Hey Fanfiction, here updating from college. I assume many of you are excited for this chapter; if not then I am. Remember I do not own anything of Black Butler not even the characters just my Ocs.

Ch.13 A Mask Unveiled

Flashback time skip four months

The carriage remained motionless in front of a large mansion; Philip, Ramona and little Avis the last of the Roseberry family somberly proceeded into their new home. Philip was now the head of the company and the rest of his small remaining family; his fists clenched, nails digging sharply into his dry palms. The man had lost his sister and his brother thanks to the Jaspers; he knew that their deaths were not his fault but Philip still felt guilt if only he could have prevented it.

He allowed his head to lower in shame, a voice continuing to taunt and blame him for their deaths. The voice was soon silenced when he felt a small precious hand slide into his own big one;" Daddy are you alright?"Avis asked her violet eyes sparkling with innocence that literally broke Philip's heart. He bent down scooping the six year old in his arms and kissed her head gently," Yes sweetie Daddy's going to be just fine. "She smiled, then pulled on his sleeve to gain his attention;" Why we'd move from home?"

Ramona walked over to her husband and child," Because Daddy has taken over Uncle Andrew's job since he's away and your Daddy has moved us to the summer house to keep us safe my dear."Avis gave a questioning look to her mother, then shrugged and smiled brightly before running into the house. Philip took Ramona's hand in his own, she leaned forward her lips caressing his own.

"Are you feeling better love?" He nodded, kissing her cheek;" Yes a little I just can't believe I'm head of the company now; to be honest I don't think I deserve it. "Ramona placed a hand on his shoulder," Dear no one is better deserving; she buried her face into his neck then pulled away." I just remembered me and Avis are going into town there is a farmer's market and I don't want to miss it. We will be back around noon at the latest."

She began moving into the direction of her daughter but was pulled back by her husband;" There is no way you two are going alone, I shall accompany you it will be a family outing; just us three." Ramona jumped into Philip's arms," Avis would love that, we shall go at once!" Philip smiled escorting his wife into the house to tell their little princess the good news.

That Night

"That was fun! Let's go again!" Avis cried a balloon in her hand. "Now how did you get that sweetie?" Ramona said pointing the balloon," Daddy bought it from the man with the funny mustache! Ramona gazed at her husband arms crossed in disappointment;" What the merchant was very persuasive my dear." She stared at the two large bags hanging from her husband's hands; rolling her eyes Ramona grabbed one." A little too persuasive if you ask me."

Philip chuckled, causing Ramona to blush while Avis played with her balloon. She bounced the balloon, running a short distance with it. Suddenly the little girl halted when in the distance was a dark figure holding a weapon in his hand. The figure was covered in black and unfortunely Avis could not make out his face in the dark of the night. She called to Ramona and Philip unsure of what to make of the situation. "Mama, Daddy who's that." Her parents looked in the direction she was pointing their eyes widened as the figure began running towards their daughter in attempt to strike.

Philip lifted the six year old behind him, before the man stabbed him in the stomach. "This was for my family." He whispered as Philip's body tumbled to the ground, limp. "Daddy!" Avis had tears in her eyes, as the stranger slowly made his way to her but was hit with a rock. The pain soared through him and he bent down whimpering in agony; Ramona kneeled in front of her daughter eyes traded on the man while she pulled a cloak over her daughter.

"Avis listen I want you to run; get as far away from this place as possible and don't look back." The six year old frowned her eyes were a bloodshot red from tears," No I don't want to leave you and daddy!" Ramona grabbed Avis bringing her into an embrace," Sweet heart there is not much left for us now but you can continue on." She leaned over placing a kiss to her daughter's head," Promise to grow strong for me and Daddy." Tears poured down both faces," I promise. Ramona kissed her again and ushered her off.

She watched as Avis disappeared into the night; with a deep breath Ramona turned her attention to the man who had killed her husband. Her eyes filled with rage, if it was the end for her then it was the end for him as well. They charged one another, both fates sealed in that final moment.

Avis ran as far as her legs could carry her, then breathless she stopped the rain beginning to fall. She stood there alone not knowing what to do; her mother had informed her not to come back for them. But, the child's longing for her parents became unbearable and in full speed she rounded back to where they were. Avis reached the alley, her eyes not believing what she saw; both of her parents dead and hovering over their bodies was a dark figure with glowing yellow-green eyes.

A large weapon in his hand as the man shoved it into her parents' chest. Once he was done, the man froze his eyes meeting Avis. The wind blowing his silver strands around his own cloaked body; his pale skin illuminating in the night. Avis shivered as the stranger tried moving towards her; and in panic she ran not noticing that the stranger had held his hand out in longing.

End Flashback

Avis bolted from her bed from the bad dream no it was a memory; one she hoped would go away. She held her head, everything was clear now; what happened to her family was a tragic in itself. The murderer, his lengthy silver hair, moonlit pale skin and dark black cloak reminded her so much of Undertaker;" No no it couldn't be yet I do admit I have never seen his eyes." It was true, Undertaker kept his bangs over his face; he hid his eyes from the world.

But, Avis had noticed there was one thing the mortician couldn't hide and that was the scar on his face. That night at Ceil's party, when they strolled in the garden; Avis had noticed and without thinking gently stroked the injury. That act caused Undertaker to shiver and pull her closer to him; Avis was rather disappointed that he didn't care for injury but her thoughts were silenced when his lips began grazing her cheek in tender kisses.

Avis blushed at the memory, but remained deep in thought. Undertaker matched the appearance of the killer and he kept his eyes hidden maybe because he didn't want Avis to found out. The girl shook her head, it was all so confusing;" I have to confront him on the matter." She whispered as a knock was heard at her door; Avis opened it meeting Paris behind her was Grell." Hey sis, a letter came from Undertaker." She said winking, while Grell made kissy faces." Very funny guys and how did you get this letter?"

Paris turned to her boyfriend," Undy gave it to me when I stopped by there this morning; also he cant visit today, bodies have been piling on him. Poor darling if I were you I would go and give him some lovin!" Avis and Paris blushed," Thanks for the advice Grell but I'll handle this." He waved his hand at her in a dismissive matter," Suit yourself darling. Come my Juliet let's go spread the news our engagement to the world!"

She smiled taking Grell's hand in her own then running wildly through the carnival; Avis watched the two in bewilderment as Keller walked over a freaked out look on his face." Are those two really getting married?" She nodded without gazing in his direction," When do you think father will find out?" Keller opened his mouth to answer when an ear piercing cry of agony was heard coming from Han's trailer.

This triggered questioning stares from the rest of the carnival members;" I guess he found out." Keller sighed," I'll see you later Avis I need to get tissues, chocolates, and Paris's baby photos. Hopefully this will be done by lunch; it was worst when they began dating." Avis laughed and stepped inside her trailer, getting a knife to cut the envelope containing the message.

My Avis,

I apologize for not being there in person I assume Grell has informed you, I am sadly swamped with decorating and delivering bodies. Between you and me I was behind in my work thinking about you mdear. Every time I would begin to pretty my guest your beautiful face came into mind. I tried to expel it, but I can't contain the joy of having you as mine. Love, I need to see you again I know you have a show tomorrow but just for a moment meet me at the park.

-Undertaker

Avis's heart flutter his words were even smooth in the note; yet a hint of doubt dwelled within her. She needed to find out the truth from his lips; dread was replaced by courage when nightfall approached. She sneaked out of the camp completely unseen, the stars were out tonight guiding her to where Undertaker was underneath a tree lounging in utter bliss waiting for his love.

She took a deep breath and pushed forward as Undertaker stood engulfing her in his arms and kissing her head." Heh heh you got the letter I'm glad." He said a grin upon his pale face," Come and sit." Avis nodded, taking a seat a few inches from him; Undertaker chuckled then with surprising strength he lifted the brunette into his lap." That's not where I wanted you mdear. I missed you I would rather my girlfriend close to me" He purred making her shiver.

Undertaker was urging their newly acquainted love for a reason, he knew Sebastian was fond of Avis and would attempt to win her over by any means necessary. The mortician's blood boiled at the thought of that creature taking what was rightfully his; the entire concept and agreement had been bothering him all day. He only had one solution to the problem and that was what reapers preferred to as "marring." It was when a male reaper would bite the female marking her so that no other could have her.

This decision was a hard one to make but he had to try or else she would become the butler's. Undertaker tightened his hold on Avis, then he leaned over trailing soft kisses down her chin and neck as he gently rubbed circles on her stomach. Avis's heart began racing as she held back a gasp; this was a side of Undertaker she had never known or really seen. He continued his routine laying her on the grass; slowing edging to her neck. Once Undertaker found a good spot, his teeth slowly sharpened to a point, lips brushing over her neck;" Undertaker?"Avis said breathless; he grinned, teeth ready to strike." Yes mdear?" Avis locked eyes with his, her face red from blushing; we need to talk." He frowned, removing himself from the beautiful girl;" What is it?" She stood, this was now or never.

"When you said that you knew me from long ago; exactly how?" Undertaker turned refusing to answer. Avis expected this and continued," Ever since I met you I have been having dreams or flashbacks of my past." She gazed at his stiff form," Undertaker were you the figure that had a hand in my parent's downfall. He remained silent, then he stood unveiling his eyes to gaze into her violet ones; "Yes, I played a part in their death my love. Avis I am not human; I am a creature known as a grim reaper."

Avis stared speechlessly at the man she loved; tears ran down her now red cheeks, emotions welled inside of her broken heart. Undertaker saw her sadness and edged forward only to have his love back away from him; he frowned hurt by Avis's actions." Stay away just stay away!" She held her arms, nails tightening the flesh;" Avis love-"he began to explain.

"No! I don't want to hear it! I trusted you and-." Without another word the girl ran in the opposite direction not looking back at her former love. Avis kept running, her heart and soul cried out in pure rage and pain. She gazed ahead of her seeing a sight that startled every fiber of her being; there standing right in front of her was Sebastian Michalis." Ms. Roseberry I see you have discovered the truth about the man you love, yet I wouldn't call him a man at this point."

Avis observed the butler a small smirk on his face;" You knew and didn't consider telling me?" Sebastian walked closer to the distressed girl," I was inclined not to do so for the sake of an agreement between me and the reaper. As you have probably discovered, we both have fallen smitten to your charms my lady; but since we are supernatural creatures courting you requires a great deal of patience since your human. You have a choice to choose, but a supernatural female must mate the first male who desires her." Avis rubbed her eyes," That's unfair." Sebastian nodded," Indeed it is; I personally came to try and win you over clearly you are frightened by your current suitor."

Avis frowned, anger building;" That may be true but there is no way I'm ending up with either of you! I still can't believe I fell for two men who happen to not be human! How dumb am I!" Sebastian chuckled sinisterly," You are not dumb my dear and by the way." He immediately grabbed her, uncovering his hand to show her his mark;" Demons are not as refusing as reapers my lady."

Avis eyes widened, she struggled in his grip;" Let me go!" He smiled at her attempt to escape him." I'm sorry my lady; but you rejected the reaper that means your mine." She struggled again, this time escaping when some seer force slammed the butler against the tree. Avis landed safely on the forest floor; Undertaker standing a few feet in front of her," Heh I believe I didn't make myself clear demon butler this is my mate." The reaper stretched out his arm, a scythe appearing in the palm of his hand." And no one will take her from me."

The butler removed himself from the tree, knives and forks in his gloved palms." Do your worst reaper." Undertaker grinned he was going to enjoy this; they charged each attacking with everything they had. Undertaker swung his staoba at Sebastian who gracefully leaped into the air raining down silverware on the aged reaper. Avis on the other hand was in disbelief at what she was seeing, a part of her wanted to duck for cover; the other wanted to scream in horror.

"Watch out!" Suddenly Avis was tackled, she stared in fear at where she sat a few moments ago was covered with knives and forks." Thank you-Paris! What, how are you- what!" Paris smirked," Long story short Grell is a reaper just like Undertaker." Before Avis could react, Grell strolled forward a chainsaw hunched on his shoulders; his eyes lit up at seeing the battle." Oh, Undy darling save some action for me!" He turned to Paris his eyes softening," Juliet watch as your deadly efficient fiancée handles the situation and keep Avis safe."

Paris nodded as the red reaper charged into the fight," Hello Bassy!" Grell struck his chainsaw at the butler who narrowly escaped him. Sebastian hopped from tree to tree Undertaker on his tail; the reaper swung slicing the butler's coat. The butler flipped backwards, tossing the knives that quickly hit their mark on Undertaker's arms and face; adding more scars to his already battered body. Grell fumed his speed increasing toward the demon butler with a swing he cut Sebastian pants leg drawing forth his blood.

The butler retaliated by sending quick punches and kicks to the red reaper who became overwhelmed and collapsed to the ground bruises marring his cheeks and black footprints in his red hair." Grell!" Paris went to him kissing his face gently; Avis remained where she was her thoughts racing as a panic attack began. It increased when Undertaker with brute strength and uncontained fury sliced Sebastian's right arm and chest; the sight of his blood was overwhelming.

Avis covered her mouth, she couldn't handle this much violence and brutality. She gazed at Undertaker blood on his face and arms; unlike Sebastian who was laying on the ground caked in it. Fear overtook her entire body, Avis's world going black; the last thing she remembered was Paris calling her name in panic.

Intense huh? Now Undertaker only had minors wounds, Sebastian's was severe but he can heal easily same with Grell. No author notes this time, please review!