Jill slept the next two days solid, Jack steadfastly by her side. The doctor had done his best on the would on Jill's shoulder but it would be up to her as to how much movement she could regain.
Elizabeth had tried to save Jill's hair but the dried blood was to much and she had to have a barber come cut Jill's hair short.
The whole time, Jack never left Jill's side. Will had given Jack some clothing to change into as Jill's blood was being washed from his own and all of Jack's meals were brought to him. Even the twins were behaving, often coming in to check on the pair.
Three days after the Pearl docked, the door shook as Gibbs came looking for Jack and Jill. Elizabeth escorted him to Jill's room, quietly filling him in on what happened.
Jack had curled up next to Jill in bed and fallen asleep. Elizabeth shook him awake and left the room.
"I'm sorry, Jack. I really am," Gibbs said as Jack slowly rolled out of bed.
"I'm going to marry her, Gibbs," Jack said, his voice quiet with exhaustion. "I hadn't planned on it but I can't live my life without her."
"What about the Pearl?"
Jack looked mournfully back at Jill's still form. "She loves it as much as I do."
"I'll give the crew another few days off then. Tell 'em what happened. I'll be aboard the Pearl if you need me."
Gibbs smiled at Jack before turning and leaving. Jack watched the closed door for a while before slowly crawling back in bed with Jill.
Lying on his side, Jack stroked Jill's hair out of her face as she continued to sleep. He leaned down and pressed his lips against her forehead and held them there, eyes closed. Removing his lips, he rested his own forehead again hers and for the first time in a long time, prayed.
Opening his eyes, Jack was surprised to see icy blue eyes staring back at him.
"Jill?" he asked.
Jill smiled and slowly closed her eyes. "You came for me."
"Of course."
Jill's smile grew.
"I love you, Jill Warrick," Jack whispered.
"I love you too, Jack Sparrow." Jill's eyes opened slowly again and looked at Jack.
"I want to marry you. Before we leave Port Royal. I need you with me."
"Jack Sparrow, a married man?"
Jack smiled slyly. "I can't live without ya, love."
Jill giggled and gently caressed Jack's cheek with her right arm. Jack took her hands in his and squeezed.
"I'm not kidding. As soon as your better I want to marry you."
"You're sure?"
Jack nodded slowly. He was never as sure of anything in his life. As the warm silence stretched on realization hit Jack.
"Your arm. Does it hurt?" Jack asked, letting go of Jill and sitting up.
"It hurts yes, but… I think I'll get over it," Jill said, straining to sit up. Jack leaned forward and helped her.
At that moment the door slowly swung open and Elizabeth entered, carrying a tray of food.
"Jill, you're awake! How are you feeling?" she asked, setting the tray down and sitting on the bed opposite Jack.
"I feel ok, considering."
"Wonderful. Are you hungry? I can bring you something to eat."
"No, I'm fine," Jill said, smiling and turning toward Jack.
Elizabeth watched the couple silently for a minute before she began to smile herself.
"So when's the ceremony?" she asked, giggling.
Jack and Jill only chuckled before filling Elizabeth in on their plans.
The End