Part 12

Pearl waited nervously outside the cave. She couldn't bear it if anything happened to Jack, she would never forgive herself. She leant against the wall of the cave and breathed in the nice sea air. Her heart was beating so fast, she felt her heart was in her mouth.
She had never felt this way about anybody before, let alone a rougish pirate. He was dirty but Pearl felt deeply attracted to him. She was sure that she loved him. She put her ear to the wall of the cave. She heard voices which she recognised, there was a scream then she heard sounds like elephants charging. She hid in the clearing then she saw at least 100 pirates running out of the cave. She recognised Captain Barbossa, he was looking particulary unhappy, this satisfied Pearl greatly.
The pirates disappeared down the beach. Pearl crept out of her hideout and then ran inside the cave. She found herself in complete darkness. Her heart seemed to beat even faster. She didn't notice the love of the life creeping up behind her. His hand slipped over her mouth to stop her screaming. Jack's eyes met hers and they embraced passionately.

"Jack!" Pearl whispered.

"I'm fine sweetheart. I got what i wanted,"

"Why did they run out like that?" Pearl asked confused.

"I had a little help," Jack gestured towards a very handsome looking boy with curly brown hair. He held the candle up to his face...