Chapter Four: Lines and Swords Crossed
(AN: to Elizabeth and Harry)
"Catch them" Norrington cried. He and his men went out. The Governor waiting at the beginning of the dock.
"Harry?" Elizabeth tapped him on the shoulder. "What are you doing?" Harry was motioning to follow the soldiers.
"I got to find Hermione. Who knows what will happen to her with that Sparrow guy" Elizabeth slightly snorted at harry's remark.
"Yeah. He is one crazy pirate." they laughed. "Harry?"
"Yes Elizabeth?"
"You always care about your friends like that?"
"Of course. Hermione is like a sister to me. We've been friends since way back."
"That's sweet Harry." she smiled.
"Thanks" he smiled. "You are my friend..right?" he asked Elizabeth
"Of course Harry, of course." Deep inside, she wanted to be more than just Harry's friend. And also, Harry hoped for the same thing inside his heart.
"Elizabeth?" it was her father. "Come on Elizabeth." Harry knew it was time for him to go.
"Coming father"
"He's your father? The Governor?"
"Yeah. Oh..." she stopped. "You didn't know?"
"Should have known...but never would have guessed."
"Right" she smiled at Harry. And he smiled back.
"I better look for Hermione"
"Yeah. I better go too" Elizabeth looked to see if her dad was watching. Harry began to leave, but Elizabeth halted him.
Shit... she yearned. Don't go Harry...
"Harry?"
"What?" he turned back around. Suddenly, Elizabeth came closer to Harry. She held onto his hand and kissed him. Harry kissed back passionately. Elizabeth let go, knowing that time and fate was not on her side at this point. She caught up to her father and left. Harry was stranded in mind. He was in love, but she was something he could not have.
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(AN: Back to Jack and Hermione)
"Where are we exactly going, Jack?" Hermione was concerned, looking back to see if any of the Commodore's men were near.
"I don't know, love...haven't been here in a long time."
"Ok...one more time you call me that and I will.."
"Will what?" he wanted to know.
"Um... still thinking about it...but you will regret it." Jack dragged Hermione through the crowds and hide inside an alley. His gaze was on Norrington.
"To the man that finds Jack Sparrow, a reward." Not good for him. Hermione, on the other hand was hyperventilating. That did not help the situation.
"Calm down."
"What? Are you kidding?" she whispered. He had to find a way to shut her up. He looked around once more.
"Love?"
"Why you little.." Hermione was cut off by a kiss. And by all people. Captain Jack Sparrow. Hermione immediately let go. Somehow, Hermione's lips lingered for more, but she controlled herself.
"What was that?" she slapped Jack straight across the face.
"You know you like it" he teased.
"Did not." By that time, the men were gone. Jack felt a bit of relief.
He is a good kisser thought...she told herself. Wait..what has gotten into me? Harry was right. This Sparrow character has changed me completely.
Not that bad. A good kiss..feisty though..Jack complemented Hermione inside his head...Just the way I like them
"Come on.." he tried to get away from their spot.
"No way...I'm not going anywhere with you. You foul loath of a person."
"You don't mean it."
"I do.." Hermione snapped again.
I was afraid she would say that..."No one can resist Captain Jack Sparrow."
"Let's see about that.." she smirked. For some reason, she followed Jack into a wooden place with a Blacksmith shop hanging above it. They crept inside, hoping not to be noticed. Jack looked around for something to break the shackles on his hands.
"Do me a favor love?"
"What?"
"Put down my hat? Please?"
"Why?"
"I know you are mad at me, but you will not keep quiet at the wrong times."
"So you are saying that I talk to much.." she glared at him. "Nice move, Jack" she remarked sarcastically.
"Oh come one. You are mixing up my words" he drawled."
"All right.." Hermione took the hat and put it on the nearest flat surface she could find. A table. "I have to admit.. You are right about that.." she grinned.
"That's why I told you love." Jack smirked. Hermione scowled at him. Not appreciating the nickname...on the outside. A sudden familiar voice squeaked.
"Hermione?" the brunette looked around to find a red haired girl standing in the clearing.
"Ginny!" she sounded. She came over to her friend and hugged her. "Oh thank heavens."
"Good to see you two Hermione" Ginny smiled. "Look at you!" she exclaimed. "Gorgeous!"
"Thanks. Very fine looking yourself."
"Yeah. I don't know how it happened though.." Ginny whispered. "And who's that?"
"Captain" Hermione used hand quotes. "Jack Sparrow."
"Oh...your type Hermione."
"Stop it." Hermione slapped her friends hand playfully.
"Sorry but, I heard the whole thing with you two in here before."
"Eavesdropper."
"Sorry, Hermione. It was...good to listen to. What are you doing with him anyways?"
"Tried to help him steal a boat. He made me do it.."
"Not true love" Jack hollered. He finally broke the shackles.
"Is so!" Hermione argued. "And stop calling me that! For the last bloody time Jack!"
"ooOoo.." Ginny said in a sing song voice. "Tension"
"Nonsense."
"Right..." Ginny laughed.
"So immature.."
"Too mature..." the three of them heard footsteps heading in their direction.
"Hide." Ginny commanded. Hermione came with Ginny as she lead her to a spot to hide. Jack made his way around. At that moment, he realized the hat was not on his head.
"Shit!" he muttered. At that moment, the door open. A tall, young, and tan man with brown hair walked through. His hair was kept back in a short pony tail. Ginny came towards him.
"Hey Will!"
"Hey Ginny. How are you?"
"Good..you?"
"Fine. Just gotta check the place."
"Ok.." Ginny sounded nervous. Don't find Hermione. Especially Jack for that matter. The pirate thing would be devastating... She heard him talking about where he had left things. Will had stopped at Jack's hat.
"Not where I left you." he was about to grab the hat, but a sword tapped his hand.
"Not so fast." Jack came out of his hiding spot.
"I'm not afraid of you, Pirate"
"Well..let's see then." Will grabbed a sword from nearby. The two men began to duel. Hermione came out of her place, and stood next to Ginny.
"We have to stop them."
"No..that wouldn't be good."
"You sure?"
"Hermione...you worry to much. Just relax for once. They know what they are doing."
"Ok.." Hermione took a deep breath. "What are we supposed to do then?"
Ginny saw them coming closer with the brawl. "Get out of their way!" the ladies moved to the side of the building. The duel had gone around the whole place. At one point, Jack knocked Wills sword out of his hand.
"You cheated."
"Pirate"
They continued on all levels. Hermione and Ginny could not help but watch the actions.
"Two hot guys fighting.." Hermione let the words slip out and into Ginny's ear. Shouldn't have said that...
"So..you do fancy him.." Ginny grinned.
"No I don't.."
"You just confessed." Ginny quietly chuckled at her friend.
"Oh shit.." Hermione stammered.
"Its ok. Your secret is safe with me." Hermione smiled at her friend's promise. At last, the fight came to a close. Jack threw dust in Will's eyes, and he had no chance. The pirate then pulled out his gun.
"Damnit! You cheated again!" Will was aggravated.
"Pirate!" Jack reminded him. "Now let me through with me bonnie lass."
"I am NOT your bonnie lass!" Hermione come forward.
"Let us through, Will" Jack demanded.
"No."
"What a shame. But I will not waste this bullet."
"I'm not moving." Hermione gazed in horror as a drunk blacksmith wacked Jack in the back of the head. He fell. Soldiers burst in.
"Jack!" Hermione ran to Jack's side. "Jack! Wake up!" Will looked down at them and said nothing. Commodore Norrington approached.
"Good job. You apprehended a very dangerous man and his accomplice." He looked down at Hermione.
"It was all for the community." the fat man responded. Will knew it was a bunch of rubbish.
Author's Note: Would really appreciate more reviews Lol. Thanks to the people who are fans of my story and have posted their thoughts and suggestions. Next chapter: Jack and Hermione's time in jail, and other fun goodies. More Harry/Elizabeth, Jack/Hermione, and other ships. And don't worry, Ron will show up in the story again soon my lovelies.
