Elizabeth had woken early that day, so early in fact that she had her maid, Paula make her breakfast opposed to the chef. Why? Well, the answer was quite simple. Ciel had agreed to visit with her. Having almost all of his time consumed by his Watchdog duties, her young fiancé hardly had time to spare for her. Sure she would drop by his house uninvited, but despite the cheerful attitude she almost always displayed around him, it was evident the times he didn't want her there, the times he would sigh and grudgingly accept her presence. She would act like she didn't notice, continuing to giggle and talk about whatever came to mind. But she did notice, and she felt guilty. But nothing would stop her in her constant efforts to see him smile genuinely.
But this time was different, he had agreed to do whatever she wanted for the day. Mostly because he had made her cry the last time he saw her by, in short, telling her to "Get lost." Of course, being an Earl, and her betrothed, he said in a gentlemanly and kind manner. But nothingless, her eyes began to water.
"Paula do I look alright?" Elizabeth asked her maid, as the brown haired woman gently finished off the Lady's outfit by adding a pink bow to Elizabeth's hair. "Beautiful as always, Milady." Paula answered truthfully, anything her young mistress wore was always extremely beautiful to the maid. Today, the blonde sported a light blue dress, with a line of pink bows going down the middle, along with a blue ruffled choker with a pink rose, white gloves and as always, low heeled shoes in attempt to even her height out with Ciel's.
Smiling in appreciation and content, Elizabeth nodded. "Alright then, please ready the carriage, we can head to the Phantomhive estate!" She had stayed up last night, laying awake in bed and planning the events for today, she was determined to make this the best day she and Ciel had ever spent together.
Soon enough, she and Paula were in the carriage and heading at a steady pace towards her future husbands manor. "I hope he has fun today..." Elizabeth muttered, suddenly growing nervous as she looked out the window at the passing scenery, she really wanted Ciel to enjoy himself today. "Don't worry Milday, I'm sure he will!" Paula assured, smiling comfortingly at her Mistress. The words caused Elizabeth to gently smile. "Thank you, Paula..." Her whispered reply came out.
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After what seemed like forever of travel time, the carriage slowed to a halt in front of the mansion. With a joyous laugh, Elizabeth opened the door herself, not waiting for the coachmen to do it for her, and ran towards the door. Leaving her poor maid to run and try to catch up with her. Already expecting the Lady, Sebastian was ready to open the door when Elizabeth frantically began knocking. "Ah Lady El-" He was cut off by her sudden outburst. "Hello Sebastian!" She said hurriedly, hurrying forward into the house. It took her less than a fraction of a second to spot the person she was looking for. A young, lanky boy with navy colored hair was making his way down the grand staircase in the entry hall towards her. "Ciel~!" She squealed in joy, running forward to meet him halfway. She didn't notice the look of utter terror displayed on his features as she lunged forward and enveloped him into a suffocating hug. After she had clung onto him for long enough, she loosened her grip and stepped back and grinned.
Ciel, who's hair was know slightly ruffled and looked a little dazed, gave her a soft smile, although the expression in his visible blue eye didn't quite meet it. "Lady Elizabeth, it's a pleasure to-" He was cut off from his formal greeting by Lizzy pouting, "Ciel! I told you, call me Lizzy!" She watched as her fiancé's smile faltered slightly, before it returned, he chuckled a little. "Right of course, Lizzy, it's nice to see you." This time, he decided to give a more casual greeting.
Satisfied, Lizzy took his hands in hers and bounced slightly. "Ciel, guess what we're doing today?" As usual, she didn't give the other a chance to reply before she continued. The boy only stared at her, attempting to look interested, he really wanted to make Lizzy happy and if it meant following her around for a day, he would do it.
"First, we're going on a picnic alright!?" Lizzy started, "Oh, and you know about that new fair in London, that's only here for a week?! I got us tickets for it! Doesn't it sound fun!?" Clearly excited by the idea, her eyes were wide and glittering. "It sounds wonderful, Lizzy." Ciel answered, he supposed there were worse things that could happen then spending the day with his Fiancée.
"Sebastian, prepare us a picnic lunch." Ciel ordered, looking down from where he was standing on the staircase towards his black clad butler who was staring at him with a hint of smug amusement glittering in his eyes. "Right away, My Young Lord." The raven haired man said, bowing before he turned swiftly on his heel to head towards the kitchen. "Paula, you can go help Sebastian!" Elizabeth dismissed her maid. The two watched their servants leave before Ciel turned to Elizabeth and offered her his arm. "Would you like to go to the parlor while we wait for the preparations to be made?" More than eagerly, she linked her arm with his. "Of course!"
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The picnic had been quite enjoyable for the both of them. Lizzy enjoyed spending time with Ciel. Ciel enjoyed the cake Sebastian had brought, and maybe a certain part of him was slightly entertained by spending time with Elizabeth. Now they were at the fair. Lizzy held onto Ciel's hand tightly as she pulled him around, there was so many things to do it was almost overwhelming. Foreign entertainment, shops, animals and much more.
The young couple were now walking through the shop area. Whispers around them were heard.
"Is that Earl Phantomhive with his Fiancé?"
"Look at the Lord and his Lady! So cute."
"Darn, looks like they're still together, I suppose my daughter still doesn't have a chance."
That last comment irritated Elizabeth slightly, but she chose to ignore it. Where as Ciel turned his head in the direction of the voices and gave the two ladies and slight glare before returning his gaze forward. He allowed Elizabeth to lead him towards a small jewelery stand, where immediately a diamond necklace took her attention. She stood gawking at it, while Ciel absent mindedly, looked over the other pieces of jewelery before looking back towards the blonde haired girl who was still looking at it.
With a small sigh, he leaned to look over her shoulder. "Do you like it?" He asked lightly, Elizabeth turned to look at him. "Why yes, I think it's quite lovely." She replied, running a gloved finger over the smooth diamonds that gave the necklace its charm. "Would you like it?" He continued. Lizzy widened her emerald eyes and her cheeks lightly flushed. "C-Ciel, you don't have to." She started quickly. As if settling something in his mind, Ciel took the necklace and faced the stand owner. "I'll take this." He said, it certainly wouldn't be cheap. "Aye, young lad. Tis a lovely one." The old man chuckled. Ciel reached into his pocket and pulled out a sac of coins. He had felt as if he would be buying Lizzy something today.
After paying, he looked over the necklace before glancing at Lizzy, who was watching him with wide and awed eyes. "Ciel! Thank you so much!" She cried out, pulling him in for a hug. Ciel gripped onto the necklace to make sure he didn't drop it, before he tenderly wrapped his arms around her in return. "I'm glad you're happy Lizzy." He said truthfully, ignoring the curious glances they were receiving. After a few seconds he pulled away. "May I put it on you?" He asked with a small grin. Blushing, she nodded timidly and turned around. Ciel ignored the fact that she was still tightly taller than him and elegantly placed the necklace on her.
"There, you look nice." He complimented. Elizabeth grinned, "Alright Ciel, if you got me something. I'll get you something too! Wait here while I look around." Before he could protest that it was alright, she had already set off, looking around hurriedly.
Looks like he didn't have a choice but to do as she said and wait. "My, my, young Lord, that was a very kind thing of you to do for the Lady." A smooth voice spoke from behind. Ciel turned to see Sebastian standing there and grinning softly. He of course knew his butler had been following them around, but still he was mildly irritated. "Shut up." The Earl waved the demon off. "I was just doing what was necessary to keep her happy, as it is my duty." "Of course, my apologies." Sebastian dipped his head, and looked as if he wouldve liked to say more if it weren't for a sudden voice. Crisp, clear and slightly menacing. "Ciel! It's been forever."
Not realizing who who it as at first, Ciel looked over with a cocked brow. "Wh-" he stopped dead as he saw the girl now holding onto his upper arm. Her pale skin framed by wavy black hair and chocolate brown eyes. A person he hadn't seen in a very long time, and one he had thought he'd never see again.