ManEater

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Jack Sparrow

I continued to stare at the person who had sent me the bottle of rum. It was the woman with the beautiful eyes I saw on the beach yesterday…She hadn’t yet noticed that I was staring at her, for she was talking to someone else. I was contemplating on whether or not I should make my way over to thank her or just ignore her.

“Capn’ what’re ya starin’ at?” Gibbs asked confusedly as he looked in the direction of my gaze.

“Her…the woman who bought me this rum bottle.” I replied in a low tone. Gibbs looked around the area, desperately trying to see who I was talking about.

“Who? The barmaid?” He asked with a frown.

I turned my gaze away from the woman and looked at my first mate. “I said ‘bought’ not ‘brought’…you know, Gibbs, you really should clean your ears now and again…that woman…the one sitting at the far corner over there.”

Gibbs finally spotted her. I heard him gasp in awe. “That has got ta be the finest lass I’ve ever laid me old eyes on. She reminds me of Tia Dalma, but she’s much more prettier…that ain’t her is it?”

I looked at him and smiled. “No. I thought it was her for a brief moment…pretending to be someone just to spy on me...It's so nice to hear you've been fine tuning your grammar skills, by the way.” I quipped as I turned my attention back to the woman.

She finally looked in my direction. I froze for a moment, as her hazel-green eyes seemed to put me into a trance. Our eyes locked for what seemed like an eternity. I finally broke out of it and lifted the bottle of rum with a smile, letting her know that I appreciated the gift. She smiled back and nodded her head. Gibbs continued to look back and forth between me and the woman, studying what was going on.

“She seems to be a woman of high class. Looks young…can’t be much older than Ms…”

“She is beautiful.” I quickly interrupted him through gritted teeth. I did not want to hear him say Elizabeth’s blasted name. The mere thought of her would immediately form a knot in my stomach and ruin my good mood tonight.

“How does she know you, Jack? She certainly doesn’t look like any whore or strumpet that I’ve seen you with lately.” He asked as he continued to look at her.

“Our paths crossed on the beach the other day…It’s probably safe to assume that she couldn’t forget a very handsome face such as mine, aye mate?” I replied as I looked at him and took a swig of rum.

Gibbs rolled his eyes and shook his head. “From the looks of it Capn’ I think that she didn’t send the rum just ‘cause she remembers ya. She’s got other intentions…if ya know what I mean”

A wicked grin automatically appeared on my face. It would be flattering if she had those sort of intentions, for I knew that I would willingly accept. “And what’s wrong with that? Maybe I have my own plans for her…”

Gibbs smiled at me and shook his head. “Well Capn’, all I can say is that I hope this one won’t slap ya like the other one did.” He chuckled.

I smiled back and took a sip of rum. “Don’t worry about me, mate…I have a strange feelin’ that I’ll have better luck with this one…now if you’ll excuse me, I would like to have a word with my lovely new friend…” I replied as I stood up to leave.

“I’ll be headin’ back to the Pearl ‘an keep watch on her, no tellin’ when you’ll return.” Gibbs replied in an insinuating tone. I turned around and grinned wickedly at him, for I knew he was right.

As I made my way over to the woman’s table, I felt a sudden, intoxicating aura, overwhelm me. It forced me to stop in my tracks. I stood in awe in front of her table and took in her magnificent beauty. I noticed that she appeared even more stunning up close. Her caramel skin seemed to glow in the dim light. Her thick, long curly brown hair resembled silk. I continued to stand in admiration for a few more moments before finally speaking.

“Mind if I join you?” I asked politely with a flirtatious smile.

“No, not at all…” She replied as she motioned for me to sit down.

I found myself staring at her again. Her eyes were still locked with mine. She shied away from me for a moment and then took a sip of rum. I was still trying to figure out if she was Tia Dalma or not, but then realized that it wasn’t her, for the glint in her eyes was more seductive, rather than mischievous like Tia’s.

“I would like to personally thank you for the rum…it’s not everyday when a beautiful woman like you buys me a drink.”

She smiled and nodded her head. “You are quite welcome. I’m sure I’m not the only woman who’s done something flattering for you…look at what happened just a few moments ago. Two women were fighting over you.” She chuckled.

“Oh…well I don’t take much pleasure watching women fight over me. I must admit, I did feel honored, but I would rather that they bought me rum instead. That would really get my attention.” I replied with a sarcastic grin.

She chuckled and shook her head and looked me bashfully in the eyes. I returned her gaze and took a sip of rum. “So tell me, is there a reason why you were so kind as to buy me a drink?” I asked in my sexiest voice.

She sighed and broke her gaze away from me for a moment and then answered. “I bought you the rum because I thought you needed something to make you feel better…after that woman slapped you so viciously.”

I chuckled as I rubbed my face at the memory of the young girl, what’s her face, slapping me. “Well, my face didn’t hurt so much as my pride…but the rum makes me feel better.” I replied as I took a swig of rum.

She smiled and stuck out her hand. “Oh forgive me, where are my manners? My name is Carmen, by the way.” She said in a friendly, yet charismatic tone.

I smiled and took hold of her hand. “I’m Capn’ Jack Sparrow…it’s a pleasure to make your acquaintance.” I replied as I politely kissed her hand. She kept her eyes locked with mine and blushed.

“So…Miss Carmen, I recognize you from our brief encounter on the beach yesterday. Do you live ‘round here?”

“Yes, as a matter of fact I do. I live on the other side of the island. I’m sure you’ve seen the cluster of houses while you were on the beach.” She replied as she took a sip of rum.

“Oh yes…I do recall seeing a group of houses off in the distance. Is it better living over there? Or do you not like to live in town because of the pretentious people that live here?” I asked.

“No, that’s not the reason. The side that I live on is not only for upper and middleclass society, but for those who love the countryside for its serenity.” She replied with a warm smile.

“I can assume that you live there for serenity?” I asked.

“Not only that, but because I have to keep watch over my family’s property. My father is a very well known real estate owner and he would be very displeased with me if he found out that I allowed pirates or other thieves to steal from his home.” She replied jokingly and winked her left eye at me.

I smiled and chuckled at her joke; for I had a feeling that she knew that I was a pirate. She then took a sip of rum and began to speak. As she continued to tell me about herself, I took note on the similarities between her and Elizabeth. They were different in many ways, such as ethnicity, personality, and, if I may gladly add, breast size, for hers were clearly larger than Lizzie’s. It was too uncanny how upper class women were always the ones who took an interest in me before I did with them…

“I’m surprised that your father would allow a very young woman like yourself take care of his household while he was so far away…” I began in my most enticing voice.

She smiled and took a swig of rum. “Don’t be fooled Captain Sparrow. Even though I am young, I am capable of taking care care of my father’s estate, as well as myself. If you must know, I live in my own house.”

I smiled and took a sip of rum. “I can assume that since you are very mature and can take care of yourself very well, you are capable of warding off thieves and pirates all by yourself aye, love? I asked as I stole a glance at her voluptuous breasts and then at her amazing eyes.”

She smiled and eyed me daringly. “You would be surprised by what I can do…Mr. Sparrow.” She said seductively as she took a sip of rum.

“Tell me, Mr. Sparrow…what is it that you do? It’s clear that you are a captain, but not of the conventional type…” She inquired as she eyed me up and down.

“I’m an infamous pirate Capn’, love. I’m sure that you’ve heard of me…”

She frowned for a moment as she thought. “No I can’t say that I have.” She replied.

My face turned from a proud smile into a disappointed frown until I noticed her laughing.

“Of course I’ve heard of you Captain Sparrow! Who hasn’t! I was just pulling your leg!” She chuckled.

I grinned at her wickedly. “You can only pull my leg as long as I can pull yours.” I replied flirtatiously. For a moment I thought that I would be slapped, because she abruptly stopped laughing.

“Tisk, tisk Captain Sparrow…now you know that’s not a proper way to speak to a lady of my stature.” She said in a joking, yet haughty tone.

I smiled and took hold of her hand. “I’m sorry to have offended you, Miss Carmen. Please accept my apology…” I replied sweetly as I kissed her hand. She blushed slightly and gently removed her hand from my grasp.

“Not to worry Captain, I was just joking. A charming man like you could never insult me in any way.” She replied in a beguiling tone. I felt my blood rushing through my veins as her penetrating eyes seemed to bore into my very soul. She was starting to get to me and I suddenly wanted to see how far I could go with her…

“Is there anything else you would like to know about me?” I asked as I drank the last drop of rum.

“Yes there is…but I was wondering if we could continue our conversation elsewhere, if you don’t mind…” She replied politely.

I grinned wickedly at her, for I knew what she meant. “Fine with me, but you do know that I am in fact, a pirate and pirates have a tendency to steal and plunder. You’re not concerned that I may steal something from your home?” I asked in a flirtatious tone.

She smiled and stood up. “No, I am not concerned about what you could do…I believe that you should be concerned about me. Remember, I am capable of handling myself, Captain Sparrow.” She said in a serious, yet sensual tone as she stared at me, daring me to break my gaze from her. “Care to join me Captain Sparrow?” She asked as she extended her arm out.

I stood up and linked my arm with hers. “Lead the way… oh and Ms. Carmen, I do intend on seeing you, as you said, handle yourself. ” I said as we walked out the door of the pub.

Elizabeth

Will and I spent the past two days together, mostly in his room making passionate love. The first night we were together was magnificent. Will was nervous at first, but after a few moments he began to feel comfortable and started doing things I’d never thought he would do. He was very gentle with me the first time, which unfortunately, didn’t last too long. He was so embarrassed by his performance that he tried to make it up to me by asking if we could try again. I believe we made love twice that night. It was very romantic and pleasuring, but something was missing. I was hoping that he would be just as great a lover as Jack, but he wasn’t. Maybe it was because it was his first time being intimate with someone, but I knew that he would improve over time. But I must admit, he was very good.

My body was never stimulated like it was when I was with Jack. I felt bored and unsatisfied during and after our intimacy. I yearned for adventure and aggression like Jack gave me, but Will only gave me timidity and gentleness. Maybe I am being too judgmental. Not all men make love the same way. I should just give him a few hints to let him know what I enjoy…Maybe then he will catch on and it will improve over time. I turned over on my side and faced Will, who was still sound asleep. I gently caressed his face and admired his handsomeness. The very sight of him made me forget about that damned pirate captain I once loved, and will never love again. I’m glad I made the decision to give Will a chance and not break up with him for Jack. I placed a chaste kiss on his lips and whispered into his ear.

“I love you, Will…”

He shifted a little and opened his eyes and smiled at me.

“Good morning Elizabeth…” He said sleepily.

“Morning? Will it’s the late afternoon, early evening. You can’t be that exhausted! You

were just awake an hour ago!” I said jokingly.

He sat up in bed and looked out the window. “Oh…If we hadn’t been in bed all day I wouldn’t be so exhausted.” He countered jokingly.

“Well whose fault is that? You were greedy and wanted to do you know what all day!” I replied with a snide grin. Will smiled at me wickedly and kissed me passionately. After a few moments, I broke away from his embrace and got out of bed.

“Will I think we should enjoy the rest of the day and head into town before the sun sets. There’s a new shop that I want to look in…” I replied as I put on my dress.

Will smiled and got out of bed and wrapped his arms around my waist. “That sounds like a great idea. I just want you to know that you were absolutely amazing last night and today…it’s as if you had more experience than I did.” He said in a seductive tone as he kissed my neck.

I was speechless for a moment. I did not know what to say. I was a little frightened, for I thought that he suspected me of not being a virgin before we did anything. I wish that I return the complement, but then I would be lying to him again. I turned around and cupped his face.

“You were…terrific my love.” I replied with slight hesitation as I kissed his lips. “Now, get dressed so that we can go into town.”

Will smiled and turned to put on his clothes. I found myself watching him dress. For a split second, I imagined that it was Jack, standing a few feet away from me dressing. A warm sensation began to run throughout my body at that very thought. I quickly snapped myself out of that repulsive memory and focused my attention on my fiancé. “Stop thinking about that blasted pirate! You hate him, remember?” I chided myself. I then turned my gaze from Will and walked over to the door. He finished dressing and smiled at me.

“Shall we go now?” He said as he took my hand and led me out of the room…


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Will and I were in town now looking through the shops. I came upon the shop where I had bought that damned pirate a present. I purposely didn’t go inside, for memories of him would begin to plague me. As we stepped out of one shop and were about to go into another one, I noticed that there was a pub next to the new shop where I wanted to go.

I wondered if the Black Pearl’s crew was inside, drinking merrily and carrying on like a band of miscreants. My thoughts were suddenly interrupted when arms wrapped around my body.

I “Elizabeth…are you alright?” Will whispered into my ear.

I turned around and smiled. “Yes I am. I’m just debating on whether or not I should go into that new shop.”

“I think you should. I will be over there. I will come for you when I am finished.” He said as he kissed my cheek and walked over to a street merchant.

I then turned around and began walking towards the shop. I couldn’t stop looking at the pub. Something was pulling me to go inside. Instead of walking into the shop, I snuck around the back way to the pub. I crept around the corner and heard two voices. One was a woman laughing and another was a man talking. I emerged from around the corner and stepped closer to the pub. I saw two figures standing by the building facing each other. I could not discern who they were, for the sun was beginning to set and there was little light. I stepped closer. My heart stopped beating when I caught sight of the most heartbreaking thing I could ever witness in my life…

---------------------------------------------------------------------Another cliffie! Who do you think Lizzie sees? It's obvious I know, but maybe it's someone else? Now we know who sent Jack the rum. And for those of you who wonder about her ethnicity...yes she is black. Thank you for reading. Now you know what to do! For those of you who review, I want to know what you thought about AWE. Let me know in your review or an email! I already have chapters 20 and 21 written and they are FILLED with drama, angst, and whatever else comes with that. But thanks again and stay tuned!