Shi: Le gasp! An update! Yay~! . I know, I know! I'm sorry it took this long! Don't kill me! I still want to live for at least 20 more years! Wow! I lowered my standards since I'm hopeless.
Ciel: You bet you are! Do you readers have any idea why she hasn't updated yet? She had spent her whole week watching and read yaoi! Yeah, that's right! Junjou Romantica and Sekaiichi Hatsukoi! She didn't even let Shonen Ai anime like Monochrome Factor get away! *Sigh* She's more than hopeless.
Shi: I know, I know! I'm so sorry! Okay! Let's just wrap this up so the readers won't have to wait much! Oh before anything else... Ciel, Sebastian don't you want to say something to xXYomiXx and Thegraybluekitten?
Ciel: Oh right... Well, I uhm... *Mutters* Thank you for giving me all those sweets... I liked them... *Bolts away, with the treats*
Shi: Adorable~! Your turn Sebastian-kun~!
Sebastian: Well, I thank Thegraybluekitten for giving the young master and I a chocolate cake. And as for xXYomiXx, I believe you gave me an unnecessary amount of work. Fortunately, I'm one hell of a butler. *Smirks*
Shi: Kyaaa~! Okies! Let's start! I do not own Kuroshitsuji and its characters all rights and claims goes rightfully to their creator, the charming Yana Toboso. Your turn Shieru~!
Ciel: *Goes back in*... *Mutters* The sooner I get this over with the better... Ahem... Okay, well then, we would like to warn you about unnecessary possesive yaoiness, crossdressing (I have no idea why we did not include this before), language (bad Sebastian!), bad-ass Claude, a very small amount of blood... what else (forgive me if I missed something), hmn... Alois and Elizabeth (They deserve their own warning)... Your turn, Sebastian.
Sebastian: Why of course, to avoid unnecessary confusion, each chapter would be named after the date in the journal. The first part with be the opening of the journal and the middle part would be the story with the point of view of yours truly, and will end with the closing of the journal. Emphasis would look like this (Bold) and or (Italic) or maybe both. (~XxX~) indicates the start of the narrative story while (XXX) states a scene change. (*) Tells the readers that there would be an explanation about that certain sentence, name and etc. at the end of the story.
Shi: Onwards!
December 25, 1881
Age: 13
Dear journal,
For the past week and a half of my family's stay in this manor, I have witnessed my father and uncle arrive home late in absolute distraught. They had found no leads, no witnesses, and no clues. They were both left stumped by the case, not even their connection to London's Underworld helped them in the mission. The fact that no remains were discovered baffled them and gave them no clue whatsoever about how the crime was done.
During this whole time Claude and I were on guard for any sign of danger… any. So far we found nothing that will alert us of an intruder. However, we can never be sure.
Amidst these days I have also gotten to know Ciel even more. Although, no matter how much I know him doesn't stop him from always surprising me with his involuntary ways. Also, my impure dreams haven't ceased just yet. It was quite annoying and I frequently find myself lost in my distracting imaginations. This morning as well, had the same outcome.
Today was Christmas, which was why my mother was giddy all of a sudden. She and Aunt Rachel decided to host a Christmas ball in the Phantomhive Manor. She said it was not only to celebrate to occasion but to also to lighten up my father and Uncle Vincent's moods. I for one say otherwise, to me the only thing that would lighten up their mood is a lead to their search…
~XxX~
I silently glanced at my silver pocket watch as I made myself conscious of my surroundings. With this many guests we could never be sure if one of them is the criminal. Since both of the guard dogs are well known in the underworld, I wouldn't be surprised if they figured out that they were soon to be hunted down. Now that the Queen's Guard Dogs are on the case, the culprits will have to take any precautions and that includes getting their enemies' weaknesses which is unfortunately the Guard Dogs' children. It would be hitting two birds with one stone.
Quietly walking around the dancehall, I kept a watchful eye lingering around Ciel. He was now in the dance floor dancing clumsily with another young man.
The teal-haired young boy was now wearing his feminine disguise. He had his long hair tied into two twin tails with sapphire blue ribbons, he wore a small dark blue hat with light blue roses and a black ribbon around it, as a head dress. Ciel also wore a long and puffy dark blue off-shoulder dress with white cottony fabrics on each end. The dress had a sky blue corset around it which was tied with a midnight blue and a white lacey ribbon. My cousin was also wearing a black, medium-heeled, knee-high boots. Lastly, he wore a pair of black gloves that reached below his elbows. He looked stunning, the shades of blue really complimented his grayish-blue hair and dark sapphire eyes.
On the other hand the young man who impudently danced with my fiancé had short pale blonde hair and light blue eyes. The little tyrant was wearing a long purple coat and a green vest which was over his white shirt. He also wore an absurdly short black shorts that I believe was illegal in numerous countries. With a black ribbon around his neck the boy had a pair of brown boots with purple ribbons attached to it. The impulsive idiot also had a sick smile plastered over his disgusting face.
They glided on the dance floor as I narrowed my eyes at them. "Aww, it looks like your little wife is over there having fun with another man," a mocking voice chuckled over my shoulder. I turned around to see who this abomination was. What I saw did not surprise me one fucking bit.
"Claude, I am not in the mood for your silly games," I hissed. "Were you not supposed to be monitoring the garden?" I asked trying to keep my calm. It was as if every time I see this dear brother of mine, I would undeniably tear his face into two.
"It was boring there. Besides, you are not the only one who wants gawk at that little girl," Claude sneered into my face, his golden eyes showing a predatory glint behind his glasses. Even after he knew about Ciel's real gender, he never stopped his attempts.
"Claude," I started with a dangerous tone. "Now is not the time for games. Now, get back to your post and be on guard," I ordered sternly.
"Psh. And you call me boring," he muttered rolling his eyes as he walked away from to room, making his way to the garden.
"Bastard," I spat, looking back at my charge. The song was about to end, so I made my way to the dancers, determined to take what was mine. With one final twirl, the waltz ended. The dancing partners were bowing to each other as I reached my destination.
"It was nice dancing with you, Ciel," the blonde boy said as he swooped down to plant a kiss on the back of Ciel's palm. I swiftly grabbed my cousin's hands before those putrid lips reach it, careful not to hurt the sapphire-eyed boy. The little blonde brat gave me an enrage look, "Excuse me?!" he shot up, clearly offended.
Upon realizing that I was the one holding his hand Ciel instantly blushed embarrassed. "It's okay, Alois. This is Sebastian Michaelis, my cousin," he explained giving the other boy a bright smile. So he was Alois.
The child named Alois huffed, "That does not give him excuse to just barge around here and ruinour-," he stopped as I interrupted him.
"And, I am also Ciel's fiancé," I added smugly making Ciel blush even more.
"You don't have to say tha-! Woah!" he cried as I started to lead him to middle of the dance floor. He looked back to see his friend looking shocked at us and quickly said, "B-Bye, Alois! I'll see you later!" he shouted for his blonde friend to hear.
XXX
"Ciel!" a femalely shrill voice shouted over the crowd. Oh, now who is this? As both of us turned to the source of this voice we were greeted by a flash of red. A woman was standing in the middle of the crowd making her way to me and my charge. What really caught my eye was the different shades of red attached to this flamboyant woman.
She had scarlet red hair and ruby eyes. Her whole outfit was red, from her corset to the sheer cloth covering her body, the sole different color in her getup were the black outlines that complimented the dress very well. Along the flurry of red were her bountiful chests that seemed to move as she made her way to us.
That's when I realized that she was not alone. Next to her was a little girl, I'd say a year older than Ciel. The little girl had bouncy blonde curls tied in twin tails with a ribbon, just like Ciel's. She wore a puffy pink gown with laces and bag load of ribbons. Ugh! Pink… how I dislike the color.
"Aunt Ann! Elizabeth! You're here!" was Ciel's excited greeting after a moment of recognition. Suddenly letting go of my hand, my cousin happily jumped into the elder woman's arms to welcome her with an embrace. The woman covered with red could only happily oblige as the little girl joined into the hug.
"Oh, Ciel! How long has it been since I last saw you? I've been so busy with the hospital I barely even had the time to come and visit you!" the women explained as she slowly pulled out of the warm hug. "My, you've grown, Ciel!" she proudly noticed.
"Kyaaaa! Cielu~! You are as cute as I remembered!" the blonde girl squealed as she continued to gush over him.
"That was just a three weeks ago, Elizabeth," the sapphire-eyed boy stated bluntly. I quietly chuckled as made my way to my wife-to-be and his companions. The woman who was unmistakable named Ann immediately noticed me and turned to smile to me.
"Ooh~! And who is this dashing young man?" she asked raising her crimson eyebrow.
"My name is Sebastian Michaelis, a pleasure to meet you madam," I introduced politely as I smiled my habitual smile and reach out my hand to take her palm and plant a respectful kiss.
"Michaelis? Oh come now, there is no need for formalities! I'm most likely your Aunt, Sebastian! Angelina Durless, Ann for short. Call me Auntie will you?" she smiled as she softly pinched my cheek. "Oh my! You have grown so handsome! It such a pity I was never able to meet you ever since you were a baby!" my "Auntie" cried as she gave me a loving bear hug.
"Pardon?" was the only word that escaped my lips as I sucked in all the newly found information.
"Why, honey, I'm your Aunt Rachel's sister!" she smiled as she patted my head.
Her? Aunt Rachel's sister? Hmn… Well, if you look really closely they do have a resemblance but compared to how energetic she is to how refined Aunt Rachel is, it's quite a wonder.
"I was never really able to visit you since your second birthday because I went to stay in Italy for quite some time to study and when I finally came back I was seldom free. However, whenever I do visit your manor your parents always told me that you were busy, as well as your brother," she mused thoughtfully.
I certainly know what kept us so busy. We, well I used to train every single day but nowadays I just have refresh ever now and again. As for Claude, he still practices every day -except for holidays like this month for example, our parents are not that cruel- since his training is not yet complete.
"Oh, I see."
"Hi! My name is Elizabeth, call me Lizzie! Your Sebastian, right?" the blonde girl named Elizabeth entered the conversation. Oh! So she was the one named Elizabeth.
"Yes, it's nice to meet you," I smiled as I took her hand to kiss the back of her palm as well, just like how I greeted Ciel's mother and Aunt Ann. I could hear my newly discovered aunt chuckled as we saw her blush visibly. "I'm Ciel's cousin," I added.
"Ooh! What a coincidence! I'm Ciel's cousin too," she said with a quite bubbly attitude. "So if were both his cousin, then… what are we to each other?" she asked as if it was the hardest question to be answered in the world. I inwardly sighed. It seems like I met an airhead.
"Were all cousins, Eliza-," Ciel saved me but was afterwards thoroughly interrupted by the green-eyed young girl.
"Lizzie!"
"Fine. Were all cousins, Lizzie," the young boy emphasized as my aunt and I chuckled at the adorable display.
"Now, if you'll excuse us, I believe I asked Ciel for a dance," I explained as I bowed to my new acquaintances.
"Be my guest, Sebastian," Aunt Ann smiled while she gestured her right hand allowing as to leave and continue with our business.
XXX
As we reached a spot clear of dancers, I bent down in one knee, "May I have this dance?" I asked gently, holding my hand out. He giggled sheepishly and placed his gloved right hand on top of my equally gloved palm.
"Why of course, Lord Michaelis," he playfully purred. I smiled as I stood up, adjusted our position and pulled Ciel closer to my chest.
The small orchestra started the sweet and soft melody as we gracefully glided across the marble floor forgetting the party and the people that surrounded us. It was the perfect atmosphere the perfect moment. It was just me and my beautiful bride-to-be.
"Ciel, you are an amazing dancer," I complimented with a smile genuinely placed across my face. The cross-dressing child got flustered even more under my vermillion gaze.
"That's not true! I always step on-!" he broke-off as he unconsciously stepped on my foot. "Oh dear, see!? I'm sorry, Sebastian!" he exclaimed stopping dead on our tracks as he fidgeted around me. Truthfully, it was not painful at all. With his small and dainty foot I doubt I would have noticed if he didn't call my attention to it.
"No it's fine, don't worry about it. I'm fine, Ciel," I assured tugging him back to my grasp once again with my left arm. "I barely even felt it," I shrugged.
He pouted like the child he was. "I am notthat weak," he childishly fumed.
"Of course you are not," I answered sarcastically and rolled my eyes, smirking at the young child. My smirk slowly melted into another honest smile as I tugged a stray strand of his fake but smooth hair. Then a thought crossed my mind, something I've been meaning to say… "Ciel, I…"
"Kyaaaa!"
All of a sudden it was dark. Somebody turned the lights off! I glanced briskly around forcing my eyes to adjust quickly to the lack of light. I silently curse under my breath as I held Ciel tighter across my chest. I found an opening in the crowd. People ran around, shock of the sudden confusion. I could hear Uncle Vincent asking the people to calm down and assuring them that everything was taken care of.
"Sebastian? What's happening?" was Ciel's startled question. I didn't have time to explain it to him so I replied with a shushing motion.
"I'll explain everything later. For now, just trust me," I uttered full of determination. He nodded. This was no ordinary blackout. As far as my knowledge goes the Phantomhive household has advance facilities that would not easily be worn out, if ever a blackout like this occurs it would be by force. And that would only mean…
Shit!
Where was Claude when you need the idiot? Well, screw him! I can protect Ciel all by myself. I pushed through the annoying mob of overdressed guests. I need to find a hiding place, it would give us a better chance to stay out of the culprits' way. The garden is obviously not the right choice since it was bare of people and no one would witness anything if by chance we got caught in there. This room is not helping either, with this many people there is no telling if one of them are the criminals.
BUMP
"Excuse us…" I murmured, forcibly pushing our way out.
"Haha! Found ya brats!" a deep and raspy voice answered. Fuck! Is my luck that bad? The nobles around us seems too preoccupied to even notice the silent commotion happening.
I was ready to fight when multiple rough hands grabbed my wrists, immobilizing me temporarily. They harshly grabbed Ciel away from me as I felt him squirm. I was hardly able to watch in my struggle as they placed a cloth over his face causing him to faint after getting a whiff of what I assume a chemical called chloroform. My mind was racing when I felt a cloth cover my mouth too. Damn!
A brilliant idea formulated in my head. I just need to cease breathing for a while enough to get myself out of their grasp. I started fighting back so, the men holding me down pulled my hands together behind my back. Perfect. All according to plan. My left hand carefully reached my tailcoat's right sleeve, revealing a three pieces of sharp silverware I keep in case something like this happens. And with my expert trajectory I was able to place a deep cut on my captor's knuckles making him flinch back and let myself go, dropping the cloth in the process.
I instantly jerked up and bolted to my unconscious cousin's direction. "Ey! Stop that brat!" the man behind me shouted loud enough for his comrades to hear him but low enough to not alert the guests. It was hard to see so I have no choice but to heighten all my other senses that were still useable. I closed my eyes as I listened well to my surroundings. I clogged all the screams and murmurs from the guests and listened intently to my attackers instead.
SHUFFLE
My right! I aimed a knife at my right and heard a manly grunt of pain afterwards. I guess they couldn't create much noise, can't they? So that's why they haven't used a gun or something albeit, I would not be surprised if they brought a dagger with them. Well let's see how much they can injure after I'm done with them.
STOMP
Infront of me! I took hold of the man's arms that were intended to punch me square in my face as I swiftly charged a well aimed punch to the criminal's stomach resulting him to cough up blood, judging from the sticky liquid I felt poured down on my left cheek. I cringe visibly at the disgusting material in my person.
TAP, TAP
Behind! The moment I twisted around to face my opponent, he already grabbed both of my wrists with one hand and placed a knife below my chin on the other. I hissed as I grunted my way out of his filthy hands.
"Ha! Yer' not goin' anywhere, ya brat!" he sneered with his deep plebian accent.
I smirked, even though I doubt he would have noticed, "Are you sure about that?" I taunted as I kicked his groin from behind. This, of course, let him lose his grip around me and his knife as he used his hands to somehow relive his abused member. I smiled inwardly, contented as I took the dagger sprawled on the floor and reached out to pick Ciel up.
Once I had the young boy securely placed on my arms I instantly dashed away from the scene, leaving disgruntled men on my tracks.
XXX
It has been exactly thirty minutes since the disaster ended. The servants were able to retrieve the lights and the crowd finally calmed down. Surprisingly, the guests still stayed after that little incident. The criminals escaped and left no clues behind. My mother left with Claude to take care of the guests for awhile as I explained what happened to Ciel's parents as well as my father. I also apologized in failing to protect the young boy just in time to prevent certain happenings.
"It is quite alright, Sebastian, honey. At least the both of you were not gravely hurt," was Aunt Rachel's humble reply while she lovingly caressed her son's hair. She was sitting on a chair near a soft bed where Ciel -who was still unconscious- laid.
"You did well against those many men, Sebastian. You should not put yourself down. You saved yourself and Ciel before anything worse happened," Uncle Vincent patted my head as he passed by myself. He made his way to his family and sat next to his wife.
"Things would have gotten messier if you didn't escape in the nick of time," my father added as he was standing by the door.
"Thank you," I muttered appreciatively. Although I was still disappointed with myself, I have to say that they were right either way. If I wasn't able to do anything at the right time, we could have been caught and before we knew it, we would be the down fall of this case.
"Ciel!" a boisterous young lady shouted as the door burst open. It was Elizabeth, she came in crying and whimpering while calling our cousins name. Aunt Ann and Alois followed soon after with a worried expression obvious on their faces.
"We came as soon as we heard!" Aunt Ann explained. "Is he alright?" she asked, exceptionally worried as she walked to Ciel's direction.
"It seems like he was drugged," his mother stressfully elaborated as she continued to stroke the young boy's head. "Thankfully, it's something not too dangerous," she added.
"What drug?" the women in red asked as she mimicked Aunt Rachel's gestures.
"Chloroform," I answered confidently.
"Well, if what you say is true, he will be up and about after a few hours," she concluded as she began to write things down on a piece of paper. "Make sure to give him plenty of water once he wakes up." Aunt Ann then gave the piece of paper to Ciel's parents.
I silently cursed as those two annoying brats settled themselves beside me, crying like the snot-nosed children they are. What do they think? It's not as if Ciel died or something. I sorely rolled my eyes as the door opened once again to reveal another visitor.
Tanaka appeared behind the mahogany piece of wood calling the attention of the Queen's Guard Dogs, saying that the Scotland Yard has arrived. And as for my two aunts, they were called because of some urgent problem with the ball in need of their attention.
"Will it be all right if I leave Ciel with you, Sebastian?" Uncle Vincent asked, knowing full-well what I'm capable of.
"Do not worry, uncle, Ciel is safe with me," I reassured. "I'll quickly notify you if anything happens," I smiled.
"Very well. We'll all be back as soon as possible," he replied as they all made their way outside the door with Aunt Ann ushering the two weeping blondes out to give Ciel some air.
XXX
He looked peaceful as he slept.
When I was young, I remember my mother reading me a story before she tucks me in at night. It was about a young princess who was cursed into sleeping for the whole eternity. If I can remember she was very beautiful, with lips as red as rose, golden smooth hair and dazzling blue eyes. The young princes needed her true love's kiss to be awoken from her slumber.
What if…?
No! That's preposterous…
And yet… here I am leaning to touch those soft and small lips of Ciel… I always dreamt about kissing it, literally. I wonder what it would feel in real life… Just a few more inches… Closing my eyes I inclined closer…
"Sebastian?" came a small and weak voice.
Almost immediately, I quickly retreated to my seat. The boy has yet to open his eyes fully as he rubbed his eyes to rid it of sleep. I was lucky enough not to get caught or to have even done such act, if so, I wonder what Ciel would have done. Will he be enraged? Or will he like it? I doubt that.
"Yes," I acknowledged him as regain my senses. The young Phantomhive lifted up his now opened sapphire eyes while he scanned the room.
"Thank you," he smiled, his eyes now lingering on my form. "Thank you, for saving me," the boy finished. "I remembered your scent while you carried me barely conscious," he reminisced the memory.
"I was barely of any help," I sat with my eyes staring downcast. I cannot even look at him directly in the eye. If I had done better he wouldn't have been drugged. I was taken aback as I felt a warm hand place itself on top of mine. As I looked up in confusion I found Ciel holding my palm as a form of comfort.
With determination evident on those sparkling eyes the boy went on, "If it wasn't for you we would have been kidnapped."
"Yes, but-!"
"No buts~!" he friskily interjected.
I sighed, familiar to the scenario. Ciel would never let the subject go unless he would end up as the winner. However, hearing those from my cousin made my disappointment to myself bearable if not vanish.
Choosing to move on to matter at hand instead, I remember Aunt Ann's instructions, "Ciel, would you like some water?" I asked.
"I am a bit parched," he thought. "Would you please?"
"It would be my pleasure," I announced as I walked to the corner of the room where the lever for the alarm used to call for servants was located. And not a moment too soon, a young maid knocked on the door with a porcelain pitcher that contained the liquid and a small glass. I guess Ciel's parents already instructed them what to bring. She clumsily placed the tray on the table and then made her hasty retreat with one last bow.
I retrieved the glass and poured the water inside. I then gave it to Ciel after I helped him sit up from his position. After a few gulps he settled it down.
"Sebastian," he called, seeming unsure whether he would continue or not.
"Yes?" I answered as I quirked an eyebrow.
"Father is working hard to get those bad guys, right?" he continued. At this I was shocked, albeit I maintained my calm façade. I thought he never knew anything about his father's job?
"You have a very skillful eavesdropping ability," I commented. Ciel chuckled dryly at this and was now in the most serious state I have even seen him in.
"I always see father go home tired and stressed whenever he those kinds of work. With those kinds of people he is after, I wouldn't be surprised if he risks his life for this stuff," he frowned. "I want to help him," he concluded firmly.
"But Ciel, as you had said it is a job where you have to risk your life. What if something happens to you?" I reasoned calmly. "You would help your father by staying safe and unharmed."
The boy pouted by finally gave up with a mumble, seeing the logic in my words. But then…
"Wait! Sebastian, what is that?" Ciel pointed, suddenly interested at something. I silently followed his line of sight and noticed that it was directed to my pocket. Pulling out whatever was in my pocket, I discovered the knife I collected after I rescued my teal-haired cousin. "Can I borrow that?" the boy requested.
I knew Ciel was smarter than his age and that he would not irresponsibly use the dagger for something reckless, so I allowed him to take a closer look. My bride-to-be cautiously took it examining it's every nook and cranny.
"It has a family crest," he stated simply, fingering the design.
"Which means…" I continued as I followed his logic. With the crest we can easily… trace down the criminal.
Ciel giggled, "Merry Christmas to us, Sebastian," he smirked.
~XxX~
The ball ended peacefully. No one was hurt and nothing much was damaged. Our mothers did a good job and so far ever one had a Merry Christmas. It wasn't so bad after all. I had my first dance with Ciel, and may I as say we did exceptionally well, that is, of course, before Ciel stepped on my foot.
Before the night ended, Ciel asked me to keep the dagger a secret…for now. I was torn from following my father and obeying Ciel, nevertheless I mentioned nothing about it. It was not lying, after all. Moreover, I was somehow excited to know what Ciel was hiding up his sleeve.
This would surely be an interesting game.
Sincerely yours,
Sebastian Michaelis
Shi: Wah! I got too tired to write notes! TT^TT I can't help my lazy self! Anyway you can just ask me through a review! So don't forget to review! Reviews inspire me! Even if you're no good in math, the most important formula (just kidding, but seriously) is Readers+Reviews=Early Chapter and A Happy Author!
Ciel: Yeah! *Munch, munch* And don't forget to donate!
Sebastian: *Licks a few crumbs of chocolate from Ciel's lips* You look so irresistible young master...
Ciel: Ba-ba-baka! *Blush*
Shi: Kyaaaa~! You guys are sooooo CUTE~! Ahh... Now I feel depressed and lonely, since I dun have a love-dovey partner...
Ciel: Yeah, you'll grow old and alone... or maybe with a bunch of cats in the house. Like Sebastian before.
Sebastian: *Blushes* Young master! That was my secret!
Shi: Shut up you two! *Sigh* Till next time! And don't forget to review, remember I'm not psychic! Ja ne~!
This game was inspired from XxChocoMelloxX, however it has a different concept than hers.
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|I give Ciel a chocolate cake for being so cute!|
|I give Sebastian a sloppy dog for not making out with Ciel then and there.|
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