Chapter 14 : Connections

Disclaimer: I do not own Kuroshitsuji, however the dashing Leona Rosemary belongs to mehhh !
Leona: Ohh, you... c;

Leona's POV

The sound of the door closing shut signified that my work has officially ended for today. I sighed in exhaustion. Shopping,partying,drinking,being kidnapped,killing, and tucking a kid in bed. Wow, this has been a surprising New Year's Day. A unusual first day of the year right?

" So Sebastian what are-" I turned my head around to see Sebastian was no longer behind me, he wasn't in the hall at all for that matter. " Um... well a goodnight to you too, I guess ? "

I turned away and walked down the dimly lit hall. I desperately wanted to get out of my soiled dress. It reeked the eerie smell of death. I felt like a zombie's bride.

When I entered my room, I undressed, took off my corset, and hung my dress on the edge of my dresser. I changed into a fresh,pure white "shift" and knee-length, charcoal black stockings. The new change in now clean undergarments has lightened up my mood. I twirled away from my closest and accidentally bumped my hip into my dresser. I hunched over in pain and clutched my hip bone.

"Oww.." I muttered.

I rested my elbow on the ledge and tried to ignore my sudden accident. Meanwhile, I looked to my side and saw a small note. It had small child-like drawings on the border of the note.

" Dear Leona,

If you find this then you have returned home safely and for that I am relieved. Here is a gift in celebration for the New Year. I know I'm not allowed to have this, but I know you can !

Love,

Lizzy "

I looked passed the letter and saw a large, dark green bottle of deep red wine sitting on my dresser. It had a big bow attached to it. "Aww, how sweet. " I picked up the bottle and held it high into the air," I know I can't drink this all tonight. "

I decided it would be best to save it for another time, so I left my room and went in the direction of the kitchen. On the way there I saw that Sebastian's room door was slightly open,in the small opening light shinned through. Being as curious as I am ,I knocked on the door.

" Sebastian... ? " I opened the door more so that I could see if he was in there. " Sorry for disturbing you. "

Sebastian was sitting at his desk filling out papers. His desk was flooded in letters ,documents, and one small candle. He looked rather casual, he wasn't wearing his tail coat. He signed one more paper and let go of his feathered ink pen, he brought the paper closer to his eyes and adjusted his glasses. He stroked his hair, and tucked one of his side bangs behind his ear. He looked up from the papers and saw me.

Sebastian sighed and took off his glasses, " Is there a reason why you have approached me this late at night wearing just your undergarments?"

" Hm? " I looked down and saw that was in fact still wearing my undergarments. I was a bit flushed that I was an awful bit indecent, " Ohh, um... this ? I feel a bit better wearing just this. You know, after tonight ... "

Sebastian directed his attention back to his paperwork. He began organizing his papers and placing them in separate stacks. As I suspected, the attention I received from Sebastian was just a one time thing. I stepped in further inside and closed the door. My hand was getting tired from holding the large bottle. I sat the wine on his dresser. Oddly enough Sebastian had a few utensils and cups arranged neatly on a small table near his bed. I filled both of the glasses with wine. and walked over to Sebastian. I know I had planned to save it , but hey ? Anything to ease the tension between us.

" Do you want some? I made you a glass. "

" No thank you. " Without giving me a glance, Sebastian moved all of the piles of paper into one area. He leaned back in his chair and placed his palms on his face.

" Ohh... okay. " I sat on the edge of his table and sipped the wine while swaying my feet ." I'll just sit here. "

Sebastian's POV

Why is she here? Leona sat on the edge of my table facing away from me, her legs swaying gently in the air. I moved my hands from my face to see that she has still not yet left. She pressed the glass against her lips and sipped the sinful color of wine. She swirled the wine in her glass and looked back at me, she smiled.

Can't she see that I cannot withhold myself back anymore ?

It all started a few weeks ago, on that faithful night. The night where Leona's kindness put her in the most complicated and deadly situation of her life. All I remember was I had just finished discussing some business with my young master and I had just left his a few steps down the hallway I could feel my body begin to shut down on me. My legs had lost their strength and my entire body went numb. I sluggishly walked down the hallway as my lungs could only handle small intakes of oxygen. The blood in my body began to rise in temperature rapidly . I could tell this could be the affects of that power that fool blew into my face. If only I could snap his neck just one time, I'd think it would be the perfect repayment for the trouble his has caused me.

I heard footsteps heading my direction, then I felt something rest on my shoulder, preventing me from walking. I could tell by the feel of it that it was Leona's small and delicate hands. I heard soft noises, but I couldn't exactly understand what the sounds were. My senses all stopped working at once, I collapsed.

I awoke not to long after, however I kept my eyes closed. I felt something soothing and cooling resting on my head. It brought down my temperature slightly. I could feel different textures like cotton and silk under the palms of my hands. I knew from that exact moment that I was no longer in the hallway. An alluring smell filled my nose, it filled the room. It was unbearable, and slowly the smell got closer and closer.

" Don't worry Sebastian. I will stay by your side until you feel better . " I felt something caressed my face," I promise. "

Leona was now in front of me, I could tell by her soft voice. The words she said. I could tell were full of honesty, no hidden points or tricks. Something was different about her.

I sat up and opened my eyes , she was no longer in front of me. I hung my head low because I had got nauseated from sitting up too quickly. That powder really is taking it's toll on me. Leona's words floated around my mind, haunting me slowly. Does she really have what it takes to make such a promise. As much as I'd hate to admit it, I was eager to find out.

" Such a promise to make to someone like me... "

Leona's voice was cheerful as she said my name. I raised my head to look at her. Her face seemed more vibrant and full of beauty. Those eyes I saw earlier were now twinkling and her cheeks rosy . Her lips parted slightly from surprise.
The lips I have a sudden craving for.

She looked like an angel, but she and I know good and well she isn't. I wanted to know if she was as innocent as she seems. Is there a side to her that had not yet unfolded ? How can such a girl puzzle me? If I showed her a side that I hid from the shadows themselves would she respond as an angel? Or would she sin like a demon? I smiled mischievously, for if she knew what I was thinking about , her mind would shudder. She touched my forehead ,I could feel the hair stand on the back of my neck.

What is this sensation I am feeling ? It is quite unusual to me. I stared at her for a few brief moments. Suddenly, the distance between us seemed sensual and intimate. I brushed off those thoughts, it is not the most appropriate time to be thinking in such a way. Just look at her, she is young. So young compared to me. I have been on this Earth way longer than see has.

Her face was visibly in another world, I questioned her current actions. I began to say a question after question... I was luring her, I could tell that no matter how strong this human girl may be... her emotions towards me will get the best of her.

I wanted a kiss, and so I got it. I took control and got what I wanted, but yet...I wanted more, I just wasn't satisfied by one measly kiss.

I supposed she came to her senses and rejected our blissful kiss. Unfortunately, it was too late for her to reject me completely. The dangerous kiss from a demon has got her hypnotic to my voice and actions. I could tell she wanted to be close to me... I allowed her to leave the room, but she didn't.

Leona sealed her fate when she let me give her that mark. As I am bounded to my young master with the the contract. She is bound to me. As from that moment on, Leona belongs to me. So she will remain by my side for her life.

The next day I was feeling back to normal and I had came to my senses about what I had just done. I am not just any sort of demon who would put their hand on everything without cleaning it up. I have anesthetics. I don't just blame the powder for my unreasonable actions, I blame my self for having such lustful eyes for her.

On several occasions I have tried to talk to Leona and tell her , but I just couldn't bring myself to it. As a result from the power, whenever I get near her, my demonic instincts kick in. I have the strong urge to devour her soul. That night I wasn't just attracted to her beauty... no. The smell that was drawing me in... was her soul.

I shall not revert back to that lifestyle, where I fed on whatever I got my hands on. Besides, I have my young master, who's soul is just as desirable. In fact, maybe even just slightly more.

Now, Leona is here... once again in my presence. I have been holding back my urges for the past few weeks and all night. I've taken all I can handle but now...

Tonight is the night, where I will show her one of the many reasons,of why I am one hell of a butler.

AN: Oooo, so I showed both points of views.. ^.^ How do you guys feel knowing that I showed just a snippet of what goes on in Sebastian's mind? What do you think about everything that has happened so far in the story ? I really enjoyed writing this chapter.

Just a reminder I will be changing the rating to " M " in Chapter 15 or 16. I still haven't decided...

Leona: Do you guys have an idea on what this chapter's background music should be? Tell me by posting it in review. The choice is in your hands !