Woot I uploaded faster then I thought, Thanks to those who read the first chapter!
Not at busy as I thought I would be O.o
Oh wells well anyways here is the second chapter so I'm going to shut up now and let you read enjoy!
Chapter two: His Butler Busy
After waking up his young master Sebastian rushed him out of the room after he had dressed him and served him his morning tea and breakfast, rather in a rush "Madame Red and Lau are waiting for you in the drawing room again, it's about Jack the Ripper sir" he spoke. Shutting the door quickly behind him he gave Ciel a light push "Now hurry quickly" he urged.
Grunting the boy gave out a tired yawn "And Cosette?" he questioned.
Sebastian smiled "I reassure you young master that I'll have her prepared and taken care of" Dusting Ciel for one last grooming he sent the boy off. Ciel stomping away muttering that he had no right to boss him around. My…how endearing his young master was in the morning, it just wanted to make him laugh. Well if it wasn't laughter of cruel amusement, he did enjoy teasing the boy greatly. Turning on his heels he went to the next chamber, the one that belonged to the new lady of the house. Opening the dark wood door slowly he peeked his head in. There was a small lump in the bed, the room still dark and silent. Moving in quietly the butler tip toed over to the curtains, his gloved hands clutched the smooth fabrics and pulled it apart, the sunlight penetrating the room drastically. But young Cosette didn't stir, she was still in the bed. Still just a lump under the covers. Raising a brow Sebastian clapped his hands "young lady it's time to wake up" he spoke.
He got no response.
Clicking his tongue on the roof of his mouth he stared at the form in disapproval. Surely there was no way she was a heavy sleeper "My lady?" moving to the bed he rested his hand on the small lump under the covers, pushing downward his brow furrowed in confusion when he felt nothing underneath. Pulling back the covers his mouth dropped.
She was GONE!
'Okay Sebastian don't panic…' he told himself. Taking a deep breath he looked around the room. Under the bed, in the closet, behind the dresser, under the desk, but she just wasn't in the room. Dashing out into the hall he looked to the left and right. He would have to do a FULL scale search of every room and corner of the manor. Even if it killed him, if he didn't show up in time with her for the young master he would surely fall behind schedule. Pulling out his pocket watch he looked at the time. He had about ten minutes to look. "She better be here…so help her God" he muttered. Though once he was done with her she'd probably never do it again if he didn't find her in ten god damn minutes.
Snapping the device shut he shoved it in his pocket. Frowning he started into a jog, then a full pace run. He searched high and low in all the rooms of the upper manor. She wasn't anywhere there, not even the smell of flowers or the sea was in the air up there so she hasn't traveled up there just yet. He looked under tables, behind plants and furniture, even in the young master's office. And it's been five minutes and he was already going crazy.
Zipping from here to there he almost gave up, taking a deep breath of air through his nose until he caught the girl's strong scent. Snapping his eyes to one of the doors he heard laughing, the servants' quarters. Loudly walking to the door he slammed it open, his eyes shinning darkly at the occupants in the room.
Mey-Rin like always when she saw him, started to blush looking startled as her three other companions jumped. Cosette being one of them, she was in a stool her legs hanging limply as the gardener held onto one of the bows in her hair his eyes wide as Baldroy's cigarette hanged loosely from his lips giving the same stares everyone else was giving him.
Pointing to the gardener Sebastian glared "Finnian you have trees to trim"
"Mey-Rin don't you have dishes to polish?" The maid looked down apologizing.
"Baldo you need to prepare lunch" the chef cleared his throat and rubbed the back of his head.
Smiling darkly he loomed over them "Get back to work!" he commanded. And with that they all scattered and ran out the door he had just entered from. Leaving poor little Cosette to cower from his obvious anger at the household's servants, except for the man sitting beside her holding a ceramic tea cup.
"Ho ho ho!"
Bowing his head Sebastian showed his respects "Mr. Tanaka, my lady" he greeted. Cosette just gulped and waved her hand timidly as Tanaka took a sip of his well deserved tea. Taking out his watched the butler looked at the time, two minutes left. Putting it back he held out his hand "My lady we must make haste we are needed in the drawing room" he told her smoothly.
She gave him a suspicious look, her eyes narrowing "About?" she questioned.
Giving her the most possible "innocent" look he could muster Sebastian angled his head to the side, something that works with all the ladies with the positively charming look he added "Your brother wishes to see you since your now in on the case" he answered. Brushing some of her hair from her face she just sputtered in protest saying she had nothing to do with Jack the Ripper's case.
Holding a finger to his lips he just winked "I'm afraid you have no choice my lady" he teased.
She turned her head away and gagged simply not buying it. But she got off the stool anyways ready to follow him "Fine just don't be creepy…" she mumbled. Her cheeks were rosy again as she stared down at her shoes, shifting shyly with her hands fumbling behind her back as she bid Tanaka a good day before leaving the room. Sebastian following her closely rather happy that she listened.
"If I may ask did you get something to eat yet my young lady?" The butler inquired curiously, knowing he hadn't serve her any breakfast.
She shook her head "Nope, I just went around and bumped into Mey-Rin she took me to go meet the others Finnian, Baldroy, and Mr. Tanaka they are very friendly" she answered, already having a sort of fondness for the others. He gave her a stare 'She likes them immediately but is disturbed by my presence as soon as I walk in!' he mentally shouted. That was almost ridiculous that she didn't seemed charmed by him one bit, she looked almost repulsed when he tried to joke with her. But it did prove that his looks didn't charm every female (since she happened to be the only one in the history of his long life).
He studied her as she just hummed, her eyes closed and her lips forming a happy grin as she marched forward. Her hair swaying side to side reflecting nicely to any form of light, it matched her sparkling personality. She even possibly made the place look like a brighter home no matter what hall she was in. "Mister Michealis?" she called, her eyes opening.
Leaning forward so he could be seen in her line of sight he smirked "Yes my lady?"
She gave him a sideways glance, looking away almost immediately as if to avoid his gaze "Do you think Ciel likes me?" she question, a look of sudden discouragement on her face. Sebastian blinked a few times standing up straight once more and placed his hand under his chin "I am unsure my lady but my master seems to not mind your presence at all" he answered. She seemed to only be somewhat comforted by the fact but not fully, still seeming tense as if she was intruding someone's home without consent.
"Well that's good I suppose…" she sighed.
For the rest of their journey they said nothing. Sebastian following her closely as they reached their destination. Reaching into his tail coat he pulled out the scrolls of paper he kept with him, making sure that he had every single one. Cosette who saw the whole thing didn't make a comment about it at all as the butler gave her just a single nod. Resting a hand on her shoulder he pulled her gently to a stop "We're here" he informed. The girl huffed and brushed his hand off quickly before opening the door herself, the voices within the room now noticeable as they arrived. All the chatter stopped as they all looked at the pair. Smiling Sebastian pushed the girl into the room receiving a noticeable glare before she sat herself down into one of the many empty chairs next to Ciel.
Smirking now he help up one scroll unrolling it to read it's contents "Someone well-versed in medical science and anatomy…someone with no alibi on the nights of murders and someone involved with a secret society or a cult of black magic and only one individual fulfills all of this conditions" he read, looking up he gazed passively at his master "The Viscount of Druitt, one sir Aleistor Chamber he graduated from medical school, but doesn't work at a hospital or practice medicine he holds several parties at his residence during the season but there are rumors he also holds secret parties" he continued.
"Actually I've heard of these rumors" Madame Red affirmed, her finger resting lightly on her chin.
"So some kind of ritual is being conducted at those secret parties and the prostitutes may have been used as offerings" Lau spoke suggestively.
"Yes" Ciel agreed gravely.
Walking to the center table Sebastian rested down his work "Tonight there will be yet another party" he scoffed "It's at 19:00 at the Viscount's residence and since the season is coming to a end it's safe to assume that this evening will be our final opportunity to steal in"
Resting down his fork onto his empty plate (since they were having a snack earlier) Ciel looked at his aunt "Madame Red that is where we stand can you do something about it" he asked.
Cosette gave them curious glances as her adopted aunt ran a hand through her admiring red hair "Really what do you take me for?" she spoke as if insulted "I'm quite popular with men I'll have you know obtaining an invitation or two will be child's play" Cosette could only raise her brows in astonishment finding out some more in her aunt's nature.
"Then it's decided" Ciel's eyes looked at them all sternly "We'll do what ever it takes to get into that secret party but make certain to never use the Phantomhive name we may fail to catch them otherwise this is our only chance" he warned.
Cosette gulped when all eyes turned to her suddenly ideas seeming to flash in their deep orbs. Especially Sebastian who looked to most sinister out of them all.
"Ugh…" was all she could say.
Cosette's eyes widen as she looked around, the people around her chattering with each other happily as she stuck close to Madame Red's side "This is rather grand isn't it?" she asked "I wonder if indeed tonight marks the last night of the season?" Cosette could only wonder what the season was as Lau crossed his arms coolly, his tuxedo moving remarkably to his movement "It would appear this evening would be most delightful" he commented his eyes staring at some ladies who were standing on the opposite side of the ballroom together.
The blonde could only gulp as all eyes turned to her for the second time that day. Madame Red was the closest to hug her "Awww you're just the cutest little thing aren't you!" she squealed. Being choked to death the girl reached out for some help "L-let go why must I wear this!" she argued. Pulling away Madame Red pouted, her fan touching her lower lip sadly "What's this? Don't you like your muslin drenched French dress?" she sulked.
"Who could like this!" Cosette retorted. Her dress was pink for God's sake (1)! With pink roses and black ribbons, her hair put up into pig tails as she gave a loud frustrated sigh. She even had a little hat to match sitting on top of her head…
"Now, now" a voice chimed "A Lady never raises her voice"
Turning her head around she gave the most menacing stare she could muster "Mister Michealis…" she grumbled darkly her voice still to friendly to be taken seriously. The butler only laughed lightly, one of his arms draped lazily around himself. His other hand rested on his temple a rather devilish look on his face, his appearance was also more different. He looked like a tutor, with glasses complimenting his looks and his hair more nicely combed then normal. She noticed that he still wore his gloves over his hands.
"He's right you hear? You have to follow the script" Madame Red lectured "Lau is my young lover, you are my niece who has come to London from the country side and Sebastian is your tutor" she reminded. Grell (who wasn't noticed till now) stood there waiting his part with excitement, Madame Red raised her brow at him "And Grell is my butler, per usual" she finished. The man gave out a small cry whining out loudly "Madame, what about me?" he cried, no one seemed to acknowledge him.
"So why must I be apart of it!" Cosette fussed.
"Because Ciel would have been recognized so he sent you in his stead" Sebastian answered swiftly.
"And the Viscount of Druitt supposedly loves women of all ages, so it's better that you're here!" Madame Red chirped, laughing like it was all a piece of cake. Cosette looked utterly horrified wishing her brother bad luck for doing this to her 'Why me!'
Grinning Sebastian held up his hand "Shall we go my lady?"
Cosette's brow twitched 'I hope you disappear…'
Walking through the crowd the butler led the girl farther away from the rest of the group looking around to find their target. Cosette pausing here and there to receive compliments from other guests like herself, but doing this for awhile made her bitter "I'm uncomfortable" she whimpered "This dress is heavy, my feet hurt I want to go home" Sebastian only rolled his eyes.
"Kyaahhh! Your dress is so cute!" a loud voice cooed.
Looking over her shoulder Cosette spotted a girl in pink, hair a yellowish gold blonde (darker then hers). But also the golden locks were in pig tails, just more curly and wild then her own. But she seemingly admired all the dresses the other ladies of nobility were wearing and she was rather outgoing while all her comments that flattered all of the older women who gave their thanks. Jumping slightly Sebastian's hand whipped her around immediately a look of panic on his face "Drat I didn't think she would be here…" he hissed.
Cosette stared for a minute "You know her?" she whispered. Gaining his attention he gave her a solid nod "Yes, that is Elizabeth your brother's…" he paused before forcing himself to finish "betrothed"
"EH!" she cried. Sebastian covered her mouth quickly "My lady don't be so loud she might hear y-"
"Hey you in the pink!" Elizabeth's voice chimed loudly.
Cosette and Sebastian almost jumped out of their skin as the girl started running towards them. Even if the girl didn't know her Sebastian couldn't allow himself to get noticed. Being dragged away by said butler she looked behind her to see the young girl hot on their trail, they stopped briefly "You there, the young lady over there requires lemonade" Sebastian said to a waiter, the man smiled politely and agreed. Cosette observed all this as the waiter perfectly distracted Elizabeth giving them time to sneak onto a patio, ignoring all of the other couples there Sebastian held her close. Giving out a sigh of relief Sebastian closed his eyes "Good we lost her…"
He failed to noticed the blushing, angry girl in his arms.
Her face was pressed really close to his upper torso, she wasn't really that tall since she was only twelve. Tapping the man with her hand as best she could she looked up at him "Mister Michealis your crushing me" she muttered. The man looked down at her and lightened his hold "Forgive me Mistress" he apologized. Cosette waved it off and moved away from him fixing her gloves.
"Oh look there is the Viscount of Druitt! He's as handsome as ever his hair is like the radiant sun!" a woman spoke.
Gasping lightly Cosette peeked back into the room, Sebastian doing the same. A man in white was there, he turned around taking a sip from his champagne charmingly. And Cosette would have to admit he was beautiful, his hair was indeed like the sun and his eyes were a shockingly beautiful blue. He was young, his expression soft to all the ladies as he talked to the people around him with a smile.
"So that's him?" Cosette wondered aloud.
"Yes that would be him" Sebastian affirmed.
Before he could say anything Cosette grasped the front of her dress and raised it up slightly so she could just simply march back into the room making the butler stuttered stupidly for a moment having no choice but to follow. Moving past those in her way Cosette stood right behind the Viscount and started with a proper curtsy "H-hello my lord" she greeted. Sebastian stopped right behind her looking wary.
"Ah there you are!" a to unwanted voice yelled.
Pale, Cosette turned around seeing Elizabeth running towards them "Ah, bloody hell!" Cosette cursed as Sebastian led her away. She didn't even notice the curious look the Viscount sent her as Sebastian lowered himself a little "This is going to be troublesome"
Cosette grudgingly agreed as they were once again on the other side, Elizabeth lost their trail again thank God but still it wasn't safe as they looked at their target. Cosette was ready to try again until couples had gotten together as music started to play, they started to waltz around aimlessly making the road to the Druitt uncross able "Oh no" Cosette's face dropped a little as she frowned.
Grasping her hand Sebastian rested it on his shoulder "It looks like we have no choice we have to dance across" he said.
Taking Cosette to the dance floor he wrapped his right hand behind her back, his left hand holding hers firmly secured in his "What I'm not going to dance with the likes of you in public!" she groaned trying to pull away. Pulling her back he leaned over her "I may be a butler, but tonight I am your tutor so that gives me privilege to dance with you in public and dancing is a form of noble social life so you have no room to complain my lady" he remarked.
Closing her mouth Cosette just nodded, a blush spreading across her face as he moved her closer "Now relax and allow me to lead, it won't be long till we reach the Viscount." he promised. Sighing she closed her eyes, Sebastian moving her back and around. Getting dizzy she opened her eyes again, looking up she saw Sebastian staring down at her attentively as they spun around. His hair blew softly as he moved around other couples. She could feel her foot accidentally stepping on his, quietly she apologized only to get a smirk in return. But after a few minutes she realized something, she was having fun and with Sebastian.
She couldn't help the turn of her lips as she grinned. A laugh or two escaping her, Sebastian seemed rather happy with getting a positive reaction. So there they turned, lost in the world of glittering jewels and fine dresses. A world that was foreign to the Orphan but known oh so well by the demon. The sound of the orchestra never fading as they danced a enchanting waltz, only a apology escaping the girl's lips now and then as she stepped on the man's foot only to be reassured by her supposed tutor.
As they turned Sebastian carefully moved her out of the way of a klutzy girl, who seemed to have been having a rough time with her dance partner. She held a look of annoyance as if she didn't want to be there at all. And no matter how many times Sebastian tried to dance around them, they would only get in the way. Seeing the butler frustrated about something Cosette couldn't help but look. There, a girl dressed in black stumbled upon her partner's foot, muttering words that she never heard before. She was dressed in black, it was almost as dark as her midnight hair. The most oddest thing about it was the dark violet tips of her locks, they reminded her of flowers or dark liquid paint. Her eyes were lovely as well, something that made Cosette slightly envious of. They were a purplish blue, a combination of cool colors of the color wheel, clashing together to make fascinating orbs that were her eyes.
And the girl looked about seventeen maybe older.
Stepping on the man's foot again he hissed "Miss. Jade I'd appreciate it if you'd stop doing that"
The girl sent him a rather nasty look "Don't blame me for having to dance with you, Father insisted that I did not even reasoning with my horrible dancing!" she seemed rather insulted.
Cosette turned her awareness onto Sebastian, who was frowning. Squeezing his hand he looked down at her "Yes?" Sighing Cosette gestured her head towards the dancing couple next to them "Do you think you can switch places with me?" she asked coolly. The butler gave her a look, seemingly unsure before agreeing "Alright get ready" he advised.
And suddenly Cosette was in the arms of the other man, taking "Jade's" place as the young suitor looked down at her in surprise. Sebastian, who didn't look like he moved at all had the dark hair girl in his arms smiling politely "Good evening Miss" he greeted smoothly. Jade's face brightening red as soon as she realized what happened "W-what the heck!" she shouted. The butler only gave her a apologetic look with a cunning smile placed on his lips.
Resting his large hand on the small of her back Sebastian pulled her just a bit closer "Now, before you step or fall over my feet allow me to guide you"
The girl looked really pissed as imaginary steam came out of her nose "Like I want to dance with you!"
Sebastian shrugged his shoulders "My lady dancing with your partner suggested the switch, so please don't be upset if you'd like you can dance with him for the next dance I heard it's the tango next" seeing her expression Sebastian turned amused. Jade gagged, finding the man she was dancing with not to her liking.
"I-I rather not" she grumbled.
Looking over her shoulder she studied Cosette, dancing better with her partner. If that was relief on his face she would smack him later. Turning her attention to the stranger I.e. Sebastian she felt a little content 'Note to self: Thank her later' she mentally told herself.
"Who is the young lady?" she demanded, now that she thought about it. She hasn't really seen that child amongst the nobility, and her family knew everyone.
"That would be Madame Red's niece, Lady Cosette" Sebastian answered automatically, remembering her part in the case easily. The girl made a 'o' shape with her mouth "I never knew she had a niece…" she wondered aloud. Twirling the girl Sebastian chuckled "That's because she lives in the countryside, this is her first season here in London"
"Interesting" Jade mused.
Realizing Sebastian was to close she elbowed him in the side "Don't get to comfy you pervert" she hissed.
He glared and took a nice step back away from her person. Until the song was over she pulled away rubbing her gloved hands on her dress saying how much she didn't like him and he was supposedly egotistical like most men were. Looking around for Cosette the butler spotted her over on the other side of the ball room on the floor looking exhausted. Going over to her he kneeled down and grasped her hand "Are you honestly that tired my lady?" he asked. Cosette was gasping as she rested a hand on her stomach "This corset is killing me" she moaned tiredly.
Jade came over and crossed her arms peering down at her tiny savior "Umm…do you need some water Cosette?" she offered. Nodding her head the girl gave a appreciative smile, Sebastian helped her up slowly as the black hair girl went off to get her much needed drink.
Clap, clap
"Exquisite…" a man murmured.
Startled Sebastian and Cosette looked up, the man in front of them being the Viscount of Druitt looking rather impressed "I'll go get your drink…" Sebastian whispered, hinting for Cosette to take charge. As soon as he was gone Cosette stood up to her full height and smiled happily, at least she was a good actress.
"Your dance was as lovely as a robin taking wing" he commented.
Lifting her dress again she curtsied "I am most honored by your compliment" she replied awkwardly.
Taking her hand lightly the Viscount brought it to his lips, kissing it tenderly as he eyes fluttered closed "Pray tell, whom did you come this evening, Miss. Robin?" he asked. Taking her hand away she hid it behind her back wiping it off her dress where the Viscount kissed it "A-auntie Angelina brought me here" she told him truthfully. Raising a brow the Viscount appeared confused "Madame Red?" thinking nothing more about it he switched the topic of the conversation "I see…so are you enjoying the party?" he seemed genuinely concerned if she was having a good time or not.
Again she told the truth "I'm very impressed" batting her eyelashes at him she pretended to be shy "But I wanted to talk to the Viscount this whole time"
"Oh?"
Far away she could hear Sebastian stopping Jade from coming back with her glass of water. Other couples making a marvelous distraction keeping Elizabeth from coming any closer. But she had a feeling she was being watched by her brother's betrothed like a hawk as she kept her green eyes planted on her alone. She could almost feel cold sweat forming on her brow.
"I have had my fill of dancing and eating" she lied (actually she found it more fun then this right now).
The Viscount smiled pleasingly, moving behind her with his hands behind his back she felt him press up against her though trying to look publicly suitable to others' eyes. Cosette shivered as she felt his breath fanning her hair. Gripping the front of her dress she willed herself to be calm, her heart thumping loudly in her ears "A willful princess aren't we my little robin?" he cooed. Cosette almost yelled when she felt his hand rest on her waist "Do you long yet for more pleasurable amusements?" she felt his hand caressing her gently causing her to shiver more violently.
'Just bare with it!' she encouraged herself, sulking from all the torture she went through to play her role.
"Y-yes have you something more interesting in mind Viscount?"
Tucking his finger under her chin the Viscount lowered his face closer as he raised her face higher "of course, allow me to show you my lovely robin" Cosette nearly strangled herself mentally as she tried her best not to spit at his face. Her instincts telling her to run "What sort of things?" she inquired slowly. Glancing over she still saw Elizabeth waiting, the girl's hands clasped together as her eyes sparkled. The tango still resuming thank God "Would you like to know?" the Viscount asked.
"Yes, I am most curious" she replied to quickly.
The Viscount's lips turned down for a moment "But perhaps it is a little to soon for you?
"But I am already a proper lady" she insisted urgently.
"Can you keep a secret from the Madame?"
Cosette was about to cry as the dance finished. Elizabeth rushing towards her like a angry shark ready to attack. If this night didn't end soon she was going to have a heart attack by the end of the day "Of course I can certainly" turning her attention back to the blonde rapidly approaching she felt the Viscount turn her face so she could look at him "You seem to be worried about something" there was a hint of suspicion and curiosity in his voice.
"Ah no!" she stuttered.
Just a few feet away Ciel's betrothed was, smiling brightly until something slammed down against the tile floor. A man in black kneeling beside a large dresser with raven hair, a mask adorning his face as he smiled up at Elizabeth with good intention.
'Mister Michealis!' Cosette realized quickly.
Not far away from him was Jade, still holding the glass of cool water in her hand as she blinked in surprised austonishment not showing any sign of recognition. He even caught Lau and Madame Red's attention quickly as the room filled with silent whispers. Even the Viscount was distracted. Standing up Sebastian started to stage his act "Since the party is at it's height" he spoke smoothly "allow me to present to the ladies and gentlemen here an illusion that makes use of this closet" Pointing at Lau he beckoned him over "You sir do you mind lending a hand?" Lau seemed to catch on and came over agreeing happily as he dropped the fan he was holding (since he was playing the part of Madame's lover and was fanning her off like a queen).
"Ohhhhhhoooohhhhhhh~" Elizabeth chimed.
"Now I shall enter this ordinary closet" Sebastian told them.
Tilting his head the Viscount rubbed his chin in thought "Oh? I don't recall requesting a conjuror…"
Cosette quickly gasped and turned her attention back to him "My lord I have seen enough magic as well" she pretended to whine. A blush on her cheeks as she gazed up at him, the Viscount laughed full-heartedly "Alright my robin" Moving away from her he went up the stairs to where the curtains were and pulled them back with his hand out for her "Right this way" he said huskily. Clenching her fist Cosette followed only sending one look to Sebastian before leaving, the Viscount opening the door for her and closing it behind them.
Sebastian's eyes narrowed when he felt Cosette leave the room. Holding up chains he ordered Lau that after he entered the closet, to tie it closed so there could be no escape. Handing it to the Chinese man he grasped a bunch of swords "Employ these swords to pierce the closet I shall return alive from it's skewered recesses there are no tricks involved" he assured. Giving the weapons to Lau he jumped into the dresser and flashed a grin "Please enjoy this wonderful illusion"
Securing Sebastian in there Lau held up the weapon "Right then here I go"
Jumping up into the air his eyes flashed when he plunged the sword right were Sebastian's head would be. The crowd gawking in shock all of them thinking the same thing.
'HE AIMED DIRECTLY AT THE HEAD FIRST!'
Even Jade looked terrified for the man in the dresser as Lau ran the weapons mercilessly through it. Each making a nasty sound before he ran out. Taking a deep breath out he faced the crowd "That should do it, well what do you say? Do you think he's alive?" he questioned.
"H-he didn't even hold back…" Jade stammered, sweat dropping.
Having some men move the chains the door opened. The man (Sebastian) came out completely unharmed. Relieved the crowd applauded "That was a miracle!" a man shouted. Sebastian and Lau raised their hands as they waved. Madame Red rushed over, admiration in her eyes as she clapped excitedly "That was wonderful Sebastian!" she praised.
"Indeed! The closet was like a pincushion!" Lau agreed.
Sebastian rubbed his head "It did hurt a bit, I didn't expect you'd begin with my head" he uttered truthfully.
"So…how did you do it?" Lau laughed.
"You didn't know but you went and used all those swords anyways!" Madame Red screeched.
Glancing towards them Sebastian took off his mask, replacing it with his glasses "I believe I explained this much earlier, that there was no tricks involved" he repeated.
Cosette was close to the Viscount, Aleistor his name was she thinks. Having to be led around his home through many artistic and flashy hallways. No servants or guests in sight as he led her farther away from Sebastian and the rest. She was very scared, her legs feeling like jelly as they came to a stop at a room. It's double doors big and majestic.
"The guests seem to be having fun in the hall" she spoke, hearing loud cheers echoing from the many corridors.
"You'll have much more fun at the splendid place we're going to" he promised. Swallowing possible vomit, she waited as Aleistor opened the door (possibly his room). Following him in she paused, her hand coming up to cover her nose her eyes watering slightly.
'What is this? This room smells awfully sweet…'
"What a splendid pla-" cutting off her voice she stumbled forward, her mind spinning around rapidly as she grew nauseous. Looking up at the Viscount he ginned malevolently down at her seemingly unaffected by whatever was in the room.
Narrowing her eyes her vision of the man blurred 'Oh no…I got to get away…' she weakly told herself as she fell back against the door accidentally closing it with a soft click. And with that she was no longer conscious, the darkness welcoming her happily as she slid to the ground.
"Oh yes, a very splendid place indeed my little robin" he mocked slyly.
"O-ow!" Cosette cried.
Her hands rested against the walls as she gritted her teeth together in pain "M-Mister Michealis!" she gasped. Trying to breath she looked over her shoulder her brows furrowing in a miserable manner as she looked at the butler behind her.
"Now, please place your hands more firmly on the wall and relax your muscles a bit further" she heard him instruct.
Looking away from him she trembled "I can't take it anymore!" she whimpered.
She felt Sebastian close behind her, his touch trying to be comforting as she felt his hair brushing along her bare back "I-it hurts…" she repeated weakly. Sebastian's gloved hands ran along her sides slowly trying to make her feel better as sweat dripped down from her forehead to her chin.
"Do bear with it a little longer my lady you will find your body becoming accustomed to it soon" he soothed.
"O-oh no!" she grunted.
"They're coming out! My guts are on the verge of coming out of my body!" she wailed.
Sebastian pulled the strings of her corset roughly ignoring her pleas entirely "No lady has yet had her inners squeezed out by a corset!" he snarled trying his best to get the thing tighter. Madame Red could only sympathize with the girl as Ciel prayed to God thanking him for blessing him with a sister, if she wasn't there he would have guessed it would have been him.
X~x~.X~x~X
Cosette's eyes snapped open, jolting awake suddenly from the memory in her dream. Only to gaze out into a dark abyss "A dream?" she mumbled, she sighed in releif. Trying to move she became fully alert as she felt rope rub against her skin, her arms bound strictly to her sides as a rope also came around her head to hold her hands firmly together in front of her.
If the corset wasn't boundage enough…ropes made her even more bound.
'It's dark…' she thought to herself. She noted that she was blindfolded, feeling the material of the fabric against her face.
Sitting up straighter she heard silent voices, she wasn't alone. It seemed she was in a room full of people, and a lot of them judging by the voices. They seemed very excited about something, and the gut feeling told her it wouldn't be pleasant at all. She could only question her whereabouts.
"Quiet please everyone next I present to you the featured item for which everyone has been waiting for" a familiar voice commanded. The voices died down quickly, Cosette tilting her head 'Item?' she inwardly asked. Hopefully he wasn't refuring to her was he? She remember that it was Viscount's voice, whatever he did he took her somewhere else away from his home or possibly in a secret room in his home.
"Won't you please feast your eyes upon this!" he advertised.
Suddenly gasps of men and women were heard, all of them chattering again. Cosette felt her stomach fill with nervousness "Derive your enjoyment from appreciating her as you would a fine work of art or keep and treasure her as you would a pet she would prove a glittering jewel for any ritual as well would you not agree?" he questioned "or according to demand you may wish to sell her off un pieces" he added.
"Wh-!" she paused, her lower lip trembling in fear.
"She is a rare one indeed" The Viscount promised "Her eyes are the most beautiful sight, the lightest blue one shall ever see, like that of fresh water, or the color of liquid glacier blue"
Feeling someone tugging on the blindfold she opened her eyes, seeing light as she faced a crowd before her. Her eyes wide as she heard a man whisper that the Viscount was right about her eyes. All of them were wearing masks and she was in something that looked like a human birdcage! Quick to act she reached down, sticking her fingers into dress looking for a dog whistle Sebastian had given to her earlier before they arrived at the party, she had it safely placed between her flat chest and dress. Feeling the cool metal she pulled it out, looking at it doubtfully for a moment.
"When you are the most vunerable, blow this whistle and I shall come rescue you no matter where you are I shall be there to aid you even if I am far away I shall hear it's call"
Raising it to her lips she blew, no sound filling the air as she tried it again. Some people in the crowd watching her intently as she did so.
Then the candles blew out, it was dark once again "What's going on!" the Viscount demanded. Sounds of thuds and howls of pain filled the air, Cosette shaking as she looked for any movement in the darkness until the candles suddenly burst back into life. A black figure standing in the middle of the mess it created, all the guests including the Viscount were down on the floor all unconscious.
"My, my that was easy" a voice hummed.
Brightening up for only a second she started to bounce with joy "Mister Michealis!" for the first time she was extremely happy to see him. She was highly tempted to kiss the dog whistle glad that it truly worked. Putting his hands into his pockets Sebastian lazily strolled over to her, going upon the stage as he inspected her for only a second as he looked at her sudden position.
"You know, if you were gagged I think my day would have gone much better" he teased.
Cosette's mouth dropped as she tried to form words. Suddenly outraged that he would even say such a thing "This isn't the time to make jokes!" she snarled. Her cheeks turning a furious red, she earned a small chuckle from the butler as he kneeled next to her. His hands gripping the bars as he pulled them apart without effort, the girl staring at him as if he did something unhuman "how did you…?"
"Very weak bars" he lied.
Gathering her up in his arms he got a small sniff of her floral and sea filled scent. His eyes flashing for just a moment as he set her free of the dreadful ropes, she moved her limbs and soon she smacked his arm for his early form of amusement. It seems like she won't be forgiving him anytime soon.
Looking down at the Viscount, Cosette kicked him lightly as a form of revenge "I guess the Jack the Ripper case is solved" she grumbled. Nodding his head Sebastian brought her closer to his side "We better leave soon Scotland Yard would be here and I am sure they won't be pleased to see us here" Cosette just said "ah" in understanding. Gathering the girl into his arms he smiled cheerfully at her "Let us be off" he spoke, already hearing the voices of the yard approaching. Taking his glasses off he stuffed them in his pocket resting Cosette slightly on his shoulder.
"W-what are you doing!" she squeeked.
Ignoring her he rushed to a open window Cosette's hands grasping onto him for dear life as he jumped and landed on the windowsill. Staring down below he pounced again, jumping onto the roof. His knees bending on impact as Cosette's hair flew around wildly.
Not far Elizabeth was on the patio they were on just hours ago. She seemed to have noticed them but as soon as she turned around she saw no one there. Rubbing her eyes she blinked "That's odd I could have sworn I saw something" she said.
And indeed she did, not even seeing the shadow disappear off into the distance.
The next morning wasn't particularly better either. Ciel had once again slammed his hands on his desk a newspaper laying crumbled beneath his palms "How could this be!" he snarled "The Viscount didn't go anywhere last night!" he was outraged!
Cosette, who was sitting not to far from him looked upon the head line news of the Lodon paper.
Jack the Ripper striked again in London, so that meaned another one dead. So her hard efforts the night before was in vain. She allowed herself to cry from the horrible experience she had so far by living her at the Phantomhive manor. Last night she sealed herself in her room, crying out and strangling her poor stuffed rabbit Vincent to death for comfort complaining about the nasty man who dared touch her in such a manner. And she was also very mad at Sebastian, since they returned she didn't bother to look or talk to him. Which made the butler moody about something, the other servents tried to dig up what the problem was only to be smoothered by the demon's drastic wrath.
"If it becomes seemingly impossible for our lone suspect to have committed the murder then it does beg the question of a possible copycat…" Lau spoke "no, or even of there having been multiple culprits from the very start"
Taking the newspaper Madame Red studied it "In other words we were off marked in suspecting the Viscount?" she asked bitterly.
Ciel sighed "Back to square one"
"Maybe we should look at the list of suspects again?" Cosette suggested, wanting to be useful to her brother. She was rewarded with a acknowledged glance as Ciel nodded his head. Resting a gloved hand on his chest Sebastian bowed "I shall get the list right away my lord" he informed before he left the room. Sitting all down again Ciel closed his eyes, Cosette coming closer to tell him that things would work out eventually. He only just patted her head, looking distant in thought until his butler returned with what he wanted. Bestowing the list upon him again Sebastian let his young master snatch the paper from his hand. Watching as the boy's magnificent indigo eye study the list again. A look of a headache on his features.
Pushing away from the wall he was leaning on Lau gave out a yawn "Well, it seems like my services are no longer needed call me if you have anything else my young Earl" he said. Waving to Cosette (who just shrank out of his sight) he took his leave closing the office door behind him. Hearing some scrambling from the servants who were possibly eavesdropping the whole time.
And for the rest of the day it was just that, Ciel and Sebastian going over the list of suspects. Cosette helping now and then by bringing them tea and snacks (though Sebastian politely declined) and they haven't given up even when a storm brewed over the manor. Staring out the window Cosette watched as lightning flashed blindly above, Sebastian standing right next to her as he still looked over his half of the list. Ciel doing the same in his chair only except he was relaxing at the same time. He slapped the paper with the back of his hand "The population in London is 4.5 million and that swells further during the season so that means the list of suspects increases" he mumbled.
"Still at it are you?" Madame Red asked.
Looking at her they all say that she was holding a board in her hands, it was a chess board.
"All work and no play makes Ciel a dull boy, how about we play a round of this?" she stated affectionately. Before Ciel could even say anything she swatted the papers aside and planted it gently on the table. Cosette laughing lightly before going over then to pick them up, only to be stopped by Sebastian who beat her to the punch. She was still upset with him so she only huffed and did nothing more.
Ciel complied to her and got ready to play, setting up the pieces already.
"Grell see to the tea!" she sang.
Immediately so he left. About a good ten minutes he was back with a fancy tea set, looking rather unsure as he offered it to them "This evening I have prepared an herbal tea of rpsehips" he explained. Taking a sip of their tea they coughed it back out "Blech!" Madame Red flinched, turning on Grell she waved her cup around aimlessly "HOW CAN HERBAL TEA BE SALTY WHAT KIND OF A BUTLER ARE YOU!" she demanded. Grell held up the silver tray as a shield almost crying as Sebastian ignored them, writing down something on a clipboard now as Cosette just momentarily looked up from the list of suspects and got back to work again.
They already started their game, Madame Red moving her first piece. Ciel moving his second, he easily stole a pawn from her white army and placed it on the side of the board. They talked to themselves quietly. Leaving Cosette to let her mind wonder. She sometimes felt Sebastian looking at her, as if he was trying to read her and then continue his work. She heard very little of Ciel's and Madame Red's conversation. But he refered Sebastian as a chessman, a knight. A able man…to Cosette that was hardly the definition of Sebastian at all. To her he was rude, prideful, mean, and not to mention scary. Things that he done last night wasn't normal!
She even brought it up to Ciel who just said it was just ridiculous and just all in her imagination.
Clenching her tiny hands on the poor paper she knew that it was all real.
She sometimes wondered if she was adopted by the wrong family. The Phantomhive clan was surely the most bizarre family ever, but it was filled with excitement. Though she was frighten of it, when she was in the orphanage all she did was lay sick in bed. Never allowed to go outside or do anything, and here she was going about attending balls and trying to catch a madman.
Feeling her stomach rumble she set the papers aside. It seems tonight's dinner wasn't as filling, excusing herself from the room she went out into the hallways. Making her way to the kitchen to get something to eat, it wasn't long ago until she had asked Mey-Rin where it was in the mansion. So it wasn't that hard to find. She was enjoying the fact that she was alone, her eyes glancing at everything there was to see. All that the manor can offer as a safe home.
Going down the main stairs to the grand hall she rested her hand on the railing. Moving carefully so she did not fall and took a right remembering that it was in the lower right level of the manor that the kitchen was. Shivering in fright from seeing a dark corner she broke into a jog as soon as she reached the bottom of the stairs. She was fast to go as she found the correct door and entered, finding some matches on a counter she lit up a few candles allowing her breath to escape, not even realizing she was holding it as the room lit up. Though it was dim she didn't care as long as she wasn't in complete darkness. She flinched when she heard loud thunder.
She never did like thunderstorms. She always preferred sunny days.
Making herself something simple to eat, she sat at the counter. Settling herself up on the stool as she ate slowly. Chewing as she stared at nothing in general. Forgetting the time as the minutes rolled by, she even failed to see someone enter the room.
Feeling something warm on her shoulder she screamed. Turning sharply she raised her hand to attack only to have it stopped in midair a hand grasping it tightly as red eyes glared down upon her "That would be a mistake to do"
"M-Mister Michealis…?" she whispered.
Seeing the face more clearly she paled, her breath caught in her throat. Her skin turned whiter then marble as his breath fanned over her face "What are you doing here?" she asked, her voice small. The butler released his tight hold slowly "I came here to find you" he replied "you weren't in your room and it is late"
He blinked when he noticed she was practically hyperventilating, she was scared.
Moving away from her he gave her some space, not completely understanding 'She seems very terrified…' he inwardly thought. It was like the day they met all over again. She was possibly sensing that he wasn't human again. Usually those who were sensitive to things like these are rather frighten of raw demonic power, especially his, they are high off the charts.
Her breathing was more controlled when she was away from him. Her hand resting above her heart as she closed her eyes to fight the dizziness away "S-sorry Mister Michealis I don't know what's gotten over me" she said shamefully. This only intrigued the man more. Cosette had a natural dislike of him, didn't think of him charming or handsome. She got mad at him instead of flirting. This girl was the opposite of many.
He had taken in her apparence to.
Her hair was down, still wavy as he remembered it but gracefully the locks curled around the edges without the exception of her bangs. Her blue eyes glinting sadly in the light, her hand still over her fluttering heart. It was beating loud enough he could hear it clearly in his ears, for a child she had a very good heart. But very weak lungs and self-esteem. It was a wonder how she was able to stand yesterday's events so perfectly, yet she was only just human.
Softening his looks he smiled "No need to be my lady, it was my fault for startling you" he didn't mind taking the blame for once. Then a she seemed to remember something, crossing her arms she looked away remember that she was suppose to be mad at him.
He could only find that amusing now and how quickly she could change her attitude.
"Still mad at me?" he poked her lightly.
Smacking his hand she gave him his answer with a tiny glare, her sad eyes sparkling with not to much fury as before. She would forget it soon, maybe after a few days. Heh, maybe never since human females tend to hold something they call grudges.
Pouting he pretended to feign hurt "you wound me my lady, and here I thought we were friends"
"I don't think our relationship is friends Mister Michealis!" she scoffed.
"No, but wouldn't it be better if we got along?"
"No"
"It would help things out greatly"
"I still don't like you"
Ah, she is very persistant. Keeping her views well in check and not reaching out for the forbidden fruit. This would be almost like the Devil never being able to tempt Eve to eat from the tree of knowledge or the tree of good or evil which ever the humans called the thing.
So he gave in "Then it's time for bed"
Looking over at the time, Cosette covered her mouth "Oh my! Why didn't you tell me it was so late!" she exclaimed. Moving to quickly she almost fell off the stool, only to be caught by Sebastian's awaiting arms as he helped her up telling her to be careful. Moving away she dusted herself off "And why aren't you in bed?" she snapped.
Sebastian rubbed the back of his head "I am not allowed to sleep until every one of my duties are done" he replied. And it was true, a butler never rests until everything for that day was done. And demons never sleep, it was only luxury. And he never slept, not once. And he had to get back to the young master soon so he could go on the prowl for Jack the Ripper. Of course he would not be alone, he was to accompany Ciel for this. And soon, it would be almost about the right time for the murderer to strike. And they would have to make haste now or never.
"I'll put myself to bed" she said.
Sebastian broke from his thoughts and nodded "Will you be fine by yourself?"
She rolled her eyes "I'm twelve Mister Michealis not five"
Now she was growing a sense of humor. Pretending to be concern he turned her around and pushed her lightly towards the door "If you say so my lady, you better hurry now tomorrow would be busy" he said glumly.
Grunting the girl ran out of the room "Good night Mister Michealis!" her voice called back.
He said nothing once he was alone, and the sound of her footsteps gone. The candles' flame diminishing leaving his eyes visible until lightning flashed, letting light ominously into the room for just one second. When it did again he was gone. Returning to his master who awaited him to set the final call…to be placed into check for the final attempt to capture Jack the Ripper.
And Chapter 2 is done! Man I pray it isn't so cheesy I thought it was rather funny to switch the tables of the original story sparing Ciel from. I added another Oc and I hope it was good enough.
The charater Jade is in honor of SasuNaruFan!
(1) the pink dress: The pink dress what Ciel's dress Madame Red had givin him in the Anime and the Manga, so all you have to do is imagine Cosette in his dress. I spared him of the humility lol
Please review and tell me what you think! THANK YOU!