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Chapter Two

"It's been a while, hasn't it?"

Sebastian stared into the unforgettable hazel eyes of the woman before him. He'd waited nearly three years to get lost in the depths of them once again, like the moment they'd shared back when they first met. But now since that chance has returned, he almost couldn't seem to get enough. "..Yes," He replied. "A long while, actually."

Miranda cocked her head, her ebony curls swinging by her sides. "Are you indicating that you've missed me, Sebastian?" Hearing the teasing tone in her voice, the demon straightened his posture, his stare becoming more intense. "I must admit, I am surprised to see you," He began, watching Miranda smirk slightly. "But I do not miss anyone, Miranda, it isn't in my nature."

Sebastian thought there would be some type of falter in Miranda's teasing manner, but she stayed as strong as ever. "Aw," She pouted. "Don't be so serious Sebastian, I was only teasing."

The demon watched as Miranda made her way up the Phantomhive steps, following close behind her. "I'm aware of your constant teasing," Sebastian chuckled as he held the door of the estate open for her. "But what I am not aware of is how you arrived at my Master's estate with Lady Victoria."

Sebastian quirked a brow at the Siren, eyeing as she crossed her arms over her chest. "She's my Mistress. I have a contract with her."

"What? ..But how? I didn't think Sirens had the power to create contracts with mortals."

"That, dear butler," Miranda playfully poked his shoulder, feeling the broadness of it at her fingertip. "Is not your concern at the moment." She walked her way inside, knowing well the demon was following behind her.

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"How have you been, Victoria? I haven't seen you in a matter of years."

Ciel eyed his old friend from across his desk, sipping his tea; freshly poured from Sebastian. "I know, and it's nice to see you again," Victoria smiled lightly. "But, to be frank, I'm not doing so well Ciel." Victoria replied with a sigh.

"Does it have to do with your letter of urgency?" Ciel wondered, a brow raised. Victoria nodded. "Yes, it does.."

Ciel placed down his cup, watching intently as Victoria exhaled deeply. "You see, it's my father. You know that he isn't exactly a fair man when it comes to gambling,"

Ciel did know this. He remembered the days where Victoria's father and his father—before his death—would play a round, and Lord Vermont would try to weasel half of the Phantomhive estate out of Vincent. It was all fun and games, presumably. "Ah, yes. I will never forget the time he tried to 'rob' my family."

Victoria brushed a lock of hair behind her ear. "Yes.. Well, now I'm afraid that he's gone too far. One of his poker acquaintances, Mr. Fabian, has won against father and his ridiculous bets. And when father refused to pay him, days later he was drugged and became deathly ill."

Sebastian, after hearing this, looked towards Miranda, who stood obediently behind Lady Victoria. His eyes flashed with confusion, wondering if this was the reason why the Siren even had a Mistress in the first place. But Miranda ignored his stares and continued to look intently at the young noble, knowing she was on the verge of tears.

"I know it was Mr. Fabian, or someone he'd hired to drug father. The drug is a pink pellet, I know because I spotted one on the floor by his bedside."

"Are you sure it wasn't just his medication, Victoria?" Ciel asked her, knowing well from experience how jumpy Victoria could be. "Yes, Ciel, I am sure." Victoria snapped. "My father has never needed medication before, and neither has my mother. Look, all I want is for you to investigate; find out who drugged my father."

Ciel huffed. "I only take those types of orders from the Queen."

Victoria's skin paled, tears threatening to roll down her face. "Ciel, please. I'm your friend. I never ask much of you and it's the least you could do for me."

"Lord Phantomhive," Ciel's gaze drifted to the ebony haired maid who stood behind Victoria. "My lady, as she's told me, says you're the only one who can help her. She wouldn't have come all this way if she didn't think so.."

Ciel stared intently at the maid, getting a feeling that there was something about her that..intrigued him. "Fine," he stated, his gaze lowering back to Victoria. "I'll help you."

A smile crossed Victoria's face as she rose from her seat. "Oh, thank you Ciel." She said, grateful for his help.

"Of course," Ciel merely smiled back. "Now is there a time where Sebastian and I could come to your estate? I have to see what we're dealing with before the list of suspects is made."

"There's a gala coming up for mother's birthday, you could come then. It's in a few days. Be there early because I presume Mr. Fabian's on the guest list, he'll arrive soon before everyone else."

"Alright, send my condolences to your father for me when you arrive back home. Sebastian, escort Victoria and Miranda towards their carriage." Ciel sat back in his seat, watching as his butler, old friend, and her maid walked out of his study. He couldn't describe it, but he could feel that something terrible is going to befall them is they investigate this mysterious pink drug.

But there was no use worrying about it, all there was to do was wait.

Hello everyone! I love all the sweet reviews this story is getting! And sorry for the long wait, I was going to update yesterday, but I went to a Karmin concert last night (too awesome to describe btw). Anyways, please review what you think of this chapter, 'cause to be honest, I'm not too confident in it. Can't wait to see what ya'll think!