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The young woman stared out at the bright, cerulean ocean; hesitating on her answer, "My mother was poisoned and my father was murdered.." Katherine spoke softly.

Chapter 4: Thoughts

Catching her words, the pirate turned around swiftly, "That's unfortunate..." He said regretfully, "Forgive me and my mouth."

She shook her head gingerly; brunette locks swaying with her, "No, no. It's alright, Jack."

"So.. you sought Lizzie out for comfort and board?"

Katherine hummed, "But I lived in London at the time, and did not have living relatives. Elizabeth is my best friend, and best source of eligible family..." She shifted her gaze to him and beamed, "We were inseparable quite a long time ago."

At that, Jack became interested in how a little Katherine and Elizabeth got along. She began telling him of the various childish, girly things they did and the few childish adventures that they embarked on around Port Royal.

"I bet you were a cute young lass, eh?" He smiled handsomely and Katherine simply laughed.

Her eyes trailed along the horizon and she saw that the sun was beginning to set, "I'm sorry, Jack, but If I don't return soon then I'm sure Elizabeth will become worried."

She turned towards him, observing how the warm rays of the setting sun hit his features just so.

Katherine bowed her head slightly, bidding him adieu only to have Jack catch her arm before she could turn and leave.

"Erm.. Wait." Jack said hastily as her brow furrowed with curiosity,

His lips parted somewhat before he spoke, "Never mind, love.. Shall I accompany you back to Lizzie's?"

"No, it's alright, I have a few errands to run before I return." Katherine stated as she then made her way toward the gangplank. Looking back, she smiled.

"Thank you for today, Jack."

He gradually grinned as he watched her, "Anytime, love." The emerald eyed woman glanced at the helm, "See you, mister Gibbs!"

The older man smiled cheerfully, "Aye, lass. Farewell!" And with that, she was off.

Jack stared after her as she made her way to the bustling areas of Port Royal, "Mister Gibbs!"

"Aye, Captain?" Joshamee Gibbs responded. Sparrow glided towards his cabin with rum in mind, "Prepare to leave. After we raid an' collect some loot, we'll make port to get supplies."

Jack entered his private quarters as he heard his first mate begin to bark orders at the crew.

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A week had passed since the Black Pearl had left Port Royal, and each morning after rising out of bed, Katherine would open the windows to her balcony and look out at the docks; hoping to see the infamous dark ship there.

Much to her dismay, the only vessels that her eyes laid on were light pine, painted ships. Thinking of the notorious Jack Sparrow, she recalled what Elizabeth had said to her late last evening:

'He's pirate who trifles with unsuspecting women's hearts. Nothing more.'

Of course, Katherine was no fool. She knew of Jack's infamy with women of all ages; all equally charmed by his presence. But, she couldn't seem to fathom that he would purposely break a lady's heart. He just didn't seem of that type.

It was now afternoon, slightly after lunch. She flipped the page of the book in her lap while she sat by the fireplace to stay warm. Spartacus the Gladiator, read the cover of the book. The tales that were told on the thin pages were enticing, but she could not manage to focus on the storyline.

A certain pirate captain was invading her every thought.

"Katherine?" Elizabeth asked from across the room, "what are you thinking about?"

The brunette set her book to the side, "Nothing too important,"

She didn't seem convinced, "Jack, right?"

"Ah-umm... No.."

Elizabeth laughed merrily, discarding the conversation, "I'll get us a few little cakes to eat."

With that, miss Swann left the sitting room and into the hallway and while on her way to the kitchen, a knock was heard at the front doors. She glanced around to see if the doorman was present but when he wasn't, she answered the door for herself.

And there stood Captain Jack Sparrow.

"Jack," She greeted him with an embrace, "what are you doing back in Port Royal?"

"The lass didn't tell you?" Jack enquired, raising a brown eyebrow.

The woman shook her head, "No, she said nothing to me."

Before Elizabeth could barrage him with a questionnaire, Katherine stepped into the hallway. Upon seeing him, a smile lit up her face.

"Jack, I'm so pleased to see you." She came to stand beside her best friend. Jack grinned charmingly, "Likewise, love."

Elizabeth's gaze shifted toward her friend as she asked, "You were planning on going somewhere?"

The young woman opened her mouth as though to speak, but she promptly closed it again as she nodded.

"Where to?" Elizabeth looked to Jack for her answer. Inspecting his dirty nails, he ignored her inquiry, "Where's the whelp?"

The fiancé of William Turner slimmed her eyes, "Answer me, Jack. Where do you plan on taking her?"

Jack sighed, gesturing with a wave of his hand, "Just out on me ship for a bit, love. A small trip so miss Katherine here can see what its like to sail on the Black Pearl."

Katherine held onto Elizabeth's arm, pleadingly, "Please Liz.."

The woman with honey-toned hair surveyed the situation skeptically. She knew that Jack Sparrow was a good and trustworthy man, but she was hesitant to leave her closest friend in his hands and care.

"I suppose... How long is this trip?" She gave in as a smile blossomed on Katherine's face.

"Three or four days, at the most Lizzie." He looked at the brunette, "Go pack, love - and don't bring anything too big, aye?"

Nodding, she made her way up the stairs and began collecting a few dresses, perfume and a nightgown or two, along with other little things.

"Jack,"

"Aye?" He crossed his arms over his broad, clothed chest. Elizabeth scowled, "Katherine is not a woman you can simply 'shag', as you would put it, and be done with her." She stared at the man, dead in his eyes, "She's far too pure for something like that.."

"Oh please, Lizzie. I know that miss White is your dearest friend and ye would have me head if I attempted anything. Not t' worry, love." Jack said to her, a little disappointed, "I'll keep me hands to me self. Savvy?"

Elizabeth smiled, trusting his word.

A moment or so later, Katherine came down the stairs with a bag in her hands, which Jack took for her immediately once she joined them.

"Don't fret Liz, I'll be back soon." The soft spoken lady stated, embracing Elizabeth.

"I know.. Have fun and stay safe." They both pulled away. Katherine nodded at Elizabeth before turning her attention to Jack. He opened the door with a flourish, bowing as he gazed up at her with those dark chocolate eyes, "Milady?"

Smiling brightly, she stepped out of the home with Jack following after, but not before Elizabeth said, "Take care of her, Jack.."

And in return, he replied with, "Of course, Lizzie. I wouldn' dream of it otherwise."

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