Aboard the Black Swan | P.JM |

Caught

Previously...

But then I witnessed the raising of a flag. It was a black flag with two trapeziums and a rip in the middle (basically the BTS logo with a rip in the centre.) and the letter S.S. At the bottom.

And that was when I knew that I had screwed up big time. I had boarded....sneakily boarded....a Pirate ship.

Y/N POV

I gulped. Then cursed at myself. Why would a pirate ship be at a Trade Harbour? They aren't that stupid to not know that the Englishmen would practically annihilate them. But then I didn't have time to think about any of that. I had to hide until the ship moors at the next stop.

I observed the deck. There were 5 men talking among themselves. The Captain was nowhere to be seen. When no one was looking, I quickly jumped and hid behind the huge masts. My eyes spotted the huge barrels in the corner and I had an idea. Maybe I can hide in one of the empty barrels until the ship stops.

Now to get to those barrels without being seen...

All the 5 men went below deck. I took my chance and slid down to the deck. I slowly creeped towards the wheat barrels. But of course not everything goes well. Sometimes there are problems. And mine was the stupid dress getting caught in a mast nail. I tried to free it but it only got even more twisted.

I cursed under my breath as I heard footsteps approaching in my direction. I pulled at the dress with all my strength and it tore. But at least I was free! I quickly hid behind a barrel, praying that I wouldn't be spotted. Then I heard a voice.

"This is a good haul. Cap's going to be happy." The voice said. It sounded....deeper than the ocean and quite attractive. Since when did pirates have such nice voices?

"Isn't he always happy with our work?" Another voice said. But this voice was as light as a feather and...almost melodious. This is seriously confusing. Pirates don't have such attractive voices....

"I suppose...I mean we're just that good..." the Deep Voice said. Then they both chuckled.

"So where does this go?" The Deep Voice asked.

"Straight to Sirenvale." The other answered. My heart stalled. Sirenvale...as in the Pirate Capital? But...that's 5 hours away! That's it...everything's over and I'm gonna die. I thought. Then the footsteps walked away.

I slowly peeked up to see two men walking away. One of them was the Captain, judging my his clothes and the fancy hat. I quickly slid over to the barrels and started to work. I shook each barrel lightly. With each barrel my heart beat faster. At the very last barrel, I prayed that it was empty. But...it wasn't.

My breathing became uneven as my thoughts raced. I don't have a place to hide...I'm going to get caught and they will make me walk the plank and I am going to die.

No. I am not giving up this easily. I survived for 14 years. I can survive for the next 5 hours..

I looked around. The Caption and another crewman were at the helm with their backs turned towards me. My eyes fell on the door to the Captain's Cabin. This is going to be so so dangerous but I have no other choice. I sprinted to the other side of the deck with light footsteps and pressed my back against the wall.

I took a deep breath. If there was someone in the Cabin, it would be the end for me. I gathered up my courage and looked inside...it was empty! I thanked the heavens as I went in and closed the door without making any noise.

There was a huge trunk in the corner. Enough to fit my tiny body. But of course, it was locked. I took out my trusty pin and started picking the lock. It was much more complicated. I juggled the pin as fast as I could but then, I heard footsteps above me. The Captain was coming down!

I frantically looked around. The bed. It had a gap just enough to hide me. I hit the ground and rolled in just as the door widened and I heard the Captain say "I'll be here if you need me."

Okay so the one with the light voice was the Captain. Things are going the opposite from what I have heard...

I saw the Captain's leather boots coming towards the bed, and it creaked as he sat down on it. He sighed and started removing his boots. After that, he lifted his legs and laid down on the bed. I can't possibly pick the lock now that the Captain was here. My best bet was to wait till the Captain fell asleep and go for the door.

10 minutes later, the whole ship was pin drop silent. Now was my chance. I crept out from underneath the bed slowly, and got up. Then I tiptoed towards the door. I was smiling as I almost reached the handle.

"My my....what is a lovely lady like you doing on a pirate ship?" A melodious voice said behind me. I froze as if my blood had turned to ice. And my mind went blank except for a constant repetition of you're dead you're dead you're dead.

You have been caught!

"Stay right where you are, and don't move." The Captain whispered. As if I can. I heard the bed creak and the sound of footsteps. They stopped right behind me and I could literally feel his presence. It made my hair stand on end.

"Now tell me...what are you doing here?" His melodious voice had turned cold and raspy, sending chills up my spine.

"...I-I...." Was all I could get out. It felt as if my throat had been closed off due to fear. Maybe it had.

"Turn around." The Captain said. I slowly turned and stared at the floor, too afraid to look at his face.

"My eyes are up here." He said. I flinched and finally raised my eyes to meet his. And I was met with the most coldest and sharpest gaze I have ever seen.

But his face surprised me. He was...handsome, to be honest. But my eyes wouldn't leave his. They were intimidating and scary, but beautiful. It was like a spell, drawing me in before it devoured me.

Suddenly, the Captain took a step forward. I stumbled back. This kept going until I came in contact with the door. No way I am letting him come closer to me. Even though he is really good-looking. Wait WHAT AM I EVEN THINKING???

I grabbed the handle and stumbled out into the light. Where everyone could see me. Great.

"Captain! Who is that?" The guy at the steer yelled. "Intruder! Get her!" A crewman shouted and 3 pairs of filthy hands grabbed me. I struggled with what energy I had left as the Captain approached me, now with a slight smirk visible on his face.

He chuckled. "Did you really think you could just get on my ship without me noticing? I saw you from the moment you peeked your head from the bow spirit. I was waiting until you let yourself get caught." Then he took out a piece of fabric and my eyes widened.

"I found this on a mast nail. Clearly belonged to a dress. Yours, right?" He said, waving the fabric in front of my nose.

"I am going to ask you one last time. Why are you here?" He asked. I just stared at him in fear. Then he scoffed.

"Where are my manners? And in front of a lady no less. I am Captain Park Jimin. And welcome aboard the S.S.Serendipity."

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Annnnd a cliffie for you all! I know I am evil *laughs in evil

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