A Pirates Passion

Chapter 34

Madeline relaxed in the tub. She smiled to herself thinking about the previous day. She and Jack had found JJ and together the three of them had spent some time together. Playing tag, hide and seek and just talking. JJ was telling her some more about the places that he and Jack had gone on their adventures.

That night Madeline found it very hard to say goodnight to Jack. Her body hummed from being so close to him that day. He had kissed her chastely before sending her to bed.

Turnabout was fair play when she sent him out of the house later in the morning so she could get ready for the wedding. She could see the look on his face and she just giggled. It was to take place at sunset. She climbed out of the tub and wrapped herself in a towel and headed to her room. She looked at the dress she had picked to wear. It was one she had bought on a random trip to Puerto Rico. She turned when she heard Camille calling her name.

“Back here.” She called.

“Hello Madeline.” Camille said as she entered her bedroom. “Are you ready for my help?”

“Yes. Thank you again.”

“Anytime.” She said and proceeded to help Madeline dress.

First she put on the corset. It was the exact shade of the dress. A rich butter cream color. When Camille laced up the back, Madeline looked down and gasped. The corset fit so tightly that her breasts were pushed so high up; she thought she would fall out of it. Camille just laughed at her.

Madeline put silk stockings next and attached them to the garters on the corset. They slipped the dress over her head and Camille laced up the back. It didn’t have buttons, just very wide satin ribbons, similar to a corset. The dress was very low cut and had short sleeves. Leaving her neck and shoulders completely bare. Camille let out a whistle when Madeline turned around.

“Captain Sparrow is going to be knocked clear out of his boots.” She said with a laugh.

“Doubt it.” Madeline said and began to laugh with her friend. “Come, fix my hair please.” Madeline sat down at her vanity and watched Camille work.

“I brought the flowers.” Camille said with a smile.

“Good, now remember, just pull the sides back and leave the rest down.” Madeline insisted.

Camille nodded. She reached down and hugged Madeline.

“He’ll love you even more.” She said as Madeline caught her eye.

When Camille was done, she quickly left. Madeline looked at herself in the mirror. Camille had woven flowers into her hair and true to her word, Madeline’s hair hung behind her in waves.

She pulled out the perfume bottle and dabbed a hint of Jasmine on her neck. She glanced at the clock and saw that it was almost time. She slipped her stocking feet into the delicate matching slippers and hurried to the door. She had her full skirts in her hand to avoid shutting them in the door and when she turned, she saw Jack standing there.

“Jack, ye didn’t have to come get me.” She said with a smile.

Jack decided he would get himself a new outfit to wear to the wedding. He went to the tailor in town and decided on something he thought would make Maddy regret having just waved him away that morning. He chose a new pair of leather breeches; a crisp new white shirt, red velvet vest and a black short waisted dress jacket that had black velvet trim, making him look a little like a Spanish matador. He bought a new bandana for his head; he chose a bright red one. He even had his boots polished until they looked almost brand new too. He then went to her house. He smirked when she told him he didn't have to come get her. "Oh but I did," he said. He stood expectantly for her to comment on his appearance.

Madeline looked at him from head to toe. Dear God could he get any more handsome she thought. She felt her mouth salivating at the sight of him. She couldn't believe the leather breeches. They made her mouth water even more. She felt herself blush when she looked back at his face. "You look incredible Jack." She said breathlessly.

"Thank ye, I hope to have me dance card filled up quickly," he quipped and extended his arm to her.

Madeline slowly stepped off the porch holding her skirts as she took his arm. "Are ye trying to make me jealous Captain Sparrow?”

"Ye never can tell with me, I might just be hoping to have a good time," Jack said. "I love weddings," he reminded her.

Madeline rolled her eyes with a grin. "So Captain Sparrow, I told ye how you look, do I look terrible?" she asked with a wink.

Jack barely looked at her, "Ye'll do," he told her shrugging. If only ye hadn't asked me, he thought devilishly.

Madeline snorted. "Well, perhaps I'll find my dance card full this evening as well." she said looking at him out of the corner of her eye. She couldn't help but notice though how firm of a grasp he had on her arm.

"It would be a shamed if ye didn't get to have any fun," Jack quipped. If Maddy wanted to play this game she'd find out he would take it as far as she dared him... and if she got hurt then she'd only have herself to blame.

They approached the other people of the island as they gathered around in a large circle.

Michael and the priest waited in the center of everyone for Sierra to make her appearance.

Jack didn't relinquish his hold on Madeline as Sierra approached the circle. Everyone parted so she could make her way to Michael. She looked beautiful and Michael couldn't stop smiling at her. As the priest spoke the words making them husband and wife, Madeline gently laid her head on Jack's arm. She looked down at JJ who had joined them and smiled at him.

Jack looked down at JJ and made a face. JJ had to cover his mouth to keep his laughter at bay. Jack smirked as he turned his attention back to the ceremony,

Madeline glanced at Jack and knew he was up to something. "Jack, behave." She whispered.

She could hear JJ trying to stifle his laughter and she gave him a swat in the back of the head.

"Mum!" Madeline put her finger over her lips. "Shhh."

If Jack were a more honest man he would have to confess that it was the party after the actual wedding he loved more then the actual ceremony. He was relieved when it was finally over he was beginning to feel antsy.

The crowd began to move to the large tents that had been erected and the meal was served.

As dinner was ending, a small band had been set up and the real party began. Madeline didn't dance much. But she did dance with Mr. Gibbs, Mr. Taylor and JJ. But she watched, as Jack seemed to be having a good time.

Mr. Taylor slowly approached Jack and refilled his glass with rum. "Captain Sparrow, may I ask something of you?"

"In a minute," Jack said spotting Sierra. "Sierra, yer not going to deny me a dance are ye love," he quipped.

Sierra smiled and picked up her skirt of her wedding gown and let Jack pull her onto the dance floor.

Jack whirled her around and at the end he dipped her making her squeal. He then kissed her cheek and returned her to Michael.

"What is it Mr. Taylor," Jack said breathing hard.

"I know that Madeline has done some hurtful things to you in the past, are ye going to give her a second chance?" He asked in all honesty.

Madeline found herself being spun around with Mr. Gibbs once again. She saw Mr. Taylor talking to Jack. "Mr. Gibbs, where did ye learn how to dance so fine?" She asked with a giggle.

"I don't see that's yer business. Emily love," Jack said spotting one of the bridesmaids who was waving at him.

Emily blushed, "Captain Sparrow will you dance me around like ye did Sierra," she asked.

Jack noticed Maddy looking at him from the corner of his eye. He bent and picked up Emily’s skirts, "Ye know I'd not ignore ye love," he quipped and began to spin her around the dance floor making her laugh giddy as a schoolgirl.

"Watching Jack," Gibbs told her.

"She loves you." Mr. Taylor said as Jack spun Emily away.

Madeline rolled her eyes. "Figures." She said with a giggle. They danced until the song ended and she excused herself to get a drink. She heard the band start up a waltz and she stood against one of the tent poles drinking her wine, watching the couples dance.

Jack finished dancing with Emily and turned his attention back to Mr. Taylor, "Why are ye trying to rain on me parade," he asked.

"I'm not Captain Sparrow." He said quietly. "I just want her to be happy and I believe ye are the one that can make her happy." He took a drink. "Please excuse me." he said and turned and walked away.

This pissed Jack off. He'd told Maddy how he felt why didn't she just accept it and be happy? He saw her talking to the newlyweds with her back to him. He decided that was a good time for him to make his exit so he slipped out of the tent and headed for the docks and his black beauty.

Madeline was talking to Michael and Sierra. She congratulated them again and went to get another drink. She danced with her son again and laughed as a young girl approached him to dance. She tried to keep her laughter in check when she saw his uncomfortable ness with the whole situation. She glanced around and noticed that Jack was not around. She wondered where he was. She moved to stand towards the edge of the tent to get some air.

Jack downed a large swallow of rum. He was beginning to feel like there was no satisfying her. She would not be happy until he'd changed. But he was happy with himself, he growled low and sat on the rail of his ship.

"Where did Jack disappear to?" Gibbs asked Madeline.

Madeline turned to him. "I don't know." She said looking around. "I saw Mr. Taylor talking to him. I hope he didn't say anything to make him angry." She said in a huff.

"Perhaps ye should ask him," Mr. Gibbs said.

"I think I will. Excuse me." She said and went in search of her first mate.

"Mr. Taylor. A word please." Madeline said as she pulled his arm to the edge of the tent, away from the others. "What did ye say to Captain Sparrow?" She asked angrily.

"I told him that ye loved him and that he was the one that could make ye happy." Mr. Taylor said sternly.

Madeline pointed her finger in his face. "Ye stay out of my personal business Mr. Taylor. Jack knows that I love him." She growled. "And just so you know. I am happy with him. I don't expect him to change for me. I accept Jack Sparrow for who he is and what he is. Do ye understand?" She yelled. "Ye are my first mate, not me father!"

She turned on her heel and went in search of another drink. She grabbed a bottle of rum and told JJ she would see him in the morning. She walked towards the beach. She was angry.

How dare Mr. Taylor say anything to Jack.

Jack left the ship he needed to walk out his frustration so he headed for the beach. He was surprised when he saw Madeline doing the same. She looked as furious as he was; perhaps Mr. Taylor had spoken out of turn and not on her behalf as he'd originally thought. "Maddy," Jack shouted.