Alright, here's the next chapter! I know, I love this story just as much as you all do! Lol. Thanks tk421beth for the amazing review! Seriously, I was like, SCORE! Lol, and I think that quote is definitely kick ass! Keep reviewing! And many thanks to Tubius for the smashing quote! Alrighty, here we go…onto what Jack can cook! ;)

Isabelle looked at Jack and smiled devilishly. Well, if she could do this, then the great Captain Jack Sparrow could, so she would start him out with advanced cooking.

"I think we should make a fancy salmon dish," Isabelle laughed.

"Salmon it is," Jack said and smiled his golden smile.

"With potatoes and a giant salad!" Jack response to that was laughter, but he pulled the ingredients out anyway. Isabelle still thought of something else to go with it. "Ana some nice warm fluffy biscuits," Isabelle shouted happily as Jack nodded his head, smiling broadly at her. "Can the infamous Jack Sparrow make fluffy, warm biscuits?" she asked, teasing him.

"Course I can love! I'm Captain Jack Sparrow, savvy?" he said, making his way over to her with little steps. Once he reached her he kissed her and picked her up under her arms to carry her to the counter where he could see her. He grabbed a whole bag of potatoes and sat them next to Isabelle. "Start peelin', love," he said and smiled when she rolled her eyes. As she peeled potatoes, he started to wash off the salad leaves and start the salmon. Isabelle watched him expertly marinate the salmon and drizzle numerous spices over the fish. She shook her head in disbelief.

Once she was done with the potatoes, she hopped off the counter and Jack slid her some fresh salmon to marinate. She and jack worked in a flurry of activity. He would story every so often and catch Isabelle by surprise when he kissed her. Isabelle would try to surprise him, but nothing could catch him off guard. After the fish, she decided she would mash half of the potatoes and fry the other half. Jack for one thought it was a marvelous idea and rewarded her with a deep kiss.

Isabelle started to mash the potatoes and Jack stopped what he was doing to watch. She smiled broadly as the potatoes squished beneath the fork. Isabelle grabbed some butter and then some salt and pepper and before long, she had them simmering on the stove. She added the fresh milk and turned to face Jack. "I fer one, could never make mashed potatoes. It always turned out like milk," he said and laughed. Isabelle laughed at him and they both went back to making the unbelievable dinner. She started chopping the tomatoes while Jack dumped some olives on top of the salad, adding vinegar and olive oil. Isabelle watched as he eyed the amount of spices and things he put into the giant salad. She dumped her tomatoes in and threw in come cheese. "I didn't even know we had all this stuff," Jack mumbled to himself and Isabelle laughed.

"Well, if it's any consolation, I could never make a salad dressing," she teased and caught Jack's lips as he turned to look at her, finally catching him by surprise.

Gibbs, Ana, Litler, and a few other crew members watched the many scenes Jack and Isabelle made from a crack in the door. It was actually rather entertaining. Every so often Jack would kiss Isabelle and then every other time Isabelle would kiss Jack. They would place bets on who would be next and who would succeed in the element of surprise category. Jack and Isabelle would make jokes and laugh about each other, or just anything in particular. The funniest moments were the moments when Jack and Isabelle would look at each other and burst out laughing for no apparent reason. When they did that, it was hard for the crew members to not blow their covers.

Jack took the salmon and piled it onto plate after plate. Isabelle had to admit, it did look delicious. "Amazing. A pirate that can cook!" she said and circled Jack, looking him up and down, "What's the secret," she asked, stopping right in front of him. Jack lifted her up and held her to him.

"The love of a good woman," he said and she smiled, kissing him in the middle of the galley. "Delicious," Jack said and smiled when Isabelle winked.

"I think it's time to get the crew's opinion on it," Isabelle said, leading Jack over to the dinner bell. "Ready?" she asked. Jack nodded and smiled as she started to ring the bell. They could hear the crew gather into the dining hall and Jack smiled down at her. She bit her bottom lip and Jack grabbed three plates, piled with food, and followed him in carrying her own three plates. There was a loud cheer from the crew as the food was brought in.

Jack and Isabelle went back into the kitchen and grabbed the remainder of the plates and set them on the large table.

"Yeah, yeah ye dogs! Don't get used te it!" Jack yelled over the cheering. Isabelle laughed and elbowed him gently.

"Dig in!" she shouted and the crew shoved fork fulls of food into their mouths.

Jack grabbed two plates and led Isabelle by the hand out of the dining hall and onto the deck. It had taken them a good two hours to complete their best meal and it was now dark. Jack and Isabelle plopped down on the deck and leaned against the mast. Jack watched as Isabelle took her first bite of food. She smiled and swallowed looking at Jack. "This is amazing, Jack. What is wrong with you?" she asked and laughed when Jack chuckled. She kissed him and they both finished off their plates.

After they had both eaten, Isabelle rested her head back against the mast. She pulled Jack's head down in her lap and he laid there, looking up at her eyes. She gently stroked his hair while he laid there. She knew Jack was fighting to keep his eyes open, but the lull of her voice, the sway of the sea, and the gentle feel of her hand rubbing his forehead was enough to put him to sleep in seconds. He couldn't help it. He fell asleep curled up next to the woman he loved, his head in her lap.

She looked down at Jack. Her Jack, her pirate. She smiled. So this is what it feels like to be in love, eh Liz? She thought to herself. She smiled and realized this is just how she wanted to feel. Just like this for the rest of her life. She knew Jack was a pirate, but then again, after living on a pirate ship for half a year and hence falling in love with one, she decided she was a pirate too, She thought back to almost six months ago when Catherine was saying goodbye to her. She remembered Catherine telling her she didn't care if she became a pirate, just as long as he life was full of happiness. Well, her life was full of happiness. In fact, she had never felt happier.

She traced the outline of Jack's jaw with a single finger and made her way up his cheekbone and down to his lips. His skin was beautifully tanned. She couldn't help but think for a pirate, his features were simply arresting. He had long, black eyelashes and high prominent cheekbones, something you don't really see in a man. Isabelle decided she wouldn't have it any other way. She stayed awake for a little while longer, no one disturbed them out on deck and there were no loud noises from the galley anymore, now that the pirates had all gone to sleep. She watched the stars and the moon and listened to the gentle lapping of the waves against the bottom of the ship. She smiled to herself, wondering what her friends were up to back in Port Royal.

Isabelle decided she had done enough thinking for one night and had enough smiling. Her cheeks hurt, but she loved every second of it. Even when Jack wasn't awake he still made her smile. He had wrapped his arms around her waist and his face was nuzzled into her toned stomach. She gently lowered herself to the ground next to Jack and smiled, thinking she wanted him to comfort her now. She laid her head on his chest and Jack instinctively wrapped his arms around her tiny figure, pulling her closer. Isabelle smiled one last time before the rock of the ship put her to sleep.

She woke up the next morning, still nestled into Jack's side. She breathed deeply, her nose filling with his so familiar scent. She rested her shin on his chest and looked at his still closed eyes, then she looked around. The rest of the crew was working in silence, stealing little glances at her and Jack every now and then and smiling. Once they saw she was awake, they burst into life again, starling Jack from his deep sleep. "…The hell…" he started and felt a familiar warmth on his side and two beautiful Spanish eyes looking back at him. She leaned in so he could kiss her good morning and rested her head on his chest again. "I don't remember falling asleep like this, love," he said and looked around.

"We moved a little during the night." Jack laughed and climbed slowly to his feet, leaning forward to focus his still sleepy eyes. He shook his head and pulled Isabelle to her feel as well. He looked her up and down.

"Once we get to Port Royal, we'll get you some clothes and effects," Jack said and Isabelle laughed, wrapping her arms around his neck. "Then ye'll look like the pirate ye are, love," he said and she laughed into his shoulder. He pulled away. "That doesn't bother ye, love?" he asked searching her eyes. She kissed him deeply.

"Jack I'd be a beggar if it meant being with you," she said and Jack smiled, kidding her one more time before they parted. He slapped her butt playfully as she walked away to start her morning chores. She looked over her shoulder at him and winked, making her way down to the galley for breakfast. Jack turned on his heel and walked up to the helm, taking the wheel from Gibbs.

"Fine mornin' ain't it, mate?" Jack asked. Gibbs chuckled and looked to the sky. Jack was right, not a cloud in it. How he did that without even looking up was a mystery.

"That it is, Jack," Gibbs said and smiled. "Well if ye don't mind, I got some chores to be gettin' done. I'll see ye at lunch, Cap'n," Gibbs said and slapped Jack on the back. "One more thing," he asked. Jack nodded his approval and Gibbs continued. "When are we dockin' in Port Royal?"

"Oh, I'd give it two days at the most, Mr. Gibbs," Jack said and gave Gibbs a quick smile, then turned his attention back to the horizon. Gibbs muttered something about Jack and his crazy ways. Jack just smiled at nothing in particular and set the course, straight on to Jamaica.

Two days later, on the dot, the Black Pearl pulled into dock in Port Royal. Gibbs looked at Jack's smug face and laughed. "Who was right?" Jack said, leaning forward and cupping his ear.

"Ye were Jack," Gibbs said and patted Jack on the back. Jack nodded and made his way over to Isabelle.

"Is it safe to dock in port?" she asked.

"I know Jimmy. We got a privateer after that little run in with yer father," Jack said carefully as to not upset her. He waited for tears or a foul mood, but nothing came. She stood nonchalant and smiled up at him, knowing what he was expecting.

"He was dead to me before and he is dead now," she said cupping Jack's face. "It's alright," she said and kissed him before he led her off the ship, his hand in hers. Elizabeth and Will were already waiting for them. Elizabeth rushed into Jack's arms and Will hugged Isabelle warmly, picking her up and spinning her around.

"Oh, how we've missed you both!" Elizabeth cried, switching from Jack to Isabelle. She squeezed Isabelle so tightly, Jack thought her whole body would turn blue. Isabelle smiled through it and hugged Elizabeth back. "There's someone here to see you, Elle," Elizabeth said excitedly. Catherine stepped forward and Isabelle felt the tears swell in her eyes at the sight of her old friend.

"Oh my god, it's been so long," Catherine whispered, looking from her to Jack and smiling. "Come here, Isabelle!" Catherine shouted happily and Isabelle raced into her arms. Catherine almost lost her balance but they both kept themselves steady. Catherine kissed both of Isabelle's cheeks and held her at arms length. "You look gorgeous! You are positively glowing, sweetie!" she said and hugged Isabelle again. "So who is he?" she asked. Isabelle reached out her hand behind her, knowing that Jack would be there to take it and he did. She pulled him close to her and he wrapped his arms around her waist from the back.

"This is Captain Jack Sparrow. Captain of the Black Pearl," she said and smiled at Jack. Jack outstretched his hand and Catherine took it without any hesitation.

"I know I told you I didn't care if you became a pirate, but I didn't think it would be your first choice! But oh, look at the wonders he has worked!" she yelled and smiled.

"Jack this is Katie. My old maid and friend," Isabelle whispered to Jack as Catherine raved on and on about how absolutely remarkable Isabelle looked. James appeared from out of nowhere and Jack let Isabelle go early, knowing she would just break free anyway. Jack knew her all too well. Once Isabelle spotted James, she squealed and dashed into his outstretched arms. Jack looked on with a twinkle in his eye and a genuine smile on his face. "Oh, James, James, James!" Isabelle yelled, hugging him tighter. "How I've missed you!" she said and kissed his cheek. Isabelle finally did release him and went straight back to Jack, wanting to feel his arms around her now. James walked over to Catherine and put an arm around her waist. Isabelle smiled, delighted, and winked. Catherine blushed and James giggled.

"Well, come on then!" Let's finish these conversations back at the house!" Elizabeth said and led everyone back to their enormous home on top of a hill. They all made it there and sat down in their parlor. Elizabeth came in carrying tea and sandwiches. "Why did you come back so soon, Jack?"

"Yes, especially after my little gift," James said and smiled when Jack nodded.

"Thanks fer that by the way, Jimmy!" Jack said and smiled. James nodded and gestured fro Jack to continue on. "We came back because we wanted the whelp, his bonnie lass, and the old Commodore to come help us find it," Jack said and smiled when Elizabeth's face lit up at the hint of adventure.

"Of course we will, you know that Jack," Will said and Elizabeth laughed. Catherine smiled at James.

"You should go, darling. When will the infamous Jack Sparrow ask you to go on another treasure hunt again?" Catherine cooed.

"Probably in another few months," Elizabeth said and smiled at Will. Catherine urged him to go and James reluctantly accepted. When Jack asked Catherine to come, she said she wouldn't think of it. He needed people who were experience fighters and could protect themselves. Catherine smiled at Isabelle, knowing well what she was capable of. Isabelle looked back at her and winked again.

"Wonderful!" Isabelle exclaimed. "I think this calls for rum!" she said and Jack laughed and he kissed her on the lips.

"Ye read my mind," he said and she and Elizabeth got up to go get the bottles of rum. They walked into the kitchen and Elizabeth jumped up and down all over the place. It looked like it was difficult, seeing as she was in the heavy dress and wearing a corset. Isabelle joined her in jumping and Elizabeth laughed when they both stopped.

"Oh, I can't believe we're doing this," she said and pulled out the rum bottles. Isabelle laughed.

"Tomorrow, Jack takes us to get 'pirate clothes', I think he said," Isabelle said and laughed at herself, shrugging. Elizabeth looked at her and smiled.

"Does that sound like fun or what?"

The next morning, Jack roused everyone out of bed. Elizabeth and Will were the first up, preparing breakfast, and Jack carried a very tired looking Isabelle down the stairs and sat down with her still in his arms. She buried her head in his shoulder and tried to go back to sleep. Will and Elizabeth looked at him funny. "Oh, she is not a morning person," Jack said pointing to Isabelle with his free hand. He rubbed her back with the other one. She still was reluctant to let go and finally wake up. "Honey, come on. Look, mmm breakfast!" Jack played. Isabelle moaned into his shoulder and pulled her head up to look at Jack. He was beaming and Isabelle kissed the smug look right off his face. "I'll get you for waking me up so early," she said and he kissed her. "Don't try to put me in a better mood. It won't work." Jack kissed her again. "Jack Sparrow." He leaned down and kissed her again. "It's not wor…" He cut her off with his lips and this time Isabelle responded. Jack pulled away and looked at her. "Fine. So what if it worked," she said and started to eat her breakfast.

---------------------------Alright, that was that. Review! PLEASE! Don't make me beg, Jack doesn't like it when I beg. Lol ;) Here are two wonderful quotes-

You do not have the authority, nor my permission to make me feel inferior… Thanks to tk421beth

Here's one I actually laughed at because I could see Jack in my mind saying it to me. - - -

Nobody's perfect. I am a nobody, therefore I am perfect. Thanks to Tubius for the amazing imagery lol seriously I laughed my ass off!

-Desperado