walked down to the shoreline.

We walked down the coastline discussing and sharing our experiences with sword practice.

"So are we there yet?" I asked. It felt like we've been walking forever. I glanced back to Port Royal just to see but the town wasn't that far away.

"Almost, we just have to get through there." I looked to where Will was pointing.

Where the sand ended, palm trees covered the area. They seemed to stretch for miles.

I wrinkled my eyebrows, "In there?" By the looks of it, it didn't look like much was in there.

"Yep." Will said like it was obvious.

Will walked into the trees with me following close behind. I watched my step as I entered, trying not to trip on any fallen branches. The bunched up trees didn't make things any more pleasant. Pieces of the tree bark stuck out, piercing me when I got too close. At one point I felt Will's hand slip into mine.

"Stay close. Its easy to get lost in here."

I couldn't help but smile as I enjoyed the feeling of Will's hand holding onto mine.

After a few minutes, we emerged into some kind of field. The area was surrounded by trees leaving a circular shaped clearing that was big enough to fit all the townsfolk of Port Royal.

"I've been coming here since I was a boy." Will explained as I looked around, "No one knows about it and it's the perfect place to practice."

"It's wonderful." I commented as I absorbed the alluring seclusion.

"So ready to test out your sword?" Will drew his sword.

"Just don't go easy on me." I said with a confident smile.

I was actually quite eager to fight. I saw this as an opportunity to really show Will what I could do and I wasn't going to waste a second of it.

I pulled out my sword as I slowly walked towards Will. He held his sword in a fighting position as he moved toward me. I kept my eyes on his hand holding the sword, waiting for him to strike, to see if I could anticipate his move.

For a minute, my brain scanned through all my lessons with Jack, wanting to remember to get the proper advantage. I stopped when I remembered his most important rule:

'Don't think. Just go for it.'

Will swung his sword at me, which I quickly blocked with mine. He then came at me with a series of downward blows, which I blocked successfully.

"You're pretty good with your blocking, Miss Sparrow."

"It's Lia." I corrected as I prepared to strike.

I then swing my sword in an attempt take off Will's head but he ducked and I used the momentum of the sword to bring it back down on top of him. Will caught the blade with his hilt. For a split second, I saw a look of astonishment on his face.

He then broke the hold of the swords, "Just the skills I would expect from the daughter of the infamous Jack Sparrow."

"Believe me. I'm just getting started." I warned.

We practiced through most of the morning. A few times I managed to throw Will's sword out of his hand. He was quite skilled too. I found myself tiring out fast and getting him in defeat was a challenge on its own.

I pulled myself out of another hold. I was bent forward with my hands on my knees trying to catch my breath.

Out of the corner of my eye, I saw Will holding his sword with a smug smile.

He took this to his advantage and charged at me bringing his sword down on me. But I wasn't stupid. I brought my sword up getting his and twisted it out of his grasp. His sword flew off to the side.

I pointed my sword forward at Will, the tip of my sword at his throat.

"You know, if this were a real battle you would be dead." I said proudly. I knew Will knew this but I couldn't help rubbing it in his face.

He looked slightly disappointed by his defeat. I never actually understood the big deal with men and losing. I remembered every time I beat Jack he got the same look but would quickly come off with a bad attitude and demand a rematch.

Then again I wasn't too keen on the idea of losing either.

Will put his hands up as if surrendering. I pulled my sword away and slid it in my scabbard.

"I say your triumph has earned you breakfast at my house." Will said as he retrieved his sword and put it away.

"What?" I said in a bit of shock. That really was something I wasn't expecting.

I then realized what I said…

Will looked confused by my reaction. I didn't mean to sound so taken aback. I stared at him wide eyed quickly thinking of something to say to break the awkward silence.

"Uh I mean…sounds nice." I recovered myself. A wave of relief washed over me when Will smiled.

"Great." He said, "Now shall we?" he gestured me to follow him as he headed back into the trees. I smacked myself on the forehead, recalling what just happened.

"Stupid me." I muttered under my breath.

I followed Will out of the clearing and back to Port Royal.

The town had started to stir since I woke up. People were going around shopping and whatnot just busying themselves with whatever had to be done for them today.

I started to wonder what breakfast with Will would be like. Would his family be nice and simple like him or snotty rich folk? I was hoping I could put on a good impression.

Would they mind knowing if I were a pirate? Then again Will was half pirate according to Jack but they knew Will and not me.

It wasn't long before we reached the house. I stood in front of the gate as Will unlocked and opened it.

"Who do you live with, Will?" I asked trying to make conversation.

"Its just my wife Elizabeth and I." He replied simply, "Not to mention the necessary servants."

"Is she the same Elizabeth from yours and Jack's story?"

"Yes she is."

I wanted to keep the conversation going but a woman rushing towards Will interrupted us, "Will, where were you? I almost started breakfast without you."

She embraced him and he gave her a quick kiss on the lips. I recognized her right away. She was the same woman I saw arguing with Will from the other day.

"And I see you have hired a new servant," she said fixing her eyes upon me, " It's about time really."

Servant! How could she automatically think that? I could hear Will make a snorting sound as he tried to hold back his laughter. I turned and glared at him and he immediately stopped.

"Excuse me missy but I am no servant!" I snapped, my hands on my hips.

Her eyes widen at my manner. Will chuckled timidly, looking a bit embarrassed by my behavior.

Will shook his head softly as he looked at his wife, "No my love, this is a friend of mine."

Elizabeth's eyes widened in quick realization and began to laugh, "Oh, I beg your pardon, miss." A shade of red gradually rose in her cheeks as she spoke, "How silly of me."

I bowed my head, trying to demonstrate that I had some sense of propriety, "It's fine, Miss."

Elizabeth smiled in response, "Now that that is clear, my name is Elizabeth Turner."

"Lia Sparrow but please call me Lia." I said, unable to catch it before it flew out of my mouth. Elizabeth's eyes widened in astonishment at my last name. I had forgotten what an impact I had whenever I introduced myself.

"Sparrow?" she questioned, "As in Jack Sparrow?"

"Captain Jack Sparrow," I corrected, "And yes, he is my father."

She turned to Will, "I didn't know Jack had a daughter."

"It's a long story." He replied, "Lia will be joining us for breakfast, darling."

"Oh, sounds lovely." She and Will started heading to the front door, arms around each other. I couldn't help but feel a small sting of jealousy.

But wait…why would I be feeling jealous?

Will looked over his shoulder at me, "Come along, Lia."

I rushed forward to catch up to them.

Elizabeth led us to the dining room. There was a huge fancy wooden table with about nine chairs placed around it. Elizabeth and Will sit next to each other on the left side. I found a spot on the right side across from them A few servants came out from a brown swinging door which obviously led to the kitchen. They made their way around the table, placing silverware, napkins and cups in front of each of us. Will and Elizabeth place their napkins on their laps. I figured I ought to do the same. I wasn't used to eating with such manners.

Yep, that's what being raised for three years by pirates can do to you.

I could recall one incident in which our cook, Murphy was taken ill and Jack assigned me to the duty for he assumed as a woman that I would have a decent flair working in the galley. Well, to make a long story short, Jack was forced to go down below to help me after I couldn't quite put out the stove's fire nor reach the pan with held a swordfish for supper. We managed to put out the fire but got left with a piece of charcoal instead of fish and a desperate need for a bath due to the ash which ended up all over the both of us. In conclusion, that was my last time working in the galley.

A few more servants came in pouring tea for everyone and placing plates full of food in front of us; bacon, eggs and tea to be exact. The smell made my mouth water.

I immediately grabbed a fork and began eating. I didn't care if I was being rude. I was pretty damn hungry.

"So, where are you from, Lia?" Elizabeth asked as she poured milk into her tea. Will was concentrating on the eggs.

I took a sip from my tea, "England but I left with Jack when I was fifteen. The Pearl has been my home ever since."

I decided to leave it at that.

"What about you mother? Does she travel with you too?" Elizabeth asked. The mention of my mother caused an uncomfortable feeling to loom over me. I shifted nervously in my chair, trying to think of what to say.

"Well...uhh..." I started hesitantly.

'How am I going to get out of this?'

Thankfully Will noticed my discomfort and quickly changed the subject, "Oh Lia is also quite the swordsman. I was beaten pretty quickly by her this morning."

I blushed slightly. I've always heard I was good but not from a total stranger. I smiled at his compliment.

Elizabeth simply nodded, "How long have you been sword fighting?"

"Since I was a child but that was mostly playing," I said as I chewed on my eggs, "Jack was the one who really taught me how to use a sword."

"Did you like the new sword?"

My hand slid down to my belt. Fingering the hilt, which stuck out of the scabbard. I guessed Will told her about it when he got Jack's letter.

"Yes, very much." I said looking over at Will who returned my gaze with a smile.

"Just out of curiosity, what happened to your old one?"

I gave Will an accusing look, "I guess you could say it became unreliable when I really needed it."

Will and I shared a laugh at the memory. Elizabeth's confused eyes glanced back and forth between us both.

The three of us sat in silence. I was actually relieved since I was getting tired of answering Elizabeth's questions.

"So Will, do you have to work today?" Elizabeth asked her husband.

"Yes I do." Will said ruefully, "Its quite appalling how many orders I've got in today."

"Oh not again with that, Will." She griped gallingly.

Will rolled his eyes as he chewed on a piece of bacon.

Elizabeth seemed real nice but my mind kept going back to that fight I witnessed just yesterday. It was pretty obvious already that she was a spoiled little rich girl who was desperately trying to tame her husband and make him hers. I already decided that I didn't like her.

"Oh Lia, would you like to help me out?" Will asked.

I almost choked on my eggs. 'Could this day get any better?'

"Really?"

"Oh you can't be serious Will." Elizabeth said touching his arm, laughing silently, "She is only a pirate. I don't think they know much about blacksmithing."

Only a pirate? My grip tightened on my fork. How could she judge me so quickly when she only knew me for about ten minutes? I had the urge to just run up and slap her but I knew Will wouldn't approve of that.

I held back my anger, "Yes, I'd love to help."

"I'm glad." Will smiled a smile that made my heart flutter.

"Oh it's no problem." I said sweetly.

Elizabeth gave me a look that seemed to ask what I was playing at but before anymore could be said, Will spoke up.

"Well Lia, we better go now if we are to finish the orders as soon as possible."

I stood up as Will gave Elizabeth a kiss on the cheek. He headed out the door but I turned back to Elizabeth, "It was nice meeting you." I waved and ran after Will.

He was already waiting by the gate as I came running shortly after. Will was relaxed with his back against the iron bars, his arms crossed over his chest, "You ready?"

"I sure am." I said with a nod. Will patted my shoulder and beckoned me to follow him down the road. Of course I followed. As I walked, I looked over to the house and saw a figure quickly step back from the dining room windowI knew right away it was Elizabeth. I honestly had no idea what her concern was.

It didn't take long for us to reach the blacksmith shop. Will opened the door letting me go in first.

"And where 'ave you two been this mornin?" Jack was sitting at the table chatting with Mr. Gibbs and Anamaria.

"Fencing and breakfast with the Turners." I answered. I didn't feel the need to add detail.

"Ah so ye met Will's bonnie lass?" Jack said with a bounce.

"Yes, I met her." I bent over pretending to gag silently when Will was not looking. Jack laughed at my gesture then faced Mr. Gibbs and Anamaria, continuing their chat.

"Well I'm looking at a long day." Will commented flipping through some papers on his desk.

He lit the fire in the forge, "Can you pull on the bellow cord while I set up over here?"

I did as I was told. Will took off his vest and rolled his sleeves up. Then he took a piece of metal out from a pile on the floor, "Pull it a bit more." He ordered me.

It took a few tugs before the fire got nice and hot. A few beads of sweat trickled down my face from standing so close. Will put the metal into the fire. I watched as it started to turn a reddish orange color. He pulled it out, set in on the anvil and began to pound it with a hammer.

"So tell me Will," I asked, "What is Elizabeth's story?"

He stopped for a moment, "Pardon me?"

I decided to rephrase the question, "I mean seeing where she lives I kind of got the feeling that she is someone important to this town."

"Well her father is the governor actually. A very respected man." He explained, "He is away on business as of now and won't be back for a few weeks. You know how it is."

I nodded.

Jack's POV:

I couldn't help but peek over at Lia every once in a while. I have never seen her let loose so quickly with a stranger.

"Oh Jack, Ye got nothin' to worry about." Mr. Gibbs reassured.

"You can't be so sure, Gibbs." I said "I've never seen her like this with anyone before."

Gibbs and Anamaria followed my gaze at Will and Lia. She was saying something using a lot of gestures. Possibly a joke she heard from me. Will laughed and she put her hand on his shoulder, laughing along with him.

"See? She can't take her eyes off him." I pointed out with annoyance.

"Give it a rest Jack. She is eighteen. It was bound to happen sooner or later." Anamaria said firmly.

"I wouldn't be having a problem with it except for the fact that Will is married. Seems like uncharted territory if you ask me." I was starting to get irritated.

I looked back over to Will. He was bringing his hammer down on Lia's head pretending he was going to hit her. She grabbed his arm and pushed it away laughing.

Even if they somehow ended up together, he was still just a simple blacksmith. Knowing him from before, I knew he would not take a chance at piracy for a girl. Or what if Lia gave up piracy to live here with him? No, not a thought to venture upon.

'I will have a talk with her later.'

A/N: Ok and there you go! I'm strangely proud of this chapter simply because I studied things to get it just right. I researched the blacksmith, fencing techniques and Port Royal itself. I had no clue it was a real place! Well I hope you enjoy this chapter and the 5th one should be coming along soon.