Secrets

Chapter One

This was originally a roleplay quiz from Quotev called secrets by MLE. It's really well done and captivating, I became somewhat obsessed and thankfully MLE gave me permission to write it out as a story and post it here. Also since this is based of quizzes the chapters are gonna be sorta short compared to my other stories. I have the first months worth of weekly updates already written out so posting will be stable for a while. Tonight was my first performance so I am posting this kinda to celebrate cause I'm really happy and tired so yea...I hope you enjoy please review...Night Ya'll! Oh and don't worry, there will be action in a few chapters.

I watched the rain pour outside window, and I pulled my wet jacket tighter around my shoulders. I was freezing, and I didn't know where I was going, just that I had to go, if I didn't get moving I would never find a way to get back. I watched the trees and the rain pass by the carriage in a blur, bumping up and down with the ragged road. The grey landscape before me darkening my mood and making me weary of each and every bump, until it was no longer normal. There was one final jerk and the carriage leapt off the side of the dirt road, its wheels catching in a ridge. I watched the world turn as I went flying through the door with a scream, landing in the mud, the rain slapping my face as I tried to keep my eyes open.

My head buzzed with pain, the entire world seemed to spin as I tried to lift my head, only to have it slam back down with a splash. I looked up groggily as a figure approached, my driver staring down at me without the slightest hint of concern; his sharp golden eyes were the last thing I saw before I blacked out.

When I woke up I was alone, lying in a soft, warm bed. I sat up with a jolt. My mind reeling as fear raced through my body like a virus. When I could feel the soft silky blankets beneath my hands I began to calm down. I took a deep breath as I examined the dark room, the canopy bed, the empty wardrobe and closet; it was obviously an expensive guest room. It was when I noticed that I was totally dry that I noticed that I was also in different clothes. My muddy dress exchanged for a crisp new one, it was beautiful, but the thought made me uncomfortable.

Where am I? I wondered how long was I asleep. I could still hear the rain, pounding on the window, but it was softer now, a light drizzle after the passing of a storm. I was about to rise to my feet to look around when the door opened and I jumped my eyes going wide as I saw the man standing in the doorway, a strand of his raven hair falling over his crimson red eyes. I unconsciously pulled the blankets tightly to myself, my muscles tensing.

"Good, you're finally awake." he said, his voice almost he smiled, the smile was gorgeous and surreal as if no human could capture it.

"Who are you?" I asked a mixture of emotions washing over me. "Where am I?" the butler smiled.

"My name is Sebastian Michaelis." he answered, bowing deeply. "We are at the humble manner of my young lord Phantomhive." he glanced up at me, "My young master has been anxiously awaiting your company, shall we go?" he asked taking a graceful step towards me, reaching out his hand. I nodded, reaching forward and taking it lightly.

"But please, how did I get here?" I asked as he led me out the door and down a long carpeted hall, to a grand staircase. The manner was magnificent and I couldn't stop myself from looking around in awe.

"The gardener found you passed out in the garden during the storm." he answered, your dress was torn and filthy, so we supplied you a new one." I felt my cheeks flush and my face grew hot. A question burned inside me, and it tumbled out before I could think of a proper way to answer it.

"You have a maid here, right?" the butler stopped, he grinned as if trying not to chuckle at my shy, embarrassed nature.

"Yes my lady." he answered. "Meirin took care of changing your dress." I couldn't stop myself from letting out a relieved breath. causing him to smirk as we reached the bottom of the stairs, leading me into a small yet beautiful foyer where a young boy sat on a sofa, all I could see was the top of his black hair, I could see his legs were crossed politely in front of him and he appeared to be no more than 13 years old.

"Hello there." I told him with a bright smile, curtsying slightly. "May I join you?" he nodded, lifting his head from the tea in his hands. My eyes widened, and for the first time I noticed he was wearing a black eye patch across his right eye. He smirked, obviously used to the surprise when people first met him.

"My lady this is my master, earl Ceil Phantomhive." I retained a gasp as I looked from the butler to Ceil. He was so young. He smiled up at me, yet the smile didn't quite reach his eye the way it did for most children his age.

"I am glad to make your acquaintance." I snapped out of my daze, nodding to him and bowing slightly.

"Oh y-yes." I stuttered. "Pardon my rudeness it's just...I've never met a nobleman before..." Ceil smirked, putting his tea to his lips, before looking back up at me.

"It's quite alright." he answered, patting the space beside him. "Come, sit with me for a moment." I nodded obediently sitting down. "Would you like some tea?" he asked, looking over his shoulder and mumbling. "Now where did that damn butler go...Sebastian!" he called, just as the black haired butler entered the room, pushing a small cart with a tea. I raised my eyebrows in shock; I hadn't even noticed he had left.

"New moon drop or earl grey?" he asked me politely.

"New moon drop." I answered shyly taking the cup after he stirred it for me.

"Now down to business Crystal." the noble said, sipping his re-fill of tea. I looked up at him in shock

"How do you know my name?" I asked startled, but he only laughed and the butler leaned over, handing me a letter, the spider seal was broken and I examined it in confusion. "This was in your hand when we found you. It's signed from Earl Alois Trancy...he somehow knew that you would be passing right by our manner...do you have any idea how?" I shook my head, my light brown hair shaking around my shoulders.

"I don't even know who Alois is." I said, furrowing my brow in concern, but Ceil just smirked.

"Its alright." he said soothingly, taking another sip of his tea. "The letter said you wouldn't know anything... the letter is an invitation to a costume ball." I let out a breath I hadn't noticed I'd been holding. I had been beginning to worry that the letter had said...something more...

"I honestly don't know how it got with me." I told him, the fact still bothering me. I didn't know who Alois was or how I ended up near the manor. A thin smirked pierced his lips as he looked up at me.

"Would you like to find out?" he asked, catching me by surprise. "Crystal would you like to accompany me to the ball?" I only hesitated for a moment. This ball would likely hold the answers I was looking for, and it's not like I had anything better to do...besides...I think I would be good to meet this Alois person.

"It would be my pleasure."