Oh my gosh, thank you guys SO much! This is officially my most-reviewed story! Thank you thank you thank you! So, I didn't realize I hadn't updated all of the typed chapters... I have at least one more chapter already typed besides this one, and another already written. I'm hard at work on chapter seven, so keep on reading! I'll try to update sooner next time! *bow* Arigatoo gozaimasu!

Disclaimer: I do not own Kuroshitsuji nor any of the characters. Unfortunately.

Warnings: Language, mild crack (if you look at it that way)

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(By the way, brace yourselves for the end of the chapter. Now the fun begins.)

3 1/2 Months Later

I felt bloody awful. Not even a week after my visit with Ciel, I started throwing up. Every bloody fucking morning. My stupid servants tried to help me to the best of their abilities, but nothing they did would stop the retching. I don't know why I'd be puking my guts out. I mean, I've been eating more, but not a whole lot. Not to mention, all I've pretty much been eating are apples and yoghurt. As a result, I should have been losing weight, all things considered. But instead, my belly was growing. It was a small change, but still annoying.

Hannah silently offered me a glass of water as I wiped my mouth. I ignored the cup and stood. "Hannah, prepare a carriage and bring me a phone. I'm going to visit Earl Phantomhive." She curtsied and left.

I sighed and leaned against the wall, closing my eyes. Maybe this is what Claude had meant when he'd said "This time you shall die". Maybe he'd somehow poisoned me again… Either way, I needed Ciel. Nearly four months of this hell…without him, I doubted I could keep my sanity for even a day more.

Hannah returned with the requested phone. I dismissed her and dialed Ciel's number, almost praying that he would be home. Even if he said no, even if he didn't answer, I had to do something. He was my whole world. He was all I had left.

That butler of his answered. Of course. "This is the Phantomhive residence. May I ask who is calling?"

I sighed inwardly. Figures. I have to get through Sebastian. "This is Earl Trancy. May I speak with Earl Phantomhive?"

"The young master is busy at the moment. May I take a message on his behalf?"

That stupid infuriating demon. Honestly. "Yes. Tell Earl Phantomhive that I will be spending the night and that I will be there at about midday."

Sebastian paused. "Very well. I will inform the master. Farewell." He hung up.

I walked back to my room, Hannah instantly by my side. She dressed me and asked if I wanted breakfast. I requested an apple and she left. I lied on my bed, crying silently. It sounded paranoid, but something was wrong with me. As far as I knew, I'd never heard of any illness that fit my symptoms. And Claude had said I would die. He's already poisoned me before, so it would not be unusual for him to do it again.

Hannah returned with my apple and escorted me to the carriage. I took a bite out of the sweet fruit and watched the scenery go by out the window. Just endure one more long carriage ride, Alois. It would all be over soon.

This time, both Sebastian and Ciel greeted me at the door. Ciel still seemed a little distant after the last time I'd come over.

"Ciel, I'm so glad to see you!" A wide smile broke out on my face as I embraced my lover.

He returned my hug. "Why are you here? Did something happen?"

"I got bored." I lowered my voice. "And I missed you."

I was satisfied when Ciel blushed and cleared his throat. "Well, please come in. Sebastian, help Trancy's maid with his belongings. We will be in the parlor." He took my hand and we started walking, going to the parlor.

Once in the room, Ciel instructed me to sit beside him. He looked at me. "You don't look well, Alois. Are you ill?"

I nodded. "I think so. But… I haven't found any illness that matches my symptoms."

Ciel frowned and I could almost see the wheels turning in his head. "What are your symptoms?"

"I've puked nearly every day, and I've been gaining weight." I frowned. "And I haven't wanted to eat anything but apples and yogurt."

He was thinking, as I was, that it had something to do with Claude. "And you have no idea what could have cause this…illness?"

I shook my head. "No…not really. Well…" I sighed. "Claude…visited…the night before I came over three months ago."

Ciel's expression looked almost hurt. "Why didn't you tell me? Why did you insist on hiding it?"

"I didn't want you to worry about me." I replied, avoiding his gaze. "I figured it wasn't a big deal. He didn't do anything. Hannah and the other servants chased him away."

Ciel paused. I refrained from holding my breath. It was almost as if he could hear the lie in my voice. As if he could read my mind like one of his books. As if he could see the stains where Claude's fingers had touched my skin.

"You are sure Claude did not do anything to you?" He asked finally. "He did not come near you at all?"

I shook my head. "Not at all. I was in bed the whole time." A slight smile moved my lips. "I didn't even know he'd come at all un-" A flash of intense heat rippled through my body and I put a hand to my forehead.

Ciel looked at me in concern. "Alois? What's the matter?"

"N-nothing…" As quickly as the heat flash had come, it left me panting. "I-I'm alright. I just felt warm for a second. It's okay." I gave him a small smile, trying to reassure him.

My boyfriend frowned. "I'll have Sebastian put out the fire and open a window."

As if on cue, Sebastian entered with tea and cake. "Young master, I have prepared blueberry upside-down cake with Earl Grey tea." He served them for us.

"Sebastian, could you put out the fire?" Ciel asked, sipping his tea. "And open a window. It's warm in here."

The demon bowed. "Understood." He did as his master commanded. "Is there anything else, young master?"

"Earl Trancy is staying here for a little while. Be sure that a guest room is prepared should he wish to stay in one. Near my room, preferably." Ciel commanded calmly, taking a small bite of cake.

"Certainly." The butler glanced at me, staring for the briefest of seconds before bowing. "Please, excuse me." He left.

I shuddered. That demon… It was as if he actually could see where Claude had touched me. To distract myself from those thoughts, I tried some cake. It was delicious, of course. Sebastian had always been a better cook than Claude.

"Alois," Ciel startled me out of my train of thought. "You have no idea what this illness is or where it came from?"

I shook my head, drinking some tea. "No. It just started suddenly. My servants have looked through countless books and documents, but have found nothing."

He frowned, thinking. "I see… Would you allow Sebastian to examine you? To see if there is any…illness that matches your symptoms?"

I nodded. "Sure. Maybe he can see something Hannah can't."

Ciel sighed. "Perhaps. Sebastian!"

The butler entered again, going to his master's side. "My lord, do you need something?"

My lover nodded. "Yes. Can you possibly examine Trancy? He hasn't been feeling well and his servants can find no cause."

"Understood." Sebastian turned to me. "Please, lie down. I must see your stomach."

I paused. "Aren't you going to ask me questions or…or check my temperature or something?"

Ciel frowned. "Sebastian, do you know what is wrong with Alois?"

The demon nodded and I felt the blood drain from my face. "Yes, I have a theory. It is impossible for the most part, but I must make certain." Sebastian turned back to me. "The stomach is the source of energy in one's body. By examining your stomach, I may be able to find out what is disrupting your body. Please, lie down."

I nodded, lying down on the lounge chair. Sebastian removed the glove from his left hand, exposing the mark of his contract with Ciel. He stepped over to me and lifted my vest and shirt to show my belly. Ugh…now I regretted eating that cake… It made me feel fat. The demon gently placed his cold hand on my belly, his contract mark glowing faintly. After a few tense moments, he stopped and removed his hand, putting his glove back on.

"Well?" Ciel demanded as I fixed my clothes. "Were you able to find out what was the matter?"

"Yes." Sebastian answered, picking up the tray of tea and cake.

My lover frowned. "What is it, then?"

Sebastian paused before stating calmly. "It appears that Earl Trancy is pregnant."

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