Love Story of A Raven and A Robin: Kuroshitsuji Fanfic Story

-based on Yana Taboso's manga Kuroshitsuji, one of my fave manga and anime =D This story is also inspired by Taylor Swift's song: Love Story

I dont own Kuroshitsuji, I simply made Ciel into a girl. Ciella is actually my friend Cheshia's idea, and I just expanded on that. I hope you get a chance to read her fanfiction as well. BTW... She's the one who introduced me to Kuroshitsuji XDD

*This chapter is set a month after the events of chapter 1

*I chose Chopin's 3rd Scherzo and Schumann's Abegg Variations as the pieces Ciella was working on because these are the pieces that I'm working on as well. I'm a pianist BTW =)

HOPE YOU ENJOY!

CHAPTER 2: First Dance

An envelope from the Palace came to the Phantomhive manor. It was white as now and had a seal of red wax on the back. "Milady," said Sebastian as he stepped into the study. "A letter from the Queen." "It's been a while since I last heard from her, open the letter Sebastian" said Ciella "Yes, milady..." said Sebastian as he took out a silver letter opener from his pocket. The letter was an invitation to the Annual Spring Ball, it was to be held at the Buckingham Palace Gardens starting at 7:00 in the evening. "Milady, you had better prepare, this ball will happen in a week, and you will need an escort." said Sebastian in a concerned tone. "An escort? Edward, he's in Geneva right now with Aunt Frances, Uncle Alexis and Elizabeth." said Ciella. Edward is Ciella's cousin and fiancee, and when Ciella reaches the age of fifteen, she'll be allowed to marry Edward. That day is soon to come because she is fourteen and a half years old. Sebastian shrugged this thought away. "If milady will permit, I'll be your escort for that evening." said Sebastian with a smile. "Really Sebastian? You would do that for me?" asked Ciella "Of course! As the Phantomhive butler, what kind of butler am I if I couldn't accompany milady to the dance?" Sebastian said again. "I'm very happy you said that Sebastian, I truly appreciate it." said Ciella. "Yes, milady..." Sebastian said as he left.

"I'm so confused, I love Sebastian, but I cant say it in his face. I'm fourteen and a half years old, still I cant decide for myself. I know I'm destined to marry Edward, but I feel doubt that I really dont see him as someone I'll share my life with..." said Ciella as she placed her hands on her head and rested it gently on the desk. Ciella was getting bored of doing paperwork for the company, so she set it aside and went to the music room. Once she was inside, she closed the door and headed to the piano, then she practiced the month's repertoire. Chopin's Third Scherzo and Schumann's Abegg Variations were lined up for her by Sebastian. She rung the bell for Sebastian to come. In just a minute Sebastian came in, "Yes, milady? Is there something that you need?" Sebastian asked. "I know its just after lunch but can you please bring in some tea, and can we do a piano lesson today?" Ciella said in a mild tone. "Of course, milady! Anything for you...! said Sebastian.

While Sebastian was preparing the tea, Ciella started to practice. While she was practicing Chopin her thoughts were saying "What makes me so drawn to him? He didn't announce a music lesson but here I am wanting to have a lesson with him...""I'm so confused..."

"Well done milady! That's the way to play Chopin!" Sebastian said as he walked in with the tea and scones. "These are blackberry scones, the farmer's market downtown has the best blackberries and its only spring! I hope it is to your liking..." Sebastian said with a bow. "Now time for our lesson." He looked at the piece. "Chopin's 3rd Scherzo, a beautiful piece to learn... I've been listening and it seems that the lyrical parts marked Meno mosso need more work." Sebastian commented. "Hmm... I guess I've been playing it too fast, Sebastian please show me you would play it." Ciella said, listening intently. "Play every note clearly and emphasize the emotions in it. Watch..." Sebastian took a seat at the second piano and started to play. As Ciella was watching, she felt like she was in a dreamland, because Sebastian's playing was so divine. The way he played the chords and the cascading notes was just perfect and Ciella's heart was wonderstruck. "See, milady that's how you should play it, now you try..."

Ciella had been listening but Sebastian's presence was just distracting. After a ton of trials and errors she had perfected it. The butler was very proud. "Very good, milady, now its time for tea." Sebastian said firmly. He closed the lid of one of the pianos and set the tea set there. Ciella as usual took her place on the bench while Sebastian just stood near her. She could feel her cheeks growing scarlet again, just like the last time and began to tremble. "is it too cold milady?" Sebastian asked. "No, Sebastian, I'm fine..." Ciella answered. The butler poured the tea into Ciella's cup and set a scone on a saucer. One bite of the scone was like heaven to one's mouth, Ciella finished two scones in no time at all. "Scrumptious, thanks..." Ciella said. "Thanks for the lesson, Sebastian". "You're very welcome, milady..." Sebastian replied then he headed down to prepare the dinner. "Uh, Sebastian,..." Ciella said. Sebastian actually thought Ciella was going to finally say I love you to him. "I want to go to town tomorrow to purchase a dress for the party...Please accompany me." Ciella continued. "Yes, milady..." Sebastian said back then he closed the door behind him.

"I actually thought you would say it like the last time I heard you... I'll keep waiting."

Sebastian said quietly.

After breakfast the next day, Ciella dressed up for the shopping trip with Sebastian. The best shops were located in the main city of London so they had to go at once. They made it in forty-five minutes with Sebastian manning the driver's seat. The duo prowled the shops of London for items to wear for the ball. After an hour of shopping, Ciella finally found a dress to wear for the ball. It was a pink dress gilded with thin black stripes and to go with it was a pink hat decorated with silk ribbon. "So, Sebastian, what do you think?" Ciella asked. "It suits you milady. I love it..." replied Sebastian. "and I love you" he thought sub-conciously. "I guess I'll buy this one, and Sebastian, you have to pick out an outfit as well. Only the best will do for my butler..." said Ciella mild-mannerly. Once they made the purchase for the dress, Ciella found an elegant tuxedo for Sebastian and bought it just for him. Now, they were prepared for the ball. "Thank you, milady, for the attire..." said Sebastian. "You're welcome..." said Ciella.

The two weeks went by quickly and the night of the Queen's annual spring ball arrived. The butler-mistress duo got ready for the ball and as they walked into the palace garden, they were stunned by the set up of the garden. It was indescribable, the grass was a verdant green, and around the garden were bushes of English roses in white and pink, a marble fountain spewing cool water was the garden's centerpiece and the food, a huge table was lined with a feast fit for royalty. The orchestral music being playes was divine and angelic, music for the ears. It was going to be a lovely night ahead for the two.

Trumpets blared, signalling the Queen's arrival. In a minute the Queen walked out of the palace entrance and onto a red carpet spread out for her, she greeted and wished everyone a splendid time during the ball. The music continued and everyone resumed socializing with others. As the Queen made her way through the crowd, she stopped to speak with Ciella.

"Countess Ciella Anne Phantomhive, What a pleasure it is to have you here!" the Queen said joyfully. "A pleasure to be here at this splendid affair, your Majesty..." Ciella replied with a curtsy. "Ohohoho.. and who is this dashing young man with you, and where is Sir Edward Midford, isn't he accompanying you?" the Queen asked. "Oh, this is Sir Damien Michaelis, my good friend and teacher." Ciella said introducing "Damien" to the queen. "Your Majesty." Damien said in a polite tone. "Edward, my fiancee is in Geneva with his family, so Damien here accompanied me, your Majesty." Ciella added. "Such a fine young man, I thought he was your fiancee." the Queen said with a chuckle. "Anyway, Countess Ciella, have a splendid night and do enjoy yourself." the Queen said. "I will, thank you, your Majesty..." Ciella replied back.

The orchestra now switched music, they were now playing a waltz signalling a dance. "Shall we dance, milady?" Sebastian asked, taking Ciella's hand with his. "Yes, Sebastian..." replied Ciella with a gesture. The butler toom Ciella's waist while Ciella took his hand, they both danced with equal rhythm and grace, spinning around gently with the music. "So," Sebastian started. "So what?" Ciella asked. "Why did you introduce me as a friend and not as your butler? Isn't it that our relationship is not more than a mere butler-mistress relationship?" Sebastian asked while dancing with Ciella. "You are my friend and my butler and also my tutor and that will never change Sebastian. I've considered you as someone special and dear to me that's why I introduced you as a friend and not as a butler" Ciella said firmly. "I have something to tell you later, but I'll say it once the ball is over. Okay?" Sebastian said. "All right..." Ciella replied. "Sebastian?" Ciella asked once again. "Is this a date or something?". "I dont know milady. It is up to you if you feel it is." Sebastian said with a slight chuckle. Then the two danced the waltz again.

The clock chimed 12 and it was time to head home. But Ciella was shocked to find that their carriage was missing. "Milady, do not worry, we shall get home..." Sebastian assured her. "How?" Ciella asked. Sebastian chuckled, "Like this milady..." he carried Ciella in his arms like an infant and he jumped high up on the roof of the palace. "Are you insaaaaaneeeeeeeee!?" Ciella screamed and Sebastian leaped again. Through the rooftops and chimneys he jumped with Ciella in his arms. Till they reached the manor. "I wish it could be just like this, me in his arms... I want to be held by him forever... in his arms, I feel calm because I know he'll protect me out of love..." Ciella thought.

Sebastian found the window to Ciella's bedroom, he opened it and lay Ciella in her bed. Ciella fell fast asleep very quickly after the long ride. The butler didn't bother to wake her up and make her change into a nightgown, instead, he covered Ciella with her blanket then gave her a goodnight kiss on her cheek. She wouldn't mind... the butler thought as he walked away. "Good night, milady, I love you..." he said quietly as he closed the wooden doors.

*the first two chapters that I've uploaded are trial chapters, I'm still writing the rest do not worry... I just want to see if you readers out there would like the story.