Several Days Later…

It was Amity's day of departure and across her uncle's estate the staff were packing all her belongings. Amity was alone in her room finishing off her last diary entry in England when a knock came upon her door. "You have a visitor, Lady Blight." A servant said. Amity was quick to make it down to the main entrance where it was none other than governance Lilith."I am so sorry my dear that I couldn't attend your going away party but my husband Steven had business outside of London." Lilith exclaimed as she gave her former student a hug. " It's quite alright Mrs. Lilith. I am just glad I can say goodbye to you." Amity replied." So you are to leave England at last. I will miss our tea parties." Lilith said as she began to tear."Don't cry Mrs Lilith I promise I'll write to you" Amity exclaimed as Lilith smiled."Thank you. You certainly were my finest pupil. I must be going. I have family matters to attend to." Lilith said as the two bid their final goodbyes. Amity made her way up to her room to take one last look. This had been her sanctuary for the last 2 years. A place where she could relax after a day of study.

She remembered staying up countless nights reading the works of Shakespeare until the candle went out. Now it was time to begin a new phase of her life. As she stood there taking this moment a knock came on the door."Come in." Amity replied. Opening the door was Willow Park, a servant whose family had worked with the blights since she was a child."Lady Blight it's time. The carriage has arrived." She exclaimed. "Excellent, we must be going then." Amity replied which left Willow confused." What do you mean by we?" She asked."Isn't obvious, you are coming with me. You are my personal servant and more importantly you have been a good friend." Amity replied, which sent a smile upon Willow's face."Oh thank you Lady Blight." She exclaimed."Willow, you can just call me Amity in private." She said to which Willow corrected herself."What about my belongings Amity?" She asked."It's already been taken care of." Amity responded. And with that Amity and Willow boarded the carriage along with her Aunt and Uncle as they rode to the Port of the carriage made its way through London Amity was taking in all the sight as it would most likely be the last time she ever gazed upon them. London was bustling with life. After 20 minutes or so the carriage came to an abrupt stop. "What's the meaning of this delay?" Willam asked.

"Sir, it seems a crowd has gathered for a public execution." The carriage driver exclaimed. Amity looked out from the carriage and she could make out the gallows. A man was escorted to the gallows chained and under guard. Two men waited beside the gallows. One was the executioner given he was standing by a lever and the other held a piece of paper. Once the prisoner had the rope fasten around his neck the Man began reading the paper out loud. It was hard to hear at such a distance but Amity was able to just make it out. Mr. Kenway you have been found guilty of committing the act of piracy. By order of King Phillip you are sentenced to death by hanging. May god have mercy on your soul. It was at that moment the lever was pulled and the man's body fell where those close could hear a distinct snap sound. It was done and the crowd began to disperse and Amity got a look at the man's limp body. His clothes were tattered and worn and he was unshaven and scruffy looking." Pirates get what they deserve." Willam exclaimed as the carriage resumed its journey to the dock.

After another 20 minutes they had reached the port of London. Before them was a massive warship. Amity could count 35 guns on just one side of the ship."I've never seen a ship so large." Amity said as she made her way out of the carriage where she was greeted by Captain Darius and Prince Hunter. "Good day Lady Blight. I see your taking in HMS Titan." Hunter said as he kissed her hand. Amity blushed slightly. "Yes I am, I have never seen a warship of such size before." she responded. "Oh It may seem big but it's only a 3rd rate ship of the line. It's a perfect balance of speed and firepower." Hunter exclaimed. "I see." Amity replied. "Lady Blight I have made sure your quarters are prepared for you and your servant." Captain Darius said

as her belongings were loaded onboard the ship."Well I guess this is goodbye." Amity said as she looked at her Uncle and Aunt." Please write to us when you get there. We Will miss you dearly Amity." Elizabeth said, giving her niece a hug. "Of course, aunt. I will miss you both dearly." Amity said as she made her way to the gangplank."Take care Amity." Willam said. As Amity and Willow boarded the ship they were greeted by a bunch of sailors many of whom wore tattered clothes. "If you follow me Lady Blight I can show you to where you and your servant will be residing." Captain Darius said as they were led down to the lower quarters of the ship. The ship was dimly lit by a few lanterns."It's quite dark down here." Willow said. "Yes it is, you will get used to it in no time." Hunter exclaimed as they were led to a room. Inside was a simple set of beds and a desk."It's so modest." Amity said.

""I know it's not much but it shall suffice for the next month or so." Hunter said as he went off to address the crew. Amity began to inspect the bed. It was comfy for being so small. Meanwhile back on deck Hunter and Darius gathered the crew. " Alright men, our task is to escort Lady Blight to Barbados. I want you to be on the best behavior on this voyage. If you so much as lay a finger on Lady Blight it will be 3 lashes for the guilty party understood." Darius said as the crew responded " Yes Sir." With that out of the way the crew began preparing the ship to set sail. As the ship began to leave the dock Amity pulled out her diary and began writing down.

Dear Diary, Today marks the beginning of my journey from England to reunite with my parents in barbados. The ship is quite large though Lt. Hunter informed me that this is an averaged sized ship. My quarters are quite small from what I'm used to and it's quite dim down here. Captain Darius seems like a good man who commands the respect of this ship.

Amity Paused as the ship rocked back and forth through the waves. With each minute England was getting further and further away as was her former life. With a deep breath she took her quill and dipped it back into the inkwell and continued writing.

I am eager to see Barbados and my Father though I know iI will miss England dearly. I look forward to this new chapter of my life with much excitement. Having Willow as not just a servant but a good friend will make the adjustment far easier for me. I have no doubt this new part of my life will be one to remember.

Amity closed the book and Looked over to Willow. "Willow How about reading Shakespeare to pass the time." She said as Willow looked over to her. "Of course Lady.. I mean Amity. Which book would you like?" Willow asked. " Romeo and Juliet will do nicely." Amity said as Willow went through Amity's luggage to pull out a copy of Romeo and Juliet. As she began reading the pages The ship was now far from the safety of the port of London. She was now at the mercy of the sea and Little did she know what lay ahead for her