Grell looked between Mai and Sebastian's now appearing film. "But Seba-chans film!" Mai growled and leaped onto the roof without a response. The wind suddenly picked up in fierce intensity. If not for the three being supernatural beings, they would have been immediately blown away.
"I don't care. You ruined everything for me, and now you have to pay." She hissed in a low voice, her eyes glaring into Grell's, even though he seemed to be paying attention to Sebastian's film; despite the strong wind. A familiar "Ho, ho, ho," Filled the air, and Mai glanced at Sebastian's film. It seemed to all revolve Ciel and the others, and all the crazy things that happen around the manner.
"WHAT? WHAT IS THIS?" Grell screamed as he watched the film. This was the last thing he expected. Sebastian held his wound and let out a shaky laugh.
"This has been my life for the past year with the young master." Sebastian said, his expression weakly triumphed.
"But I'm not interested in these people! Show me something more interesting!" 'Oh I'll show you something more interesting..' Mai thought with hate. Sebastian suddenly appeared beside him and put a bloody finger to his lips.
"I'm sorry, but you'll have to pay to see the rest of the show." Mai smiled bitterly at Grell's expression.
"Speaking of payment, I believe you owe me some." Mai tightening her grip on her whip before she lashed out. The beautiful white whip struck the side of Grell's face, making it swell instantly. Grell suddenly turned to Mai, his eyes filled with an angry vengeance.
"MY FACE! MY BEAUTIFUL FACE!" Grell then lunged at Mai, his mouth set in a sneer. Mai laughed mockingly at his feeble attempt to attack her as she dashed beside Sebastian. Sebastian wiped the blood off his mouth and looked over his tattered clothes with obvious disappointment.
"Hey, are you okay?" Mai stage whispered, still holding her whip up defensively. Sebastian let out a short sigh before replying,
"My clothing will need to be replaced. Which is a shame, since the young master gave it to me." Mai narrowed her eyes at him, knowing fully well he was avoiding her question. But she didn't have time to question him further before Grell cut in.
"I don't think you should be worrying about your clothes at this time. And I would feel better if that evil maid would get away from you." Mai let out another mocking laugh, not being able to feel anything but anger and hatred.
"Me? Evil? Speak for yourself." She spat, lashing out her whip at the soul reaper. Grell flipped over her attack before she hit his chest.
"Hey! Watch where you throw that thing!" He yelled before moving to attack her again. Sebastian quickly took off his coat and seemed to be taunting Grell. Grell smiled at his action.
"Oh, does this mean your going to take this seriously?" He purred as he aimed his chainsaw at him. "Let's end this on the next blow. No holding back. Soon we'll be together in the next world." The two ran at each other, Sebastian still hanging onto his tattered coat. When he got close enough he jammed the coat into the soul reapers scythe.
"I was hoping I wouldn't have to refer to this move, but it seems I've run out of options. It's already ruined as you can see." Grell stared at his scythe in disbelief.
"EH?" He tried to tug the coat out, but it refused to come lose. "W-Why won't it come out?" His voice was now in a panic as he saw Sebastian slowly progressing towards him.
"You see, my coat conducts electricity due to the fabric it is made of. If something were to jam your soul reapers scythe, then it would render useless." Mai silently followed behind, curious of what Sebastian might do to Grell. When he was less than a foot from him, he smiled menacingly. "Now tell me something. Can that scythe of yours still be used?" Mai smiled at the hesitation and pure fear in Grell's eyes. "And if your just a defenseless person, than I'm certain of what I'm going to do next." Mai walked to Sebastian's side and looked down at Grell.
"Don't you mean we, Sebastian?" She asked in a playful tone. He's not the only one who's allowed to kick Grell's butt. Grell began backing away from the two.
"W-Wait! M-M-My face!" Mai placed her whip lightly over her shoulder.
"Don't worry. Your face is already messed up. Besides, I think you look better that way." She glanced at Sebastian before turning back. "We're just going to fix your features a little more." The two mercilessly ganged up on Grell, ignoring his cries and pleading. They made sure they also rearranged his face very nicely. Grell's glasses were broken, and blood ran down his nose and the corner of his mouth. Both of his cheeks were now swollen, and he was severely bruised all over.
"You...Just you wait...ugh..." Grell moaned through his pain. He was now on the ground, near Ciel, but far from Madam Red's body. Mai glanced behind her, and saw Ciel. He was still looking at Madam Red's body, and he didn't look well himself. Mai slowly turned away from Grell and Sebastian, and began making her way over to Ciel and Madam Red. She watched as Ciel took his coat off and placed it over Madam Red, hiding most of the gruesome scene. She knelt down next to Ciel, not saying anything. She thought about putting a comforting hand on him, but quickly ditched the idea. 'Oh yeah.. he doesn't like to be touched..' Mai thought with an odd feeling of disappointment.
"..I'm sorry..." Her voice sounded hoarse with sadness. Ciel avoided her gaze, keeping his eyes on his beloved aunt.
"It doesn't matter.." Ciel replied quietly. His eyes were filled with such a deep sadness, it broke Mai's heart. More than anything, she wanted to wrap her arms around him, and cry the tears he couldn't shed. But she had to remember who she was to him. And that she was just a maid. Nothing more, nothing less. At least she hoped. In the background, Mai could hear Grell's pleads as Sebastian further tortured him.
"S-Stop it! It...It...It.. H-Hurts!" Mai had to glance behind her to make sure Sebastian was keeping his torturing to a minimum. He was just stomping on his face. Sebastian then picked up Grell's scythe and effortlessly tore his jacket out. "As you have told me, this can cut through anything? Soul reapers being no exception?" Grell stared up at him in mute horror. "Well then, I should send you on your way." Sebastian revved the chainsaw and brought it up over his head.
"W-Wait! Pl-ease, I beg of you!" Sebastian smiled like he was having the time of his life.
"I don't want to." He replied before bringing the chainsaw down on him.
"NOO!" Grell's screaming was enough to make Ciel look up, though his scowl was still fixed into place. Suddenly a metal object blocked Grell's chainsaw, thoroughly halting Sebastian's attack. Mai's eyes flitted to the rooftops, following the long metal object. A silhouette of a figure stood on the roof under the full moon. The figure held an odd weapon, though from what Mai could see, it was able to stretch vast distances.
"Sorry to interrupt your little fight.." A serious-and frustrated- voice rang out in the silent ally. The figure leaped off the rooftops and landed in front of Grell and Sebastian. The figure wore a black suit and black gloves- although he didn't look like a crow like Sebastian. He wore glasses, and he held a thick leather bound book in his hand. "I am William T. Spears." The man introduced himself to the trio in front of him. Grell's face lit up immediately, he words full of relief.
"Will! William! You came here to save me.." William then promptly stepped on Grell, making him face-plant in the ground.
"Grell Sutcliff, you have broken many rules." William opened the leather bound book and began reading off the list of violations. "First you killed people who were not on the death list. Secondly, you did not have permission to use your death scythe without filling out proper forms." Mai and Ciel stared at William in disbelief. William then grabbed Grell's long, red hair. "Please come back to the courts to file your letter and report." He began dragging him away down the ally.
"W-Wait, I was almost killed!"
"Shut up." Will replied coldly while flipping Grell over, making him crack the concrete on impact. Will then left Grell and walked up to Sebastian. He then bowed and presented him with a business card. "This thing has caused a lot of trouble. Here is my name card." Will then glared up at Sebastian under his lashes. "To think I have to bow to a creature that brings nothing but pain and destruction." He said disgusted. "Even you must have a limit when it comes to tarnishing the soul reapers name." Sebastian smiled deviously.
"In that case, keep a close eye on him so he does not get in trouble with a harmful creature like me." He said, enjoying the moment more than necessary. Will then looked back at Ciel and Mai.
"Well you seem to be kept on a tight leash, so your fine. For now." Ciel stared back, not having anything to hide. Mai did the same, though she felt a little queasy under his gaze. William then brushed past Sebastian and walked over to Ciel and Mai. Mai felt her chest tighten and her heart being shoved in her throat. Mai was sure he was going to talk to Ciel, but, as she feared, he was walking more towards her. When he was close enough, he bowed once more. Mai stared with wide eyes, not understanding why he was bowing to her. "Though it was a shame to help the demon, it was an honor to serve you My Lady." He said, his voice filled with respect. Ciel stared at the two, and almost flinched. Now that he got a better look at Mai, he felt the evidence sink in. Mai has angel wings. Her eyes are white, and her hair is a light gold. She's truly an angel.
"M-My-My WHAT?" Mai exclaimed in a shaky voice. William looked up at her and smiled a small smile of kindness.
"Indeed. You are an angel, and that is the most highly honored status in the soul reapers court. Therefore, you must be given the highest honored title." William slowly stood up, thought he still spoke to Mai. "I have never met an angel before, but I must say what a true honor it was to meet you." Without another word, William turned around and briskly walked away. He grabbed the end of Grell's hair as he passed, dragging him into the darkness. Just before the two disappeared, Sebastian flicked his wrist and sent Grell's scythe flying towards William. Will easily caught it between his pointer and middle finger. He turned around and glared at Sebastian.
"You forgot that." Sebastian spoke innocently. William narrowed his eyes.
"Thank you. And now I think I shall take my leave." He said as he once again walked away into the darkness, dragging a pouting Grell behind. Sebastian then walked towards Ciel with a saddened expression.
"I'm sorry, I let the other one get away." Ciel replied in a monotone voice,
"I don't care..." Mai took in her surroundings, and tried to figure out what happened. She wasn't herself. She couldn't feel anything but anger and hatred. 'Who am I anymore...?' Mai blinked a couple times, now realizing how weary she was. While Mai was trying to unscramble the mess in her brain, Sebastian laid a bloody hand on Ciel's cheek.
"Your body is cold. Let's quickly make our way back to the mansion." Sebastian tried to speak in an off hand tone to lighten Ciel's mood, even if slightly. Sebastian peeked over at Mai, and saw her white eyes return to their golden color, and her hair darken. Her eyes then fluttered closed, and she fell to the ground, her wings disappearing seconds after. Sebastian sighed and turned back to Ciel. "What do you wish to do with her young master?" Ciel looked at Mai's sleeping figure, finding it oddly comforting. More so than Sebastian's words.
"I wish to pretend this never happened. I want you to make it look like it was all a dream. That's an order Sebastian." Sebastian figuratively put a bloody hand over his heart.
"Yes my lord." Ciel then stood up and immediately stumbled into Sebastian. Sebastian quickly caught Ciel before he quickly slapped his hand away. "My lord.." Sebastian stared at Ciel confused.
"I'm fine... I can stand up on my own." Ciel kept his eyes on the ground, avoiding Sebastian's curious gaze. "I..I just..feel.. a little tired." Sebastian nodded, and without another word, gently picked up Ciel, and scooped up Mai, and quickly headed for home.