A/N: I honestly don't know where I'll end up going with this one, all I know is WE NEED MORE OF THIS CROSSOVER! Anyways – all rights belong to each individual author leaving only the plot and any made up characters to me and yada, yada, yada. You guys know the drill! I hope I do this justice, I really love where my plot bunnies are going with this idea. R&R and let me know how you feel on it ~ X
It had been days, years, and slowly it all turned in to centuries as she journeyed from country to country looking for a place to stay steady in. Her decision to remain in feudal Japan may have been a regretful one as she reminisced on the events that followed after the completion of the sacred jewel.
"I know Kirara, I'm hungry as well." She replied softly as her loyal companion meowed in her ear. The small feline nuzzled against her cheek before jumping down and transforming in to her original form. Fire engulfed her small body and gave way as her monstrous figure took over. Fangs barred and tails aflame she turned towards the petite priestess and beckoned her to hop on.
"Kagome! Kagome wait!" A childish voice called out causing her to halt her movements as she awaited the third party to her small group.
"Shippo I warned you not to dally around the falls, now we'll be late in getting away." She scolded slightly as the jubilant demon child hopped on their ride.
"I know, I just wanted to collect some herbs real fast. I want to make sure I don't forget everything Kaede and Miroku had taught me." He replied softly, pain flashed across his emerald orbs as she tried to keep a strong façade. Memories she had tried so hard to bury surfaced once more as she closed her eyes and allowed a stray tear to fall down her cheek. Kirara turned towards the ailing girl and licked the saltiness away before trying her best to comfort her mistress. Shippo grew quiet as he tucked his face in to her furry pelt in an attempt to hide his sorrow.
"It's okay little one, I miss them as much as you do." Kagome comforted before hopping on to Kirara and pulling Shippo's tiny form towards her own. He nestled himself close to her warmth as she hummed a soft lullaby. Kirara roared her satisfaction as she took to the skies and towards a new destination. Kagome ran her fingers through Shippo's long tresses as he allowed the beckoning of sleep to claim him. Night fell upon the group as Kirara flew steadily across the moon lit sky, Kagome could only look down at the small bit of earth beneath her as she let out a sigh and thought over the past few centuries and all of the villages, towns, and cities they had been in. Traveling so much wasn't good for Shippo and she knew it as she looked down at the growing circles under his eyes. He was still a child in yokai years and needed much more than what she gave at the moment. But being cursed with immortality had its downfall as she placed her attention on the glowing pink jewel adorning her slender neck.
It took the trio a few weeks to settle in to the new and unfamiliar continent as Kagome rid herself of her Japanese garbs and opted for the traditional Victorian dresses. Shippo had been hesitant to rid of his beloved hakamas but soon agreed that blending in was better as they began to make themselves at home in nineteenth century London. Kagome furrowed her eyebrows together as they walked the markets and looked around, Shippo was excited to look through windows while Kirara stayed put atop his head.
"Be careful darling." Kagome called out to him as she followed close behind. She was nervous to say the least as she looked inside her change purse and realized they were on a tight budget. With renting a room at an Inn and the food it took to keep all three satiated, it was a wonder she could pull off buying their clothes as Shippo stopped in front of a toy shop window and peeked through the glass.
"Mother, can I get that please?" He questioned her, his accent still a bit thick even though it took him less than a week to grow accustomed to the English language. Kirara meowed in response as she pawed at the window softly, Kagome smiled with a calculating gaze as the small boy looked up at her pleadingly.
"Darling you know we are on a budget, if I find work than we will be able to spare something for a toy but at the moment I will have to say no." She stated softly before bending down to his eye level and putting a hand on his shoulder. Emerald orbs watered a bit but he nodded his head in understanding before climbing in to her arms and allowing her to carry him around.
"Mother." He called out causing Kagome to turn slightly in surprise, she still couldn't get used to the fact that he opted for that nickname as she turned her gaze towards a little girl he was pointing to. The child was crying excessively as bright green orbs looked around, frantically searching for something or someone. Without a second thought Kagome walked over to the ailing young girl and bent down to her level as Shippo pulled away from her grip and stayed at her side.
"Are you lost sweetheart?" Kagome questioned in a tender voice as the little girl wiped another tear from her eye. She nodded hesitantly before looking around once more, golden curls bouncing under the sunlight as she returned her attention to the older woman.
"I can't find my maid or butler, I think I've lost them." Kagome frowned at the idea of losing a child as she nodded her understanding and stood up. Shippo offered her a toothy grin as Kirara meowed a hello. The little girl squealed at the adorable kitten before taking Kagome by the hand and walking around.
"Where was it you last saw them honey?" The older woman questioned as she looked around.
"I had asked them to stay close by while I shopped around the boutique, I was looking for an outfit for my fiancée and when I came back out they were nowhere to be found." Shippo raised an eyebrow curiously as the little girl mentioned a fiancée while Kagome chose to keep her thoughts to herself. These were after all different times and customs as she pushed the judgmental ideas away and walked on.
"My lady Elizabeth I have been looking everywhere for you!" A tall male called out as he rushed towards the little girl in a panic. Kagome rolled her eyes at the insincerity before freezing as she felt the presence of a demonic aura. Blue eyes clashed with olive as she disguised her own energy and forced a smile, hiding her true feelings as she held Shippo closer to her.
"I'm sure you have!" The young girl replied sarcastically before turning to Kagome and never letting go of her hand. "You shall come back to the mansion with me, I will make my mother turn you in to one of my maids!"
"That is too kind of you my dear but don't you think you should get to know somebody first before offering them a job? After all, you don't know what kind of creature they could turn out to be." Kagome's comment caught the tall male off guard as he cocked a brow up and backed away slightly. He then proceeded to retain his naïve mask and smiled timidly at the young girl as she dragged Kagome and Shippo with her in to the awaiting carriage. Shippo kept close to Kagome as Kirara curled up in her lap.
"So, what is your name? You look like you're not from around here. Is that your son? He is so cute! How old is he? What about the kitty? I've never seen one as beautiful as that one, do you think I could pet her? Is it a her?" Shippo looked up at his mother figure before turning towards Elizabeth as she opened her mouth to ask more questions.
"My name is Kagome, and we are from Japan. This is my son Shippo and he is seven years old. The kitten is named Kirara and yes you may pet her." Elizabeth squealed in delight before moving to Kagome's free side and petting Kirara lovingly, she purred in response before dozing off for another cat nap as the steady stride of the carriage lulled her to sleep. Pretty soon both children were leaned against Kagome and dozing off leaving the young woman to her thoughts as she stared out through the small window.
'I remember vaguely the information Sesshomaru had told me about the differences yokai and demons have.' A sigh escaped her lips as she turned her gaze towards the side windows closer to her. 'But I have to find out for sure whether this one is dangerous or just a lesser one looking for stability.'
"Mother?" A small voice whispered causing her attention to fall on the small child beside her. She brushed her fingers through his hair and hummed a small lullaby earning a smile from the ailing child as he scooted as close as he could. Elizabeth mimicked his movements as she positioned her head on to Kagome's lap and cuddled in to her warmth.
"My little ones." Kagome smiled as she patted both their heads, completely unaware of the green eyes staring at her as the carriage came to a halt.
"Madame, I believe we have arrived." His cheery voice called out earning a nod from Kagome as she moved to wake the children. He stood outside and kept the door open as other servants came out and assisted her with the bags and finely wrapped boxes in the back.
"Mother will be thrilled, she's been looking for a nanny for me and it'll be wonderful to have a play mate." Elizabeth went on as she hopped down, Kagome could only smile and nod as she followed after her. Shippo continued to sleep in her arms as Kirara moved to sit on her shoulder.
"If I may be so blunt my little lady I know that we just met but are you positive your mother will be…..fond of me?" She knew very little of what aristocratic society was like but she knew as a parent she wouldn't want to hire anybody right off the street.
"As long as I say so mother will be fond of you. You aren't like other people Ka-go-me" The older woman had to laugh as Elizabeth looked up at the sky innocently, trying her best to get used to the foreign name. She was just too adorable for her own good as she put a finger to her chin and thought a little harder. "You feel….nice to be around. More than nice, actually, you feel safe and pure like an angel maybe? I don't know but I know I like that feeling and want you to stay."
"As lovely as that sounds my dear I'm afraid the decision will ultimately be up to your mother." Elizabeth nodded with a smile as she grabbed Kagome by the hand and ran inside, the older woman caught up with ease as the child ran up the many flights of stairs and down a long hallway in to a magnificent study.
"Mother!" She called out towards a strict and uptight looking woman clad in an ornate dress, white gloves, and beaded necklace. Her hair was pulled back in to a tight bun complete with cowlick and a tight curl as a firm scowl marred her pretty face. The woman seemed highly displeased with the intrusion as she let out a deep sigh and stood up.
"Elizabeth, what have I explained to you? If mother is in her study it means what?" Kagome bit back the growl she knew was about to come out as Elizabeth fell behind her in fear. An awkward pause went by as Kagome tried to coax the child back in front of her, a warm smile and a gentle push later Elizabeth returned to her bubbly self as she ran up to her mother and explained exactly why she was there.
"You picked this woman off the street and expect me to accept her as your personal nanny? The one who shall look after you? What about her child, and you know how I feel about cats." Kagome brushed off the negative comments as she walked forward and bowed as low as she could without disturbing Shippo. As she rose back up a glint in the trees behind the windows earned her attention as she quickly placed Shippo in to a nearby chair and ran towards Elizabeth with stealth and precision previously mastered. Not even seconds later a shot rang out through the air as bits and pieces of glass flew around them, Kagome pushed the older woman to the side and dodged them with ease before jumping out the window and reaching in to her secret pockets. She landed gracefully on the branch of the tall tree and uncased her favorite short-hand sword just as the man dropped his gun and threw his hands up.
"Tsk, tsk, and tsk….quiet the predicament you've found yourself in." She stated softly as she held the tip of the sharp blade to the assassins throat and smiled. He began to sweat profusely as Kagome grabbed him by the collar of his shirt and jumped back towards the house where Elizabeth was found crying in to her mother's arms along with a disgruntled Shippo.
"My lady I believe this pest should be exterminated, I wasn't sure what you had wanted to do with him so I kept him breathing for the time being." The older woman looked up in disbelief as guards came rushing in to the study, their own guns drawn as Kagome calmly tied him up.
"Her movements…..they were so fast I couldn't even blink." Disbelief shown in her green eyes as she trained her face back to normal and ushered the children out.
"What's going on here?!" A strong voice called out as two men rushed in, dressed in sophisticated and formal attire. "Frances! What happened?" He questioned once more as he rushed to her side.
"An assassination attempt, Alexis, it was another assassination attempt" She replied emotionlessly as she ordered the maids to place the children in a room far away from the study and under protective eyes.
"I see, all of you leave now. My wife and I have things to discuss." He ordered immediately as he placed gloved fingers on his temples and massaged them.
"You stay." Frances commanded softly as Kagome made a move to leave. She stopped her movements immediately and turned towards the couple as the door closed behind them.
"Where do you come from?" She questioned immediately before motioning for her to sit in the chair in front of her desk. Kagome obeyed her gesture and sat down quietly, hands folded and eyes closed as she contemplated on what information to disclose.
"I hail from Japan." She replied after a slight pause.
"When, with who, and why?" Alexis questioned afterwards as he stroked his moustache.
"A months' time with my son and simply because…." Kagome bit her lip for effect before letting out a sigh and looking up, cerulean orbs filled to the brim with determination as she told her story. The two listened intently, eyes focused and open minded as she explained why she left Japan, leaving out a few details as she delved in to her adventures and being a nomad. Moving from town to town and city to city, she also explained her want to settle down so that Shippo could have a stable home, a bright future. At the end of her tale the two looked at each other momentarily before nodding their heads in agreement.
"You're perfect for the job." Alexis complimented as he came over and shook her hand, the strict façade gone as his warm demeanor shone through.
"Exactly what we were looking for, although I'm still a bit torn on the decision, your actions today proved you are capable of protecting our beloved Elizabeth. We shall have you stay here, you shall be paid greatly considering your role as her personal maid and body guard. You need not worry about a thing, your son shall be given lessons along with Elizabeth and he will be treated with great care." Kagome could cry at the news as she smiled happily and shook her head towards the deal. She couldn't believe the turn her life had made in one day. To think this morning she was nothing but a lost traveler looking for work and moving here and there with a child to think about. Now, she was to play maid to a daughter of the Marques and Marchioness of London.
'This should be interesting, but for the mean time I will have to keep my guard up with that butler.' Kagome thought to herself as she was given a tour around the mansion.
[Five weeks later]
Kagome was very pleased with the life she developed, in a month's time she was promoted to head maid. She was looked up to by the other servants and admired for her abilities in gardening, cooking, cleaning, and everything else. Shippo was ecstatic and she could see the life seeping back in to his emerald orbs as he played around the gardens with an equally happy Elizabeth. For the most part she was satisfied with the way her life was going as she strolled the mansion looking around for any imperfections left behind by the other servants. The place seemed bare and unoccupied as she looked outside the window towards the children, a serene smile crossing her features as she moved to go outside.
"You are quiet the intriguing one aren't you Miss Kagome?" She didn't even flinch as the butler she had been monitoring walked up behind her, his medium stature overtaking her own as he breathed in her scent.
"How flattering." Kagome replied nonchalantly before turning to make a move, he stopped her immediately and grinned wide as she narrowed her eyes at him. "Get out of my way."
"As long as you get out of mine dearie." He replied with a flirtatious tone.
"Of course, shinigami." It was his turn to be taken back as the smile was wiped straight off his face. He schooled his features immediately and choked out a hardy laugh before leaning against the wall for support, Kagome blew some hair out of her face and repositioned the ribbon atop her up do before bowing slightly and walking away.
"You don't seem to possess any sort of threat to my charge or son, so I shall leave you be. But for a fair warning if anything happens to either I will not hesitate to send you back from which you came." She smiled sweetly at him and followed up with a wink before walking away just as the doorbell rang. He cleared his throat and continued to grin as he whistled his way downstairs.
"My dear Grell, have they treated you well here? I hope you have learned a thing or two from their servants." A melodious voice called out in the hallways as Kagome brought the children in with Kirara in tow.
"Auntie Anne, what a pleasant surprise! Do you have Ciel with you?" Blond curls bounced up and down immediately as Kagome followed after her mistress.
"I'm afraid not love, he's over at the mansion." Before Kagome could blink Elizabeth was halfway out of the estate and on the road in a carriage full of boxes.
"You're going to have to go and get her aren't you momma?" Shippo questioned knowingly as another maid came by to collect him for his studies.
"I'm afraid so my love." Kagome replied with a sigh as she grabbed her coat and whistled for a horse.
"Is that their new maid?" The woman clad in red questioned in a hushed whisper as Grell stood close to the door looking nervously towards Kagome.
"Yes, Madame Red I presume? My name is Kagome and I am Lady Elizabeth's personal maid. Please make yourselves comfortable while I go and fetch my young mistress." She bowed low before walking over towards Shippo and kissing him on top of the head, he closed his eyes in embarrassment before looking back up and frowning as she ruffled his hair playfully; completely unaware of the spell she placed upon him for protection.
"Very well, wouldn't want you to miss her now would we?" Madame Red chuckled out just as Kagome ran out and jumped on the awaiting horse.
"Where am I headed?" Kagome questioned the stable jockey as he saddled her up.
"The Phantomhive mansion is located on the outskirts of London, you should be there before nightfall." He replied before slapping the horse on the rear and watching her go. Kagome waved her goodbyes and thank you's before focusing on the road ahead as she high tailed it towards her mistress in hopes of catching up.
'She's fast for a little girl, who the hell is driving that thing anyhow?' She thought to herself after thirty minutes of no carriage to be seen. After a while of trying she finally gave up as visions of the country side began to enter her sight, with a look up at the sky and how it began to sink she decided it was nearing evening as she coaxed the stallion to go faster. Another hour rolled by until an elaborate mansion finally graced her, with a triumphant kick she rode the horse on full speed until finally stopping in front of the large doors.
"Good boy, you deserve some rest." She stated lovingly before offering her tired companion a carrot. A small meow echoed from her shoulder causing surprise to rush through her as Kirara hung off her shoulder. Guilt followed after as she tried to calm the feline down and fix her shaggy mane, a few minutes of tender love and care later and Kirara was purring once more as she positioned herself on to Kagome's shoulder. "Kirara, do you feel that?" Kagome questioned suddenly as a strong and dark presence poured throughout the grounds. She couldn't put her finger on exactly where but she knew it was close as she took a few hesitant steps forward. Kirara let out a loud hiss as the doors were opened to reveal a tall yet handsome man clothed in black trousers, white shirt, tailcoat and vest. Crimson eyes narrowed delightfully at the sight of the disgruntled priestess as she mumbled a concealing spell and proceeded inside.
"You must be the one lady Elizabeth has been boasting about all evening." He greeted with a debonair smile, Kagome returned it with equal charm as she shrugged off her trench coat and handed it to him.
"I'll take it my informant was correct about her whereabouts." She replied meekly as he led her down the hallways and in front two large double doors.
"Precisely." He replied darkly as he opened the doors for her. She thanked him with a small curtsy before moving forward just as Elizabeth waved her greeting.
"Kagome! I knew you would come! Now I can dress you up cuter than you already are, where is Shippo?" Kagome's features softened at the sight of the jubilant child as relief settled within her.
"Shippo is at home continuing with his lessons, you should be doing the same. If your mother finds out you ran off like that she'll be quiet upset." Kagome replied as she passed by the starry-eyed gazes of the servants surrounding them. She didn't even bother to ask why they were all dressed in such frilly garbs as each one stared at her in fascination.
"Awe, he would have looked so cute in this outfit I bought for him. But never the less we can play dress up at home! I want you to meet my fiancé, he's changing in to the clothes I bought him but for now these are all his servants." Elizabeth happily introduced each one just as Grell showed up clothed in a lovely white dress, his face screaming distress as he shook his head in disbelief.
"What has you throwing such a fit?" Kagome questioned, amusement dancing across her blue orbs as he jumped up and down in a tantrum.
"This is simply not the color for me! White?! As if! Red is the color of passion that should be the color chosen for me! This is so horrid, I can't live!" Kagome raised an elegant eyebrow up at his overreaction and couldn't help but giggle as he climbed out the window and moved as if he was going to jump out. The others seemed just as tired with his games as she was as they continued to just stare at him.
"You are completely melodramatic dear." She stated finally as he turned back around with a whimsical look on his face.
"Does that mean you're not going to stop me?" he questioned innocently eliciting a snort from Kagome as she folded her arms over her chest and turned away.
"Your funeral darling." Sweat began to formulate on his forehead immediately as everyone snickered at her comment.
"Kagome that maid's outfit will not do! You have to come here." Elizabeth shouted immediately before grabbing Kagome by the arm and leading her away. She didn't seem too surprised at her mistress and followed along, allowing the young girl to poke and prod and twist her this way and that until she was fully satisfied with how the woman looked. "There! You look just like a beautiful princess! That dress is so pretty! I knew it would go well with you." A sigh escaped her lips as she turned towards the mirror and observed her mistress's handy work. She couldn't help but admire the reflection looking back at her as she twirled and turned, a royal blue off the shoulder dress with white ruffles and a big ribbon in front was what she adorned. Her hair let down from its usual tight bun as long wavy locks of ebony flowed down her back. It was a feeling she missed as a white headband lay on top of her head, Kirara meowed her approval as she rubbed her body against Kagome.
"Lovely, thank you my lady. I am honored that you went to such lengths to obtain such an elegant dress for me." Elizabeth waved off her thanks and smiled as she put some light make up on Kagome, enhancing her already well-toned features.
"It wasn't hard, you're already so pretty! Good thing you don't need one of those tight things mother always forces me to wear. It's such a hassle to get on and off." The older woman cringed at the thought of a corset as she fixed her stockings and donned her heels.
"Thank you my lady." She replied gratefully before bending down and picking up Kirara.
"Can I please hold her? And don't call me your lady, Lizzy is fine!" Kagome nodded and allowed her to hold on to Kirara, she cuddled the furry animal close to her and ran out of the room laughing leaving Kagome to her own devices.
"How long do you plan to hide there, demon?" Kagome questioned softly as she let down her concealment spell and let her power overflow. The jewel glowed around her neck providing some light as a strong gust of wind flew across the room. A dark chuckle could be heard as Kagome was swept in to a pair of long, strong arms.
"Impatient one aren't you my sweet little priestess?" Kagome squinted her nose at how close their bodies were before letting off a small burst of power and landing on her feet as the forward butler was thrown in to a wall. He was up on his feet in no time, completely unharmed as smoke appeared on his clothes.
"That's Kagome to you, demon." She replied before turning to head out the door.
"Ah, ah, ah…." He teased as he appeared in front of it, crimson orbs glowing in the darkness as Kagome scoffed at his hooded gaze. "It is simply rude to just leave a man like that."
"But you aren't a man, are you?" Goose bumps ran up and down her arms as he inched closer towards her. Cursing her luck she backed up in to a wall and started to look for a way out as he over took her smaller form and grinned down at her.
"You're right, but you are no ordinary human either." He whispered seductively in her ear as he pressed his body harder on to her own.
"Exactly, because no human woman can do this." She stated with a triumphant smirk as she kneed him in the groin and blasted him with pure power. As fast as her body could go she was out the door and beside Elizabeth who was standing in front of a mirror getting ready, a pink haired maid behind her brushing her long, golden tresses.
"Thank you! Now it's your turn." Elizabeth explained happily as she turned around and reached for the girl's glasses. She backed up with inhuman speed and shrieked out her displeasure as Elizabeth walked towards her, determined to make her 'cute'.
"I am severely long-sighted and without these I can't see anything!" She screamed out as she kept her hands on her face.
"The world of dreams is something you feel with your heart, not with your eyes." Elizabeth advised her as Kagome nodded in agreement, the young girl proceeded to grab the poor maid's glasses just as the doors creaked open.
"Leave It at that." A boyish voice called out from the top of the stairs earning the whole rooms attention.
"Ciel! You really are cute! The clothes I picked out suit you so well!" Kagome turned her head in fascination as the demonic butler from before stood completely unscathed beside his master. From what she could sense the boy was completely human.
'Why does he have such affiliations with that thing?' She thought to herself as he descended down the stairs in an arrogant fashion. Elizabeth didn't hesitate in running towards him and gripping him into a fierce hug before swinging him around and squealing in delight.
"I really have an eye for these kinds of things!" She gushed as she swung him around once more and let him down. A glistening caught her attention immediately as she grabbed his hand and gave him a face of displeasure. "Ciel, what about the ring I prepared for you?! There was a cute one that matched your outfit, wasn't there?"
"This ring is fine." He replied simply as he pushed her away and waved her off.
"NO WAY!" She cried out ecstatically waving her arms in the air. Kagome rubbed her temples at the child's tantrum and walked a bit closer in order to calm her down if need be as she continued on with her tirade. "After I went through all that trouble of making everything so cute, to have your ring be the only thing that's not cute!" Suddenly she dropped to the floor and began crying uncontrollably "Are you saying you don't want the one I bought for you? How horrible!"
Ciel stood behind her awkwardly before clearing his voice, "It's not that, this ring is…" Suddenly Elizabeth's crying halted as a mischievous idea gleamed in her eyes. Kagome made a move to stop her only to back up as the young girl jumped on the helpless boy.
"Just kidding!" She cried out before grabbing the ring and slipping it off his thumb. Kagome could feel the trouble brewing as she moved towards her mistress. "I got it! It really is too big for you, the one I got you is just the perfect size for you and – "
"Give it back!" He shouted in mid-sentence causing Elizabeth to look up, completely stunned and surprised. Everyone in the room had the same look on their face as the young master took in a deep breath and extended his arm forward. "Give that back right now." He repeated. "Elizabeth"
"Why are you getting so mad?" She fought back "I went out of my way….and….and…" She backed up immediately as he narrowed his eyes at her, "I was just trying to make everything cute, so why are you getting so angry?"
Kagome could tell the situation was getting out of a hand quick as Ciel's anger continued to rise with every word her mistress let out. "Elizabeth" She called out as she placed a hand on the young girl's shoulder. It was shrugged off immediately as the eccentric little girl continued with her rant.
"I HATE THIS RING!" She finally yelled out as she lifted her arm up in the air, Kagome noted her actions immediately as the little girl threw the object down towards the floor harshly. Everyone stood by speechless as Kagome moved forward and caught the fragile object in time to save it from being broken. She skidded across the rugs roughly earning her a decent little burn mark as she hit the staircase softly. Silence fell upon the whole party as she let out a breath and opened her eyes, Ciel looked at her disbelievingly as Grell smirked in the corner knowingly.
"Kagome!" Elizabeth cried out as Kirara jumped off her shoulder and ran towards the fallen maid.
"I'm fine, it's just a little blood." She replied nonchalantly, Sebastian helped her to her feet in an instant as the other servants ran around in a panic. "Thanks" She stated stubbornly waving off the tall butler and his attempts to assist her.
"I'm so sorry!" Elizabeth cried once more as she wrapped her arms around Kagome's waist and sniffled. Her defenses weakened immediately as she wrapped her uninjured arm around the small girl and cradled her lovingly.
"Don't cry love, I'm just fine. It's nothing I can't fix." Kirara meowed in agreement as she nuzzled her furry face into Kagome's cheek. She chuckled at the affection before moving Elizabeth with her as she handed a stunned Ciel his ring back. "I believe this is yours, please forgive Elizabeth, she only wanted to please you by trying to help you in being cute. Although, you're already as adorable as can be"
"Thank you." He stuttered as a bright red blush seeped into his cheeks. Kagome offered him a bright smile before reaching a free hand over and brushing off some stray pieces of hair, his blush intensified at the touch as he pulled away and stared at the wall.
"If you don't mind Lizzy I have to go and fix this little gash real quick, I'll be back soon okay? Why don't you and master Ciel dance for the moment while I'm gone? Get the party started?" She timidly let Kagome go and nodded as Ciel's features softened up.
"How long do you intend to cry for?" He questioned the young girl as he walked up to her, she hid her face in her hands as Kagome pulled away.
"B – But." She started only to halt as he wiped away her tears with a handkerchief.
"Your face looks terrible, it's absolutely unsuited for a lady." She closed her eyes and sniffed into the cloth before wiping her eyes once more as his lips curled into a smile. "I wouldn't want to ask a girl like that to a dance."
"Ciel…" She stated softly as she looked up at him. He offered her his hand before leading her towards the middle of the floor and swaying her around.
"Sebastian, take Kagome and help her dress her wounds. Come back immediately afterwards." He commanded as he swung Elizabeth around and caught her. She looked like she was in heaven as their bodies mingled into one. The other servants stared in awe, bowl of water and washcloth forgotten as they observed the two join in dance.
"No need, I can handle it myself." Kagome stated as she walked past a smiling butler and headed towards the bathroom. Pretty soon she was lost as different hallways began to connect into other hallways until finally reaching a dead end. She could feel the throbbing in her temples immediately as she turned around and walked into a fairly hard chest. She was taken back with a slight 'oomph' before being pulled towards a warm body and held against her will. The darkness seeping from the person was all she needed to identify the intruder as she looked up at a pair of ruby red eyes.
"I thought you could handle yourself, apparently you're lost my little lamb." He teased as he pulled her into a dark corner. She bit her bottom lip and bucked against him immediately, he chuckled at her feeble attempt and continued to pull her with him before getting caught off guard as she stepped on his feet and head butted his chin. Surprise was evident in his eyes as she blasted him once again and high-tailed it down the hall and around the corner.
'Don't look back, don't look back, don't look back' she continued to chant in her head, temptation soon gave way to rationality as she turned her head momentarily. Pretty soon she was right back where she started as an all too familiar pair of arms shot out of the darkness and held her captive.
"You know Kagome, I've never had a mortal whose soul enticed me so." He whispered in her ear "Nor have I encountered a being with such purity, such a bright light, such innocence."
"If there is a point to this please get to it before I blast you once again." She snapped out bitterly as he continued to toy with her.
"I've never had a human stir up such a hunger within me." He taunted, trying to provoke a reaction out of her. She remained as still as she could until a wet appendage lapped out and licked her wounded arm. She let out a moan of surprise as he swirled his skilled tongue around her pale flesh, he lapped up each drop of crimson blood she offered before letting out a dark chuckle at Kagome's dazed expression. "Delicious." He whispered before letting his fingers weave a bandage onto the affected area. Satisfied with the reaction he got out of her and the quality of his care he stepped back and lead her towards a familiar set of double doors.
"For a second there I thought I'd have to fry you back to whatever hell you came from." She finally spoke as he moved to open the door, he smiled and lifted a slender eyebrow at her comment.
"In due time my little lamb we will both have our satisfaction." He grinned as pink tinted her cheeks "After all, the chase is what makes the victory all the while. I shall enjoy this little game of cat and mouse with you but when the day comes; you shall be mine and I will happily devour you in every twisted way I can."
"In your dreams." Kagome growled as she pushed him aside and opened the doors. Ciel and Elizabeth were taking a slight break earning her a sigh of relief as no more fights broke out. Grell narrowed his eyes at the flushed look on her face before making a move to meet her at the last step.
"And where have you been?" He hissed with a smile, nostrils flaring slightly as he smelt her petite form.
"Nowhere you should worry about shinigami." She bit back with equal hostility, Ciel and Elizabeth gravitated towards them within seconds as Kagome trained her face back to its normal cheerfulness.
"Kagome! Are you okay?" Concern filled her bright green eyes as she took Kagome's hand into her own. Kagome nodded her response before patting the young girl on the cheek, assuring her that she was just fine. Music filtered through the air causing a magical feel to surround the mansion as heads turned towards the top of the stairs. Blue eyes narrowed in suspicion as Sebastian stood tall and proud, a violin in hand as gloved fingers worked their magic into the instrument. Everyone's attention was on him right away as gasps and sighs of awe reached her hearing. The rest of the servants moved closer towards the beautiful sound as Kagome crossed her arms over her chest. Ciel grabbed Elizabeth by the hand and lead her on to the dance floor as Grell stood at the bottom of the stairs, mouth open and vocals raging as everyone turned in surprise to hear his magnificent voice.
'Who would have thought?' Kagome raised an eyebrow at the talented duo before shrugging her shoulders and heading towards the piano. Pretty soon the whole house was filled with the wonderful sounds as Kagome worked her fingers into the keys, following the demon's every note as Grell continued to sing. Everyone seemed to be lost in the music as they swayed and moved with the beat. Elizabeth laughed out loud while Ciel allowed himself the luxury of a smile, everything seemed peaceful within the Phantomhive mansion; everything except the look in a pair of crimson eyes.