Olivia's POV

I stared down at my gloved hands. I did not want to be here. Ciel sat across from me as the carriage rolled across the quiet countryside. Soon we would be at the Viscount's manor. I didn't know anything about him but Tanaka had poofed into his real self long enough to warn me to be careful. I had asked him why and he reverted back to his laughing, tea sipping self.

"You look lovely in that dress. I tried to guess which one you would pick and it seems I was correct. " Ciel said conjuring up a smile that was obviously fake.

"Yes, well… It's very pretty. I haven't worn something like this in years." I said softly. For some reason I felt very timid around Ciel.

"I'm sure you'll attract the eye of many men there. You might even find a husband there." He said smugly. He knew because of my new status as maid I couldn't, and he was flaunting that in front of me. Oddly enough I didn't care anymore.

"One would hope." Was all I said. The carriage slowed to a stop and Sebastian opened the door for Ciel who in turn opened the door for me. I nodded in thanks and he led me into the ball.

The mansion was stunning. There were lovely polished marble floors and intricate painting gracing the cream walls. The main room was filled with lords and ladies of all kinds waltzing to slow cello music. Everyone was very elaborately dressed. When we walked in a few people turned to look at us, but quickly returned to what they were doing.

"May I have this dance?" Ciel asked, bowing slightly and extending his right hand.

"As you wish my lord." I whispered. No, I wanted to say. No you cannot! He grabbed my left hand with his right and rested his left hand on my waist. We danced around the ballroom and it seemed he was looking for something. Meanwhile I was trying not to make eye contact with Ciel or any of the men watching us. I was feeling very uncomfortable. Are the suspicious because I'm not Lizzy? I thought to myself. Am I causing a scandal? We stopped dancing and he led me over to the banquet table.

"Stay here until the Viscount introduces himself. Talk politely and do whatever he asks. Put on a good little show. That is an order." Ciel demanded menacingly. I agreed and he left. This was going to be a long night. I took a small piece of the cake and put it on my plate. It looked delicious! Maybe the ball wouldn't be so bad after all? I was about to bring the light, fluffy confection to my lips when a very dramatic sounding voice interrupted me.

"Oh, how lovely you are! Simply ravishing! A bright shining gem in a sea of coal! It makes my heart pump uncontrollably, only for you my love. This gem must be cherished! And cherish it I shall. I am the Viscount of Druitt, my love, and I must know this rare jewels name!" Wow. Someone really needed to switch to decaf. I'm supposed to be nice to him? This was more difficult than I had thought. Putting my stage face on I proceeded with the "show".

"Why, thank you for the compliments. Coming from a man such as your-self it means so much! My name is Olivia. I'm Elizabeth Middleford's cousin. She told Ciel to take me to the ball so here I am!" I said daintily, sighing slightly and blushing.

"I have a much better thought in mind for you young gem. It will be much more entertaining than dancing with the earl. Here, come with me." He wrapped his arm around me and led me upstairs. I blushed and batted my eyelashes. I had a really bad feeling about where this man was taking me and what would happen next. However, I was ordered to do this, no matter how revolting it seems.

"This way, my extravagant jewel!" this man was clearly mad. My stomach started to feel vey uneasy as he opened a door and ushered me inside. That's funny. I thought. Something smells… odd. My thoughts got very hazy and I could see clearly. The next thing I new I was collapsed on the floor.

"Goodnight, my sparkling jewel."

Ciel POV

"Are you certain this was a good idea, young lord? You're putting Olivia in a great deal of danger."

"Don't question me Sebastian! Don't forget I give the orders around here. See, they're going into the room now. Now we just need to follow him to his new… auction room. Just because of those stupid girls going missing, we have to deal with something as trivial as this!" I said, annoyed. However, if the Queen commands it, I must do so. It's my duty as her guard dog. Even if that means putting those I care about in danger. "Lets go, Sebastian."

"As you wish, my lord."

Olivia POV

I awoke with my head throbbing. I couldn't see anything. For a moment I thought the chemical had caused me to lose my vision but then I realized it was only a blindfold. I started to hear voices. It sounded like the Viscount.

"Four hundred pounds is what we'll start the bidding at for this rare gem. Truly a prize! Keep her as your slave or pet. Or shop her up and sell her parts! It's your decision!" I did not like the sound of that. It was then that I started to panic. My breathing got very shallow and I broke out in a cold sweat. Please Ciel. I internally begged. Save me! It was then I heard a lot of crashing noises around the room, like the thudding of bodies. I also heard screams. Great. They're all getting murdered and I can't even see the attacker! And I can't move because of the bloody rope tying me down!

It was then that I stated to cry. I had never felt true terror like this since the night my parents died. I was powerless and weak. Now, the end was near and I had accomplished nothing. I hadn't left a lasting impression on this earth yet. I was too young to die! Someone took off my blindfold and untied me. I couldn't see them. It was dark in the room and I was too busy shaking and crying. I felt like I was going to throw up!

"Olivia, it's alright. We are here now." The voice belonged to Ciel, but the man carrying me was definitely not Ciel. I opened my eyes. Sebastian. So I was safe now. I couldn't stop trembling though. My thoughts swirled with what might have happened, had Ciel decided I just wasn't worth saving.

"Thank you for saving me." I managed to gasp out between sobs. We had reached the manor and the other servants were out front waiting for us. Finny noticed I was being carried and ran toward us. He saw me lying in Sebastian's arms, pale and quivering.

"What did you do to her?" He whispered. "What did you do to her!" He repeated, screaming this time.

"She's fine. Had a bit of a scare but it was necessary." Ciel stated calmly as if we had been eating a picnic. Finny looked enraged. I had never seen him this angry before. Tears were streaming down his face and you could tell he was seconds away from a melt down.

"Give her to me." He yelled, motioning for Sebastian to make the exchange. He looked toward Ciel and he nodded. Hesitantly, Sebastian lowered me into Finny's arms. His eyes were wide with panic.

"Are you alright? Speak to me! What happened!" His face was blotchy and his eyes were puffy.

"I'm alright." I said weakly. "I'll explain later. I just want to sleep." The other servants hurried toward us and led Finny and I inside. Finny rested me down on my bed, but his hand never left mine.

"Oi, what happened?" Bard asked, genuine concern lining his features. Mey-rin looked like she was on the verge of tears.

"We're crowding her. Can we be alone for a little bit?" Finny asked the others, trying to compose himself. The others left and he lost it again.

"I'm so stupid. I shouldn't have let you go! I knew something like this would happen! I hate myself." Finny was screaming again. His voice was going hoarse.

"Ssssshhhh." I rested my hand on his cheek and he held it there. "Calm down. I'm really fine." I said trying to calm him down. He cuddled up next to me and held me close.

"I thought I might lose you. I never want to see you that way again." He said quietly, stroking my head. "I'll make sure to protect you from now on. I promise."

"Finny, why don't you get Robin Hood. You can read it to me until I fall asleep." He went over to the bookshelf and got the book. He sat, snuggled up next to me, and began to read the book. I fell asleep, with my head on his shoulder, feeling safer than ever.

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