I'm back with another chapter! It seems a lot of you guys enjoyed the last chapter ;) Well, I think it's about time to start the "Jack the Ripper" Arc! Who's ready? *silence* YAH! I am! *lonely fist pump* Not sure how long I'll stretch this out. Oh well, time to start the story~
*EDIT* OMG you guys. I'm sorry this update is so late. Like really sorry ;~; forgive me? Please?
Once again, for all my readers and the website to see, I don't own Kuroshitsuji/Black Butler, or any other thing I use.
[Danielle's POV]
I sat on my bed, listening to music through the one working ear bud on my Itouch, full from a very satisfying breakfast. I let the music flow into my mind, not really taking it in, focusing on last night. Right after he had shoved open my door, rather rudely I might add, he had just stood there as I begged for help to staunch the bleeding. But what did the little brat do? He turned around and walked right out. He didn't bother to lift a finger; instead he just walked in as red as a tomato and walked out like a tomato. Thinking back, I wonder what made his face such a deep red. If he had been eavesdropping, he shouldn't have heard anything weird, plus it isn't possible for anyone to hear and see Sei but me. What intrigued me the most was Sebastian, who had been standing behind Ciel last night. Even though it was a little dark, I could still see the smirk that had been on Sebby's face, and his eyes had glowed the pink-red color that proved he was a demon. What had he been doing outside my door? My mind was spinning, from the music and overload of curiosity, but I was pulled out of the confusion when I heard footsteps. I quickly stuffed my Itouch and the ear buds into my pocket and opened the door just in time to catch Ciel walk by with Sebby following behind him. Ciel was dressed in his usual fancy clothes, but with a coat and walking stick added, and Sebastian was of course in the usual butler attire. I noticed a paper in Ciel's hand, and I quickly stepped out of my room and shut the door behind me.
"Ciel, where are you going?" I asked, my eyes on the small paper still in his hand.
He stopped and turned around to face me, his face showing an "I don't have time for this" expression. He followed my gaze to the paper I his hand, and he let out an awkward cough as he hid the paper in his coat.
"Sebastian and I are going out. Take care of the mansion while we are absent." He sighed, then turned to leave.
"I knew there was something between you two." I muttered under my breath, smirking. I was, and still am, a SebaCiel shipper.
"What was that?" Ciel turned back around and raised an eyebrow. I instantly wiped the smirk off my face.
"I said can I go with you?" I stated, smiling innocently.
At this even Sebastian raised an eyebrow. It was most likely his demon ears had heard me, but he didn't react. Ciel dipped his head down in annoyance and sighed.
"Danielle, it would be best for you to stay here. After all, you are not completely healed…"
Well, it's true I wasn't completely healed, but I didn't feel sore or anything. In fact, I felt fine. Must be a perk of being in an anime/manga.
"Ciel, I actually feel fine, and are you sure you want to leave me alone with the other servants?" I then replaced my smile of innocence with one of mischief.
I'm sure if I tried, I could bring the whole mansion down to nothing but rubble. Ciel obviously had the same thought, as his once visible eye widened in realization.
"Right. Danielle, you will come with us." He gave a quick nod, and then continued walking.
I clapped my hands together in glee.
"Yay!" I squealed, running to catch up with Ciel and Sebastian.
I followed them through the halls of the mansion, waving goodbye to the other servants, and smiling like an idiot. If my memory was correct, I would get to meet Grell! Unlike some fans, I truly respected Grell. He stood for all the Sebby fangirls, showing his love in the ways fangirls couldn't. Of course, if Grell and Sebastian had actually gotten together in the manga/anime, I would've taken out my own chainsaw and ripped him up into tiny, bloody pieces. I hummed loudly at the thought of Grell bits, completely lost in my daydreaming. I was so caught up that I walked straight into Ciel, and we both ended up falling to the ground.
"Danielle." He groaned, standing up with an annoyed look on his face. "Please pay attention."
I popped back up with a bright smile on my face. I rubbed the back of my head and laughed, ducking my head in apology.
"Of course! Sorry Ciel."
I dusted myself off, and Sebastian dusted Ciel off, fixing Ciel's slightly ruffled hair and clothes.
"Young master, the carriage is ready."
Ciel swiftly nodded, and followed Sebastian out the door. I pranced my way behind them, excited for what was coming. I was practically bouncing up and down on the spot as I watched Sebastian help Ciel into the carriage. He turned and offered me a hand, but I ignored it and hopped into the carriage on my own. I took a seat across from Ciel, and Sebastian slid in neatly next to me, shutting the door behind him.
"Eh? You aren't sitting up front? Or like, driving the horses?" I asked, shocked.
"It is not necessary at the moment." Sebastian replied monotonously.
The carriage wasn't particularly wide, and I blushed slightly at how close Sebastian and I were. I pushed away any fangirling thoughts in my head for the sake of my cover, which I'd already blown so many times before. The carriage ride was silent and I kept my stare out the window, completely bored out of my mind.
"Danielle, where is your tie?"
I perked up at the sound of Ciel's voice cutting into my thoughts, and turned to face the boy.
"Hm, what was that?"
"I was wondering where your tie was?" He asked, raising an eyebrow.
I was confused until I looked down and realized I wasn't wearing my tie. I thought back to this morning and remembered randomly stuffing it into a pocket. I held up a finger to signal 'wait' and used my other hand to dig through my coat pockets. My hand met smooth, cold cloth against the rougher cloth of my coat and I pulled out a crumpled tie.
"Ta-da!" I held it out in mock pride, the tie reduced to a crumpled black heap.
"And why are you not wearing it?"
I lifted a gloved hand to my chin in the thinker's position. I could tell him out straight I can't tie a tie, or I could have some fun. Considering I was bored out of my mind, I decided to go with the second choice.
"Because ties are too mainstream. I'm a hipster." I popped open the first button of the blouse. "I leave mah shirt open!" I said proudly, winking to add to the effect.
Ciel narrowed his eyes, and I noticed one of those red vein throb symbols appear on his forehead. To my surprise he kept his mouth shut, but his glare held intense irritation. I felt the smile drop off my face, and let out a sigh.
"Okay, I just don't know how to tie it. In my defense, I thought tying ties was Sebastian's job." I whined, crossing my arms over my chest in defense.
Ciel rolled his eyes and sighed heavily. It seemed like those were his two favorite activities.
"A Phantomhive butler must always look his-" I scoffed and raised an eyebrow in disgust. "-or her best. Sebastian!"
"Yes, my lord." Sebastian's deep voice sliced through the air, and I jumped in surprise. Darn, my daydreaming had gotten me to forget we were so close.
Sebastian slightly shifted so that his upper half was facing me, and he be snatched the tie out of my hands. In a few seconds, he had it looking pristine and perfect. I was amazed and felt my jaw drop when I noticed it sparkling. I admired it for a while longer, but then began to slip it off with a determined face on.
"May I ask what you are doing?" Sebastian hissed, an eyebrow twitching with annoyance.
I rolled my eyes and let out a heavy sigh of my own. Ciel was rubbing off on me.
"Well, Sebastian, as a Phantomhive butler, I must know how to tie my own tie, so would it be too much for you to just teach me?" I held out my tie again, looking up at him.
"I suppose it would be for the best." Sebastian sighed, then took the tie from my hands.
He then proceeded to go through each and every step in detail, using words that weren't in my vocabulary. He was also kind enough to demonstrate each step, while looking to me for an indication to go forward. I would give a small smile and nod. At the end, Sebastian held a loosely tied tie in his hands.
"Do you understand?" He inquired, lifting an eyebrow.
I smiled brightly and shook my head. "Absolutely not!"
My smile widened when I saw Sebastian literally sweatdrop, and heard a small snort from Ciel. Sebastian let out a deep sigh, which seemed to say "I hate my life", and began to re-explain the whole process. I broke out into a fit of giggles and placed a hand on his shoulder to stop him.
"I was kidding Sebastian. I understood everything. Here give me it." I snatched the tie out of Sebastian's hands and quickly fixed the tie myself. I prided myself on being a fast learner. "Ta-Da!"
I looked at Ciel and found him snickering, and a glance at Sebastian explained why. Sebastian's eyebrow, which I usually caught in a perfect arch, was twitching madly and I could see a purplish demonic aura growing behind him.
"Hey Ciel! How ya doin?" I yelled, hopping over to sit beside Ciel.
"Wha- Danielle what are you doing?" Ciel groaned, inching away from me.
"Nothing, just wanted more space. Sebastian is fat." I said with a smile, completely ignoring Sebastian.
"Young master…" I heard Sebastian let out a long, slow sigh. "We are to arrive shortly."
I pressed my face up against the window next to me, catching a glimpse of crowded streets and multiple buildings fading away into the distance.
"Hm." Ciel's voice dripped with irritation, and I bet he wanted to go home quickly. "Danielle."
"Yes?" I turned to Ciel with a confused look on my face.
"Please try to keep your act together, and stay professional. You are a Phantomhive butler."
I replaced the confused look with a smirk similar to Sebastian's and bowed my head with a hand over my heart.
"Young master, I am merely a butler-in-training. And I shall serve the Phantomhive name to the best of my ability, are you perhaps implying my ability is not of professional standard?" I inquired, keeping my tone calm and quiet. All those times I role-played as Sebastian had an insanely large effect on me.
"Of course not." I looked up to see a smirk on Ciel's face, and Sebastian had a slightly astounded look on his face.
The carriage came to stop and Sebastian stepped out.
"Young master, it's been a while since you last went out, isn't it?" Sebastian asked, with a small smile on his face.
He held out a hand for Ciel and helped him step down, quickly dusting off Ciel's clothes. He then extended his hand to me, and being in 'professional' mode I took it and stepped down silently.
"I couldn't care less who sent that letter. I hate going to crowded places." Sebastian and Ciel walked towards a large house, and I shuffled along behind them.
"But maybe being away from the mansion is okay too, for a change. Isn't it much more peaceful without those four by your side?"
There was a loud crash, and Ciel grimaced. We walked a little further into the mansion, which I assumed was some sort of meeting place, and opened the door to find a large mess.
"Jeez, where did they put the tea leaves in this house?" A lady who was obviously Madam Red, groaned.
"I can't find them either." Lau called out, holding a large vase.
There were items like papers and pens scattered all over the floor, along a few plates and bottles. To me, my room had seen worse times so I didn't even bat an eyelash at the gigantic mess. Ciel, on the other hand, looked half-dead and Sebastian's smile was so fake, so forced, I actually pitied the guy.
"Madam Red?! Lau?! Why are you here?" Ciel exclaimed, obviously troubled.
"Ah, he came back so quickly." Madame red looked up from her destructive rampage.
I tuned out their conversation and let my mind wander, but making sure I still kept a stoic expression on my face.
"Oh? A new face?"
I snapped back to attention and turned my head towards the voice.
"Yes, she is a new servant of mine." Ciel stated.
"Oh how could you let a girl wear such clothing? Oh no no no, she should be wearing a dress-"
"Excuse me, but may I point out a small fact? I do enjoy the comfort of a butler's uniform, and I am a butler-in-training. But it seems I haven't gotten the pleasure of meeting you yet?" I stepped forward, conjuring the most charming smile I could and sticking it on my face.
"I'm sorry, you may call me Madam Red, and I am Ciel's aunt." She smiled warmly, nodding her head in acknowledgement.
"And I am Danielle, the newest addition to the Phantomhive staff. It is a pleasure to meet one of Young Master's relatives." I bowed formally so that I was bent in an 'L' shape, facing the floor.
"Ah, you are so well mannered and proper. Grell, even a girl makes a better butler than you!" She hissed, glaring at a man behind her.
"M-my apologies!" He hung his head in shame, and I couldn't help but smile wider when he did.
"Oops, I haven't introduced him yet have I? This is Grell Sutcliff, my butler."
I turned to him and bowed formally once again.
"It truly is a pleasure to meet you, Mr. Sutcliff."
With my hair hiding my face which was parallel with the floor, I replaced my wide smile with a devilish smirk.
Hey guys. I know, late. I'm late on this update. OH I SHOULD JUST KILL MYSELF! Just Kidding~ I pulled a Grell Sutcliff on you guys~ Now, school is coming quickly for me, and I will say that my updates will probably only get slower…and slower. And for that, I apologize.
Second, I realize there are many MANY differences between the manga and the anime. And I will say now, I followed the manga for the first season. I'm sorry if this disappoints some of you, but maybe I'll add in some of the anime bits. They do look interesting.
Oh about the Seikatsu character prompt last chapter, I thank you all for responding because it seems most of you are on the right track. If there are some of you who didn't respond, feel free to respond on this chapter.
Okay, since I'm already past my bedtime (Yes Bonka has a bedtime, which she repeatedly breaks anyway XP) I'll start on review replies? Yes? Yes.
Tokiluv: Can I just say now that I absolutely LOVE how you're usually the first to review? Cheers for you! Here's the update you were looking for!
Katella: I'm sure you've stopped laughing by now…*sigh* such a late update….ANYWAY Who knows? Sei is just a difficult guy. He has been reading 'adult' books ;) Yay~
Anime Hottie Lovah: Yay! Yes, awkwardness is such an uncomfortable experience.
NHL-chan: Oh yes, young boys tend not to have the purest of minds ;) It's because Danielle has the super pout, and is a girl. Can you imagine Sebby manly pouting? FUNNY MENTAL IMAGE! But I'm sure it wouldn't affect Ciel. You didn't? Thank you :D And here's that update~
Black Michaelis: Oh your review amuses me so much~ Is it bad I'm glad that my story had such an effect on you? I call it 'midnight fun'/'Bingo' it just seems awkward to say the real word outright. Oh I'm ALWAYS planning something. *evil laughter* Why thank you very much! Ever heard of Walang Hanggan? It's one of the dramas XD Fish is a nice name as well. That's my pet fish's name :D YES LONG CHAPTERS MAKE ME SO HAPPY! Oh, he sounds so cute! He enjoys cats more? So much like his namesake! Yes, well I've learned that too, but I can tell when she's kidding or not so phew! Same to you! Oh are they? Strange I'm planning on eating a banana later…
RazedragonOAO: Well, truthfully, who wouldn't at that age? Awkwardness makes life fun~
AngelOfTheNight7897: Wow, your review is so supportive and professional! Thank you so much! And because of the professionalism I laughed when I read "nearly busted a lung", it's like a fance LOL! :D I have? Oh I do hope I manage to keep it! Thank you so much~
Darkvampiregirl13: Hehehe "William"….CHICKENS MAKE WONDERFUL PETS! I had a pet chicken as a child, and it was lovely~ At least until a stray dog went ahead and killed it :'( I don't even remember the chicken's name anymore….Hm, you make me curious. YESH! CATS! MEOW!
Blade Draco: Well your wait is over! (For now) Teehee and I'm glad it did! Well, as long as you're okay. Hehe, you could've just left a guest review with Blade Draco as the name :)
Justiceintheworlofhp-yearight: *Hands you a box of tissues* Well, Ciel is the "Evil Nobleman" Oh I promise I won't! Oh gosh you give me such amazing gifts! I shall keep this safe and secure!
Loving-you-is-a-crime: Aw, but awkward situations are fun! (well, fun to write, not so fun to go through) Oh Sebastian is a demon full of mysteries~ TEEHEE! I totally came up with that last minute! I was about to send this document in but then I had a "BUT WAIT!" moment. And thus, the kitty villain laugh was born.
Invader Jillz: *Squeal* Yay! Hmph, this better be good pasta. I've had pasta twice today :D I always read all of my reviews, they're like my food. MUST HAVE REVIEWS :D Hasta la pasta Feli!
Isischan: I do? YEA! *fist pump* who doesn't enjoy awkward content? Yes I'm trying hard to fix the inconsistency of Sei ^_^" And PLEASE TRY HARDER TO UPLOADING ONTO FANFICTION! …*shame* I don't understand what I'm supposed to do with the watt pad thing…*nervous laugh* and here's that chapter! YAY!
RyokoRyuketsu: Kitties~ gotta love them! And welcome :D
AnimeRockzzz: Oh child, there's a reason I rated this thing T :) I'm pretty sure lots of people understood, and it's no shame to just outright enjoy it~ (Don't be offended by the 'child' bit, I call almost everyone child XD) Of course I'll try, and I'll PM you soon~
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KeakaSenka: *gasp* really? It did? Wow that's *blush* that's great! Trust me to read what you write! Well your wait is over~
InsertNameHere: *blush* I-I'm not cute! I am pure awesomeness! –Narcissist- And thanks to you, I'm so interested in the Spanish language! Oh yay for me who is taking Spanish class this year! Well he is a young boy ;) You can't give Sebby the option to play with cats, and not expect him to take that chance XD *ahem* He's like SEXY~ as in, if he were a real human and not a douche to DanDan she might have gotten somewhere with him. But no, no romance for this fanfiction yet~
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Pretty-little-liar-girl70: Oh, according to DVG13's latest chapter, you went off to camp correct? I hope you had fun! And I'm glad you enjoyed it~ Team Sebastian for the win~ Oh I'm jealous, I want a kitty! :)
Wow, you guys really make me so happy. So so happy~ And I'm so glad my reviewers are all supportive, and o everyone out there I'm glad you read my story and I hope you continue to read and enjoy~
Okay my excuse for being so late. If anyone here has watched HetaOni, or knows about it, it turned me into an emotional wreck for a while. It was so touching~ and one can't write humor while one is in heart pain~
I guess that's it! Until next chapter~