Woot first chapter done, I hope it was better then the last one i did because i totally re-did the story haha xD
I really don't have much to say for this story instead of I wish you enjoy it and that I do not own the characters or the original story line belongs to Yana Toboso (no matter how much i would want it XD) it belongs to that genius.
I'm not into telling you dear readers what the story is about so you can just read it x3
ENJOY~
Tale of a Butler
Chapter one: His Butler Surprised
Another prostitute was murdered. Ciel slammed down some papers in frustration, this "Jack the Ripper" was proving to be a royal pain if you asked him. This was the second one this time, found on the streets by a merchant who was just walking by. And the Queen had just sent him another letter showing her distress and heartbreak for the safety of her people. The young boy sighed, raising his hand to rub his only visible eye feeling rather exhausted for a moment. It is very different being led around by a criminal for once instead of him leading the killer on like the young smart Earl usually did.
Pushing his chair back he stood, going to the giant windows that were behind him to peer out. Glancing around the garden of his manor down below he noticed his gardener about ready to kill one of his trees, why he kept him around for a gardener was unknown but it was rather sad to see such a pitiful attempt to water a tree with weed killer. Shaking his head Ciel turned around, feeling the rather familiar presence behind his office door before the sound of knocking reached his ears.
"Come in" he commanded.
As expected the door opened showing the appearance of a man clad in black. The red eyes of the owner flashing almost to pleasantly as he entered the room, more papers awaiting the young boy in his gloved hands.
"Young master, as told I brought a list of suspects for the case" the man said.
Ciel nodded his head in approval as he studied the older man's face. It was a familiar face, one he saw every day, the man's face was long and divine almost as if it were carved by angels, his cheek bones were in the right place, the nose was straight, his lips thin and his brow high. His body was lean and tall but somewhat muscular as the clothes of the family butler adorn his body. And his hair, the darkest black like a raven's feathers, it was long but not to long it was just possibly a little spiky especially in the back. His bangs on the other hand framed his face, giving him a sort of intimidating edge. But everything about him looked sharp and in order, as he gracefully placed the list on his dark wood (French if I added) desk.
The butler looked seemingly happy with himself as well glad he could do such a task for his master.
That is why Ciel named him Sebastian, it was once the name of the family pet, like how he is the dog to the Queen and the butler to him. It was rather funny how it all worked but now wasn't really the time to think about all this. Sitting down once more, he got to business. Pulling the pages of names reluctantly to himself his eye scanning over it quickly, eliminated those who don't fit the murder documents and those who do to personal memory.
And devotedly his butler stayed with him, moving to his place behind the seat of his master. Eyes scanning delightfully over the names that he had come up with. Until he just remembered something, raising his gloved hand to his mouth he cleared his throat, catching the attention of Ciel "I had almost forgotten you will have a visitor arriving here within a hour my lord" he spoke.
Ciel rose a brow, surely this wasn't what he expected "Who?"
Sebastian smiled and tilted his head a single red rose appearing between his fingers as he showed it to the young boy before him, earning himself a frown before answering "Madame Red my lord, she said it was urgent that she saw you today" tucking the flower to his uniform he placed his hand on his chest "Like you ordered me I tried my best to turn down her invitation but she was so insisting"
Ciel rolled his eye, moving his hair from his face revealing his right eye to be covered by a eye patch. Tossing the list onto his desk he crossed his arms, a childish pout adorning his face as he huffed "Fine, this better be good I don't have time for Madame Red's silly dilly dally so go prepare some tea for her and meet me in the drawing room" he ordered. Sebastian bowed, a smirked on his face as he replied with a quick 'yes my lord' and left the room getting the preparations ready for the noble lady's arrival.
Standing once more Ciel subconsciously ran his fingers over the family ring that adorn his left thumb (considering it was given to the Earl of the family and in that case him with every generation). He looked out the window one more time before exiting out of his office ready to head for the drawing room to await his unwanted guest.
Even if it was his aunt…
"CIEL!"
The boy flinched, his ears ringing from the loudness of his aunt's voice as she burst through the two doors (may he add that they were expensive?) with her arms wide open, a flashy smile of happiness on her face as she barged right in. Sebastian making good timing with the tea as he held the tray with great care "Ah, welcome back to the Phantomhive manor Madame Red" he greeted. She turned around blinking at him for only a second before laughing half-heartedly to the butler "Ah-ha! Oh yes thank you Sebastian sorry about the doors" she apologized.
"No harm" he replied, entering the room he placed the tray of tea on a table that stood right next to Ciel's chair.
Settling down the woman made herself comfortable, sitting up like a lady. Now, there was a reason why she was called "Madame Red", it was because she always wore red, even her hair was the color of scarlet red. Her eyes on the other hand were a soft blue, tossing off her features with a single glance. She wore that of the latest English fashion, a mid-day dress on as the skirt went down smoothly. Her jacket tight around her figure, her curves looking like a hourglass (thanks to the handy corset she wore).
Taking the tea from Sebastian she took a sip of it, totally forgetting the fact to thank the man before blabbering on about the season happening in London. A few lords making fools of themselves and the news of the Queen's illness due to the mourning of her late husband Prince Albert, all of this was about to drive the young boy into madness.
Finally having his tea served to him he held the cup firmly in his hand "Madame Red" he warned. Cutting her off short as she was just about to explain news of Lady Astlin getting caught in a affair, not like he cared anyways.
Calming his nerves Ciel took a drink of some of his tea before speaking "There has to be a better reason why you came all the way down here from London to bother me" he muttered, not very happy with the fact. Madame Red lowered her cup on her lap her features brightening up tremendously as if she remembered why she was here "Oh yes!" she gasped before turning her head to the door "Grell! Come in here!" she barked.
Some shattering and scrambling was heard, a small timid but muffled 'y-yes Madame!' was barely audible. Sebastian smiled not to pleasantly with the thought of having to clean someone else's mess later as another butler appeared, peering his head into the room in a shy manner as Madame Red gestured him in.
He was small, likely in his twenties and a little shorter then Sebastian was as well as dressed in a butler's outfit. His hair was long and brown, pulled back into a ponytail as circular glasses flashed in the sunlight. Behind them were the lightest green eyes Ciel has possibly ever seen, they were like the color of a lime. Around his neck was a bow tie, the string was thin though and was red.
"Yes M-Madame?" he asked lamely. Sebastian couldn't help but raise a brow at this as he studied the fellow butler, Madame Red on the other hand couldn't help but blush at the man's antics. Giving a stern look she waved her hand "Do you mind getting the little present for my darling nephew?" she stressed the words a little as she gestured to the door again as if there was something else out there as well. And immediately the other butler bowed before clumsily running out the door.
Was that man honestly a butler? Hell he's even worse then Mey-Rin the maid (who had successfully destroyed a collection of china this morning).
But Ciel couldn't help but become suspicious, even Sebastian couldn't hide his curiosity. It was rare for Madame Red to give him anything at all, and considering that the boy's thirteenth birthday wasn't coming around anytime soon it made the whole situation odd.
Now rushed she gulped down her tea tossing it to Sebastian (who skillfully caught it) before bouncing up and down in her chair excitedly "Now Ciel darling while I was going around London I made a marvelous discovery!" she exclaimed, as if she was just dying to tell him what the news was. Ciel rested his cup aside "And what would that be?" he questioned.
Madame Red clasped her hands together "On your birthday before your father and my sister…" she paused for a moment "died…they haven't had the chance to give you your tenth birthday present honestly I was shocked" she continued with a more serious attitude. Now the Earl and the butler were dying to know what it was. It wasn't long until Grell returned the door still slightly opened behind him as he awaited her signal.
Tensing up with some excitement Ciel gave the slightest frown not liking where this was going. Seeing his aunt get on her knees before him was just not usual as she grabbed his tiny hand holding it tenderly "You see my sister, your mother, Rachael Phantomhive couldn't conceive after she had you" she said softly. Ciel could feel himself pale from the news, feeling the color leaving his cheeks as she explained herself to him.
"Your mother and father went to London to a Orphanage, just a day before your birthday and adopted you a sibling. So you could play with someone and have adventures with that someone they wanted you to be happy" Grell turned for a moment trying to coax whoever was outside that door inside the room.
Sebastian, decided it was best to take action. Resting a hand on his young master's shoulder as the boy angrily protested to the story "Is there any proof of this?" he questioned. Madame Red could only nod her head "Yes it is all in my carriage" she affirmed.
Taking deep breathes Ciel shakily sat back "Sebastian" he murmured.
The butler walked into his master's line of vision waiting for his order. Not bothering to look at anyone Ciel kept his eye focused on the floor, seeming to shock to comprehend everything at once "Please bring in this 'sibling' of mine" he ordered.
Not even batting a eyelash Sebastian spun on his heels and stalked right to the door opening it wide open to show a small bundle wrapped in blankets. His or her face was covered only to see the figure back up in surprise when the fast movement occurred. Ignoring the startled squeak Sebastian pulled the bundle along making he or she stumble along the way until he made it stood upright in front of his master, ignoring how Madame Red was scolding him for not being more gentle with this 'child' and Sebastian made sure he had both his hands on the child's shoulders as he stood behind it.
The blankets shook, as if the child was trembling underneath it as Ciel stared down at it. After all he was one of the most powerful nobles in England. Tilting his head Ciel tried to get a better look at the stranger's face, but he could see nothing. Frowning he crossed his legs "Sebastian remove those blankets" without a word two of the gloved hands shot up, grasping the fabric in their unforgiving grip as Sebastian tore it off the small body, eyes widening at the beholding sight.
Frighten blue eyes stared up at him, a mass of the lightest blonde hair falling down a little girl's back as it pooled around in waves. The sun making it all the more brighter as she stepped away from him quickly not uttering a sound as she looked at the other occupants in the room for some desperate help. And this action could only make Sebastian wonder, out of all people the girl runs off to Ciel. Hiding behind his chair looking frightfully at the butler.
Even his young master looked shocked from the surprisingly stunning beauty. Her petite hands gripping the fabric of the chair as she gave the most pleading look Ciel has ever seen. She was confused (that was obvious) but totally terrified, she apparently didn't know where she was or what she was doing here at all. Leave it to Madame Red to forget to tell the details.
Turning to look back at her things suddenly turned awkward, Ciel could only stare before saying a horrible lame "Hello" destroying whatever dramatic moment everyone seemed to have been having. All of them waited for her to say something, but she didn't. Her lower lip just quivered, her eyes glossy with tears as her doe like eyes darted around the room making her appear highly nervous. Madame Red on the other hand stood up, a warm inviting smile on her features as she tried to brighten the mood "Isn't she just gorgeous?"
"Very so Madame!" Grell spoke, only to earn himself a glare from his mistress obviously stating she wasn't asking him. The poor butler apologized quickly before cowering away slowly into the hall.
Draping the blanket over his arm neatly Sebastian attempted to look as "friendly" as possible as he gave a sophisticated bow "Hello there young lady, I am sorry for my actions let me introduce myself" he straightened his back, keeping the smile plastered on his face as he continued "I am Sebastian Michealis the butler of the Phantomhive Family" he then nodded his head towards the twelve year old boy "And that is my master, the Earl Phantomhive son of late Lord Vincent and Lady Rachel Phantomhive"
Madame Red giggled as she swayed side to side in a giddy way "And I am Madame Red but please you can call me Auntie Angelina I don't mind~" she chirped skipping to the girl's hideout to give the cute child a big hug. Almost to skillfully the child avoided such contact and moved to the opposite side of the chair getting more closer to Ciel then ever, her cheeks rosy as she grew shy at the thought of being hugged by a woman who was a stranger in her book.
Leaning away Ciel shot her a look "What is her name?" he inquired. Madame Red blinked a few times finally giving up her quest to steal a hug from the young girl before giving a shrug "I don't know, she doesn't really have one everyone at the Orphanage called her mouse because she was so silent" smirking evilly she poked her nephew's cheek teasingly "Why don't you name her Ciel, after all she is now your "sister" as well as your present you can't send away the very last present your parents got for you now could you?"
That sneaky bit- "of course" Sebastian agreed. THAT TRAITOR! Moving so elegantly to Madame Red's side he gave a false hopeful look "After all you need others your age running around the mansion and Lady Elizabeth isn't really here due to your Aunt's strict rules so why not keep this darling little treat?"
If neither of the two girls (or Grell) were around Ciel would have ordered the man to jump off a cliff and not come back for a week! Either that or forbid him from seeing another cat again. Sighing the boy reached forward grabbing a strand of the girl's hair having her flinch from the sudden contact as she looked at him in silent question.
Giving it a thought a name finally popped into mind.
Standing up suddenly his eye narrowed, the aura of authority looming in the air "You are no longer nameless, from here on your name will be Cosette Rachael Phantomhive and you are now nobility you will become a lady in this household and bring future pride to the Phantomhive name" he stated. Grabbing her arm he pulled her closer to him, her face just inches away as he continued his speech "You are now the sister of I, Ciel Phantomhive, and daughter of Lord and Lady Phantomhive that is your now rightful title" Moving away he released her, having "Cosette" watch him in surprise as he nodded his head to the butler "Sebastian if you may please call Mey-Rin here so she can dress Cosette in more proper clothing" he said. Raising a brow Sebastian now took better time in studying Cosette's clothes. They were practically rags sown together that made her dress, something that nobility would call 'peasant's' clothes. But her skin was pale, but surprisingly clean (probably to Madame Red's doing) while her lips and cheeks kept a healthy rose color. Doing as he was told he left the room.
Ciel sighed, then again he has been sighing a lot lately. Ignoring the sudden babble of his aunt as she tried to talk him into naming Cosette after her instead but the name he did come up with was a rather fitting one (at least he liked it).
A small noise was heard, it was brief and very soft. Enough to make his Aunt pause in her rant as they turned their attention to the blonde. She had a bashful smile going, her eyes less teary as a blush spread across her face, even a little blush was showing on her ears as she flushed red. Her hands gripped her dress as her lips moved slowly forming mute words as her eyes gave a warm expression of gratitude and a comforted feeling that could possibly just make any heart melt. It struck Ciel like lightning from just seeing that and just earned a ear splitting squeal from his Aunt as Cosette mumbled.
"Big brother" was possibly the most sweetest thing that he ever heard.
He never was called that before. But the way she said it was absolutely adorable, but shit Hell just froze if he actually thought it was cute! Ciel Phantomhive never found anything cute. That was Elizabeth's (his betrothed) area of expertise, no matter how creepy it was (or as hilarious from the time she made Sebastian wear that pink bonnet). It was just not normal.
Just as fast as the cute moment came it was gone as soon as Sebastian entered the room, with a flustered maid behind him. Cosette now nervous of the man's presence as he introduced the Phantomhive maid, of course that being Mey-Rin. She wore a simple navy blue dress a white apron tied neatly around her waist, boots adorning her feet as a maid's head-dress sat on top of her head innocently. Her hair was red, held up some how though it was a bit spiky in the back ground. And her eyes were covered by round glasses that were seemingly way to big for her face as her tiny but nicely pointed nose held it up "E'llo there young master, Mister Sebastian said you had a job for me?" she asked, her voice high pitched and laced heavily with a accent.
Ciel hummed lightly and pushed Cosette lightly forward, much to the girl's distress because Sebastian was there "Yes, please take Cosette to the guest room and wash her up along with new pair of clothes" he waved his hand dismissively. Mey-Rin following orders happily skipped up to the newcomer "Awe well aren't you cute!" she piped. Taking her hand she ran for the door "Come this way Miss. Cosette there are plenty of things you should try on!" everyone (except Grell cause during the whole ordeal he slipped away somewhere) sweat dropped. It wasn't everyday Mey-Rin got to spend time with a girl since she was once the only female on the property.
But as soon as they were out of site Ciel snapped his head towards his Aunt "Now is that all for today?" He growled. Madame Red rubbed the back of her head and shook her head no. Ciel only groaned in a sulky manner "What is it this time!"
Sebastian was going to answer until a new voice echoed along in the room.
"Hello Lord Earl I heard rumors that something of interest is afoot"
Peering over his shoulder Ciel gave a startled look, eye wide as he looked at his other unexpected guest "Lau! What are you doing here!" he shrieked. The Chinese man laughed lightly, though he appeared to be nice he was not taken lightly. He was a British branch manager of a Chinese trading company called "Kong Rong" one of Ciel's eyes for the English underworld. A man not to be taken lightly indeed…
Lau was a particular man, young, dashing, and dressed in a traditional Chinese fashion for men. It was formal, but also claimed his status among society as a successful businessman. But could also compliment him as a skilled fighter of the martial arts…kung fu or something like that…which ever one he knew.
Besides there were other far more important things to deal with. Returning to his chair in utter defeat Ciel sat, leaning back into it's loving softness as he beckoned the man in. Gladly Lau entered, a smile gracing his lips. Madame Red gave a pointed look, her arms crossed but not surprised at all from the man's sudden appearance.
"Lau" she greeted dryly.
"Madame Red" he replied.
Clearing his throat Sebastian caught their attention "If you want my Lord I will prepare some tea for our honor guests, and shall I check on the young lady?" he questioned. Ciel nodded his head, not even bothering to snatch his previous tea cup since the tea was already cold, more sounded nice, at least it would be warm "Make some Grey Earl tea, and yes do check on her I wouldn't trust her being in the hands of Mey-Rin just yet" Ciel affirmed.
Taking all of the dirty dishes and setting them back neatly on the tray Sebastian excused himself, once again leaving the room to allow his master to deal with what ever Lau and Madame Red had for him.
Cosette didn't recognize the girl looking back at her. The girl had the same hair, same eyes, and same features as herself. Like a twin. Except for this twin looked like royalty, with the choker around her neck and the ribbons decorating her hair a fine cloth of baby sky blue it was. And her dress complimented her eyes, which were a icy glacier blue so intense and sparkly with shyness.
Her legs were skinny but not to boney, it signified weakness and hardly any use at all. Same with her arms, that were covered in sleeves. But up to date with the English fashion for girls her age, and she didn't really need any make-up she was rather pretty. A natural beauty they would call it, and the girl wore stockings! Cosette had never worn them before and never had she seen so expensive looking shoes. They were black and perfectly sized making the girl's feet look neither big nor small just right.
In all honest truth the twin looked like a doll. But she didn't have a twin, it was herself. Mey-Rin the maid had made sure that she was "all fixed up" for the young master.
She guessed that the young master was now her new brother Ciel.
It was strange having a brother, very different. She had been a only child for as long as she could remember, with no parents or siblings she was usually sick most of the time and the caretaker of the Orphanage would usually take care of her, God bless that person's soul if she remembered who it was. Cosette studied herself again as Mey-Rin praised her work.
"There now you look better I did a good job yes I did!"
"Indeed, she looks quite like a lady of Phantomhive" a voice chimed. Blushing Mey-Rin moved away from the door her hands over her chest as she panted heavily having the daylights scared out of her. Even Cosette jumped a little as her blue orbs clashed into the dark red of Sebastian who was just standing right out in the door way "M-Mister Sebastian don't sneak up on me you nearly scared me to death!" Mey-Rin shouted.
"My apologizes" the butler smiled.
If there was anyone that gave Cosette the creeps in this house was Sebastian so far. To much black and the fact the man has a funny aura around him. Almost unworldly it gave her the chills, it was official that she didn't like this "Sebastian Michealis" there was something about him that was just not right. Everyone else except for Grell and of course Sebastian himself seemed alright and very normal.
"Young lady?"
Blinking her eyes Cosette looked up, her eyes widening having to not notice that the butler had gotten so close to her. He loomed over her like some sort of mountain, his face ten inches away as he tilted his head almost allowing her to have a perfect view.
His hand moved up to touch her forehead, feeling nothing as the girl to a giant step back. Her brows furrowed as her arms crossed along her chest in a instinctive way, a frightened look on her face. She stared at him like he was scorching fire. Frowning Sebastian returned his hand to his side 'Odd…' he thought. Usually girls would be swooning all over his handsome looks (no matter how egotistical that sounds) it almost never failed, then again this girl is possibly the same age as his young master.
'But Lady Elizabeth finds my looks highly appealing…even with pink'
He shuttered mentally at the thought of being publicly humiliated irked him. But this was surely different, it was quite a change he has yet to see in a girl. But decided it was rather nice not to have another girl chasing him all about the mansion while he tries to do his duties, so he decided to reward Cosette with one of his pleasant but pleased smiles (since that's one of the only expression he could make).
She shot him a look, her eyes narrowing and her eyes turning into slits like some sort of cat. But the girl was perfectly human nothing odd about her at all. Turning his head to Mey-Rin he spoke "your job here is done I'll deal with the young lady now and return her to the master"
Pushing her glasses up Mey-Rin's mouth took a shape of a 'o' and nodded her head before waving her good byes to the new girl and walked out of the room "Time to polish the china then it is!"
Once alone, Sebastian held out his hand "Now then young lady time to go now"
Cosette's words were silent as she shook her head not even wanting to go anywhere, so away to the corner she went (well the corner that was farthest away) and tried to attempt to blend in with the surroundings. So Sebastian tried to reason "Young Master, your brother, is waiting for you in the drawing room with Madame Red I am sure you don't want to get lost around the manor by yourself it can be a rather scary place for someone who has never been here"
"I'll go with someone else"
The butler's brows rose, he didn't expect her to talk in such a tender but aggressive way. Her voice to him was delicate and sweet like the sweetest honey anyone could ever find, it screamed loudly of innocence with a hidden fury. He then apologetically looked at her "I'm sorry but I am afraid there is no one else to guide you they all have their things to do here in the manor but my duty is to also take care of the Phantomhive family so that means you as well my young lady" he stated.
Cosette's shoulders slumped, her eyes lowering in defeat as she made her way back to the raven hair man. Politely Sebastian offered her his arm, but she declined it as fine as a lady should. Smirking he moved out of her way to let her out of the room first, wasn't there always a saying that stated lady's first? Ah, indeed there was.
Exiting out himself Sebastian closed the door right behind him.
"Mister Michealis" Cosette called, looking at a wall pretending to be interested. She seemed to have turned bashful suddenly, her cheeks turning red as she was having a hard time trying to ask or tell him something her obvious discomfort afoot as she just stuttered but Sebastian waited patiently quickly picking up the pieces of what she wanted. She wanted to go to Madame Red's carriage, saying something was important in there and she needed to get it. But since they were close to the main doors of the manor Sebastian nodded his head not having to mind doing a quick stop before returning to things that he needed to get done himself. Sadly he also failed to check up on the other house servants such as Mey-Rin with the china, the gardener, and the chef.
So he prayed they didn't cause any mischief.
"Right this way my lady"
Striding through the halls Sebastian kept at a leveled pace as little Cosette kept close behind. Her feet barely making a noise on the ground as they traveled. Though she seemed far to busy to study her surroundings, looking at pictures and fancy furniture that were in the manor's halls. She mentally noted that it was fancy but not to much, most of them were just simple things that a household should need. Though the family was a noble family they sure didn't care about the latest home designs at all. Or at least her 'brother' didn't, he seemed to be just a plain and simple guy after all. Strong and straight to the point.
Entering the grand hall of the manor, Cosette had a second look at it. Just peering up the stairs just finding a plain wall just above, blinking a little she stared at it for just a moment longer having the feeling that something was suppose to be there but what would it be? A family painting maybe? Perhaps she could ask Ciel later about it.
Wasting no time Sebastian pulled open one of the big doors with one hand easily "Out you go" using his other hand he gently pushed Cosette out into the bright sunlight, ignoring her small shriek from the small contact of his hand on her back.
Moving out of the manor he laid eyes of Madame Red's personal coach, Grell having to be there just feeding one of the horses. Having to be noticed the odd butler almost dropped the food, the horse he was feeding giving out a stressed neigh as it pushed it's nuzzle against the man's cheek demanding to be fed some more. And quickly the butler obliged.
"Sebastian what brings you out here?"
Sebastian walked down the stairs and opened the coach door "Lady Cosette forgot something inside of this carriage she had kindly asked me to help her retrieve it" he answered, as young Cosette jumped in looking around through some things.
"Ah, I found you Vincent!" she chirped.
Vincent, who in the world was that…? Peeking into the carriage Sebastian spotted the girl hugging a stuffed rabbit her cheek rubbing against it. But the stuffed animal he saw almost made him choke on air, it was the exact same looking animal that was in his young master's room! A authentic Funtom family toy, only two of them were ever produced in this world with the previous Lord and Lady Phantomhive's names on them. Ciel had his mother's but never had any clue where his father's went. But alas it has been found in arms of the newest Phantomhive member. How ironic is that?
Stepping out of the coach she kept it close, a smile on her face as she hummed happily to nothing.
Closing the door to the coach, Sebastian remained quiet and optimistic about things turning out like this so suddenly. Things would surely become much better here at the manor, he wondered how Ciel will put up with his younger sister. Use her like others? Or perhaps help him pursuit his parents' murderers? Oh my, so many questions and so little answers.
But suddenly the manor doors opened Ciel, Madame Red, and Lau were there as they talked in low whispers. Then all attention turned to the two butlers and the girl who just smiled and waved at them in kind greeting. Ciel's attention of course turned to the stuffed toy rabbit, his eye turning into the size of saucers in some form of shock until Madame Red placed a hand on his shoulder saying something to him. What ever she said got him to relax and possibly embrace the fact that it was true that his parents got him a sister two years ago.
"Sebastian we are leaving" Ciel mumbled, prying his eye away from the harmless rabbit.
Sebastian nodded his head and returned inside, only to reappear again in different clothes. A long dark black coat that went down to his knees, he looked rather nice in it and he wore black boots that were surely made for walking a long distance. Smiling he reopened the coach door again "Where to my lord?" he asked.
Ciel rolled his eye and entered the carriage and sat down not minding the stuff that was already in there "To his place"
"Ah" Sebastian helped Madame Red into the coach and allowed Lau to get him by himself.
"What about the young lady my lord?" he questioned. All eyes turned to Cosette for a moment before groaning out "Bring her along" they grumbled. So as told Sebastian helped her into the carriage much to her displeasure. And sat himself in as well only to take the last place to sit as Grell sat up in the driver's seat.
But Cosette had no where to sit "ugh…"
Lau taking his chance snatched the young girl and sat her on his lap "Hello there~" he spoke, rubbing his cheek against her own. Cosette yelped in surprise as the stranger held her, he was fawning over her calling her the cutest thing he has ever seen. Ciel's eye twitched, the fact that Lau was filling up on his sister was a unpleasant sight "Sebastian" he snapped.
Swiftly Cosette was lifted up into a new pair of arms and sat down on someone else's lap. And there was only one person here that wore black "Mister Michealis!" she yelled. She looked over at her brother Ciel for some help but he just gave her a rather sly look before looking away pretending he wasn't seeing anything.
'He is so mean!' she mentally sulked.
Looking up at Sebastian himself he was there with his eyes closed and smirking. What a cocky basta- "Awe! That is the most endearing thing I've ever seen!" Madame Red crooned. Looking at them like they were love birds. Then suddenly she gave the butler a look "But remember Sebastian I always wanted a daughter so do something bad I'll get you for it" she warned pointing to her eyes before pointing to Sebastian.
"Of course, as a butler of Phantomhive if I couldn't protect my young master or his sister…well then what kind of butler would I be?" he spoke. He only seemed to had gotten a bewildered look from Cosette, she had never heard such a declaration of loyalty like that before especially to a child like Ciel. There possibly couldn't be a way for a family butler to remain that devoted to a family. But how long has he been serving the Phantomhive family?
For now she thought it would only be polite not to ask any questions yet and just huffed, seemingly defeated into having to sit in the dark butler's arms that were securely around her diminutive waist in order to keep her from falling on the coach floor. Though not for one second did she let her guard down and watched his hands like a hawk.
Sebastian found that quite amusing to. The simple idea of a girl not liking him was just perfect, Mey-Rin was enough since she always managed to break every expensive china he orders. Not to mention they are very hard to come by now and days, it was almost maddening to a point. He would have to see what will happen in all due time.
Abnormal was the only word that could be used. One place in London to ever end up in and it had to be a funeral home. And there they were, just standing there staring all at the same building. Lau, Ciel and Sebastian looking serious as if they knew something about this place that the other three didn't. Smiling suddenly Lau turned to them "So where are we?" he questioned jokingly with a light hearted laugh.
"YOU WERE ONLY PRETENDING TO KNOW THIS WHOLE TIME!" Madame Red shrieked.
Grell nervously held up his hands, not wanting the woman's fury placed on himself considering he was the butler and got yelled at all the time. Sebastian on the other hand paid no attention to either of them and opened the shop door guiding them all in one by one and entered lastly allowing the door to shut behind him.
The shop was of course a place of death. With coffins everywhere, and black curtains covering the windows from the sunlight. The only source of light there were lit up candles. It reflected the cobwebs and eyes of watching spiders. Ciel and Sebastian didn't seem to care less but Cosette couldn't help but cling onto Madame Red, this place was absolutely creepy, like it was owned by the dead.
Looking around the young Earl couldn't see where his acquaintance was. Glancing about the shop he rolled his only visible eye "Are you in Undertaker?" he asked. So far no answer at all.
Cosette assumed no one was home, opening her mouth she was just about to suggest they leave until a chuckling laughter was heard.
"HeHe! I been Expecting you!" A shrill voice sang.
Looking to their right the coffin next to them opened, a long slender but very pale hand poked out pushing the door further away to the side, a face of a man appearing as he smiled to happily and eager at them "I bid ye welcome, Lord Earl" He said as he slowly moved out of the coffin pausing for only a second "Has your lordship finally decided to step into the coffin I've especially made for you!" he inquired enthusiastically. Lau and Madame Red froze in shock as they gawked at the Undertaker, Grell on the other hand fell back giving the fact that his legs gave out from under him. And being frightened Cosette snatched Sebastian's hand, the butler looking rather stunned as the girl hid behind him not realizing her mistake just yet. Her small hand trembling and her eyes looking wary but wide with fear. Sighing mentally Sebastian gave the girl's hand a comforting squeeze, feeling her suddenly calm down and tense again when she looked at their hands, startled a 'eep!' sound escaped her lips.
Pulling her hand away she walked over to were Ciel was.
"I think not, today I am-" The Undertaker held a finger to Ciel's lips, shushing the boy instantly and giving Cosette the chance to notice that he had long black painted nails. Retreating his hand the Undertaker flashed a grin again his dark priest-like robes decorating his body, and a simple hat sat on his head. He had a ring on his left index finger and a scar running across his face. You really can't see his eyes either, since he had really long hair that went past his mid-back. His hair, if it was already mentioned. Was white with a touch of grey. He was young, and experienced looking when it came to the dead. His voice sounding like that of a clown, a really happy sounding person though he had a seemingly depressing job.
"You don't need to put it in words" He told Ciel "I understand Veeery well in what milord wishes to say"
Rather please that he didn't have to say anything Ciel gestured him to continue.
So the undertaker sat down on a stool behind his desk "Then let's have a chat I'll make some tea or something won't you just take a seat somewhere over there?" Everyone gave the same look at the undertaker all of them asking the same thing 'Over where?'
Scrambling to find a place to sit Cosette and Ciel found themselves a spot on a small coffin fit for two, Madame Red found a old stool and Lau just sat on a old pillow with his legs crossed. Sebastian decided that he would just stand there, a smile on his face as he silently declined the need for tea or a seat.
Viewing the Undertaker, Cosette tilted her head. Not totally sure what was going on, it was only today that she had gotten her name and new brother. She didn't expect to be dragged to a funeral home or anything since she was now nobility, it was a wonder how her brother could have such a acquaintance. A shiver went down her spin as the man turned his attention to her "and who might this be?" he pointed a long finger at her as he leaned down giving another creepy smile of his "is this your girlfriend milord? She's rather pretty perhaps I can make a coffin similar to your's for her I'll make it nice and pretty~" Cosette could almost feel herself fainting before Ciel let out a frustrated sigh "Undertaker don't harass my sister, she isn't my girlfriend and no a coffin isn't necessary so lets just get back to business"
The Undertaker complied as he pulled out a jar and sat it innocently on his desk, opening it he pulled out a bone shaped biscuit "You want to hear about Jack the Ripper yes?" he inquired "The yard is starting to get their knickers in a bunch about it now but this isn't a first time that I had a client like that" raising the biscuit to his mouth he took a bite, others in the room but Cosette shared the same glances.
"Not the first time? What do you mean?" Madame Red spoke.
Eating another biscuit the Undertaker shrugged "In the past, there've been a number of cases involving murdered whores" kindly the Undertaker offered one of his treats to Ciel, who quickly declined "The yard failed to take notice because the murders weren't terribly bloody at the outset but all the prostitutes in white chapel had a little something in common"
"Something in common?" Ciel muttered.
"You say?" Sebastian tilted his head.
Closing the jar, the Undertaker leered at them a small chuckle forming in his throat "Well what could it be? Whatever could it be? Wouldn't you like to know?" he asked in rhythm. Ciel's brow twitched a bit giving the white hair man a bitter look as Lau stepped in "I see!" he chirped "That's how it is, being an Undertaker is only for his façade for normal society…so how much do you want for information?" The Undertaker looked at him, perking up with interest before rushing up to the man scaring the wits out of him instantly "How much? I do not desire one of the queen's coins!" the man giggled, his head turning to Ciel. If you looked closely you could almost see his eyes shining in a ominous way as he went to the young Earl. Resting his hands on Ciel's cheeks he loomed over the poor boy "Now, Milord Give it to me" oh wow…that sounded dirty everyone thought for a second as the Undertaker started to talk again clasping his hands together and basically drooling "Bestow upon me the choicest Laughter! Then I shall tell you anything!" he promised.
"That creep" the boy grumbled.
Sebastian couldn't refute to that statement as he remained silent. Cosette stared at the man like he was insane as he dreamily lounged over his desk drooling all over it and laughing like a total lunatic. Lau having a idea stood up "Lord Earl please allow me to handle this!" he volunteered. Raising his hand he clenched it into a fist as he dramatically stood there "People have called me the sleeping tiger of the new year's parties in Shanghai and now I'll demonstrate that in full!" he cried. Almost everyone could see a species of Chinese flowers bloom around him as a imaginary tiger appeared behind him "A fool on a Futon~!" he cheered. Wow, talk about ruining the moment.
Hopelessly Madame Red sighed, getting off her old stool to push the failing man aside "That would never do Lau!" she scolded. Raising her hand up she smiled charmingly her eyes narrowing "Madame Red, star of social circles shall share with you her best tales!"
Grell clapped his hands in admiration as he silently cheered for his lady. So waving her hand Madame Red started telling her tale Sebastian quickly covered Ciel's and Cosette's ears and pressing them tightly to his chest so they wouldn't hear through their other ear, he ignored their protests as he listened to the tale. Cosette blushed, remaining deathly still.
"So then…His blank was blank and his blank was blank to!" for God's sake she couldn't hear anything Madame Red or Auntie Angelina (she didn't know what to call her) was saying! Stupid Sebastian! This at least lasted an hour, so far no laughter from the Undertaker as Lau and Madame Red got a giant "X" over their mouths, signifying their failure as they glared at the stubborn man.
"Now that leaves you milord, the last time I was a bit generous if I do say so myself but no specials this time" the Earl blinked.
He had no idea what to do, he wasn't a humorous fellow "Damn" he cursed.
Sebastian was going to step in the place of his master until Cosette raised her hand "I'll do it!" she grumbled. Their mouths nearly fell as she went up to the Undertaker, the man pleased as he poked her little cheek "oh? Little lady is going to have a go?" She nodded her head as she rolled up her sleeves in a not so lady like fashion "C-Cosette" Ciel stuttered.
Looking back at them she gave them the most happiest of smiles "Now all of you go outside, even you Mister Michealis" Giving a glare to go with the smile she held up a finger "But you must under any condition peek inside" she warned.
Quickly they all complied.
Sebastian shut the door fully behind them as he joined his master and the others out in the street, all staring at the shop "Do you actually think what ever she is going to do is going to work?" He asked. Everyone didn't reply to that question as they waited.
And waited…
Then monstrous laughter shook the building, all of them jumping from the loudness of it, the front door open as Cosette leaned casually against it "Come in everyone before you catch a cold he agreed to talk"
"She's good" Lau commented.
Cosette stood there smiling as they all re-entered one by one, seeing the Undertaker face flat on his desk laughing still as the girl shut the door behind Sebastian who just gave a curious stare. Going back to their seats the Undertaker started to talk, saying that all the prostitutes all had something lacking, missing their inners. Everyone (but Sebastian) looked disgusted, who on earth would take someone's inners?
"So they were all lacking Kidneys or something? In that case the killer is a loan shark or like…" Lau covered is mouth to cut himself off as the Undertaker inspected one of his human anatomy dummies, he clicked his tongue on the roof of his mouth in distaste "Chinese cellar rats think up the most disturbing things! It is something that only a prostitute…a girl would posses!"
Resting the dummy aside he sighed as Lau gave a angered look not pleased about the rat comment because he was far from it "Each were missing their uterus" the Undertaker finished.
Explaining about the clients and the murderer himself the Undertaker went behind Cosette now presenting how the killer would kill his victims, reaching a arm over her should he placed his hand around her neck tenderly "Well let's see first I would take something sharp and slash the throat" The Undertaker ran his finger across her throat, Cosette almost giving out a noise of fright as the other free hand of the Undertaker rested just where her uterus would be "Then I'd cut riiight here and steal the little precious" Ciel sent him a look warning him to release his sister, and as such the man did "The skill involved and the lack of hesitation points a professional and most likely someone of the underworld at that" he pointed out. Playfully he poked Ciel's cheek "And that is why I knew you'd come here Milord"
Her brother looked irritated at the statement. Rolling down her sleeves Cosette drifted away from the conversation for a moment. She questioned herself as in why Ciel would be dealing with a murder case? He was around her age, possibly twelve if she guessed right. And there were no signs of her adoptive parents, but she remembered Sebastian introducing Ciel as the head of the family, so did that mean they were no longer around? She'll never know this was very frustrating, but she wanted to be helpful at the same time to Ciel. At least try and being friends with him since she'd be living with him under his roof. Looking over she stared at the butler, Sebastian. Since he was everywhere with Ciel she could at least try to tolerate him, though he did nothing wrong to her expect scare the wits out of her every time she saw him so far. Though there was just something not normal about that man. She couldn't say much about Grell either since he was a dork, but all she can say is that there were something inhuman about them.
Returning back to earth she saw her brother walking to the door, apologizing to the Undertaker about his intrusion before leaving. Jumping off the coffin she followed, saying a quick bye to the "creeper" and jumped into the coach stealing the seat next to Ciel this time so she didn't have to worry about sitting on anyone's laps this time. Madame Red and Lau sat in the same spot, looking tired. And Sebastian peeked into the carriage to see that there was no room for him "Ah…" placing a hand on his chin he smiled. Cosette shrieked as he reached out for her "Now my Lady, time to share again" he sung cruelly.
Shaking her head madly she slapped his hands away "No, no, no not you!"
Grell sat on the coach, ready to start the horses as the carriage started shaking. His eyes wide as it shook more hearing the commotion inside.
"My Lady please stay still before you hurt yourself"
"Why don't you sit with Auntie Angelina!"
"Well I wouldn't mind if that happened~"
"Ugh…sorry Madame I'm afraid I must be next to my master"
"Liar your using him as a excuse!"
A chuckle was heard "I never lie my young lady"
"Ciel!" the girl whined.
"Sorry, don't like at me for help now just deal with it so we can go home so quiet!"
Silence…
Sighing Grell grabbed the steering and snapped it smoothly, the horses obeying and started off in a nice low pace trot. But honestly he doesn't get rewarded enough for this at all. Rolling his green eyes he frowned, his lady better at least give him something in return today is going to drive him nuts especially with the other butler and the little pet arguing so far, he can say he almost has a headache.
But for now he'll wait and just get them all back to the Phantomhive manor.
Cosette was obviously happy when she saw the mansion in sight out the window, perhaps she couldn't wait to get off his lap. Sebastian could only think of this as a form of mild amusement, she was rather funny on the way home. Starting some arguments with him and all until his young master would tell them to be silent. He could say that she had a spark of fire behind those innocent fierce eyes of hers. Pulling her back towards him Sebastian tightened his hold around her small body "My lady it's dangerous to stick your head out of the window, you might fall out"
She merely pouted at him muttering that she can do what she pleased since he was only a butler.
She had a point there, but still he was more then just a mere butler. She still doesn't know of the dark secret that her "Brother" keeps from her and everyone else. It was him. A butler who was a demon, a devil of sorts, summoned accidentally by the young master from the pits of hell and making a covenant with the young boy making him his faithful dog. Playing with a piece of Cosette's hair he smiled, he was a sacrifice, a wish, until he can claim his master's soul.
That was the agreement of the covenant, since that day. And he will remain with Ciel until the last moment of when the agreement is completed.
Seeing the coach pull into a stop he released her when she gave a cheerful cry of laughter, grabbing her white stuffed rabbit Vincent she opened the door and jumped out, landing on the rubble roughly and sprang back into action. Sebastian followed her so he held open the door for the honored guests and his master, holding out a gloved hand he offered to help his master. Ciel, didn't even look at it as he sneered and stepped down lightly himself, cursing Sebastian of being a lowly demon.
Ah, the joys of serving this boy.
Closing the door he, watched them all retreat into the manor. Leaving him for a moment by himself as Grell rushed in after Madame Red.
Peering at the horses, they nervously shifted not really comfortable about his presence. Much like how Cosette was, she could probably sense that he was different like many of the other animals. Running a gloved hand through his hair Sebastian pulled out a pocket watch, opening it he stared at the time.
"Oh my…it's almost time for dinner I better start preparing it"
Putting the watch away he made his way into the manor. Closing the large door behind him, glancing around he was rather surprised that nothing bad has happened to the mansion at all. Everything looked like it was in one piece surprisingly.
With all the clumsy people in this manor you'd thing that it would have been destroyed by now.
Taking off his coat, he draped it over his arm. Walking smoothly to the kitchen where the head chef would be. Seeing that there was no smoke coming from the manor it would tell him that the kitchen was still in one peace. Stepping lightly he followed along the hallway and went to the two double doors and entered. Seeing said chef about ready to cook.
"Alright for sure I'm going to get this dish to work!"
The chef, was the only one in the mansion. His hair was a spiky blonde, his brows thick and his chin strong. He was rolling back his sleeves to get ready, his arms were muscular. He wore a apron around his waist as he started to look for some ingredients.
"What to cook?" he mumbled.
Making his presence known Sebastian laid a hand on his shoulder "That won't be necessary this evening" the man jumped out of his skin when he heard the butler's silky voice. The cigarette falling out of his mouth as he spun around leaning on the counter "S-Sebastian!" he croaked. His eyes wide and face pale when he saw the said butler before him. Though Sebastian was smiling it still scared anyone who worked here besides Mey-Rin.
"Why don't you go retire for the evening Baldo I have everything handled" Sebastian offered kindly. The chef nodded his head saluting him quickly before running off "O-okay thank you mister Sebastian!" with that he was gone.
Sighing Sebastian rested his coat on a chair. Also he took off his tailcoat, tossing it to the side as he got his own apron to work with, thinking for a second a meal for dinner popped up in his head. He will make the same meal that he did for when the young master woke up. It is simple, elegant, and easy to do! And aside from that it was one of his master's preferred meals.
Pulling out a few pans he got to work, his eyes shining delightfully as he pulled out a large salmon next.
She was hungry. Cosette sat at the table her legs swinging back and forth as everyone waited for their dinner. Except for Lau he left to go deal with some business that needed his attention. And it was almost eight now, whatever the chef is doing is sure taking him a long time. Closing her eyes she rested there and waited until a sweet aroma filled the air. Doors opened and closed as the sound of steps approached the table. Opening her eyes she saw their nicely prepared meal and gawked. It looked so delicious!
Watching Sebastian serve it to Ciel he explained the course of their food "Today this evening I have prepared poached salmon and mint salad we have toast, scones, and pain de campagne on the side which would you prefer?"
Ciel and Madame Red wanted scones.
Cosette, when it was her turn shyly looked down as Sebastian put her food in front of her. He stared at her wishing to know what she wanted so silently she said "Toast please"
And quickly it was there, a nice soft brown toast of white bread.
Taking her cup Sebastian poured in some tea. Ciel, taking a sip of his since he was served first smelt the nice fragrance that it produced. "This smell, Ceylon tea hm?"
"Yes sir, from Royal Doulton" Sebastian answered. Resting her tea down he bowed "The tea set is Wedgwood blue and white"
Wishing them a good meal he walked out of the room. Cosette watching his every move until he was gone and started eating her food. Pausing her eyes glowed in the brightest way as the food simply just melted in her mouth. This was possibly the best cooking that she had ever had, she would make sure to send her regards to the chef! Taking another bite she tuned in on Ciel's conversation with her new aunt.
"Tonight we will play a game of chess"
"Chess? Really, you know I'll win"
Ciel sent the woman a look and smiled, something that was cruel on his lips "I never lose"
Cosette leaned in feeling rather interested about this. So her brother, if she got it right. Likes to play games, well that's good that means they can play something together for later. Gulping down the mint salad she flinched, finding it way to strong tasting for her liking. Drinking the rest of her tea she worked on the toast eating it slowly.
"Cosette"
Pausing in mid-bite she looked up to Ciel. Who was watching her with a keen eye, putting down her toast she wiped her mouth off with a napkin "Yes?" she replied. Her voice still ever soft even if she was arguing with Sebastian sometimes. Resting his chin on his hand he leaned himself up on his elbow on the table.
"After dinner I am sending Sebastian here to send you off to bed, you will need to wake up early tomorrow" he stated dryly.
Cosette didn't say anything, giving him a look that she didn't want Sebastian to put her to bed. Where were the other servants? She rather have Mey-Rin tuck her in! But she didn't argue as she sadly nodded her head. Madame Red giggled "So why not give your sister a good night kiss?" she teased. Ciel's face turned red as he snapped his head to look at the woman "KISS HER GOOD NIGHT!" he yelled. Madame Red laughed and waved her hand side to side "oh what your family now and it would be cute~"
Ciel slammed his head against the table and shook, there was a gloomy cloud resting above his head "Over my dead body I will"
Cosette couldn't agree more, her face was red at the thought. And they weren't even blood related, if he wanted to he could have her way with her or something! 'Wahhh! I hope that doesn't happen!' she thought, turning her head away she cried tears that would fill up a river the word "freaked out" above her head.
Stopping her fit she saw Ciel there, his face much closer to hers with Madame Red standing right behind him having the boy by the back of his vest as he struggled to get out of her hold "Madame Red release me at once!" he shouted.
The woman shook her head and pushed him forward "kiss her good night or else you won't sleep tonight" she threatened.
Stopping his struggle Madame Red released him and crossed her arms expectantly. Ciel fixed his clothes and sent her a glare, before turning to his sister. Sighing he leaned down, Cosette moving as far as possible only to feel a soft pair of lips on her cheek. Eyes widening she just sat still.
"Young master I-"
Sebastian was there eyes wide with some shock, his mouth slightly open. Ciel was angry when he stood up straight shaking his hands around wildly "This is NOT what it looks like" he growled. Giving Madame
Red a look he pointed to Cosette "Sebastian, take her to her room it's time for her to go to bed" with that Ciel stalked out of the room. Leaving his aunt and sister behind with the butler.
"Oh, I think I pushed it to far" saying good night Madame Red followed after her nephew, calling his name out until her presence was no longer around just leaving Cosette and Sebastian alone together. She didn't move from her chair as her gaze remained fully trained on the door the Earl had just walked through moments ago.
Sebastian was almost doing the same thing until he reminded himself of what he had to do and walked over at a snail's pace. His hands resting on her chair, pulling it out slowly. The lights in the room dimming as he helped her out of the chair "May I ask what happen?" he questioned.
Cosette met his gaze, his eyes glittering like red rubies in the dark as he glanced down at her. Frightened she took a step back, her lower lip trembling again like it was when they first met earlier today. She was insecure, having a hard time answering that it only came out as gibberish. Sebastian rested a hand on his forehead, not really wanting to deal with this now. This girl was way to scared of him to even produce a answer for him directly. 'It's like she already knows what I am, yet she is clueless' he told himself mentally. Returning his hand to his side he considered a thought 'Perhaps she needs a little reassuring'
"Cosette" he called. The girl stopped her blabbing as the butler got on one knee before her, his eyes holding the lightest form of sincerity that a demon could possibly do. Grasping her tiny warm hand he held it in both of his, bringing it to his chest where his non-existent heart would be . The girl watched, her trembling ceasing as he caught her off guard. Sebastian took this as a opportunity to advance "You don't have to be frightened of me child, I am merely a butler that serves your brother nothing more nothing less…I serve the family Phantomhive as well, that means you and as the butler of this family I will not bring you any harm what so ever, even if you don't like me are you willing to trust this lowly servant?" he spoke, his voice light but deeply rich to her ears. A declaration of loyalty to her and Ciel he was making. But it was working, Cosette was giving it a thought, she hadn't snatched her hand back yet so that was a good sign.
"I'm sorry…"
Okay…he wasn't expecting that. How many times did he have to be shocked today? His eyes were already forming to the size of saucers, awkwardly he didn't know what to do now. Thinking quickly he squeezed her hand lightly "Sorry for what my lady?" honestly there was nothing to be sorry for.
But she looked guilty, as if she had done something bad. Smiling slightly she hung her head in shame "I was rude to you today…and I don't even know you Mister Michealis but there has been something about you that made me frightened and I'm still scared like your not even apart of this world" she was being truthful. It confirmed his suspicions though, she had sensed that he was different.
Laughing lightly he stood up "I'm sure that I am just Sebastian my lady"
"But there are so many things I wish to ask about Phantomhive, and Ciel there are so many things I want to know"
Patting her head, he shook his head at her "I'm afraid you must wait for now, those questions shall be answered in all do time" Cosette frowned and swatted his hand away, muttering that he was messing up her hair and the ribbons were tugging when he did that. Getting up he held her hand still, a charmingly pleased expression on his face "Well then my lady, shall I escort you to your chambers?"
Cosette nodded her head "Yes thank you" she then held onto his side shivering "T-the dark is scary" she added.
Well that's no surprise, girls and other children around her age would be still fearful of the dark. Releasing her hand he allowed her to cling to him and sighed "My lady there is nothing here to worry about the manor is a safe place" he assured 'Not safe from me' was his only thought.
She stubbornly shook her head, her eyes already to the brim of tears. In defeat the butler guided her out of the room the lights from the candles fully snuffing out after their leave. Reaching out for a lantern, he grasped it. He always had one ready for him just out in the hall when it was night. Not that he needed it anyways but he just used it for incase he were to bump into unwanted visitors or the young master if he was seeking him out. Though Ciel sometimes forgets that he could be called with the covenant.
But leading this small new addition to the manor was no problem at all. She didn't really say much, just shivered when she saw a extremely dark hallway or corner. With his eyes, Sebastian could see anything like a nocturnal animal. He was the predator during the day and night, and it was his territory.
"I do hope you find this house to your liking, everything here is of Phantomhive hospitality"
Cosette nodded her head, humming lightly "I like it, but there is something about this place that doesn't settle with me" she told him. Sebastian gave her a look, his scarlet eyes shining with some interest. His curiosity getting the best of him "May I ask what?" he inquired. Cosette rested a finger on her chin her brow scrunching up in thought "The atmosphere, it's dark and depressing but sadly beautiful like something tragic had happened here that I don't know about…" she looked rather sad "and Ciel seems like he is hiding something I don't understand why he would even be trying to solve a murder case, Jack the Ripper is dangerous and Ciel is only a kid to" she explained.
"It's because he's the head of Phantomhive family, he serves the Queen whenever she calls"
"Like a dog?"
"Like a dog" he affirmed.
Turning into the next corridor they continued their little chat. Sebastian feeling a bit better that he can have a decent conversation for once 'Without being ordered or having to do something' it was like when he saw his beloved little black cat that he saw everyday. And he didn't have to worry about watching her, that was the good part.
"What happened to Ciel's parents?" she suddenly question.
Making a face Sebastian groaned mentally 'To many questions!'
But it was innocent, looking down at her face she just stared up at him in wonderment. She surely didn't have any bad intentions, but still never know if she was a possible enemy. Narrowing his eyes he grinned "I'm afraid I can't answer that"
"Why not?" she complained.
"It's not my place to say, my young master will tell you when he wants to" he pointed out. Shutting her mouth she didn't argue against it, pleased he finally brushed her pass his master's quarters and two doors down where her room will be from now on. Holding a finger to his mouth he motioned for her to be as quiet as possible before entering and allowing her in. "This shall be your room I hope it's to your liking" he spoke. As expected the girl grew excited at her new beautiful room. It was fit for a Queen!
The bed was king sized with Prussian blue silk sheets, matching pillows, a matching canopy with a dark oak bed set. Flowers were carved deeply into it, a popular French style to match the giant dresser that was across the room already full of clothes her size (thanks to Mey-Rin) and on top of it was her stuffed rabbit, Vincent.
Also to decelerate the room were blue roses, commonly it was known as the Blue room for guests. Sebastian was the one to set the room himself. Even laying down a expensive Persian rug at the foot of the bed, even he himself could say that he had did a good job and mentally patted himself on his back for his good work. Laughing happily Cosette ran to her new bed, resting her hands on it "This is amazing!" she chirped. Sitting down on it she fumbled with taking off her shoes, Sebastian just watching until she finally got them off and scrambled to stand up on the soft mattress. Gaining balance she started jumping "This is fun!" giggling she landed on her bottom, messing up the sheets successfully. Sebastian sweat dropped 'Got to work on her manners' he noted.
Resting the lantern on the counter, he clapped his hands to catch her attention "Now, now my lady it's time for bed so please don't mess up the room this evening" Cosette stuck her tongue out at him "I don't want to" she replied. Raising a brow at her his eyes narrowed into slits "Oh?" he murmured. Getting no response the girl just crossed her arms, challenging him to do anything if he dared.
Smiling sweetly the butler pulled back the gloves on his hands "Your bring this on yourself my lady" he warned. Taking menacing steps forward he walked to the bedside, and waited there for a moment as Cosette cowered to the other side of the bed, hearing her gulp loudly. Jumping he reached out for her "Your mine!" he blinked when a pillow smacked right into his face, Cosette squealing as she made a run for it. Grabbing the offensive cushion he growled placing it back on the bed firmly "Cosette Rachel Phantomhive you better get back here" he demanded. The girl shook her head and ran for the door only to gasp when the man appeared suddenly in front of her holding out his arm to block her way his eyes gleamed into a dark glowing purple-pink color, his pupils resembling that of a cat's when he glowered at her. But she just stared as his eyes turned quickly back into those wine colored hues.
Rubbing her eyes she looked again, nothing different they were still the same.
'That's weird…I thought I saw…no it was probably nothing'
Brushing off the weird look he was getting Sebastian picked up the small girl and flopped her over his shoulder "Time for bed" he muttered dryly. Cosette sniffled but said nothing more as he returned her to the bed and set her gently on it "Now my lady we need to get you out of those clothes" the girl gave him a "your kidding" look, her hands grasping a pillow and holding between herself and the butler like a type of shield "C-can't I just do it myself?" she stuttered.
"You expect to get that corset off by yourself?"
Nodding her head she pulled the canopy close so the butler could no longer see her "No peeking!" she said. Rolling his eyes Sebastian waited, hearing her struggles for at least five minutes. Then a defeated sigh as the girl peeked out of the canopy covers "O-okay, maybe i do need help" she admitted. Victoriously Sebastian ordered her to face her back towards him so he could untie the laces so she could get out herself. She did hesitantly, her face unsure if she could trust the man or not. Staring at the small female, Sebastian got to work. Slowly he moved her long hair over her shoulder, observing the way the candle light reflected off it, and how white the skin on the back of her neck was. Deciding to be a tease he ran one finger down her back causing her to shiver and almost freak out "Mister Michealis!" she warned.
Laughing he started to unravel the laces, being swift at it until he patted her back "All done" smiling he closed the canopy so she could get undressed. Going to the wardrobe he opened it and pulled out some nice pajamas that would be the most comfortable one for the night. Walking back he held it through the canopy curtians "oh thank you" Cosette grasped it and exchanged it for her day clothes which Sebastian collected into his arms, getting the sudden sent of the sea and flowers. It was a very intoxicating smell. Closing his eyes the butler lowered the clothes away from his nose and rested them on a nearby chair neatly.
Hearing the canopy reopen again he saw the new Phantomhive in her pjs. Her hair no longer having the ribbons in it and the stockings gone showing pure skin that held not even a scar. She stood up walking around her bed happily before falling down on her bottom a sniffle of laughter passing her lips. Returning to the bed side he pulled back the covers "Alright my lady it's time you fall asleep tomorrow will be a rather busy day" he ordered. Cosette sighed and crawled over sticking her thin legs under the covers as she struggled for a moment to get herself to lay down, her head landing on the soft pillows with a light 'poof' sound following after it. Raising her hand she sniffled a yawn as Sebastian rested the covers over her. Smiling the butler stepped away "There, now i bid you a good night's rest my lady I will see you in the morning" with that he spun on his heels and snatched the lantern right from the counter where he left it and walked straight for the door. His gloved hand grasping and twisting the knob before pulling the door open and stepping out lightly.
"Good night Mister Michealis" a quiet voice said, it was groggy and tired.
Looking over his shoulder he gave the young girl one last look before smirking "Good night" he replied. Going out into the hallway he shut the door behind him, standing there for only a second before covering his mouth to silence some of his amused laughter. Dropping his hand to the side he blew out the small fire the latern held his eyes burning brightly in the dark as he started to walk away from his master's and Cosette's chambers. A small sigh escaped his lips as he disappeared into the welcoming darkness his voice silent as it echoed the halls of the manor.
"Now...to prepare for the morrow"
Woot, first Kuroshitsuji fanfic chapter done! I hope it was good for all you fans because i worked hard on it not to mention i had a lot of free time to do this since i got nothing to do XD
And i haven't had internet for awhile to do anything x.x;;
So i hope you enjoyed to review and comment on what you guys think!