Chapter One

Snap! I curse under my breath, "bloody ribbon.." as I toss my now ruined blue hair ribbon to the side and sigh, pulling out my white ribbon from a box to braid into my long dark red hair instead. "I guess it still goes with my dress..." I glance in the floor length mirror, seeing the white ribbon blending well with my primarily blue dress, the black accents helping the ribbon pop. My vivid green eyes seem even brighter tonight.

My name is Emma Rose Jardel, daughter of Lord Markus James Jardel. We are the last of the Jardel line. My mother died when I was much younger, I don't remember her to well, but I'm told she was a very happy, bright person. Papa says I have her eyes.

Tonight, there is a party at Trancy Manor, where my father and I are to attend. It isn't all fun and games, though. Father is an important member of a secret society, and needs to meet with some other members tonight at the party. Im not allowed to know much more, however... Papa says its for my own safety. 'The less you know, the better, little rose' he says to me. I'll find out one day, though, nosy as I am.

Knock knock, "Are you ready, sweetheart?" papa calls from outside my door. When I open the door, I smile, "Of course, papa. I wouldn't miss it"

He pats my cheek, "Thats my good girl.. Come along." He holds his arm out for me and I link my arm in his, as he escorts me through our large manor to our carriage. The carriage is parked in front of the manor when we come outside, made of luxurious dark wood. Our horses, one black and one brown, whiny as we approach. The coachman opens the carriage door and bows as papa helps me inside, stepping in after me. I sit and stare out the window and soon we begin moving.

"Now darling, remember that this party is also an important business endeavor to me, so be sure you ta-" I cut him off with a grin. "Talk to all the right people, and make the right friends. I know papa, don't worry" he chuckles and smiles, "Thats my girl.."

We ride for about two hours, making jokes and talking, just like always. Since mother died, papa has always been my best friend. I don't have many friends, due to always staying in to read or going places with papa, but I love my life. We're happy.

As we arrive to our destination, I glance outside our carriage, "So many people... This really is a big event, isnt it?" I look to father as he nods, "Yes, little rose... But nothing we can't handle. We are, after all, Jardels." he smiles and pats my cheek.

We leave our carriage, papa helping me step out, and head inside. A friend of his, Lord William Bennett, greets us at the door and sweeps my father away for his meeting. I sigh as I head into the party, smiling at everyone. I wonder how long papa will be busy... I smile as I talk to a gentleman with blonde hair and lecherous eyes, paying no mind to the discussion. I always feel so isolated at these events. In the middle of the conversation with the blonde man, whos name I never quite caught, a girl runs up to me with blonde pigtails. Shes wearing a pink dress squealing as she drags a rather disgruntled gentleman in blue, with an eye patch, yelling, "Oh my goodness! I love your dress! Its so pretty! And the ribbon in your hair is so lovely! Oh Ciel, dont you love her dress?!" she giggles loudly. The blue boy just sighs.

I blink at the couple as the gentleman just grunts, "She looks fine, Lizzy.." and after a night of smiling and pretending to want to know people, all I can do is genuinely laugh at the couple, earning confused looks from both them and the blonde lecher. "What are you laughing at?" the gentleman asks, clearly put out.

"Im so sorry for laughing, its just you two seem to be complete opposites. You're cute. Its cheerful to see." I smile genuinely, for the first time since my father wandered away. Just as I giggle again, I feel a hand on my shoulder and look up to see papa.

"I see you've made acquaintance with Lord Phantomhive and Viscount Druitt, little rose." papa smiles. I blush, ashamed of myself.

"Not quite father.." I turn to the couple, "It's lovely to meet you Lord Phantomhive. My name is Emma Rose Jardel," I say as I curtsy. Ciel straightens and does a slight bow, "My name is Ciel Phantomhive and this is Lady Elizabeth Midford," On cue, Lady Midford curtsies and smiles, "Please, call me Lizzy".

I smile as father chuckles "Not to break up this lovely meeting, but Lord Phantomhive, if I may, I need to speak with you about about some very important matters."

Ciel nods, "I must get Lady Midford home, however you are welcome to come to my home tomorrow and we can speak then."

Father nods, "Of course, we will arrive at noon to speak." Ciel nods as his butler approaches, "My lord, your carriage awaits.." just as Lizzy yawns. Ciel bows his head, "Good evening, Lord and Lady Jardel.." I curtsy and father bows low, and in unison we smile, "Good night, Lord Phantomhive."

Papa turns to Viscount Druitt, "It is nice to see you again, sir, however I must sweep my daughter away for the evening." The Viscount grins looking me over again, seemingly not for the first time, though I hadnt noticed until now, and smirks, "I shall see you again, my beautiful little hummingbird~" as he waltzes away, leaving me shuddering"

Shaking my head to get the creepy man out, I turn to papa and tilt my head, "Important matters with Lord Phantomhive?" He looks down at me, "Dont worry, little rose.. Its nothing you need to worry about. However, I would love for you to accompany me there. I hear his servants are quite amusing." he chuckles and I smile slightly, "I would love to papa". Why does this visit feel ominous to me...

He links my arm to his again, "Lets get home, shall we? He have a busy day tomorrow." I nod as we say our final goodbyes to the other guests and head for our carriage.

A/N: Hey guys! Please send me feedback! I hope everyone likes this fanfic, its gona get good lol Im open to suggestions as well, and guesses!

A/N: So its been a LONG time since I last updated this story... But now I have a BRAND NEW COMPUTER! I'm revising the first three chapters (Mainly to get a grip at where I was ^.^;;; ) and from there Ill begin new chapters :) I hope to have a chapter out a week! Please, review! I would love to hear your thoughts, opinions, and suggestions!