Chapter 2: Always be prepared for the unexpected
A/N: Hey everyone! I'm glad you guys liked the oc's in the story. Since you were so nice to review, I've decided to update and show our favorite black butler. After all, you can't have a Black Butler story without the sexy Sebastian!
I will also have some pictures of everyone up on my deviantart account soon, so keep an eye out! And you're always welcome to do fanart!
Disclaimer: I don't own Black Butler; I just own my oc's.
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Enjoy!
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Three weeks later
In the quiet residence of the Phantomhive Manor, Ciel Phantomhive sat within his study and went over some of the latest shipment form that were in need of signing.
Despite being 12 years old, he was an efficient leader and head of the Phantomhive.
He got straight to the point and didn't tolerate any nonsense from anyone.
He was always prepared and had everything ready on time.
Well…almost all the time.
A scowl appeared on his face when he saw the letter sitting on his desk.
He knew exactly who it was from due to the phoenix insignia that was stamped into the wax.
Rioko Jushinto.
Just like him, she was a young family head as well who worked in the tea industries.
He had been collaborating with the young woman for over 2 years now.
He figured it would be a good idea to work with people that were around his age and knew the business from his perspective.
He admired her determination and dedication to her job, but frankly, she annoyed the hell out of him.
He never met her in person, but the letters she would write to him told him enough about what her personality was like.
She didn't tolerate late payments and would harsh you until you paid for you shipments.
As he looked at her latest letter, he could help but cringe.
He picked it up and re-read the contents that his partner had so 'graciously' wrote to him.
Ciel Phantomhive,
I'm happy to hear how well the Funtom company is doing. It just shows how dedicated you are to your family's industries and how you want to see it blossom into something greater. It also shows me that you lack taking care of other business matters. It seems that since you've been so busy, you failed to notice that you're three months late in paying for the last shipment of Earl Grey that you ordered. Do you think that just because you're the head of one of the biggest toy industries in London that I would just let this slip by and send you your next shipment? Think again. I don't care that you're twelve years old or that you have a company to run. I'm the same as you and I've been doing this a lot longer than you! If you think I'm going to slack off and not have my clients pay for their shipments then you have another thing coming!
Since you're so 'busy' with your company and don't have time to send in your payment, I'm going to be nice enough and come get it from you in person. You should be grateful of me, considering how busy I can be. Just remember that tea sells more than a couple of toys and sweets.
Be prepared for my arrival within a few weeks time and don't even think of running or hiding from me! If you do, not only will I find you, but I'll also double the amount you owe me!
I look forward to seeing you.
Sincerely,
Rioko Jushinto
Ciel sighed and let the paper slip back on his desk.
"That woman" he hissed.
He had to give Rioko credit for her dedication in her job. She wouldn't let anyone stand her up, including a 12 year old. This just showed that she meant business. It didn't matter who it was, she would not stand down.
That was one of the only few things he admired about his collaborator.
A knock at the door caught his attention.
"Enter"
The door slowly opened to reveal Ciel's demon butler, Sebastian.
The young butler carried a tray with tea and the Phantomhive's finest china.
"I've brought you your tea, young master" he said.
He set the tray down and filled Ciel's cup up.
"Today's tea is Earl Grey. Your favorite"
Ciel scoffed slightly at the type. It just reminded him of his current predicament with Rioko Junshinto.
Sebastian noticed his master's sour look.
"Something the matter?"
Ciel didn't say anything.
Instead, he held up the letter and handed it to him.
"We're going to have company" he said.
"I suggest you have our guest bedroom prepared in advance"
Sebastian read the letter and couldn't help but sigh.
He could have sworn that he sent the payment for their last shipment.
Either Tanaka didn't send it in the mail or it must have been missed placed. Both ideas looked poorly on him.
As head butler of the Phantomhive manor, it was his duty to make sure everything went according to plan. If it didn't, then all hell would break loose.
He wasn't one hell of a butler for nothing.
Ciel sighed in annoyance as he sipped his tea.
"That woman" he growled.
"She gives me a headache sometimes"
Sebastian just chuckled weakly and placed the letter down.
"She just acts like you" he pointed out.
"No nonsense from anyone"
Ciel glared at his butler.
"I don't recall asking for your opinion on this manner" he said.
Sebastian simply gave him that little smile of his and bowed.
"My apologies, my lord" he said.
Ciel just grunted and went back to his paperwork.
"Just get the guest room ready" he said.
"And keep an eye out on our guest while she's here. I may know her through our letters, but I've never met her in person. If she pulls anything, I want you to take care of it"
He gave Sebastian a serious look.
"That is an order"
Sebastian's eyes turned to an eerie red at those words.
"Yes, my lord"
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A/N: Sorry if this chapter was short, but I was foreshadowing what was going happen next. Plus, I figured you wanted to see Sebastian, even if it was for a tiny bit.
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Ja ne!