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Post by Captain Morgan Barbossa on Oct 5, 2003 22:18:25 GMT -5
(Jack, it is SO tempting to just take off right now, but I know you'd be pissed if I tried to drag this out any longer, so Emma is gonna be nice and keep me occupied ) "Then ye'll be here fer a long time, mate...." ::Barbossa parried another swing, and was about to lunge forward again when he heard a large splash at the side of his ship. He and Jack both stopped fighting and turned to see what had happened. Suddenly, Jack took off toward the railing, shouting "Tobbs! Tobbs!!"::
::Barbossa looked around, unsure of what had just happened. What could have possibly meant more to Jack Sparrow than a fight to the death with his mortal enemy?::
::After a moment's hesitation, the reality of the situation finally sunk in. Jack had left him ungaurded, and with a perfect opportunity for escape! He sheathed his sword, and shot one last glance at the railing where Jack had just dove off. Then he began to race toward the helm::
::He had reached the bottom step, when he suddenly felt the sharp point of a sword against his back. He raised his hands slowly in the air, and tried to look back at his attacker. He heard the soft, yet cold, voice of a woman behind him::"Where d'ya think you're going, Barbossa? I don't remember Jack givin' ye permission ta leave, mate."::It was Emma Hawkins::
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Post by Emma Hawkins/Rick MacKinnon on Oct 5, 2003 22:30:40 GMT -5
Emma noticed that many of the sailors on the Pearl had returned,apparently to check on Tobbs and Jack.It worried her that they were leaving the Cutlass-and Barbossa-unguarded.She glanced back at Rick,then grabbed onto a rope and swung over to the other ship.
She made nearly no noise as her boots hit the deck.She looked around at the carnage,and saw one person movign towards the helm.
Barbossa.
Unsheathing her sword silently,she followed him.Hatred bubbled up inside of her.This man had kidnapped the twins,had tortured Jack into madness.But more importatly to her,he was the only person she could think of who might know where Saber was.Kat might never forgive her for leaving her behind if she didn't get Saber back,and Emma didn't know if she could stand that.
She held the tip of her blade to her enemy's back,and spoke,her voice soft and deadly."Where d'ya think you're going,Barbossa?I don't remember Jack givin' ye permission ta leave,mate..."
Not a flicker of her usual good-natured humor showed on her visage.She applied a bit of pressure to her sword,just enough that it drew blood.
"Where's Saber?"she demanded.
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Post by Captain Morgan Barbossa on Oct 5, 2003 23:09:44 GMT -5
::Barbossa turned around slowly, wincing slightly at the pain in his back::
"Well, well...ye be Emma, right? I don't think ye quite know who yer up against lass." ::He slowly drew his sword as he advanced upon her::
"Yer the only thing keepin' me from my escape. I can' let ye do that, ye know." ::He lunged forward suddenly, striking Emma's raised blade with his own:: "I see ye know how ta handle yer weapon... Good."
::He lunged again, bringing his sword down toward her shoulder::
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Post by Emma Hawkins/Rick MacKinnon on Oct 5, 2003 23:23:02 GMT -5
Emma moved out of range just in time,and swung her sword towards Barbossa's stomach.Her movements were smooth and practiced,and it was as Barbossa had said-she did indeed know how to handle her weapon.
"Aye,"she growled."An' I can' let yeh escape."As before,she was in her element as she fought.But this was different from the uncontrollable rage from before.Her fury was cold,calculated.She was determined to keep Barbossa from getting away,and to find out where Saber was.
By any means necessary.
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Post by Victoria Brighton on Oct 6, 2003 0:01:38 GMT -5
(*meeps at everyone's concern fer her and awwws*) *Tobbs felt herself falling. She closed her eyes and listened to all that was happening. She seemed to just fall, fall forever; her mind spinned, and she could faintly hear someone so familiar calling out her name from a distance. Suddenly, she was enwrapped in cold salty water. She'd hit the sea.*
*She opened her eyes slowly, not even feeling the salty burn of the sea against her newly opened wound. She just stared around her as she sunk deeper and deeper. Shards of light made their way down into the sea. To her right, she saw the bottom of the Pearl, to the left, she saw the bottom of the Cutlass. Twas like a dream almost. Everything around her was blue and beautiful.*
*She heard her mother singing to her now, a light melodious tune she'd sung to her before bedtime. It was about an old sailor going off to sea again. She smiled as the words echoed in her head.*
'Now the sea man, he was old His beard was thick, his character cold. But when he met his lady fair, Only joy and love remained, was there.
Oh sea man, sailor, come home from sea, Come home from sailing and see me, Oh sea man, sailor, come home from sea, And forever together we'll always be.'
*The song suddenly ended. She was beginning to close her eyes, when she saw a shape from the blue emerge. It swam fast towards her, and for a second she thought it to be a whale, or some fish, for it glided upon the light of the sun. But when it got closer, she saw twas...Jack. He'd come for her.*
*She felt him wrap his hands around her and swim up. She tried to kick her legs to help, but could not. She was too cold, too cold. She fell into darkness...she felt no more...*
*An echoing went on in her mind. She heard something...it seemed twas an eternity she'd spent in silence, but now she heard something...someone perhaps, someone calling her. The voice sounded pleadingly, and soon she could make out other voices. She knew the main voice though...somehow, she tried to listen.*
*Now she heard what it was saying. Twas Jack, telling her to answer back. She felt him cradling her in his arms, and she shivered as a breeze stirred. But as she shivered, she coughed and sputtered out some sea water that had caught in her lungs. She attempted to open her eyes, and though it seemed bright, she could see Jack above her. In a weak attempt, she tried to speak, and made a soft sound barely above a whisper, a bit choppy due to her shivers*
"D..d..die..on ya? A..a..an..n' leave ya...to all the fun?"
*She tried to grin, and realized they were still fighting. She saw others present, then looked back to Jack.*
"Jack, g..g..go get Barb..bbosa. I'll b..bbe fine, tis naught b..b..bbut a scratch. Gggo on, don' let 'em gget away."
*Then, looking to the others, she had a faint grin upon her face.*
"An' g..gggo fight on! Just carry me to any room. Don' lettem' g..g.gget away, an' g...ggget a 'it fer me!"
*In a somewhat tired, painful, and shivering sigh, Tobbs couldn't keep her eyes open any longer. She closed her eyes and fell back into a coma-like sleep.*
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Post by Arayel Montclaire on Oct 6, 2003 16:31:31 GMT -5
Arayel finished her latest oppnent with a thrust from her sword and kicked the man off her balde. That would teach them to try and board the pearl, when suddenly she saw Emma swing over with Rick. He was hurt. She rushed over as Emma was bandaging him, and while she could tell the wound wasn't fatal it was definitely in need of stitching. As Emma went off to mend the cannons she came up to rick telling him to keep still as she rummaged for the curved needle and spool of linnen thread she always carried. THough she soon heard a splash from the side of the pearl and heard Jacks voice calling from on the cutlass. "Tobbs!" Arayels brow furrowed, as she turned back to Rick knowing full well Jack would save Tobbs. Her glare deepened as she noticed that he had gone to help Emma pull the two fallen sailors up. she sighed and went to help. Once jack and Tobbs ere on board she followed Emma as she led Rick back and made him sit once again. Shking her head she dosed the needle still in her hand with rum to sterelize it then looked to Rick. * I'll make this as quick and painless as possible mate. *She said as she stitched him up. Finally finishing with this patient she moved over to the circle around Jack and Tobbs and pushed her way to the fore in time to here Tobbs words.* Aye Jack, ye get Barbossa, I'll take care of her for you. *Arayel said As she kneeled by Tobbs side.* I'll take her into the room Elizabeth and the kiddies are and patch her up there.
(ooc: Okies that takes care of Arayel, I'll be back in a bit for a Lizzy post hopefully, but I have to go do some things right quick *hads had a busy couple days*)
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Post by Jack Sparrow on Oct 6, 2003 18:01:48 GMT -5
:Jack looked at Tobbs, as if terrifed she'd just vanish on him. Jack's hand moved deftly to his sleeve he ripped it off at the shoulder, and quickly held it over Tobbs's wound. It was letting out to much blood for his liking and he set his jaw in a attempt not to howl curses at the top of his lungs.:
:When Tobb's spoke he nearly did a back flip from the joy of it, but picked her up and giving Arayal a pleading look that begged her to follow him, moved towards his cabin and placed her on his bed.: "Take care of her...." He said, but it was a plea...not a command. He felt helpless:
:Then he lended down, placed a kiss that was far to gentle for someone who looked as crazy as Jack did, on her forehead, before breaking into a run and sprinted across the deck for the Cutlass. Grabbing a rope he swung to the Cutlass's deck and landed with a thump.:
:He saw, to his great pride and half awe that Emma was squared off with Barbossa. He grinned as he made a sort of half saunter over to them, his sword drawn:
"Thanks Emma.." He said with a grin, his voice just loud enough for her to hear. "do you mind if I cut in, mate?" He asked, placing himself in a position to resume fighting.:
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Post by Arayel Montclaire on Oct 6, 2003 19:00:38 GMT -5
*Arayel caught the look on Jacks face as he picked up Tobbs and followed without a word. She kept back as he lay Tobbs on the bed and turned to admire a painting on the nearby wall as to afford him some small amount of privacy. When he pleaded with her to take care of Tobbs she nodded her head, her eyes compasionate.* I'll do what I can mate. *She said before collecting things she knew she would need to tend to Tobbs injuries. After having collected everything she inspected the now unconicous woman with a sigh* Yer right lucky to be alive mate. *She saaid quietly as she took the bottle of rum she knew shed find in the captains quarters and cleased the wounds gently. then taking and lighting a candle she passed her hooked needle through the flame. Alowing it to cool she took a small bottle of powdered bistort root and laced the wounds gently, the bleeding stoped nearly immediately. Nodding in satisfaction she threaded the needle and stitch the wounds carefully, before finally cleaning away the fresh and dried blood with water. Once she was finished she covered Tobbs gently with a sheet and left a glass of water and two caplets on the night stand before sitting in a nearby chair wiping her hands on the hem of her once white blouse, wathcing her patient and waiting for movement*
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Post by Emma Hawkins/Rick MacKinnon on Oct 6, 2003 19:28:19 GMT -5
Rick bit his lip as Arayel stitched up his wound.He made no noise,for he knew it was for his own good,but that didn't stop it from hurting.When Arayel finished,he grinned at her."Thanks,mate," he breathed.
Emma turned only her head as Jack approached,her sword still raised.She gave a slight nod."O' course,Jack.'E's all yours."she lowered her voice enough that Barbossa couldn't hear."But if yeh can,please do somethin' for me,Jack.Find out what 'appened to Saber.Kat'll never forgive me if I can't find 'er...."She gave a slight bow,almost jokingly,and stepped back,leaving Barbossa to Jack.
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Post by Jack Sparrow on Oct 6, 2003 19:35:30 GMT -5
:Jack gave Emma a ridiculously gracious bow before turning to Barbossa, a odd grin on his face:
"Well mate.....The lady wants to know what ye did to one of me crew....by the name o' Saber...you best be talkin' mate.....it might buy you some time....." He glared at Barbossa, alert, ready for any move Barbossa would try.:
:In fact....he was almost to alert for normal...he seemed overly focused on the task at hand...ready to move on the instant..:
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Post by Evelyn on Oct 6, 2003 20:23:32 GMT -5
Evelyn looked around at the sails of the Cutlass and sighed. "Well nothin' more could be done." she thought and went to fetch her sword as she noticed Jack and Barbossa ready to duel. She knew only they could settle this matter now, once and for all. Then another wave of pirates from the Cutlass swung over, a last defense she believed as they were very few on the Cutlass now. "Aha, the fight!" she said happily and backed up as they landed on the deck in front of the gunwalls. Evelyn thrusted, but he parried, he parried once more and with a quick movement finished him off. "Prepare yerselves mates!" she shouted to the rest of the Pearls' crew. To the death...
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Post by Emma Hawkins/Rick MacKinnon on Oct 6, 2003 20:39:22 GMT -5
Emma watched Jack and Barbossa face off for a mkoment,then saw something out of the corner of her eye that made her heart skip a beat.As a group of pirates swung from the Cutlass to the Pearl,one thought rose to the top of her mind.She had to protect Rick.
Completely ignoring Jack and Barbossa,she grabbed a rope and swung once again over to the Black Pearl,landing catlike on the deck.
Rick was watching the battle from behind a stack of supplies,having decided that scaring Emma to death by fighiting in his condition was a bad idea.He watched the action,wishing that he could be in the action.
Suddenly,he heard footsteps behind him.He turned around,to see a man approaching him,sword leveled nvery near Rick's neck.
"Rick,get down!"
Rick dropped to the ground,just as a knife flew over his head and into his attacker.Emma dashed over and retrieved her knife,and gave Rick a half-smile.
"Can' even stay out of trouble for a few minutes,can yeh,Rick?"
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Post by Captain Morgan Barbossa on Oct 6, 2003 21:36:05 GMT -5
::Barbossa swung his sword down to block Emma's attack, and pushed her a few steps back in the process. Then he looked her in the eye, and smiled:: "Ye've a lot o' nerve ta stand against me, lass. An' all alone too..."
::Suddenly, out of the corner of his eye, Barbossa saw the figure of Jack Sparrow calmly making his way over to them. The Captain lowered his sword, and turned to watch Jack as he stepped up next to Emma and muttered something to her. She glared at Barbossa one last time, before heading off toward the Pearl::
"Well mate...the lady wants to know what ye did with one of me crew....by the name o' Saber."
::Barbossa simply laughed:: "Ah yes, Saber...'ow could I forget 'er? Even while she was walkin' the plank, she was full o' pride. Too bad she was loyal ta ye, mate...she woulda made a fine member o' me crew."
::Jack's eyes filled with rage at the Captain's laughter:: "I'll only say it once more Barbossa.... Where.is.she?"
::Barbossa narrowed his eyes, the smile on his face un-faltering:: "Last I saw, she was swimmin' away toward the horizon, with not an island in sight. If she 'asn't drowned by now, she makin' a nice meal fer the sharks." ::Of course he was lying, but there was no way for Jack to know that. Saber was probably still on Rum Island for all Barbossa knew....or cared:: "Sorry ta break ye the news, mate, but what can I say? ...Once a pirate, always a pirate, eh?."
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Post by Elizabeth Swann/Turner on Oct 6, 2003 23:24:24 GMT -5
*Elizabeth sat in the cabin huddled with her children. She had to admit, at least to herself, she was slightly on edge. And when someone knoclked on the door, it took all that she had not to jump a mile.* You stay here darlings. *She said to Catherine and James, who both nodded slightly. She sighed in relief and opened the door when she heard Sarah's voice* Of course come in. *She said as Sarah rushed in the room with them. She gave her a huggle then turned when yet another knock came upon the door, this time Maria. She looked exhausted as she entered the room and nearly collapsed. Elizabeth caught her and guided her to a chair.* Here Maria, sit rest. *She said as she looked anxiously at her sister in law.* Are you quite well? *She didn't have time to answer as the door, that she had forgotten to lock once more creaked open. All theree women looked up in astonishment as Will found his way in Elizabeth gasped as her hands flew to her face when she saw him.* Will you're hurt! *She cried even as James ran up to his daddy and gave him a large hug, causing will to wince in pain. Elizabeth, pulled their young son away gently, and as she did so he looked up and asked if his daddy was ok.* Daddy's going to be fie baby. *She said at the same time Will answered, while shooting him a look that said you are aren't you? But then before she knew whta happened a large commotion drew Will back outside. She follwowed to a small group about Tobbs and Jack. Elizabeth gasped as she saw the condition Tobs was in, but then saw a red haired girl make her way to them and they took her into Jacks quarters. As she turned about she realized Catherine and James had followed her out and were looking on wide eyed. She quickly ushered them back into the room and shut the door behind her.* Moomy, will that lady be all right? *Catherine asked her in a trembling voice* Yes hunny. *She said laying her hand on Catherines shoulder and trying hard for her own voice not to tremble. *I hope... She thought to herself as she leaned against the door and covered her eyes with her hands wearily*
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Jacqueline Raven
Apprentice/Of the Crew
Tortuga Citizen
~when we reach the horizon..we'll either be dead or very unhappy!~
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Post by Jacqueline Raven on Oct 7, 2003 3:08:44 GMT -5
*Jacqueline quickly placed her sword to block the sword heading straight for her chest. She grinned when the woman gave her "a compliment".* "Well now, ya got reflexes I admit. Pwetty quick. But yer footing is all off. Let's see 'ow you'll do when I do...this!"
*Jacky didn't replied, just defended herself, fighting the instinct to kill of the woman attacking her. She did almost slashed her opponents arm and saw the dismay in the face of the woman. Perhaps she had hoped to get an easy kill? She thought grim to herself. They continued a while like this and Jacky blocked practically every move, both not going anywhere with a fight like this. Suddenly however her opponent called out to Maria.*"Take over, and protect your nephew, niece, and sister-in-law!"
*Surprised Jacky eyed the woman in front of her, suddenly having her sword slammed down by a hard blow. When she moved her sword to retaliate another woman stood in front of her, Maria.* "Aye, 'oes Sparrow only 'ave women on his little ship? All to protect these kids...whose are they anyway? I do not wish to harm them ye know? Com'on if ye wish to fight me...promise you won't run off like her! Ye aren't afraid are ye?"
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