Hey! I just recently got addicted to Kuroshitsuji/Black butler and I ended up loving CielXAlois! They are very alike in my opinion and I absolutely adore Alois! He's a really sweet child ,just very disturb.
Disclaimer: I do not own Kuroshitsuji because if I did, Luka and Alois would not have died.
Two men trudged through the muddy ground, their shadows casted upon the ruins of what was once a small village on the outskirts of town. The moon hid behind the clouds and the branches of old trees screeched against broken windows giving the village an extra eerie feeling.
One stared straight ahead, completely absorbed with his task, determined to get this over with as quickly as possible. The other was much more cowardly, his body shaking from fear as he tried his best to keep up with his partner.
"What exactly are we searching for again?" The scared man asked, looking around nervously. The place gave him more than chills.
"A body, the woman said it was buried under a valley of bluebells but I can barely make out anything in this light."
"R- -right, see, we should just come back tomorrow! When the sun is up and the place is less - Huh?" He glanced down and gasp in horror when he realized he had step on the arm of a corpse. A bullet had found its way through her head as her blonde hair was still soaked in blood. The body had just started to decompose.
He fell to the ground and began to quickly crawl backwards, convinced that he woman was alive, slowly making its way to him, ready to devour his flesh. He opened his mouth to scream but found that he couldn't for a gloved hand prevented him from doing so.
"Will stop this nonsense! That woman has long been dead now get up so we can dig the body out."
"You mean?"
"Yes, I found the site while you we're dilly dallying now hurry up! I want my reward!"
The brave one immediately released his hand and without his support, his partner fell to the ground with a thud. He didn't bother to help him up, in his opinion; he had already helped his pathetic partner enough.
"Hey! Wait for me!" The fallen shouted, running after his partner.
There was no incident to report after that as the two made their way to the said valley and quickly began to unravel the earth, reaching deep down till their shovels came to a halt, as sign that something was found. The brave one got on his knees and dug the remaining dirt with his hands will the other was busy trying not to drop the oil lamp. Finally, the body was hulled to the surface, pieces of what seemed like red hair still attached to the skull. The man grinned a little too widely when his assessment of the body was completed.
"So is this the kid?"
He smirked. "Yes, time to collect our riches."
A black figure observed his young students as they continued to sleep away. The sun had only newly risen signalling the arrival of a new day. The birds chirped happily as they flew around the castle as if they were excited by the prospects of what was to come, though he doubt birds could understand what a sun rise represented. He pushed those thoughts aside and checked his silver pocket watch and nodded. It seems it was time to wake up his troops so with a deep breath he said in his loudest voice.
"Alright everyone, it is already 6:30 in the morning! I expect all of you to be in the dining hall by 6:55 and not a minute less. Get dressed quickly and please keep the talking to a minimum."
Ciel growled and rammed a pillow to his ear, closing his eyes and willing himself to go back to sleep. 6:30 was simply much too early for an Earl such as himself but Dorm Supervisor Michealis would not have it and so with a wicked smile on his face, he forcefully separated the Earl from his beloved blanket causing the boy to jump up at once.
"I am sorry but if I allowed you to continue on sleeping, you will miss your early morning tea and I cannot allow a student to attend class without a single bite. That would make for unproductive learning."
Ciel glared at his secret servant but mumbled a 'Fine, I'll get dressed'. Sebastian nodded, pleased before leaving the Earl to his own devices. He must check up on the breakfast preparations. Ciel sighed and lazily pulled himself out of bed. He didn't have to do this you know. The case had already long been solved meaning his purpose to remain in the institution had been eradicated and yet there was a strange feeling that prevented him from doing so. It was like his sub conscience was telling him to stay for something grand and life altering would happen. Foolishly, he listened to his gut talking although he was regretting it more each day, these early morning were stretching his patience thin.
He arrived at the dining hall at exactly 6:55 and sleepily made his to his place on the table. The fragrance of the tea and other treats did little to tickle his senses much less wake him up. He sat himself down and poured himself a cup of tea, yawning into the cup before taking a sip. Propping an elbow on the table, he rested his head on the palm of his hand and slowly closed his eyes.
"Good morning Ciel!" He felt someone ''playfully'' pat him on the back causing his tea to spill. He groaned when he saw a boy with freckles happily sitting down next time him, munching on a scone. It was Mcmillen and that boy was obviously a morning person.
"Hey did you hear? Apparently a new student will be joining our dormitory."
Ciel nodded numbly, waving his hand to dismiss the boy, his mood was foul and the last thing he needed was this chatter box to talk his ear off.
The day went on as it always did and by breakfast time, Ciel was a little more awake which means he was a little bit less cranky. He was actually nice enough to listen to Mcmillen talk and by listen he meant nod his head politely. Honestly, this boy could talk for ages without taking a single breath. It was an amazing skill really. At least he was knowledgeable about what goes in the school which made him an asset.
When it was 10:00 am, Ciel climb the ladder up to the Sapphire Owl's attic, he made his way past a huge trunk and under an old table, behind the old bookcases before resting himself on a mattress he prepared (well Sebastian prepared but those were minor details). He sighed in content, closing his eyes to take a quick nap. He never had to lift a finger during fag time. As the master of a demon butler there was no need. He could simply order him and voila, it was accomplished before he even had time to snap his fingers. Sebastian was like a genie except he didn't live in a lamp or wore a pony tail.
His alarm went off at 10:55, he groaned in annoyance. He slammed the damn thing off before picking up his coat and putting it on. He quickly made his way down the stairs and in the hall just as his classmates were filling in to proceed to their classes. Mcmillen saw him (of course) and the two made their way to class with Mcmillen talking about his tasks all the way.
Ciel's ears picked up when he heard an unusual amount of chatter coming from his classroom. What was going on? Was a crime committed? He pushed himself inside and gasp in surprise for in front of him were numerous bars holding white curtains to form individual cubes. He didn't have time to register what was happening from Mr. Michealis suddenly appeared and clapped his hands loudly.
"Alright everyone, please get inside. We have plenty to discuss."
Once the students were all standing in front of him, he began to speak.
"It has come to our attention that most of the pupils in this fine institution fail to possess the required skills to survive in the real world, a world without servants or butlers to do their bidding."
Ciel hissed. He could have sworn that statement was directed to him.
"Because of this startling fact, the principal has decided to add a new curriculum featuring everything from domestic work to basic gardening. Each activity will be graded accordingly and yes it will take part in your final average." He paused, dreading this part the most." I will now be entertaining questions."
A fury of hands rose up as well as loud shouts of disapproval. There was the "We are noblemen not housekeepers." Followed by the "Are they stupid? What does cleaning have to do with being rich" and finally there was the classic rich kid statement."Wait till my father hears about this!"
"Settle down everyone! May I remind you that the principal's decisions are absolute so please stop making a fuss and step into the separate changing rooms. We have much to do and time is of the essence."
When he saw that no one made a move to follow his orders, he yelled in his most authoritative voice. "If you are not in those changing rooms by the count of ten I will be forced to give each of you 5 Y's. One!"
He didn't even make it to two for all the students immediately scattered and got into their respective changing rooms. Mr. Michealis smiled, bossing these spoiled children were one of his favourite parts of being a teacher.
"Wonderful! Our first lesson today is about the importance of dressing quickly but without sacrificing appearances so I will allot 6 minutes for you to undress. All buttons must be undone, socks removed, shoelaces must be untied and the same goes for your necktie. Oh and pins must be removed as well. You must hang your uniforms over the steel bar in front of you. I will expect each one individual and once I deemed that all instructions have been followed, we shall proceed to the next step. One Y will be given for each step not complied. No, this is not a drill. Yes, this is graded so I expect each and every one of you to do your best. You wouldn't to fail now would we?" He grinned wickedly. Oh, how he loved this moment, such an evil professor he was.
"They are really taking this seriously." Mcmillen mumbled but he was once again ignored for there was only one word running through Ciels mind and that was 'Bastard'. His butler knew very well he lacked the dexterity to button a shirt. He even said it himself when he was forced to put on that bloody play! He glared at his butler hard, fist clench. If they were back at the Phantomhive manor, he would have rung his neck. He smirked, no matter, this was an easy fix. No need to get worried, Mr. Michealis is still his butler and butlers must do as their masters says.
"On the count of three." Mr. Michealis raised his hand high, his fingers counting down.
"One."
"How dramatic."
"Two."
"Finish already."
"THREE!"
"Let's get this over with."
The curtains closed with a swoosh followed by the fumbling sound of clothing being removed. Ciel casually removed his jacket then decided that was enough for today so with a hand touching his eye patch, he swiftly lifted it up and hissed his command.
"Sebastian, I order you to help me fulfil this stupid task."
Sebastian showed up not a second later with a disappointed look on his face. "Honestly, My Lord, I would have expected you to put a little more effort into this activity."
"I did. I removed my jacket."
"That is not exactly what I had in mind."
"Shut up and do as I ordered. I did not sign up to be my own personal butler." Ciel growled. Sebastian sighed but did as he was told. What could he do? He was bound by a contract after all. Ciel was left in his under clothes a minute later. Sebastian hanged his clothes on the steel bar, bowed and rushed out of the makeshift changing room, still slightly annoyed by his Young Master's uncooperative attitude. Ciel merely scowled, not regretting his decision in the least.
I know that in the manga this arc has yet to be completed but I couldn't resist having my story take off in Weston College. The idea of Ciel have a friend figure was too exciting to pass up and plus I'm having fun writing. I'm basically combining the manga and the anime but I'll make it work. I already have the end actually, just working on writing the gaps. Hope you enjoyed it. :)
