Beta males hate and envy alpha males, and masculine men in general because real men have bigger dicks than them.

Likewise, beta females hate and envy alpha females because alpha females are not only hotter, but also have ripped, muscular boyfriends with bigger dicks than the beta male, 2 inch micro-penis toting boyfriends who are the only option for beta females.

I like that last sentence. Lol.

Interesting look at what might have happened.

"Elizabeth was marveling at the short but intensely vivid dream that she had experienced; one that had held promises of freedom and adventure."

Nice addition to the story. Makes one gasp and think oh no! What she'll miss!

Very well composed and an easy read, although I am rather relieved your scenario is hypothetical! ;)

Nicely done!

Cheers!

Nytd

Finally! I am able to review. My computer has been having fits of distemper; perhaps a rabid e-dog bit it when I wasn't around?

I truly liked this story. I felt the characters stayed true to life, even in an AU, especially Jack (Whoops! Captain Jack.). The only thing missing is an actual Will spotting. I wonder what would have happened...

Amazing how one small thing can make such a difference.

The utter irony! The irony of what Governor Swann thought! XD

No, I haven't gone back to bed yet, so I will keep this brief. I disagree on one part-"William Turner might be many things but foolish was not among them." ...unless the butterfly effect changed this, too...I believe he is still foolish. Being, you know, Will. And all. In fact, I'm of the firm belief that Will would've still become the captain of the Dutchman, one way or other...

That's just me being difficult for you.

-MJ-

Ha! Cute.

Wonderful, pie! I loved it very much!

I'm not much of an Elizabeth fan (see: not at all) but I really adored this. My favorite of all the entries, methinks. I only have one to go, so you're likely to retain that title. Great job. :)

Favorite line: "Both men strained to catch her words as she mumbled incoherently about Pirate Lords, sea beasts and the edge of the world."

I guffawed. ;)

Good luck on the challenge!

Well, you kept this one quiet! ;)

I believe it was Ted and Terry who said that CotBP was basically a story about a corset, and you've proved it with this fic. Without the 'Swann' dive, none of the subsequent events of the film would have happened. I like the way you have still tied this into the movie by using the hanging scene. It does leave me wondering though, what Jack got up to in Port Royal and how he was captured. You've done a great job with all the characters as usual.

Great stuff! :)

Excellent! Jack's death is haunting, and the consequence of chance circumstance is disturbing. Very well done!

Hey pie!

Reading your fic reminded me of how long it's been since I've ventured into this fandom-the last time being a couple weeks after the first movie came out in theaters, I think.

Your style is perfect for the PotC category-the way you write makes the fanfic seem so very authentic. I found the dialogue to be realistic as well.

There are so many things in this fanfic that I've never thought of before and would never have if I hadn't read this. I knew Elizabeth fainting and falling into the sea was significant, but I never fully realized just how significant it was. I'll never be able to watch that scene the same again. Another thing I wouldn't have though of was Will not being able to attend Elizabeth and Norrington's wedding. That paragraph made my mouth go 'O'. ;]

I loved how some bits paralleled the actual movie. I thought that was so cool and they flowed seamlessly into your fic! The ending line was my favorite and it made me laugh out loud! ]

Good luck with the challenge!

-san

Excellent tale, Pie! Added to my C2, My Favourite Tales.

Interesting, it is like the whole thing never happened. Although I would like to know what happens with the marriage between Elizabeth and James and if Will intervenes. But since this is a one-shot alas! Good luck in the contest!

Wow! I don't know what to say except to say that you've left me completely speechless, Pie! This is a very unfamiliar fandom to me and yet you've captured my interest from the very beginning which I must say is quite a feat considering my short attention span. :P

I loved how concise yet descriptive you were. You truly have a way with words and a unique vocabulary usage. I don't think that I've read something so...intelligent before! This fic truly sounds and looks as if it was written by a mature, serious person rather than a fangirl (even ones who aren't as rabid as the ones that dominate this site).

The dialogue and the setting were simply superb. The former was so easy to follow while the latter was described quite well enough to formulate the scene in my mind. I consider these attributes to be one of excellen quality writing. Everything flowed nicely and the words were able to be turned into pictures which in turn became a movie-like projection in my mind. So great job with that.

Another thing I liked about your fic was how much you were able to develop the main character (Elizabeth) to resonate with your readers (or at the very least, me). I was able to understand the lack of comfort that Elizabeth was feeling and was able to feel sympathy and kinship with her. I once had a dress that was extremely tight that it chaffed me and I couldn't do anything about it because I was in public. So thanks for allowing me, as a reader, to feel something for your character. It makes the story all the more powerful.

And great job with the ending! It was humorous in a unique way (not like those horrible hollow, so-called cliff-hanging ones). I was able to snicker and feel amused by the governor's response to Elizabeth's predicament.

Lastly, that title is superb! You really did capture the essence of the fic in one, well-written, condensed title. Excellent job! I truly enjoyed reading this fic and I wish you the best of luck in the challenge.

You truly have amazing talent, Pie. Keep up with the good work. I know that you worked really hard on this. ]

I love it! You did a great job with keeping everyone in character. I never read a 'what if' fanfic with Jack actually being hung. That was something different in a good way. I'm not dissing Jack. LOL! I love the idea about the corset as well. Very creative. :0)

Beth

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