Kissanpennun: Mosh, mosh. Welcome to Stray Cat, a Sebastian x Oc fan fiction. I'm Kiss-san, the writer. :3 This is the second part of chapter five, which should technically be the six chapter; however, I are lazy and made it second part. Now, since I'm getting to the nitty gritty. I will say something that was brought up in some replies. Yes, I do know my name if Finnish. *chuckles* Got bored with normal names, and tried using a foreign word as a name. Thusly, Kissanpennun became my penname because I liked how it meant kitten(s) in Finnish. :3 And yes, I realize that Sebastian may appear to be a wee bit out of character.

However, if you consider that I'm introducing a new character that wasn't part of the series; I would suspect some out of character moments. So, yes, expect some ooc with him when it comes to Naida. Also, someone told me that Naida meant "to fuck" in a different language. ._. Don't recall who was the one who reviewed it and told me, but I recalled that much. Now that lengthy thing is done, to the story. Enjoy the second part of chapter 5. :3

Disclaimer: I don't own Kuroshitsuji; however, I own my Ocs.


Chapter 5, part 2: Death fulfilling Oath to the Haunting Moon

Amidst her slumber, Naida shifted in her sleep while Meirin, Finny, Pluto, and Baldroy watched over her. In her dreams, nothing but tranquility was there. The warmth of the comforter and knowing the familiar scents of the Phantomhive employees that she called her family lulled her into a nightmare less sleep. However, peaceful dreams of sitting in a meadow of white flowers were bound to end. A sharp knock at the door jolted her awake, her blue eyes snapping open. The door opened, and groggily the cat maid tried to blink the sleep away. She'd rather not be asleep if someone came into her room; Naida feels as if it was showing a weakness along with being rude. For it could be the master of the household coming to talk to her.

Which her instincts were right on who was coming in the door. Sitting up and wiping away the sleep from her eyes, Sebastian and Ciel came in with lunch for her. Well, Sebastian was rolling the cart with her lunch on it; however, Naida noted that the demonic butler had that calm mask back up whilst Ciel looked a tad grim. "Afternoon young master," Naida greeted. She just got a bare glance at with a small nod of acknowledgement.

"Naida," Ciel stated, "we need discuss with you the effects of the serum you'll be taking tomorrow. For you to fake being near death, you will need to know what will happen to you." Finny and Meirin gasped, both looking at Ciel then Naida who just simply nodded. Finny stepped in between the two, his fist balled up. "She already died once! You can't make her do something like that again! What is she really dies this time," cried Finny. Naida sighed, closing her eyes as she tried to hold her tongue a bit. She was going to lecture him on it; however, she knew why he was objecting.

"Finny. It's the only way to catch the criminal," Naida said softly. Finny turned around to her, tears were already brimming around his eyes. He was on the verge of crying once more. "Please understand, Finny." Naida opened her eyes, a sincere look in her eyes and face as she looked towards him. "Have faith that I'll come back. Besides, I still have a picnic to plan with delectable treats for you all in celebration. I'll leave the spot picking to you, of course." A sweet smile spread on her lips, and it was the one thing that seemed to ease Finny's worries. Naida gestured to Baldroy to escort the two, Meirin and Finny out. He got the hint, and managed to get them out of the door.

Sebastian closed the door behind them, but that was before he left them with a soft warning. "Find something to do for the time being. Or I can find you jobs to do, ones that you should have been doing all this time." And Sebastian kicked Pluto out, finding the demon dog an annoyance. The three of them would head off as ordered, doing their "jobs". Shutting the door finally, Sebastian placed her lunch tray near her. Ciel sat on the edge of her bed, glancing at her for a brief moment. "How is your wound? Depending on your recovery, it will make it easier to know how badly you'll be handicapped."

Naida blinked, touching the spot where she was stabbed. The wound was healed completely, and she would be able to function properly by the time tomorrow morning's light came through the window. "I will be healed completely tomorrow. The slight pain isn't enough to hinder me, and considering being stabbed in the heart isn't so terrible. If it means catching a murderer, my lord." Naida said, smiling at him softly. Her ears appeared upon her head, flickering over in the direction of Sebastian. "Mn, it would appear you are in good health." Sebastian commented, pouring a cups of Earl tea.

He handed the cup over to her, knowing that the young master came in with his own. Naida accepted the cup, taking a small sip before setting it down onto the nightstand beside her. "How terribly out will I be before I can join the fight?" The inquiry caused Ciel to pause in sipping his tea; it would appear he wanted to hinder answering it just briefly while they enjoyed a cup of tea. Even Sebastian paused, glancing over at the young master to see what he would say. Certainly he wanted to know how his master would react, and knowing how much of Naida's death shocked the child meant he was still hindering in letting her fight. "For a good portion," Ciel said to break the silence. His hair curtained his face while it appeared he was looking into his cup of Earl Tea for something.

"I see," Naida said with a sigh following afterwards. "Please don't worry, young master. I won't let myself be killed again so easily. This cat wants to claw whoever did this eye out." This caused Ciel to lift his head, expecting her to have that calm mask that Sebastian had worn many times. However when he did look at her, he flinched at the look in her eyes; Sebastian hid his grin behind a gloved hand when he saw it too. Those blue hues tinted with green didn't hide the animosity towards whomever hurt her; nor did the sadistic smile on her lips hide her malicious intentions for the person. They would be as good as dead for crossing this cat.

Ciel swallowed, wondering if this was the demonic side of Naida she's never shown to anyone. It literally gave him chills just thinking about her killing someone for just hurting her. Even if he did have her on a leash for serving him, she doesn't have a contract with him. So technically she could turn on him if she desired so. Having such a wild card was dangerous; however, if he could keep her on his side she would be a benefiting pawn for a long time. "I see. Then don't disappoint me tomorrow at your funeral. I expect you to deliver once you wake up." Ciel said, sipping his tea and leaving as well. "Sebastian." Ciel called the demon, knowing how he'd linger there to tend to her.

"Yes, my lord," Sebastian said. Wheeling the cart out with the tea, he gave a glance over to Naida. "Lunch should suit your tastes. Excuse us." Closing the door behind him, Naida glanced over at the lid of her lunch. She could smell the seasoning and the different sea food hidden under the lid. Give her a fish, she'd be a purring fool for a long time. Naida never said she preferred fish; however, knowing Sebastian was the type of male who would notice little things with her. Just like how she knows the little things with him since they've been around one another for so long.

Sighing, she lifted the tray and started to dig in. Midway in her meal, Meirin came back in to hide from Sebastian's rage. Seemingly the maid broke some dishes, Meirin also informed the cat about Baldroy and Finny may be in trouble too since they were also doing things Sebastian didn't want them doing. Naida giggled, finding it funny how those three always manage to get under the demon's skin without really meaning to. When she's always talking to others besides Ciel and Sebastian, her ears were always hidden. She chatted a bit with Meirin while she ate, finding her company exquisite since it was a quiet moment between the two. Naida truly enjoyed her little prattle talks with Meirin; they were funny to the cat demon.

As predicted by Meirin, Finny and Baldroy came rushing into Naida's room. "Ahaha! Totally forgot we had nurse duty once the young master and Sebastian were done talking to you," Baldroy said. He had a lit cigarette in his mouth, which caused Naida's eye to twitch. "Cigarette," Naida said between thinned lips. She was really trying to not yell, for that would hint Sebastian where his torture toys ran off to. Fumbling with his lit joint, Baldroy stupidly dropped it into her half full cup of tea. This only irritated the cat considering she was going to drink out of that. "Oops…"

The three looked at Naida, seeing the maid stiff and on the verge of yelling. They never seen her angry. In fact, she made it a habit of being the nicer of the two when it came to her and Sebastian. However it appears that Baldroy's stupidity was pushing her over the edge. "Oops? Really," Naida inquired with smile. Meirin and Finny both hid behind Baldroy; terrified at how scary it was to see her speak so calmly although it showed she was furious. "If it was really an accident. Wouldn't you think getting me more tea would be proper compensation? Or would you like for me to call Sebastian so he can get me another cup?" The three employees flinched, knowing well what would happened if Sebastian saw the butt of Baldroy's cigarette in her cup. Not only that, but the lingering scent of nicotine was in the air; proving Baldroy was smoking near Naida when he wasn't supposed to.

"N-no," Baldroy said hastily. "I can get you another cup. Wait here." He grabbed the cup and the saucer in a hurry. Spilling some onto her bed sheets as he left, Meirin gasped in horror. If Naida was in the mood to call Sebastian for the cup, she'd call him about the linen that was stained by Baldroy's slipup. Meirin stripped the blankets off the bed quickly and hurried off to find replacements. "I'll wash these now before a stain sets in," Meirin quickly said as she left. This only left Finny in the room with Naida, who had just finished her meal.

Naida glanced over to the window, and Finny followed her gaze just in case she wanted something from him. "Finny," she said softly. He stood straight, and hand his hand on his head in a salute. "Yes," he stuttered. He was really praying he didn't do anything wrong. He never seen her bully anyone before. "Can you take the tray back to the kitchen? And tell Sebastian that lunch was superb, looking forward to dinner." Finny blinked, seeing her smile sweetly at him. It was almost like she did a 180 on him. Truth be told, she was only mad at Baldroy. Meirin overreacted and did that on her own. She vented, so she was all good.

"S-sure Naida," Finny said. He smiled back, picking up the tray and headed out of her room. Sighing softly to herself, Naida turned back towards the tightly drawn window. To ensure no one knew she was alive, her curtains were heavily draped and they were black. With the release information of the funeral tomorrow, it gave her time to relax and calm her nerves. There was so much confusion. Things weren't linking together at all. Claire and Ms. Stone were missing, and Mr. Portman was killed. The only thing that confused Naida was who would work with Ms. Stone. Evidently the scent of blood gave her away; however, it didn't explain why she would suddenly vanish.

And the cat was running out of reasons as to why Claire would vanish as well.

~Several hours later with Sebastian~

After seeing the young earl to sleep left the demon to his own devices for a short while. A time gap that gave him some time to go check up on his demoness. There weren't anyone awake; meaning no one would be able to interrupt him if he was to do something with Naida. Walking down the corridor, recalling he's been trying to locate Ms. Claire and Ms. Stone. Neither of them showing up; eluding him for a bit longer. If Naida was right, then Ms. Stone would be there tomorrow night with the murderer to collect her prize. However, he wasn't certain if they would appreciate the fact his cat didn't have sex with anyone. Well, at the most not with him yet.

Pausing at her very door, Sebastian carefully opened her door handle. The dim light scattered across her floor, softly illuminating what he assumed was her sleeping form. Stepping into the room, he set the candles down and turned towards her bed. A smirk formed his face, thinking he was sneaking up on her made him excited. Even in her recovering state, he can only guess she wouldn't be paying attention to her surrounds so she could rest up. Walking forward, his hand extended to touch what he presumed was her shoulder. He was met with the softness of a pillow underneath the blankets. Sebastian frowned, finding it odd that she wasn't under the sheets.

His red eyes scanned the room, knowing she was somewhere in the room. He could feel her presence within the room; Naida was there, yet hidden from his vision. "Kitten," Sebastian said softly. "I don't appreciate you hiding from me. Come out, I won't hurt you." He glanced around the room once more, forgetting the biggest furniture of the room. The demon seemed to think she was hiding away from the bed; in fact, she was hiding in plain sight. Right under Sebastian's nose; in the form of a black and white cat was what Naida's form was this eve.

Naida had yawned, stretching her small form to look up at him sleepily. The demon snuck in, and yet he hadn't noticed the fact of the cat lying on the bed. In cat form she wouldn't appear as if she was still alive. Ever since dinner, she's been in this form to ensure no one would attempt to see if she was alive. So far, it worked. Shifting to be in a sitting position, she pawed at Sebastian's stomach. The butler looked down, seeing her finally that she was right there. Not like she was going to sleep in her closet, nor was she going to curl up in his room to make it any better.

"You were looking for me. Well I'm here, idiot," she said in his head. He blinked slowly, his hands descending as he picked her up carefully. She gave him a peeved stare, telling him he better not do something strange to her. "Right under my nose, Naida," he purred. He cradled her in his arms and sat on her bed. She looked up at him, finding it odd for him to do something like this. Almost as if he was holding her when she was in human form. The window rattled, causing Sebastian to glance up. "Let me on your shoulders," she said. He did so, allowing her to position her body behind his head.

Walking towards the window, Sebastian threw opened the window to see nothing but the moon out. Naida caught something darting off the property; a sign that someone was spying on them. Sebastian closed the curtains; the silence between the two was evident. He saw what she saw; no words were needed to know Naida couldn't spend the night in her own room. If it kept up, they might see that she was alive and well. Ruining the trap altogether. "Evidently one of them got antsy and came to look." Naida said, her thoughts brushing against Sebastian's mind.

He sighed, walking over to the dresser with the candles. "It's too dangerous for you to be here on your own. If they catch you in your other form, then the plan will a failure." Sebastian said, picking up the candles. Naida nuzzled his cheek, her tail curling closer to his neck to avoid being singed by the flames. "I take it this is when I say 'I'm not staying in your room, even for mission sakes'? Or shall I trust that you won't do anything without me scratching the living hell out of you?" Sebastian chuckled at her words, finding them quite amusing. To think she'd have to threaten him wasn't actually necessary. "I'll be one hell of a gentleman tonight, my sweet little cat." He murmured under his breath, knowing she would hear him perfectly.

She shook her head, finding his 'one hell of a' phrase silly at times. Naida knew Sebastian was a man to his word. Well, demon, but she knows he'd keep his word with her. She kept herself perched on his shoulders. An interesting sight to see: a black haired butler walking down the corridor with a candle stick lit, and on laying on his shoulders a black and white cat. As he walked to his bedchambers, Naida thought it was interesting that his room didn't really have a window. Sneaky demon either boarded the window to ensure no one saw into his room, or there wasn't ever a window. She'll leave the option out in the open for now.

When he entered the room, closing the door behind him and blowing out the candles. He set the candlestick down and placed Naida down onto the bed. She pawed around his big bed. Considering his room looked like any bedroom, aside from the dark hues used on his bed itself. The black and red fabric used on his bed reminded her of him. And the soft touch made her wonder if he gotten himself satin sheets and pillow covers as well. "Only for you," Sebastian said out loud. Naida blinked, turning her head at him in wonder. What exactly did he mean by that?

He tossed a dress shirt onto the bed. "Dress in that tonight. Unfortunately I don't have anything ladylike for you here. Perhaps I should go grab one from your room?" Naida hissed at that question; bringing forth a smirk from the demon. He knew she'd object to him digging around her personal negligee. The sound of the bed taking on a heavier weight told him she shifted, and he closed his eyes briefly at the thought of her being naked behind him. Taking off his tailcoat, his gloves, and his shirt. He left his pants on, his shoes were taken off and he set them into the corresponding hampers for cleaning.

"Don't turn around," hissed Naida. Sebastian raised a brow, turning slightly seeing she was having issues with the buttons on his own dress shirt. Sighing, he turned around and buttoned up the shirt. "I said not to turn around." She raised a hand, claws springing forth in warning he was crossing the line. Sebastian eyes were closed while he buttoned her shirt up, pretty much opting out of having a pissed female in his bed. "I am doing it with my eyes closed my irritated feline. I won't make you upset tonight, so relax." He said softly, opening his red eyes to look directly in her eyes.

A faint blush stained her features, causing the cat demon to look away from his eyes. Embarrassed that she was this testy over such a thing. Then again, considering she never had been sought out by males before… This was a first for her. "Sorry," Naida said softly. Wrapping her arms around her waists, her arms squeezed her breasts together; causing the demon male to inwardly growl. Although she wasn't aware of her little temptations, he was painful aware when she was seducing him. His cat was going to slowly drive him insane; insane with want and longing.

Such a devious creature whom was ever so innocent. Only his cat can be such. "We must rest. The funeral is in the evening before the sun sets." Sebastian said, climbing under the bed sheets. Naida sighed, her ears flickering as she crawled under the sheets as well. When she was underneath with him, Sebastian pulled her close, invoking a mixture of a yowl and a yip. It even confused the male demon on what exactly he heard coming from his bed partner tonight. Turning her head, the marking of the contract with Ciel evident on his hand as he looked into her eyes.

"I won't do any more than a kiss tonight," he whispered. Naida swallowed, her tongue sweeping over lips as she anticipated his touch. Sebastian thought it was cute how she did it without knowing it. Seeing the black nailed fingers tilting her head just right; Sebastian pressed his lips against hers in a gentle goodnight kiss. Right now, he could thrust his tongue into her mouth and dominate her. But what fun would that be when he could do it after this whole matter had finished. Pressing her body more firmly against his, feeling the soft contours her body had to his as he sweetly drank her increasing passion from those light pink petals lips of hers.

He pulled back; satisfied when she made a little noise of remorse that he stopped. Sebastian wanted her wanting his next touch. Getting her addicted to his touch wouldn't be so terrible; meant she would only be seeking him out when she wanted to these sorts of things. Affectionate touches that only lovers should be having and ones she will be getting if he wasn't taking his sweet time accommodating to her naïve nature. Also giving her a chance to show him what love was all about. "Goodnight Naida," Sebastian murmured. He closed his eyes, feigning he was going to sleep so that she would follow suit. He really didn't need rest.

Naida didn't quite understand why he was sleeping, or pretending to do so. Perhaps he thought if he did so, then maybe she would feel a little more comfortable sleeping if he was also doing the same. It was a strange and considerate gesture coming from him, given she would be too tense with the awaiting dawn to sleep. She was nervous to be close to death once more just to catch these bastards. Pushing those awful tasting thoughts away, Naida let her eyelids flutter close and allowed sleep to take her over. A peaceful sleep filled with sitting in a meadow, and tonight she had a companion by her side. She's not going to admit the dark haired male was Sebastian. But who said it wasn't?

When Sebastian opened his eyes a few hours later, he glanced over at Naida to see how deeply asleep she was. She was practically snuggled against his frame, her head tucked under his chin and he could feel her tail near one of his legs. He mentally sighed, finding the situation unpleasant. If he woke her, she may not get back to sleep before she does anything else. He tried untangling himself from his feline, finding the task a bit harder since once he removed one of his body part from her; somehow, another part of him is substituted for the lost one. Honestly, he wondered if she didn't want him leaving her when she was sleeping. He finally found a way to untangle himself from his bed partner, sighing with relief he didn't wake the darling cat from her sleep. The only way he escaped was he put the pillow he used in her arms.

Seeing her content face, snuggling the fluffy pillow made him smile. How cute his cat was. Obviously his scent was enough to keep her lulled in her sleep. Brushing a strand of white hair away from her face, Sebastian decided he'll dress quickly and leave. He did so, sneaking out of his bedroom without even waking her once. The cat demon must be so stress about the mission that she hadn't slept properly until now. He went about his daily routine, before he had to go get the serum that they need.

As a precaution, they transported Naida as a cat to the Undertaker with clothes for her change into for the funeral service. Ciel decided that Sebastian can go with her, knowing that he couldn't be confident that the serum wouldn't kill her. Sebastian knew how the serum worked, and the serum was being provided by Lau for the time being. Ciel wouldn't put too much faith in anyone but Sebastian to know what was given. When they arrived, Sebastian was left with Naida for a brief moment. Considering she used his last name several times, it would be most appropriate for the husband to prepare the funeral. And he planned to do so, knowing everything ride on how well they fooled everyone into thinking she was dead.

After further explaining the effects of the serum, Sebastian waited for her to come out. Draped in a white gown used for funerals, her black and white hair braided and lay on her left side. "Ever so beautiful," Sebastian murmured. He brushed a gloved finger over the side of her face, and Naida turned her head away. He sighed, seeing the worry in her. Her hands were fidgeting with the ends of her hair, a sign she was nervous yet again. His words were not soothing her, they were making her far more nervous because she knew she was going to be very dead like soon.

"Naida," Sebastian pulled her closer to him, "please. Do not fear of this. I promise you will awaken in time to deal your own justice." Naida glanced up; still concerned that she will die. Another extra life gone; another step closer to be stuck with one life like a human. One chance to live never suited her well, and she used her lives wisely. She didn't want herself to lose another from this serum, and if she did she'd make Lau pay for it.

Sighing, she let her gaze look down and she nodded. When she thought they were done talking, Sebastian surprised her. He tilted her head back up, forcing her to look him in the eye. Those red eyes burned and swirled with emotion. Emotions she didn't think he'd have. He kissed her gently and stepped back. Handing her the serum, he gave her one final look. "Do not fear death, kitten. Sleep knowing when you wake… that the scratching post will be close. As will I and our lord."

Naida swallowed, clasping the bottle and glanced over at the coffin in which her body was to be laid in. Sebastian left, going to inform the Undertaker how he'd wanted her body to be presented. And in the back with Naida, she got into the coffin and took the serum. She coughed, the pain in her chest returning as she felt the familiar cold grasp of death. Closing her eyes, she allowed herself to accept the terrifying fact that she was indeed dying. If she kept fighting it, she might as well be killing herself. When the Undertaker came in the back with Sebastian, the sight seen caused Sebastian to still.

Naida's chin was rested against a folded arm, her eyes half open as they gazed blankly at the floor. Her body looked like she attempted to pull herself out of the coffin before the effects of the serum took effect. Sebastian swallowed the clawing emotion that demanded he go to her side, to lift that pale face of hers and call her back. She needed to be this way; otherwise, the plan wouldn't work. He'll have to put his "feelings" away for this. "Please take care of her as discussed, Undertaker." Sebastian said, turning away to leave. The Undertaker laughed, sliding a glance over at him.

"Is it possible that Sebastian fears she'll never open those eyes ever again?" Sebastian feet halted at that inquiry, unable to move from the fact. Was it fear he was feeling? Fear of losing her forever? His feline torn from him, cast into the grasp of death to never return? "It's only natural for a husband to fear his wife will never return when we're playing a dangerous game with Death." Sebastian replied, leaving the building so he didn't have to see Naida's body anymore. He didn't wish to continue feeling this fear anymore.

It wasn't because he didn't wish to feel it anymore; he didn't need it when he had more pressing matters to deal with. Fear can wait when it is necessary. He returned to the manor, informing the rest that the funeral was in a few hours. He dressed his lord, and then he dressed himself when the time came. He drove everyone to the church, and helped Ciel out of the coach. There were quite a few people there. Most of them were people who were friends of the Phantomhive family, and even Elizabeth's family was there.

"Sebastian," Elizabeth said sadly. "I'm sorry to hear your wife died. When did you two get married? I never knew you were married." Sebastian smiled sadly, playing the part of the grieving husband to the teeth. "For a year we have been married. She had been living with her brother for a while because she was worried about her sister-in-law's health about the children she was giving birth." Sebastian explanation appeared reasonable.

"I couldn't tell her no, and she was always the one to wanted to help family. How could I deny her that? It was that very loving and kind aspect of her that I found charming. She stole my heart, and we've been together ever since." Sebastian continued, watching Elizabeth gobble up the information. It appeared as others took it as the truth, which would smooth out the reason as to why. Married only a year and they were mostly apart. Perhaps he'd have Naida write him many letters, a several months' worth of letters to make the story more valid if Elizabeth deemed she needed to see the letters.

The funeral went as planned. And when Sebastian came up to the coffin, a indigo rose in hand surprised most. The white roses surrounding Naida as she laid there peacefully, her face relaxed as if she was dreaming in her sleep. Her hands clasped together between her breasts, her hair draped over her shoulder and gave her an angelic look. If only he could kiss her awake; to have her open those lovely sea-hued eyes and suck him back into that entrapment spell of hers. To make him constantly feel emotions, and desire to toy with her in his own affectionate way. "You shall have my heart, always," Sebastian said, placing the rose in her hair.

Leaning over, he kissed the pale pink lips of hers and closed his eyes. Gazing at her once more, the sharp pain he felt before came back when he started thinking of her gone. But he knew now that she'll return, so the pain subsided ever so slightly. These human like emotions were annoying; however, having them weren't troublesome when Naida was perfectly fine. Sebastian stepped away from the coffin, and he just briefly caught sight of what he assumed was Claire. He glanced down to find Ciel, and the boy was already gone. And sure enough, Ciel had caught sight of Claire as well as he did. "Excuse me for a moment," Sebastian said.

He walked out of the church, seeing that Ciel had Claire by the arm. "My lord," Sebastian said, grasping his hand. "That is not a way to treat someone who came to mourn over a person's passing." Claire looked up at Sebastian, the pain etched in her face before she shook her head. Ciel let go of her arm, glaring at her. "Explain why you've went missing after Mr. Parker died." Claire looked up, the shock on her face became apparent the woman didn't even know that Mr. Parker was dead.

"I thought if I disappeared for a little, Mr. Parker might give up trying to make me his wife." Claire explained, looking at the ground. "I wasn't expecting that Naida would die. I'm so sorry, my store must be cursed by my sister." She fell to the ground, sobbing. Ciel frowned, wondering what she meant. "Cursed by your sister?" Claire nodded, saying in between sobs. "My sister, Julia, was suppose to marry my fiancée before she died mysteriously. And when I took over the inn from our parents, only terrible things happened to the people who I hired. It must be Julia cursing me from her grave. Loathing me."

Ciel look up at Sebastian, who only wore that expressionless mask. If Claire thought her sister was doing it from the grave. "I'm sorry," Claire said looking up at Sebastian. "I didn't want her to work at the inn, but she seemed so friendly and I wanted it to work out. I didn't think she'd die so soon." Sebastian gave a small smile, and shook his head. "Ms. Claire, please don't worry about it. I'm sure next time she goes looking for work elsewhere to tell her no." Claire blinked, confused by his words. Ciel gave Sebastian a peeved stare, wondering if he was deliberately telling a possible murderer that Naida wasn't dead.

"I must be going," Claire said getting up. "Ms. Michaelis… I know you want her back, but she is gone. Forever. There is no next time…" And with that, she left. "You knew she wasn't that killer." Ciel said, glancing over at Sebastian. "She doesn't have the same perfume as the one who we're looking for. Besides, a killer wouldn't openly come to their prey's funeral when there is a possibility they could be found out." Sebastian explained. Ciel nodded, and they returned to the church.

Sebastian explained that he was having Naida buried later in private. When everyone left, it gave Sebastian time to have the church locked up and everything set for the plan. Ciel hide in one of the dark enclaves while Sebastian did the same, hiding him and Ciel from anyone detecting them. The moon came out, illuminating Naida's coffin lid with streams of moonlight. When waiting, they thought perhaps the killer wouldn't show up. But, the door to the church swung open and two people entered. "Seems like she's still here," came a woman's voice.

Two women; one with red hair tumbling down her back, and the other with light brown hair. Much like Claire did, but it would appear this woman was much younger than her. "Shame she had to die," the woman with brown haired said. "But Claire just doesn't learn. Right, Ms. Loretta Stone?" Ms. Stone smirked, brushing a hair away from her companion's face. "Shame such a beautiful woman died to teach her a lesson. A grieving husband such as Mr. Michaelis doesn't deserve her." Loretta said, glancing down at Naida's peaceful face.

A knife gleamed in the moonlight, and Loretta tugged Naida up from the coffin. "I would think that was rude, defiling my wife while she's supposed to be in eternal rest." Sebastian said, in a bored manner causing the two women to turn towards them. "Why are you here," exclaimed Julia, shocked to see the Earl of Phantomhive and his butler there. Sebastian narrowed his eyes, looking at the two women as they spoke. He didn't deserve his cat? They didn't know anything about if he did or didn't deserve her.

"I can see why Claire thinks it's a curse. Or rather, it's you somehow causing mischief even after purposively dying, Ms. Julia Rustenburg." Ciel said, figuring out why Claire assumed her sister died. Even if there was no body proving her sister did die, there were many pointing towards that she may have just disappeared so no one could find her. Julia glared, balling her fist up at the two. "No man can understand woman as good as another woman does." Julia hissed, glancing down at Naida.

"We're just saving this poor sap from a life of misery. Baring children, having to listen to a husband's beck and call. Things women shouldn't be doing. They should dominate men, since we're the ones giving them life." Loretta said with a purr, pulling Naida close for a kiss. Sebastian had to keep himself under control when he saw the woman kissing her; only because those were his lips to kiss. Calm down, once Naida wakes up knowing she was kissed. I'm sure that feline would scratch the hell out of Loretta for it… He tried telling himself.

Ciel sighed, looking at the two. "Obviously the women who were at Claire's were being reformed, getting back on their feet after losing so much. And you killed them just to save them? Aren't you cutting their chances for better short? They were better off alive with Claire." Ciel said, knowing that Claire's business was indeed legit. Julia rolled her amber eyes at Ciel, and it was proof enough that the sister wasn't human anymore. "So? Better dead and immortalize in their beauty than turning to sags because of a man."

Loretta placed Naida back into the coffin, smiling at her. "Wait patiently dear. Soon, you too will join the collection of beautiful hair that is immortalized forever." Once she glanced over at Sebastian, licking the blade in anticipation. "Sebastian, destroy these two," Ciel ordered. "Yes, My Lord." Sebastian walked forward, a sadistic smile plaster on his lips as he knew he'd enjoy taking these two out.

Loretta and Julia both charged Sebastian, Loretta flanking from the left as Julia came at his right. Loretta stabbed at an opening, Julia following the same instinct and pulled out a similar large knife and went at stabbing Sebastian. He dodges, trying to figure out an opportunity moment to escape and kill them. But the two on him at the same time made things difficult, all he could do was dodge the two. One of them managed to grab him from behind, allowing the other one to stab him in the shoulder as he tossed the other one off. He didn't like how they were working together, flawlessly closing the opening the other left open. If only he could get one off, then the other one would be ever so easily disposed of.

Just as Loretta was going in for another stab, this one aimed at his heart, a hand grabbed the back of her throat. "Sorry for waking up late," a tired voice of Naida was heard. Julia stopped attacking; giving Sebastian time to move away and see that it was Naida holding the back of Loretta's neck. And she looked pissed, like someone who just woke up on the wrong side of the bed. The terrifying look in the cat demon's sea blue eyes, those narrowed cat slits accompanied by the omniscient aura she permeated. "I thought you were dead," Loretta gasped. Naida tossed Loretta into the closet pew, snarling at the woman. "I doubtful you were even aware I was a demon. Cats have nine lives, and this one will enjoy scratching your eyes out. Justice for all the women you killed."

Julia stared there surprised, as if she couldn't believe that they attempted to kill a demon. "Why is a demon married to a human?" Julia demanded, charging at Naida. "Are you that pathetic to stoop down low to marry a human? You're worthless as a demon! You deserve to die," screech Julia. Just as she was about to stab Naida, who was still staring at Loretta, Sebastian intercepted her broke her arm. "Sorry to tell you," Sebastian said coolly. "But a demon marrying a demon isn't actually pathetic." Loretta and Julia both looked at each other than to Ciel.

"Sebastian, Naida," Ciel said. "Kill these two now." That's when the two realize just who was pulling the strings. "Yes, my lord," Naida and Sebastian said in unison. Naida took care of Loretta while Sebastian dealt with Julia. Sebastian could easily deal with Julia, her moves were full of opening and it gave him chances to strike at her already weak spot. The broken arm of hers didn't help as he grabbed her arm, twisting the blade so it was slammed into her heart. "Return to hell," he said, plunging his own hand to rip her heart out.

Loretta didn't have time to anguish over the matter of her partner dying. Not without receiving a devastating swipe from those sharp claws of Naida's. Naida was on the offensive, moving swiftly at any opening that she was given, trying to inflict injury to slow her prey down. The only thing Naida manage to do was rip up Loretta's clothes, shredding the fabric of the arm and the torso. Showing just how accurate Naida was if she just barely dodged getting her skin sliced by those sharp claws. The feline was relentless; never giving her a chance to lift her knife to attack. Sebastian stood near Ciel, watching Naida with fascination since it was the first time either of them seen her fight.

Naida backed off slightly, showing that she was giving leeway to Loretta. Loretta took the chance, aiming for Naida's heart. "Die bitch," Loretta exclaimed, thinking she had won. Ciel was took a step forward, but Sebastian halted the young earl. Ciel looked up at him, wondering why he stopped him from calling Naida out. It seem foolish for her to be soft on Loretta, but then he looked back to see why the demon butler had a smirk on his face.

Blood dripped to the floor, and a pulsing heart exited the back of Loretta's back. Naida's other hand gripped the blade, blood dripping from the tight grip she had on it as she held onto the demon's heart. "Shame," purred the feline, "that it ends here. Time to return to hell." Loretta paled as Naida applied pressure to the heart, squishing it between her fingers. Loretta exploded into ashes around Naida's bloody arm and hand. "Sorry my lord," Naida said, looking at him. "Sometimes fooling them into thinking I soften up helps with battle. She wouldn't just be a good girl and let me scratch her eyes out."

Ciel blinked; surprised that Naida was capable of handling herself as she said she could. This meant that they can tell Scotland Yard that she wasn't dead, and the people who caused the other deaths were now off the streets. Ciel sighed, turning as he returned to the coach waiting outside for him. Sebastian and Naida followed. Sebastian helped Ciel into the coach, but told Naida she needed to clean her hand. She walked behind the coach to where there was a bucket of water. Sebastian watched her clean her hand off, and returned to the back of the coach.

Sebastian pulled her close real quickly, darting his tongue past her lips that parted in a surprised gasp. He plundered her mouth, claiming it as his territory, and making sure he branded himself on her. Even if it was a small one, it was a step closer to completely claiming her. One step at a time. Naida had her hands on his chest, trying to push him away; however, somehow she didn't have the strength to do so. Being overwhelmed by Sebastian, scent and taste seem to make her weak to fight back. Oh for fuck sakes, just let him have you hissed her libido.

She on the other hand, didn't need to hear that from her body. Why don't you shut up and let me do whatever the hell I want, Naida shot back at it. Sebastian pulled back, tracing her bottom lip with a gloved fingertip. And miss having him in a night of passion? Why wait? Have a happy now, her libido reasoned. She swatted it away, not wanting to deal with her lions demanding to be taken by him. She swallowed, unsteadily stepping back from Sebastian. "Let's go home," Naida said.

He smiled, kissing her hand and helped her into the coach of the carriage as well. "We'll arrive home shortly. Then I'll make some late dinner." Sebastian said. "We," correct Naida. "We will be making a late dinner for everyone." Sebastian chuckled, finding her correcting him very cute. "Indeed we will." And he got onto the top and got the horses going, heading home. The case was closed, and the haunting moon has been appeased.


Kissanpennun: It took me FOREVER to get this done. xox So much was going on, and then I lost this chapter that I started up on my other computer. Thankfully I recalled the beginning, so writing the rest took me a while to get down with. Ah… I feel accomplish outputting this chapter after so friggen long. I'll try to get a chapter six out once I figure out what the heck I'm going to write it on. I haven't got an idea for chapter six, but I'll be sprinkling bonus chapters until I can figure out something. Chapter six may just be what someone suggested as a chapter in the reviews. ^.~ I'll tell you whom it is when I get a feel for it. But for now, those bonus chapters to keep ya'll happy until the next tea- I mean chapter. owo;; Please R&R and I'll see you all next time. Ciao-nee. :3

Bonus Chapter 1: Gossiping about the couple

Someone suggested that we get to see how the other servants believe Sebastian and Naida's relationship fairs. And we all know Meirin with that perverted mind of hers! How does Baldroy, Finny, Meirin, and Tanaka see their relationship? Do they think Sebastian is getting his his nooky when it appears Naida isn't dishing it out? Or do they suspect that Naida dominates Sebastian in bed? Shall we huddle these useless fools together and see how badly (or great) their gossip is before Sebastian and Naida come to make them work. ;3 It's gonna get hot, hot, hot baby! Till next time, Jaa ne!