Chapter Four: A Treasure
"What say you to a truce?" the pirate's voice sounded from somewhere behind her. Adrianna had a few moments to cool off and was not quiet as angry. She supposed it was not all the pirates fault. He had given her an escape.
Adrianna sighed, "What is your name?" she asked him as he came to stand beside her near the railing. She was surprised at how much the sound of the waves crashing against the boat soothed her.
The pirate smiled slightly while looking out to sea, "That would be Captain Jack Sparrow luv, you can call me Jack when it is the two of us."
The cockiness in his voice made Adrianna laugh slightly, "Well then Jack, perhaps after I get a little sleep, I might be inclined to discuss a truce." she turned and looked at him. He nodded and started to lead her to a cabin.
Adrianna was so tired. She had not had a decent nights sleep in what seemed to be centuries. The events of the past day seemed to be taking their toll and she had to stifle a yawn. She rightly didn't know where the captain was leading her and she could care less. Once she saw a large bed she collapsed onto it. The last thing she heard was Jack's voice trail off.
"Later…" and she was asleep.
"Gibbs!" Jack yelled once back on deck. Gibbs appeared before him almost instantly startling him a bit. "Where be the boy?"
"In the galley Captain." Gibbs responded.
"See that he is up here quickly." Jack said while turning to take control of the helm. It had come to his attention that the Pearl was running dangerously low on supplies, especially rum and that was not acceptable. So it appeared that they were going to have to make a stop before heading back to the fountain.
"You needed me Captain." The blond hair boy, Tommy, appeared next to him. Jack smiled, the boy was eager to please.
"Boy do you have the courage and fortitude to serve on this pirate vessel?" Jack asked. When Tommy only stared at him Jack rephrased the question, "Would you like to be me cabin boy?"
"Aye sir that I would." Tommy replied, then frowned, "I don't know what to do though."
"That is alright you just do as I tell you and you will do fine." Jack said ducking down to his level to make him feel a little more comfortable.
"Aye Captain." Tommy said quietly.
"Good then," Jack said standing back up. "What does the lady like?"
"I don't rightly know sir. She always talked about wanting a real bath." Tommy said with a look of concentration on his dirty little face and perhaps a little bit of apprehension.
Jack smiled, of course most women like to be clean, "Well then this is your first task." Jack said waiting for the boy to look back at him. "Clean up me cabin a bit, and then get the tub set up for her."
Tommy nodded, "Perhaps some clean clothes for her?" he asked.
"Aye now run along and careful not to wake her." Jack said. He watched the boy run off to do his bidding and then smiled to himself. Once she was clean and in clean clothes perhaps she would be in the mood for discussing a truce among other things. Jack started to sing to himself.
Adrianna woke to the door shutting and the lamps in the cabin lit around her. She had slept the whole day which was rather odd considering how light a sleeper she was. She figured that her exhaustion put her in a deep sleep.
Slowly Adrianna got out of the comfortable bed and looked around the cabin. Her perusal was short lived though when she spotted a tub full of steaming hot water. It took all of her being not to shout with glee. Without even thinking she stripped down and got into the water.
It was wonderfully hot and she soaked in the water for quite some time thinking about her predicament. The conclusion that she came up with was that things where really not that bad. She was on a beautiful ship sailing the oceans. Where she was going she didn't rightly care at the moment, just as long as she was far away from her past. She had a chance at starting a new life in a new place. Provided the Captain of said vessel took her to a decent place.
Adrianna didn't know if Jack could be trusted. He did help her and Tommy escape and if the bath was any indication, he was not a total monster. Unless of course he was just luring her into a sense of false security. She decided she would keep her mind open and give the man the benefit of the doubt.
The water was starting to get cold so Adrianna hurriedly washed her hair and body. Once out of the tub she dried herself and looked to her dirty dress. She smiled when she saw clean clothes laying on a chair close by. There was a pair of boots and breeches along with a simple cotton shirt.
Adrianna held a debate with herself. She had never worn mens clothes before and didn't know if it would behoove her to do so now. But in the end cleanliness won and she slipped into the mens clothing. Adrianna was a bit surprised at the fit and how comfortable they were. Next she spotted a wooden comb and combed her hair until it was nearly dry. Feeling like she could handle anything the world had to offer Adrianna stepped out of the cabin and into the cool night breeze.
Jack was at his usual position at the helm when he saw Adrianna step up to the railing and look out over the sea. Treasure was the first thing that popped into his mind. He would have to reward Tommy for finding something that fit her so well. Some of her curves were hidden by the shirt while others were on full display. Looking at them caused a familiar stir within Jack. Her hair was equally beautiful. It was loose and the breeze off the water was pushing it from her face. She had a look of serenity about her. "Treasure" Jack mumbled.
"Captain" Gibbs coughed again.
"Bloody hell Gibbs don't sneak up on a man like that." Jack said shacking himself from his observations.
Gibbs laughed knowingly, "Sorry captain. We don't have what you requested for dinner."
Jack handed the control of the Pearl over to Cotton and responded distractedly, "Then have Tommy help you, there is bound to be something on this ship that she will like." Jack finished leaving Gibbs standing there as he took off in the direction of his distraction.
"Beautiful." Jack said as he approached Adrianna.
Adrianna smiled at him and looked back out to the sea, "It is."
Jack let her think he was talking about the sea when he meant her, but that was only to allow for more time in looking at her. He chided himself, he was eventually going to have to stop staring if he was to make any headway.
"Thank you." Adrianna said looking at him. He only nodded. She supposed he was a handsome man. She never really paid attention before, so caught up in her own problems, but the moonlight played off of every feature and she had to stop herself from staring at him.
"Well then.." Jack said to break the silence "perhaps a tour of me Pearl?"
"Oh" Adrianna said, remembering his reference to a Pearl and now realizing he was talking about his ship, "That would be lovely." She then hesitantly put her arm in his as he led her off.
The moonlight gave the ship a ghostly quality and beauty that left Adrianna in state of awe. The ship was quiet for the most part as they walked making it easy for her to get lost in the moment. She glanced at the stars and was amazed how many she could see. It left her with the feeling that she must be dreaming.
Jack smiled secretly to himself watching her take everything in. This may be a little easier than he thought. He showed her all the parts of the ship, giving Gibbs and Tommy time to prepare something for them to eat. Finally they returned to his cabin. "I thought we might have dinner." Jack said opening the door.
"That would be wonderful. I am famished." Adrianna replied following him back into the cabin she left earlier.
"Bugger" Jack mumbled looking at the little food he had to offer.
"What?" Adrianna said sitting down to eat, she couldn't help but snatch an apple off the table. There was more food on the table than she had saw in a long time.
Jack was confused for a moment, but Adrianna looked happy at what was offered so he only shook his head and sat across from her.
That ate in a tense silence for a few moments before Adrianna spoke, "I am sorry for today." She said quietly looking away.
Jack nodded, "No apologies luv, I suffered no permanent damage."
Jack's way of speaking reminded her of the fact that he was indeed a pirate. "Adrianna, my name is Adrianna or Addy." Adrianna looked back at him. He was picking through his food and looked up to flash a smile. Finally Adrianna let out what was on her mind, "Captain, I know this a pirate ship, and have heard many stories of how dreadful they are, so if you would please just make your intentions clear, I figure we will both get along much easier."
Jack leaned back in his chair and crossed his arms, "Very well." he paused purely for dramatic effect before continuing. "My plan is to make a pirate out of young Tommy, he has shown great promise so far. I also plan on seducing you and having my way with you until you can no longer imagine a life without me."
Adrianna gave him the most charming smile she could muster, "Well that sounds positively delightful Captain," wiping her mouth and standing up. All she wanted was some honesty. Why would he want to seduce her? "When you are ready to tell me your true intentions I shall be on deck." she finished storming off toward the door.
Jack was faster. He beat her to the door and pinned her between him and said door. "Now now luv, I was being honest." He watched as the color faded from her face and terror welled in her eyes. Jack closed his eyes for a second in frustration. He didn't want her terrified of him. He leaned closer to her and whispered in her ear in a soothing voice, "Don't be frighten luv, I have never hurt a woman and won't start now. Ye be warned of my intentions and this simple fact." He looked in her eyes then and saw that the terror had been replaced by anger . That was much better he decided. "Ye will want it." he whispered against her lips rights before he put his lips to hers in a brush of a kiss.
