Four Points of Secrets
Ob1MegOb1
Quick Summary: This story is going to be interesting as I just thought of this a few days ago when I was falling asleep.:) I among many was not happy with the end that came with James Norrington. This story is hopefully a retribution for that. Enjoy!
Prologue
She didn't notice the weight that fell within her pocket as he kissed her. He was passing on something he had kept secret for so long now, something about him he had never been willing to expose. His family had lived in fear for so long, the pain of what they had lost still so real in their hearts. Now he only hoped those he cared about most would now be looked after, and that some day she would forgive him for what he had done. His eyes seemed fearful as she pulled away and it was then she feared she would never see him again.
Elizabeth Sparrow watched as the Flying Dutchman disappeared into the fllash of green light. Ten years now seemed like forever. She had lost so much in these past few days that it almost seemed unfair. But then it seemed everybody had lost something. She had lost her husband, he had lost his freedom, Jack...well Jack was sure to lose something sooner or later.
Many of them had made sacrifices she could never repay, and there were some greivances that were still left unanswered. She picked up the Singapore jacket and boots she had worn during her short time as the captain fo the Empress, a lifetime ago it felt now. She could still see the desperate look in Sao Feng's eyes as he had died. And even worse yet she could still remember the night she had been imprisoned on the Dutchman. It was as she was picking up the jacke that she finally found what James Norrington had left for her that very night.
She gently reached in to pull out a long chain, fairly reminscent of the one she had kept the pirate medallion on all those years ago. The pendant of the necklace comprised of four swords intersecting at their four points and the setting sun in the background. Elizabeth stared at it curiously. The setting sun made her think of the freedom Jack had once described to her. How being apart of the ocean and being a pirate was the peak of freedom.
As she turned the pendant over, it was then she saw set inthe back a folded piece of paper expertly fitted within the braces of the necklace. The ink was smudged but she stared in utter amazement as to what the note read.
My Dearest Elizabeth,
If this has reached you am I most likely dead because of my actions. For all the sins that I have committed against you, please forgive me. Although I can not reveal the details of this necklace, I only hope its rightful owner shall some day find you and will explain everything there. I wish the greatest safety in all your actions and for your life to be filled with the greatest happiness.
Farewell my Dearest Elizabeth,
James NorringtonElizabeth's hand covered her mouth as the warm tears streamed down her face. He had given her this knowing he wasn't going to survive that night. He had known...oh James. But as the sadness of the moment began to wear off, she wondered who this was meant for?
James had stated that the person who owned it would eventually find her. But how would she know that? And in what form would this person appear? James had never claimed to another loved one such as lover or family. So who could have been so important in his heart that he had risked giving it to her? For a second she thought maybe he had intended it for her. But now that couldn't be, he had made it sound like the person would know what it meant. And of course Elizabeth had no idea what the necklace was or what it stood for.
She gently closed her hand around the the emblem and slowly returned it to where she had found it. She didn't know who would come for this, but she had ten years to wait. Hopefully this person would become known before then.
Chapter One
3 Months to the Night
The storm had come up faster than any of them had expected. Jasmine could hardly keep steady on the deck as her captain quickly tried to shout out orders. The run stung against her face as stray strands of her midnight hair also clung to her face, obscuring her vision. Two years they had been lucky in not coming upon unfortunate weather. But now they were faced with a horrible gale that showed no signs of ending.
Her hands gripped the railing as she desperately searched for anything in the twilight. Suddenly in a flash of lightening she could make out an island in the distance. Relief coursed through her, they may survive this yet.
she called.
I saw it! he answered back his Scottish brogue traveling on the wind. If anyone could pilot this ship to safety It was Ciaran O'Connolly. A wave broke over the bow knocking her down. Thank goodness she had abandoned the hundred pound dresses last year and was now comfortable in the garb of men. If her brother saw her now though he would have a fit. That is if they ever found him.
Hold on! Ciaran called, This could be rough!
Jasmine knew it was too dangerous to land near the rocks, they were going to have to beach the ship. The large ship landed heavily on the beach knocking nearly everyone to their feet. Jasmine glared back at Ciaran. He shrugged his shoulders, Don't sayI didn't warn you!
Jasmine smiled as they slowly and carefully descended from the ship. Hopefully there would be nearby caves they could find shelter in. But as she looked up she could see a light shining on top of the hills. As she focused her vision better she could see it was a house.
she called, Do you see that? he called, And I would rather take my chances in there than out here!
She nodded her head, the stinging rain already chilling her to the bone.
It commanded every ounce of Elizabeth's strength to close the banging shutters. She gave a loud sigh of exasperation as it finally latched. What ghastly weather, she muttered to herself. The house was not the best built but it was enough to provide her some comfort.
Suddenly there was loud banging on the door. Her hand immediately shot to the pistol on the table. She also fingered the sword around her belt as well. Who goes there? she called.
She was surprised to hear a woman's voice answer. Please we only wish to seek shelter from the storm. Our ship washed ashore and we have nowhere to go!
Elizabeth slowly approached the door and cautiously opened it. There at her doorway stood a woman. Her long midnight hair was pulled back in a braid but soaking wet. As she looked into the eyes of the woman though she saw something familiar in them. Like she had seen her before. Despite the skepticism she had developed over the past months something seemed trustworthy in this woman.
My God please get inside this weather could kill a person. Surprisingly only 7 or 8 people came in. And this woman seemed to be the only one among them.
I am sorry to impose upon you, she said very calmly, We had no coice.Of couse, Elizabeth said placing some more logs on her fire so the room could become a little warmer, I couldn't imagine leaving anyone in this weather.Well once again mame, one of the men suddenly spoke up,Thank you.
She smiled extending her hand to the young woman who like her she realized was dressed in men's garb, My name is Elizabeth Turner.
The woman's eyes went wide as she said this, Wait were you formally Elizabeth Swann, daughter of the Governor to Port Royal? Elizabeth slowly nodded her head as the woman seemed about to faint on the spot.
You are Elizabeth Swann! she cried gripping Elizabeth's shoulders, God I have searched for two years for my brother and now I may actually have the chance to find him!
Elizabeth stared confused at her, I'm sorry?Miss Swann my name is Jasmine Norringtion. I am James Norrington's sister.
At first Elizabeth only stood there in shock,wondering if this was just a joke. The woman's eyes seemed to plead to her. It was then she placed the familiarity in those eyes. Those eyes that had pleaded to her all those months ago.
You go I will follow, James said still staring up at where the crew memeber had spotted them. Elizabeth looked at his face suddenly realizing...he had no intention of leaving. But if he stayed here he would surely be killed. You're lying , she said outright. His eyes turned to her silently pleading for her to leave. She had no intention of doing so though, no matter how much he asked. She wasn't leaving him behind.
Jasmine sighed, I know and there is much I owe to you in explanation. Despite you not knowing me, believe me I know a lot about you through James. Believe me there was not a moment these past few years that he didn't talk of you.
Elizabeth's heart broke at the word's. She had always known how much James had cared about her but to actually here of it from another person was...unbearable. Elizabeth shook here head in confusion, But why? Why would he never speak of you?It was for our protection. You know he had many enemies, and he did it for my safety. When we were young we lost our older brother in an...incident and James has always been protective of me ever since. Jasmine knew this would never be enough, sometime she would have to tell her what really happened.
Elizabeth stared at her as if not believing her. Jasmine sighed once more just trying to think of any way to convince her. She then reached within her shirt pulling out a necklace with four swords all meeting at one point. Elizabeth eyes widened at the sight of it. It wasn't possible it couldn't be...
Someday the owner will come looking for this...My God, Elizabeth muttered, You're the one.
Jasmine's eyes silently pleaded with her, Please Elizabeth I don't won't to interrupt your life here, I just need answers. If you have seen James please tell me.
Jasmine watched as Elizabeth's eyes became dark and downcast. She stared at her confused, How long have you been looking for James? she muttered softly. It took every ounce of her strength to ask. If she didn't know...
Two years, she said softly, We've been searching for two years. Ever since he went after Jack Sparrow. I became worried when I didn't receive word from him after the hurricane. Shortly afterwards I left to look for him. We've been trying to get news from Port Royal but ever since the East India Trade Company we've been having trouble receiving current news.
Elizabeth swallowed and her heart seemed to break, So you heard nothing about how James was wanted for arrest because of aiding in the escape of a pirate?
Jasmine took a deep breath and turned to the crew, Could you leave us be for a moment.Yes mame, O'Connolly said, Come on lads lets give them some privacy.
As the room emptied out Elizabeth reached over to a nearby chest. From the chest came the Singapore outfit and laying waiting within...the necklace James had left her. The exact same necklace this woman now wore around her neck.
Jasmine slowly sat down across from her uncrossing her arms and then not, and then wringing her hands nervously. Elizabeth's heart began to break...she was expecting the worse. Finallly after a long awkward silence she said, It was because he let Jack go isn't it?That was the excuse Beckett used for the arrest order yes.
Suddenly Jasmine's eyes burned at the mention of his name. So Beckett was behind the whole East India movement? Elizabeth said softly, But he only used the arrest order so that Will would find Jack and bring back his compass which pointed to what you desired most. He wanted Davy Jone's chest so he could have control of the sea. Jasmine asked.
I'm sorry, Elizabeth said sadly, Will is my husband.
Jasmine smiled, So you ended up marrying Will Turner?
Ellizabeth smiled as well, Yes I did, three months ago. But meanwhile while Will was looking for the heart, I escaped looking for them both. I managed to find Jack... she paused, And James at the pub in Tortuga.
Jasmine's eyes widened, What in God's name was he doing in Tortuga?He was ashamed of what happened. He had felt he had lost all his honor in that one moment, that one decision.
Jasmine's eyes closed and Elizabeth could see the pain behind them. How could she have not heard any of this? So you found him on Tortuga and then what?
It was then Elizabeth went on to explain of how they had found Davy Jone's chest, the three way fight between Will, Jack, and James which Jasmine only shook her head about. She told of how James had pretended to sacrifice himself by taking the chest away from them to save them. And how he had gone to Beckett to regain his honor and status by giving him the heart of Davy Jones. At this Jasmine looked like she was about to lose her nerve, No that can't be. James would never deal with Beckett never!
Elizabeth sighed, I'm sorry to say this, he became an admiral under Beckett.
Jasmine's mouth dropped in horror, No it can't be he would never...not after what he did to our family he would never...
Elizabeth only watched helplessly as she sat there wondering why on God's Earth James would have done such a thing. When he found out that Beckett killed my father though he soon realized he was not on the right side.
Jasmine shook her head laughing softly to herself, I have been telling him that for years.
Elizabeth continued though, One night I was serving as Captain on the Empress when our ship was attacked by Davy Jones. James spared our crew though and delivered us to the brig. He wanted me to stay in his quarters but I thought he might have had something to do with my father's murder so I was angry with him.He worshipped your father, Jasmine muttered, He respected him as a person, as an individual. He would gave never done anything to harm your father.
Elizabeth nodded, I know. That night he broke us out of the brig and delivered us back to the Empress. We had to cross across cables to get there so it was a painstaking process. He then warned me about an attack by Beckett. It was then I asked him to come with us.
Jasmine looked at her surprised, You did?
Elizabeth nodded, Yes I did and he would have come but we were spotted. He told me to go and he would follow. I knew he was lying though and still begged him to come. But he convinced me to get going and I did. But the shipmate who had spotted us approached James saying nobody leaves the ship and he began to go a bit crazy. I called to James and started heading back in his direction, but he shot the cable and we feel into the ocean. When I surfaced the mate had stabbed James. She stopped and looked at Jasmine. I'm sorry, James died that night.
At first Jasmine's face was unreadable she only sat there staring at Elizabeth like she was crazy. Elizabeth could sense the battle going on inside her and it seemed like she was on the verge of sobbing. I don't believe you, she said softly, Not James I can't have lost him too.
It was then Elizabeth reached back into the pocket and took out the necklace, He slipped this into my pocket that night. And he left me a note saying someday the owner of this would find me.
Jasmine extended a shaking hand and took it from her. She covered her mouth with her other hand and and was bent over silent sobs shaking her body. God no, she said her voice shaking violently, That man took everything from me. He took away the man I loved and now both my brothers. It isn't fair! she screamed.
Beckett is dead as well as Jones. They both now have payed for their crimes.
Jasmine only sobbed at the thought of how alone she was now. She had had James to lean on for so long after their older brother died. And now she had no one.
My Lady, O'Connolly said, We have trouble.
Jasmine quickly wiped the tears from her eyes even though she knew nothing could escape Ciaran. What is it?I don't know how he did it, but he followed us through the storm. she said now standing up, How is that possible?I don't know, but its not safe here anymore. Ciaran's eyes shown with a fear that Jasmine hardly ever saw. She knew he was worried they wouldn't get the ship off in time before being spotted.
What's going on? Elizabeth asked noting the fear in everyone's eyes.
Jasmine quickly placed James emblem around her neck and for a moment Elizabeth could have swore she saw a flash of light. What the bloody hell? she asked.
Jasmine said her voice shaking, I know I haven't given you many answers and I do intend to do so. But one of our family's greatest enemies has managed to track us here. Its not safe for any of us not even you. So please come with me, its the only way. Come with me and you shall know everything, but realize you are going to learn about James you could never comprehend. I'm not saying you have to come but ...you need to come.
Elizabeth shook her head, Well given those choices... She wasn't sure if this was the best course of action, but she was curious as to what this secret was James had kept for so long. She quickly gathered some things and they headed back into the storm.
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