~~So... I have a really good idea for this story. Ah. AU. Ciel is still engaged to Lizzy. Grell and Madam Red weren't Jack the Ripper. MODERN. Ciel is 14 in this story. And being the Queen's guard dog is going to be interesting. ~~

DISCLAIMER: I do not own nor claim Kuroshitsuji, all rights belong to Yana Toboso.

Chapter One: A Letter

Ciel Phantomhive sat behind the desk in his study, reading over some random paperwork. He sighed and rested his chin on his knuckles as he continued reading. He was bored, but he often was. He finished the paper and leaned back in his swivel chair. He slowly spun the chair in a circle. Then he spun the opposite direction. He started spinning faster and faster. He giggled. He slowed the chair down while smiling.

Someone knocked on his study door, causing him to clear his throat and regain his composure.

"Yes."

Sebastian entered the room with a cart.

"Your afternoon tea, Young Master. And this."

He held a letter with the Queen's crest pushed into the wax seal. Ciel took the letter and pulled the flap up. He removed the letter as Sebastian poured him a cup of tea. His uncovered blue eye widened, then he let his head fall onto his desktop.

"Sir.."

Ciel's response was a groan. Without lifting his head, he handed Sebastian the letter.

"Earl Phantomhive,

I have a task for you. I need you and a few others, of your choice, to go undercover. There is a couple that Scotland Yard are suspicious of. Sir Arthur has brought these concerns to me, and in turn, me to you. They believe the husband to be involved with a criminal underworld, the likes of which you haven't seen.

Your cover is girl named Victoria. One of your people with you will need to pretend to be a suitor. You will have a pretend wedding so you and your fake spouse can get close to the suspected couple as happy newlyweds. The couple is Margaret and Jonas Sinclair. Good luck Ciel.

Your assistance is appreciated by myself and our great country."

Sebastian looked at Ciel. His head was still on the desk.

"Sir. Do you know who you want undercover with you? And please, young master drink your tea, lest it get cold."

Ciel raised his head with a sigh.

"Well. You'll be undercover with me of course. And Finny, Meyrin, and Bard. Perhaps Lao and Madam Red. I'm not sure yet. Leave me to think."

Sebastian bowed and pulled the cart out of the room with him, quietly shutting the door. He picked up the cup of tea and took a sip. It was rich and had a hint of fruit, though Ciel couldn't identify what fruit.

He thought about it and decided that maybe Grell could help too. He pulled open the desk drawer to get his address/phone book. He then picked up the phone and found the number for Lao's tea shop.

He answered on the third ring.

"Imperial Tea Imports. May I help you?"

"Lao?"

"Ah, Ciel. How are you?"

"I'm alright I suppose. I need your assistance."

"Oh? With what My Lord?"

"I'm going undercover. I need people to go under with me."

"Hmm. Sounds interesting. Who do I get to be?!"

"You're too excited about this Lao." Ciel said while pinching the bridge of his nose.

"Oh nonsense!"

Ciel could practically see the smile on Lao's face.

"You could be a suitor for a few weeks."

"... HAHAHA! Young Lord, do you have to be a woman?"

"Shut up! Will you help or not?"

"It would be an honor My Lady."

Lao hung up before Ciel could say anything else. He sighed. He looked for the number Grell had given him. A cell number.

He dialed and got his voicemail.

"Hello! I'm dreadfully sorry I missed your call. And Bassy if that's you, I'll always be waiting for you! -mwah-" -beep-

"Grell. I need you to call me. I have something important to discuss with you."

He hung up the phone.

"Now for Madam Red..."

He dialed her number from memory. She answered immediately.

"Ciel! How's my favorite nephew?"

"Uh...hi. I'm alright. How have you been?"

"I've been fantastic."

He smirked.

"Aunt Ann, I have a favor to ask you."

"Oh? I'm intrigued. What is it?"

"The Queen has asked me to go undercover. Would you go under with me?"

"Oh sure! What do we have to do?"

"Uhm... well, I have to be a girl, with suitors nonetheless. You could be a friend or relative of mine?"

"Ooh! I'll be a friend. We can gossip!"

He smiled a little. "Thank you. I'll call you again when I have everything figured out."

"Alright sweetie. I love you!"

"Love you too..."

They ended the call. As soon as the phone was hung up, it rang.

"Hello?"

"Hello little lord!"

"Grell."

"So, what's this important business.-gasp- Do I finally get to marry Bassy?! OOH!"

"No, Grell, that's not it. You annoy him you know?"

"I don't either! He just plays hard to get!"

"If you say so."

"Well then what did you want?" He sounded pouty.

"I'm going undercover. Will you go under and be my tutor?"

"A tutor? Will I at least get to see Bassy?"

"Yes Grell. Sebastian is going under with me. WIll you do it?"

"Yes, but on one condition."

"Oh? And what's that?"

"Can I kiss Bassy?"

"If you can catch him, I don't care what you do to him."

"Yay! I'll help. And I'll be a deadly efficient tutor!"

With that, Grell hung up.

"Doesn't anyone say goodbye anymore?"

Ciel got up and went to the window.

"Sebastian."

Within a moment, his butler knocked and entered the room.

"Yes My Lord?"

"We need to find me dresses."

"Yes sir." Sebastian said with a chuckle.

Uh... ta-da? It should be funny when I get a little more churned out. But just think, poor Ciel in a dress again. haha. XD

And I know it's a little short, but it's only the beginning.