Darkness. I was in pitch darkness. I cried out hoping for someone to show, to appear to help me. My voice was muffled to me, like I was in a black hole. I walked forward a bit, there was faint light that broke through the darkness. I kept walking until I was in a large, bright room. It looked like a library of some sort. I looked around and noticed that I was no longer alone. There were three men in front of me.
"Welcome Alice Phantomhive." The one in the middle spoke. He wore rectangular framed glasses, he wore a dark suit, tie, black gloves, and dress shoes. His eyes were a green chartreuse phosphorescent, his dark brown hair was neatly combed back. He looked a bit saddened to see me.
The man on the left, was a bit younger than the man in the middle. He has short blonde hair, the underside dyed black, as well a cowlick at the right side of his hair. He shared the same eyes as the man in the middle. He wore thick-framed, pentagon glasses and watch on his right wrist. He wore similar attire as the man in the middle. He smiled softly at me , with a hint of sadness gleaming in his eyes.
The man on the right was different looking than the other two. He had long dark-red hair, shark like teeth, and red framed glasses that were accessorized with a chain with skulls. He shared the same eyes as the other two. He attire consists of a vest, gloves, a red and white striped bow around his neck; and high-heeled ankle boots. He also wore a red coat. His expression he wore looked of sadness and pain.
"William? Ronald? Grelle? W-Where am I?" I asked.
"You are in the grim reaper library. You are here, because you had committed suicide… But we are having trouble determining if we can count it as suicide considering the circumstances. So we have decided that you will become part reaper. You will not be required to reap souls unless you desire to do so. You will have the strength, and you will still remain human in some aspects in health wise. Your eyes will change a tiny bit but you will still very much be human besides inhuman strength and some other reaper abilities. Are you following along Alice?" The dark haired reaper asked me.
I slightly nodded. "I think so… So I'll still remain as human but part reaper, am I correct?"
William stepped forward, placing his hand on my shoulder. "Yes. But consider this your warning. If you were to commit suicide in the future, you will become a reaper. No exceptions. Am I clear?"
I nod slowly, "Yes sir."
The other two came up to me, both embracing me in a hug. Pulling back, Grelle looked into my eyes, "Alice my darling Alice. You gotta wake up. Undertaker is waiting for you."
~ Undertakers POV ~
"Oh dear. Undertaker, I'm going to have to go talk to William about what happened." I heard the red reaper say to me. I had gotten back to my shop with the young girl in my arms. She was so pale, all life was drained out of her. I feared the worst for my beautiful Alice. I went into the back room, Grelle still following me. I laid Alice's lifeless body on the metal table. I turned around facing the red reaper.
"Grelle, explain to William what happened and that it wasn't a suicide. She had no other choice. Please bring her back to me." I sighed sadly.
The red head nodded and disappeared. I sat down by my sweet Alice. I waited for what felt like eternity. Maybe 30 minutes or more I wasn't sure. I kept looking over at Alice's face, gently stroking her cheek.
I heard a slight pop and the red head reappeared. He explained that my sweet Alice will be coming back but as part reaper. He explained everything to me. I nodded telling him my thanks for everything thing. He explained he needed to go tell the young lord and his butler. With that I was left with my Alice.
What seemed like forever I heard a slight gasp from the girl on the table. Making me stand up, looking down at the girl I noticed her eyes. They were still purple but the outer rim of her iris was that chartreuse phosphorescent green. I engulfed the young girl in my arms, not letting her go.
~ Alice's POV ~
I woke with a start. I couldn't remember what exactly happened or where I was. But a man with long silver hair, a scar on his face, and a top hap appeared in my vision. Before I could say anything the man engulfed me in his warm embrace. I was startled at first, but relaxed in his arms. I snuggled into his chest taking in the scent of cookies on him. I sighed.
"A-Adrian…" I pulled back. I brushed away his bangs to look into his eyes.
"Dearie I know. Grelle told me. I'm just glad you are still here. I love you." He engulfed me in another hug, which made me gasp in pain. He pulled back looking at me with concern.
"I-I think I might've broken a few bones when I fell…"
With that he helped me sit upright, he did a few examinations, looking into my eyes, "You did break a few ribs, you fractured your left shoulder, and sprained your right ankle. Other than that you are absolutely fine. How is your asthma?"
I looked at him with a questioning look, "How? How did you know about that?"
He chuckled, "Dearie, I have known many generations of the Phantomhive family. Your grandmother Claudia had it. Even though your mother Ratchel wasn't descended from the Phantomhive family, she also had asthma. So dearie believe me I know."
I smiled at him, "My asthma is okay for the most part right now. It's still… eh."
I stood, careful not to put all my weight on my right ankle. Adrian put his arm around me to support me. I winced in pain as I took a step forward, which resulted Adrian to pick me up bridal style. I giggled at this but didn't fight him off. I wrapped my arms around his neck, as he carried me to his bedroom.
We entered the room, he carried me over to the bed, setting me down carefully. He noticed my clothes were still damp, so he knelt in front of me. "Here let me get you a change of clothes." He stood and walked over to his closet, pulling out one of his robes, along with a shirt and a pair of pants. He walked back over setting the clothes down next to me, "I will step out so you can get changed." I nodded in appreciation as he stepped out and closed the door behind him.
I carefully removed my wet clothes. Shivering as the cold air hit my bare skin. I put the shirt on, buttoning it. I slid the pants up to my hips, they were a little big but not by much, I did have to roll up the pant legs a bit so I didn't trip over them. I then went to pull his robe over my head. It was way too big on me, which made me giggle. I looked like a black blob with no feet or arms. It engulfed me. I giggled, "Adrian, you can come back in."
He opened the door and almost fell to the ground laughing at the sight of me in his robes. "Hihihi- oh dearie you look like a blob."
I laughed at this, "My thoughts exactly!"
We both laughed for a bit until we calmed down. He walked over to the bed and sat down with me. He was staring at me, and I felt my cheeks heat up.
"You know it's rude to stare right?" I teased, poking him in the cheek.
"I-I'm sorry. I didn't mean to stare. You're just so beautiful Alice. I'm glad they let you live, though it'll be a bit different with you being part reaper." I could see a tint of pink on his cheeks.
I smiled at him, "You are too sweet and so handsome too."
He went to stand. He leaned over to kiss my forehead. "We should head to bed my dear."
Before he could leave, I grabbed onto the front of his robes, keeping him close. I looked up into his eyes, "P-Please don't leave…"
He gave me a soft smile, and sat back down. I scooted over so he could lay next me. I laid down waiting for him to lay next to me. He moved so he was hovering above me, he kissed my forehead again. He pulled back slightly, but I reached up cupping his cheek with my right hand and pulled him down so our lips touched. It was a soft kiss but also passionate. We pulled away as we needed air. "I love you my little reaper."
He laid next to me, pulling me into his side. I rested my head on his chest. His arms around me tightly. I felt safe. I felt secure. He would never let me get hurt.
I nuzzled my head into his neck, mumbling, "I love you, Adrian."
With that I fell asleep.
~ Undertakers POV ~
"I love you, Adrian."
Was the last thing I heard from the young girl, before she fell asleep. I kept my arms around her. I would never let her go. I must protect her. She reminds me so much of my Claudia… Alice dearie I promise I will love you till the end of time. I pulled her close. I kissed her forehead and played with her dark brown hair. It wasn't long till I found myself dozing off with her.
A/N:
Hey guys please review! I hope y'all enjoyed! I know there's going to be people asking about Sebastian but this story is a love triangle. There will be plenty of moments with Alice with both Sebastian and Undertaker. But please do review and thank you all for those who have stayed with this story.
