//------------------------------// // Chapter 1: Job Offer // Story: Equestria's Black Flag // by YeetingHunter //------------------------------// Edward Kenway was currently docked at a small fishing village. With his sails being raised, he stepped off the ship to admire the Jackdaw. The sunset gave it a warm look that most would consider majestic, but Kenway saw it as a completed goal. His black flag was wiping around in the open air as the ocean wind blew. His mind was wondering to his past, his lost friends, and his battles at sea. his thoughts were interrupted by one of his crew shouting, "Capin'! would you like the crew to repair the ship?!" "Aye, repair any damage done to the Jackdaw!" Shouted Kenway. With a nod, his crew began repairs on the Jackdaw. Now out of his thoughts, Kenway strolled through the small town, wondering about his daughter. He left her back in England with a babysitter, or nanny. Shaking his head, Kenway continued walking to his wanted destination. Kenway was offered a rather interesting job. He was to kidnap someone of great importance. This person happened to be the ruler of the, newly discovered, land of Equestria. Kenway smiled, for he had been there plundering the ships of Equestria on several trips. Getting back on track, the assigned assignment was that he had to capture Princess Celestia, the day warden of Equestria. He was on his way to his employer, Regtion Houston. Regtion was giving Kenway, if the job was done correctly, 100,000 bits, or about 125,000 pounds. At first Kenway wasn't to sure about the job, but after some talk with the crew, he had decided to go for the payout, but he was going to work alone; he was going to work like a assassin. Edward reached the house he was looking for. At least you could call it a house. In Kenway's opinion it was more of a miniature manor. It was two stories tall and looked to be able to comfortably fit three large families. The manor had a large chimney with a roof made of stone shingles. The outside wood was painted a light grey, almost white color. It had several windows in the front, but only god could guess how many more the building held. Walking up to the door, Kenway knocked. he waited several minutes before knocking again, but harder this time. Still no answer. He raised his hand to give a final knock, but the door flung open, reviling a average built man with a towel around his waist. a few meters behind him was a women with a towel across her breast, keeping her upper and lower areas covered. Shaking his head, Kenway said, "I am, Captain Kenway of the Jackdaw. You are Regtion Houston, correct?" "No, he is my father. Give me a few minutes to get dressed and I will take you to the old man." said the naked man. Kenway nodded his hooded head and walked down from the porch to sit down on one of the stairs, while waiting for the mans return. } 10 Minutes later { After the short wait, the now dressed man approached Edward. Hearing his steps the assassin stood up, waiting for the young man to pass. The man passed, but seemed angered. "Hey, mate, why are you acting pissy?" "My names not 'mate' and you interrupted me in my ... deed.'' the young man said "Aye, that I did." Kenway said with a smirk. "How is your company, if you don't mind me asking?" The young man chuckled, "Thinking of bedding my wife, are we?" "Every man has his secrets." Edward said. The young man gave a small smile before stopping at a small tavern. "My old man is in there, and by the way, names Gabe." Gabe said. Nodding, Edward walked into the small tavern's square. He spotted the man he was looking for in a old looking chair, being served by a waitress. Edward walked across the dance floor, dodging dancing couples and groups of friends. upon reaching the old man, Edward got a good look at his employer. He had a grey five o'clock shadow. His eyes were pale blue. His cloths were quite normal, which confused Kenway, considering the man's wealth. "You must be Mr. Kenway , a pleasure." the man said with a cough. "Aye, likewise." Edward said. "Now before we get to our deal, I need proof of your rumored skills." Regtion said while taking a swig of his drink. "What do you have in mind, mate?" Asked Kenway "There is a British brig docked on the outer area of island. The captain has a neckless with a Cristian cross on it. Kill him and bring it to me." The elder man informed. The assassin nodded his head, but only though of one thing, 'Templars'. Suddenly, he was tackled to the ground by a figure. Edward brought his elbow back, hitting his assaulter in jaw, making him jump back and yell in pain. Quickly getting to his feet, Edward looked at his attacker, but found about 7 British soldiers. 5 average, sword wielding soldiers, while the other two had knives. The injured one was rubbing his jaw, while the others drew their weapons. Kenway, grinning, drew both of his swords, and got into his combat position. One of the sword wielding soldiers spun, and swung his sword at Kenway, only to have it swatted away by a opposing blade. Edward spun his sword into a vice grip and spun, impaling the soldier through the back. The swords blade erupted from the red clothed man's chest, and its twin also erupted from his chest. For good measure, Edward lifted the man up before dropping the corpse off his sword's blades. Turning his attention back to the other 6 guards, Another identical guard swung his sword towards Edward, but it was parried. With the guard off balance, Kenway raised both swords, and came down, cutting into the guard's uniform and flesh, but only to come back up, slicing into the chest and throat of the soldier. The motion made the guard fall backwards onto his back. Looking back up, Kenway found that both of the knife wielding guards were swinging at him. Edward sidestepped to the left, dodging both assaulters. Edwards swung one of his swords, slicing through the neck of a soldier, killing him. Edward kicked the falling body into a recovering soldier, who was knocked to his back from the body. The soldier rolled the body off, but only to meet Edwards sword tip piercing through his throat. Deciding it was time to end the fight, Edward sheathed his swords to his sides and pulled out 1 of his 4 pistols. Looking over the last soldiers, Edward pointed, quickly fired the pistol, but just a quick pulled out another pistol. After taking another shot, he sheathed his pistols, only to pull out two loaded ones. Firing both at once, he hit both of the last soldiers directly between the eyes. Like the other two he shot, there bodies fell to the ground, dead. Sheathing his last pistols, he turned towards a grinning, clapping old man. "Well done, Mr. Kenway, but I am afraid I must depart. I suggest checking on your ship." Regtion stood up and started to walk towards his manor, but he looked over his shoulder before saying, "Don't forget our agreement, Mr. Kenway." and continued walking. He was about to start looking for his target, but was interrupted by the sound of firing cannons coming from the direction of the Jackdaw. Realizing his ship was being attacked, Kenway broke off into a full sprint towards the Jackdaw, muttering, "God damn it." } Equestria: Earlier that day { Princess Celestia was sitting on her throne with her elbow against the armrest, with her hand against her cheek, supporting her head. She was very board, but had to wait on news regarding the pirate that had been plundering her ships. She let out a sigh as she sat in her throne, trying to think of something to take her mind off being board, but was filled with wonder when one of her scouts came bursting through the throne room doors. "Princess! We have a location on the pirate!" Surprised, Celestia asked, "Where is the pirate?" "In a small fishing village about 20 miles of the coast of Equestria." Answered the scout. "hmm, send 3 brigs to destroy the ship, but bring the captain back alive if you can, for, I wish to speak to this pirate." Celestia said. After saluting, the scout ran out the doors to get the ships ready...