Elizabeth went back to her house, pretending that she had never left. She climbed back into her window and packed a small bag with a few things and stuffed it under her sheets. Will and her had decided that he would come after dark to leave Port Royale.

()Downtstairs()

"So you did what I asked?"

"Yes, Governor, I assure you that Mr. Turner will no longer persue your daughter." Norrington boasted.

The older man patted the Commodore on the back "James, its no wonder you were promoted."

Norrington smiled at the compliment then looked longingly towards the stairs. "May I call on Miss Swann while I am here?"

"I think that it would be best if you came back tomarrow. She needs to be left with her thoughts for now."

The Commodore stepped out the door and turned toward the governor once more. "Right, yes sir. Its probably best. I'll see you tomarrow."

The Governor made his way up the stairs toward his bedroom. He hesitated at Elizabeth's door, about to enter. But then decided not to bother her for it was late and she already was irritated with him.

Elizabeth froze. She heard footsteps outside her bedroom door. She was halfway out the window already with Will waiting below. But worried because she was so high up and now that she had paused the anticipation was killing him.

"Elizabeth! Elizabeth! What's wrong? We must hurry!" he called up to her in a loud whisper.

The footsteps paused then picked back up and the noise faded. Liz let out a huge sigh and then continued her way down the wall.

Will leaned forward and put his hands on her waist, sliding her down slowly- their faces inches apart. Their smiles were obvious, as they looked deeply into each others eyes. He quickly envolped her in a hug, then she placed her lips upon his. After they pulled apart Liz's smile returned.

" I thought we were in a hurry."

Will's eyes immediately shot wide. "Oooh yeah, we've got to get out of here!"

They rode to the docks which were now deserted at night. Will helped Elizabeth down from the tall horse and took her hand protectively. In her other hand she held her and Will's bags.

"What do we do now?" she asked nervously.

The dock was very dark and a few homeless and drunks were leaning up against the buildings or staggering around.

He pointed toward a sail boat near where they were standing. "We're going to take that boat."

"But where do we go?"
"Tortuga." He simply stated

"Tortuga?!" she said loudly in shock

Will tried to quiet her. "Shh! Yes, Tortuga, its dangerous but I know Jack will be there."

They both knelt down and began to untie the small white boat from the dock. It wasn't in the best shape but neither cared. It would get them from island to island and away from Norrington and to safety.

The boat had a small cargo hold and a little cabin with one bed in the corner with two porthole windows. Will showed her how to do the rigging and help them set sail into the dark night. Once they were on the move and set in the right direction, Will sat outside and leaned against the mast.

Elizabeth came out of the cabin and walked up behind him and placed her hands on his strong arms as she laid her head on his shoulder.

" Why don't you get some sleep?" she asked, muffled against his shirt.

He gave a little yawn which he tried to hide. "No I cant. We will be there in a few hours anyway."

"Alright, well come in if you get too tired." She kissed his check and turned heading back down the steps to the cabin.

"Elizabeth"

she stopped and faced him.

" I want to give you something." He took her hand and kissed it. Then reached in his pocket and pulled out his mothers old ring. Though this time she saw it, it looked new. He had polished and smoothed the edges. Will looked in her eyes and grinned ear to ear when he placed it on her slender finger.

"Oh Will…" she hugged him and felt as if she never wanted to let go. She knew how much his mother meant to him and what this ring signified to him. This meant the world to her.

"I love you Elizabeth. There is nothing I wouldn't do for you." He whispered in her ear

she smiled on his shoulder and managed to speak through the welling tears."Hmm, I love you so much."

They were about to kiss but Elizabeth yawned.

"Sorry" she said, barely audible

he laughed at her and moved her back to the mast

"No, its fine, you need your sleep anyway."

"Here" Elizabeth grabbed his arm and pulled him down to the deck floor with her.

"I'll stay out here with you"

Will sat down and leaned against the mast. He spread his legs, letting Liz sit between them and leaned against his chest. He wrapped his arms around her and rested his head atop hers.

"Good night Will." She said as she closed her eyes.

"Good night love." He stated as he kissed the top of her head, but secretly he wondered if everything really would be alright.

thank you soooo much for reviewing everyone! that means a lot to me. keep it up and make suggestions if you like.this is my first story ever so im glad its going over well.any reviews about my writing or anything like that is welcome! Thanks To : Williz- i know what you mean! thats why i wrote this story because i could hardly find any will/liz stories at all. so thank you very much. Also To, Smithy,SilverhHawk27, and Mudguppy. You guys are the best.