The sunlight shone through the leaves in the court yard, and the warm breeze caused them to sway above Sebastian and Ciel. The couple was seated on a red blanket, enjoying the spring weather.

"I don't remember the last time we did this, it feels like we can take our time and just enjoy each other."Ciel said with a contented sigh.

"We have all day, it may not seem like much, but I believe we can make the most of it." Sebastian handed Ciel the feeding glass,before raising his own to his lips.

"Sebastian?"Ciel called lowering his glass.

"Yes dear one?"

"Are you sure you should be outside like..this?" Sebastian moved closer, nuzzling Ciel affectionately.

"Our home is surrounded by woods and it's accessible only by walking through our castle. I assure you, it's quite safe. Even if someone did happen to see, do you really think they would stop to get a better look, least of all approach something like me?"

"I suppose not, it's just that I'm not used to seeing this you outside, since Lizzy and the staff came to stay with us, there's been so little of you and so much of the butler. Before that, it was always you."

"We can change that I you like. Lady Elizabeth has met my father, she seems to have-"

"She's still afraid of him, it's not as bad as I thought it would be, but it's there. If you notice when he's around, she stays very close to me. If she saw you, I don't know if she'd be able feel safe."

"I understand your concern. This is why I keep myself hidden as I do. I know it would hurt you to lose her. I believe that the staff would get used to it, their loyalty to you and our children would keep them here. Though I venture to say they may be likely to straighten themselves up."Sebastian smirked.

"Maybe not, nothing else seems to work, but in an odd sort of way, I like them as they are."

"Of course you do, they bring out your maternal instincts quite easily, they know if they get themselves into trouble with myself or Cynna, they can run to you. "

"I don't have any control over those feelings, they just happen."

"Just one of many reasons I love you so dearly." Sebastian pressed his lips to Ciel's, slipping his hand behind his mate. He slowly leaned Ciel back onto the blanket, never breaking the kiss.

Sebastian's clawed fingers moved slowly through Ciel's dark hair as the older demon laid beside him, the top half of his body, leaned over his mate.

Ciel placed a hand on the demon's cheek, Ciel quite liked that Sebastian showed his love in such a way. With no other thought in the moment than to give love and expect nothing more in return. When finally they pulled away, deep crimson eyes stared into Ciel's blue eyes.

"How long has it been since you and I had a spring day to simply lay about and hold each other?" Sebastian rested his head on Ciel's chest, allowing the young demon to stroke his horns.

"Too long. Before Evian was born. Before he was thought of actually."

"Do you remember that special trip to Milan?" Sebastian chuckled softly.

"The opera house incident was interesting."

"Yes, the crystal chandelier was and the look on the Prima Donna's face was priceless." The two mates burst into laughter.

"I told you, you shouldn't do that." Ciel pointed out.

"You did, but where's the fun in that?"

"What about the running of the bulls in Spain the year before?"

"Ah yes, I remember it well. That was the year you were having a difficult time...We fixed that though, didn't we Love?"

"You did. It was amusing to see my ever so proper butler do such a thing. I enjoyed the performance."

"I had never heard you laugh so hysterically, what a gift it was."

"It wasn't long after Milan that Evian came into our lives. We had a lot of good times traveling together before we had little ones." Ciel sighed.

"Yes, we certainly did."

"It really helps to think of all this, I did need this, it seems to be pulling me out of my mood."

"Good. I know it's an ongoing struggle, this is something I would like you to be able to talk about. The feeling you have now, this is what I want for you always. One day Ciel, I promise you, you won't feel as if you've fallen into the deep depression."

"How can you promise me that, it's been such a long time and it still happens."

"Gradulally it plagues you less and less. It cannot hold you forever. You're too strong for that now. You and I will continue to make such wonderful memories."

"I'd be so lost without you, Sebastian. No matter what happens, I know I can come to you and you'll make everything all right again."

"Such is the way of love. You and I are forever joined at the heart, if I make a suggestion?"

"Go on." Ciel encouraged.

"One day, as much as you dislike hearing of it, our puppies will be full-grown demons and living their own lives, when that day comes, I think we should consider taking up our traveling once again...As long as we don't end up with more that is, which by the way-"

"No." Ciel said quickly. Sebastian raised his head.

"You wouldn't want to travel the world, sharing our-"

"No to more children, I see what you're getting at. Aren't you happy with six?"

"Of course, our puppies bring me such joy, I'm merely looking after your best interest."

"Or yours."Ciel countered playfully.

"Perhaps both."

"We agreed, no more."

"True, but agreements can be changed. Then again, you could always mother Finny, he seems to like that." Sebastian teased.

"I don't do that."

"Deny it all you like, the truth remains the truth." Sebastian leaned down to kiss Ciel only to have the younger demon press a hand to his chest.

"You've killed the moment." he said "We were having such a nice conversation and then you had to bring that up." Ciel smirked, pushing Sebastian away and standing up.

"Where, pray tell are you off to?"

"I'm going inside, before you get another one of your crazy ideas." Cil bend down, lifting the feeding glass off the blanket and emptying it.

"Crazy ideas you say," A sly grin formed on Sebastian's face. "I'm afraid my love, you're a bit to late to avoid it." He quickly got to his feet, his sharp fangs clearly visible.

"Don't you dare!" Ciel said backing up.

"I'm sure I've no idea what you mean. I just want to show you how much I love you."

"Damn Demon." Ciel turned and began to walk back toward the castle. It wasn't long before he heard his mate behind him.

"Ciel, my disobedient little dog..." The demon prince called, wrapping his arms around Ciel, resting his head on the former earl's shoulder, his head tilted slightly

"What do you want now?"Ciel asked in mock annoyance.

"I want to play a game."