Elizabeth and Will stopped in front of the boat and exchanged sad glances. The rest of the navy was already on board, including Norrington, who was looking rather annoyed at the fact that an entire fleet had to wait for one man. He had seen them do this time and time again. The long goodbye, Elizabeth trying to hold back her tears, and Will comforting her until time passed and it seemed that Jack Sparrow could have crossed five oceans. He was of course jealous of the happy couple. He HAD wanted Elizabeth as his own for many years. She WOULD have been his bride if Will had not suddenly decided to whisk her off on some... GRAND adventure. Yes, Norrington still loved Elizabeth. But he had grown comfortable with the fact that she was in love with Will. He wasn't quite sure that he could handle her as his wife anyway. At sea she was feisty and fun.. but on land she seemed a TAD emotional.
Norrington was just about the break them up when someone quickly brushed past him, making him lose his balance and have to grab on to the side of the ship. The man ran towards Will and Elizabeth and proceeded to give Will a huge hug, causing Elizabeth to step back in amazement.
Will managed to get free from the young man's grips, and looked at him angrily, "What do you think you are DOING"
The man was barely a man, more of a child. He had light blonde hair and his uniform looked to be too big on him. "Oh Will Turner! THE Will Turner! The famous mate of Captain Jack Sparrow! I'm sorry for the intrusion, but I just always wanted to do that!" He got a broad grin across his face as he continued to stare at his hero.
Elizabeth by this time had managed a smile. She crossed her arms and looked at the boy. "Your name.. sir"
He looked a bit rattled and took of his hat. He grabbed Elizabeth's hand and gently kissed it. He acted as if this were routine, but Liz could tell that this was his first time ever to greet a lady. He was shaking. He looked over at Will and brought his voice down to a whisper, "Was I allowed to do that"
Will laughed and put his arm around Elizabeth, "Yes, you were allowed to do that. Just.. don't make a habit of it"
The boy looked relieved. "Oh, and my name is Daniel. Daniel Johnson. I've just begun in the Navy.. this will be my first time. I suppose I'm not quite sure of all the rules yet.. maybe you could teach me? I mean.. I know how to fight.. I just.. don't know how to.. you know.. act"
Elizabeth and Will looked at each other. This was quite a funny situation and both were relieved that if for just a moment, their attention was taken off of their goodbye. Will got a serious look on his face. "Rule number one, Daniel, is that there is no hugging in the Navy"
The smile was wiped off of Daniel's face. He stood up very strait and saluted Will, "Yes, SIR!" He turned and ran back to the ship as Norrington approached the couple. Elizabeth came closer to Will and wrapped her arms around him. Though Norrington had given her permission to marry Will, she was still uncertain around him.
"So Mr. Turner. Whose side are we on today? The navy or the pirates?" He gave Elizabeth a nod to acknowledge her presence, but looked at Will for an answer.
"I suppose it all depends on who wins." Will smiled.
Norrington stuck his nose in the air. "It is time to go. We can't let your friend get away." He got on the ship and looked down at Will and Elizabeth. "ANY TIME NOW MR. TURNER"
Will and Elizabeth turned to face each other. They shared a short kiss and a romantic hug. "Not land nor sea," Will whispered in her ear. Elizabeth began to cry as they pulled away from one another. Slowly Will let go of her hand and climbed aboard the massive ship. A command was given to lift the anchor, and within a few seconds the boat began to drift away.
"I love you William Turner," Elizabeth whispered to herself.
"Oh he know you love him. I mean, the two of you don't EVEN have to say it anymore!" Elizabeth turned around to face a tall woman with black hair. She had blue eyes, the color of the ocean before anything could ruin it, and was dressed in simple clothing. Elizabeth looked stunned for a moment, but then a smile formed across her bony cheeks. "Victoria! Oh my it has been too long!" She gave the woman a hug and looked at her in amazement. "Why are you here"
"I MRS. Turner, am your new hand maiden. I am here to follow your every command." She went into a deep bow that was interrupted with laughter.
Elizabeth was laughing too. "Victoria this is wonderful! I can't believe you're actually here"
Victoria was Elizabeth's best friend as a child. But the friendship was not supported by their parents. Elizabeth was far too rich to be associated with a common girl, and Victoria was far too smart to play with a stuck up little girl like Elizabeth. Soon the girls only saw each other when they passed in the marketplace. When Will Turner came to town things changed completely. Elizabeth became fascinated with him and his secret past, and found less and less time to spend doing other things. When they grew into teenagers, Victoria and her mother left Port Royale in search of jobs.
"Mum died a few years back. I worked hard to get back here, and when I heard that you were in need of a new hand maiden, I jumped at the chance. I've missed you Elizabeth!" She pulled Liz into another hug. The girls pulled away and Liz began to cry again.
"What's the matter with you"
"Oh I don't know," Elizabeth blubbered, "I just can't seem to stop crying lately"
Victoria put her arm around her friend and began walking her back up to the house, "Well you can tell me about it over a cup of tea. I want to hear ALL about that Will Turner of yours!"
Sorry this is SO short.. and probably not very good again.. but I'm telling you.. it will get better after a few chapters! Thanks for the reviews!