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Straightening out the boy's outfits, I smile at them. "You both look so adorable." I pinch their cheeks playfully.

Ciel tries to push my hand away with slight annoyance and Fenian blushes lightly at my compliment, "Sis!" Ciel whines, trying to latch my fingers off.

I giggle at his behavior, "I bet you're going to get lots of women's attention tonight." I gush, wanting to take a picture of them.

I let go of their cheeks and Ciel frowns, "I already have a fiancé." Ciel claims proudly, though I could tell he was embarrassed to say so.

I gag at the thought of him being married to his cousin, Elizabeth, "People shouldn't marry their family." I comment. "Not to mention, you're too young for these pressures. I even told your father so!" I exclaim and huff angerly.

"If father says so, then I have no choice in the matter." Ciel states in a depressive manner.

My eyes widen in shock, this child already has bad thoughts, "Well, if I have anything to say about it. You should enjoy your young life as long as possible." I advise while getting up from my kneeling position on the floor, back cracking in the process.

I turn my attention to Fenian, wondering why he was so silent. "Fenian? You good?" I ask in concern.

His big blue eyes flicker up to mine, "Just a little nervous." Fenian mumbles lowly.

I smile in assurance, "Don't worry, Fenian. It'll be like the parties your parent's host. Just somewhere else." He nods silently, still looking very anxious. Seeing his reaction, I decided to keep on reassuring him, "If it makes you feel better, you have me, your brother, even your father there. Right next to you."

He seems to process my statement and he nods again, flashing the both of us a shy smile. I nod back and hold out my hands, "Alright, kiddos. Ready?" I ask.

They both take my hands and we walk out of Fenian's bedroom together. We meet Vincent by the front doors and pile into the carriage waiting for us. It was evening out, the sun slowly setting outside creating an ombre of colors. Fenian sat by my side and Ciel was sitting next to his father. It was silent for the first ten minutes until I got bored out of my mind.

"Why haven't smartphones been invented yet?" I groan, slinking back in my seat lazily.

Fenian peers up at me curiously, "What's that, sis?"

I purse my lips in response, missing my iPhone and its many games, "Something that makes this ride more entertaining."

"Oh," Fenian responds, slightly understanding. "Can I have one?" he asks afterward.

I stare at him for a moment in amusement and I begin to laugh, "You're too young, plus it doesn't exist."

Smiling somberly, I turn my attention to the people in front of me, Vincent seemed amused and Ciel appeared to be stuck in his own world. "Say, Vincent, what's this party for anyways?" I ask in wonder, looking down at my simple maroon dress. He made me wear something decent for the party.

Vincent merely smirks in response, "Mainly business."

"And it's okay to bring your sons because?" I drawl, sending him a judgmental look.

He chuckles while shifting his gaze out to the window, "It's nothing like that, Rina. Plus, it's good for the boys to meet others."

I shake my head and roll my eyes, "Whatever you say, boss."

I cross my arms over my chest and get comfy again with a small yawn. I feel someone shake me abruptly and I find it was Fenian, "What?" I ask, wondering what he needs or wants.

He squirms slightly in his seat, "C-Can I lay in your lap, Rina?" Fenian asks shyly, avoiding my eyes slightly in embarrassment.

I coo at his adorableness and drag him over to me, settling him into my lap, "Of course, cutie!" I squeal lightly with an adoring smile. He rests his head underneath my neck with a small smile and curls in my lap. "You guys are getting bigger, no fair." I pout slightly.

He giggles in response and I hear Vincent's own chuckle, "I agree." Vincent comments amusingly, flickering his gaze over to Ciel.

Ciel smiles in response while listening to our conversation, "I'll be as tall you father!" he exclaims proudly.

I frown at his reaction, "I'll cry the day you guys pass my height." I claim sadly, already thinking about them all grown up.

I fake sniffle dramatically, but Fenian thought it real and he rests his little hand on my cheek, "Yeah, but once we're older, we can protect to you, sis!" Fenian cheers, his own smile spreading across his lips happily.

I blush at his confession and catch sight of Ciel nodding in agreement, I cough embarrassingly, "Thanks, you two. Although, it's my job to protect you first." I inform them with a smile.

Everyone smiles back at me and I could not help the feeling of being complete. There's only one thing I require in this new life of mine, a romantic type of love. That may have to come later though, I think humorously. My thoughts seem to drift to the black being in my dreams. A bit confused by the rapid change in thoughts, I shake my head slightly to forget them. Don't have time to worry about that right now.

It took about an hour to reach London and our destination altogether. All of us climb out of the carriage as the driver, Tanaka, opens the door for us. Tanaka was also the head butler to the Phantomhive family. He is a kind older man and I often talk to him when there's not much to do at the mansion. I smile in thanks as I climb out last and he helps me down because of my dress. The boys and Vincent were already making their way up to the mansion that the party was being held in.

I huff a bit irritated and pick up my skirt slightly, jogging a bit to catch up to them. I approach them the minute they got to the front doors of the place.

I walk briskly up to Vincent's side while trying to calm my breathing, being in a corset is quite annoying. "Y-You-" I begin breathlessly and glare at Vincent heatedly, "You could have w-waited."

He smirks in response while he continued walking with the boys by his side, "I knew you'd catch up in time."

I feel a tick mark make its appearance and was about to yell at him till I realized it would not be proper to in this setting. People were dressed to the nine's and were talking amply with each other, holding wine glasses. I grumble out my response, my words under my breath which were a string of curses directed at him. Pouting, I look around and it was a pretty nice place we were in. Quite fancy and all, made me feel a bit downsized. This dress was nothing compared to the women around who were with their husbands or so I assumed.

A question pops into my head and I turn to look at Vincent as I follow him and so does the boys. "Why didn't Rach-, I mean, milady come, my lord?" I bite my tongue almost trying to correct my speech.

Vincent shrugs in response and we walk over to a window, a bit away from the crowd. "She said she did not want to." Vincent explains nonchalantly while his gaze flickers across some of the people in the room.

I do not reply, not feeling that there was much to say after that. I sigh and take a good look at the people around also. Most of them were men I realize, and some were not bad looking I take note. They were eye candy for the moment the highlight of this night. Not to mention, there was free food that appeared delightful across the room. I could not wait to eat that chocolate cake I see, it looked glorious.

Ciel and Fenian were chatting happily with one another. I could tell Ciel was trying to take Fenians mind off the number of people. I smile to myself at the sight of the brotherly love and turn my attention to the window behind us. I walk closer to it and gaze at the nightlife outside. I could see people still wandering about in their boring lives. My eyes catch sight of the starry sky and I sort of lose myself in the constellations.

I remember watching a lunar eclipse with my telescope and mother. We stayed up so late to watch it take place. My mother loved the stars, she said they reminded her father, my grandpa. I barely remember him, he died when I was young. I wonder what she is doing now...

Vincent realized I was absent near his side and came up to me, also standing and peering through the window. "Is something wrong, Rina?" he asks curiously, switching his gaze to me briefly.

I shake my head, not realizing there was a sad smile on my face. "Not at all. Just looking at the stars I suppose."

"Ah, they are beautiful indeed."

Before I could comment back, I hear the boy's laughter as one of them dives to hide behind the skirt of my dress. Fenian was squished between the window and the skirt with a bright smile on his face. I blink rapidly, a bit stunned at his sudden presence.

"I'm going to get you!" I hear Ciel exclaim behind me.

I smirk and pick Fenian up, making him squeal in surprise. "Ah, ah. Try and get him now, Ciel!" I laugh and turn around with Fenian swinging in my grasp.

Ciel pouts angerly in response, "That's not fair!" he claims and tries to tag Fenian. I keep him out of Ciel's clutches with an evil smirk.

"It's not if the person isn't playing the game originally." I stick my tongue out playfully.

Vincent laughs next to us and I set down Fenian afterward with a smile. These kids were a handful, really. Fenian coughs lightly and I frown worriedly, "Fenian, you okay?"

He nods with a small smile, "Mhm!"

Frowning still, I pat his head, "Tell me if you start feeling bad, okay?"

"I will."

Satisfied with his answer, Vincent leaves us for a moment to go talk to someone. Ciel stood next to me, looking a bit bored and Fenian hides behind me. I sweat drop; this place was making me feel a tiny bit awkward. Some women were tossing snobby glances my way when they walk by. I had to restrain myself from lashing out with a retort. Vincent eventually comes back saying the man was a waste of his time that he just spoke to.

"That's rude." I remark playfully.

He smirks in response, "It's not rude if they can't hear it."

A bit stumped, I could not find a retort for that. "Touche." I end up agreeing with him in defeat.

Before I knew it, two men begin to come our way. It was an older guy and a fat man. The fat man begins to stare at all of us a bit too excessively for my liking. Though, I could be over analyzing him. The older man speaks first out of the two, "Allow me to introduce, Baron Kelvin."

"P-Pleased to meet you." Kevlin stutters with his greeting, his hand at the ready.

His stare at Vincent kind of gave me goosebumps and I narrow my eyes at this guy. Vincent steps forward with his own hand, shaking Kelvin's. "Pleased to meet you." he greets back friendly.

I could tell Vincent did not want to be talking to this guy by his posture. I wanted to laugh at his uncomfort, but withheld it with great effort. I felt Fenian tug on my skirt behind me and I pat his head to comfort him. Vincent repeats my action with Ciel, who looked more than happy to be by his father's side. "Go on, you introduce yourself first." Vincent instructs.

"Right!" Ciel exclaims. He switches his gaze to Kelvin with a small smile, "Pleased to meet you, Lord Kelvin. I'm Ciel."

My eyes narrow further in contest, hoping I did not just see a blush on Kelvin's face. I shudder and want to get Ciel far away from the guy. I'm getting bad vibes from him, the pedophile kind. So many creeps in the eighteenth century, I swear. I watch as Kelvin's eyes switch to look down beside me. I realize Fenian was poking out slightly to watch the interactions transpire.

Fenian instantly hides again once he realizes his location has been compromised. Vincent notices Fenian's behavior and smiles apologetically at Kelvin, "I'm sorry, he's shy with strangers." Fenian peeks behind my skirt again timidly, looking at Kelvin. "His health is a bit fragile, you see, so I don't bring him many places." Vincent continues.

Suddenly, Ciel exclaims excitedly, "Oh, it's uncle Chlaus!"

I watch as Ciel takes off running to him and I smile at seeing the man. I did not mind the guy much, but Ciel liked the man a lot. "Oh, Ciel! Guten tag! Good to see you again." Chlaus greets happily and spreads his arms out. Ciel jumps into them with a laugh.

I grin at the adorable scene and Vincent speaks up to me, also perking up at Chlaus's presence. "Chlaus! You're back?" Vincent asks while walking towards the man.

I follow behind and Fenian grabs my hand, not wanting to be left behind. I send a warning glare at Kelvin, not liking the man whatsoever. He seemed to catch on and he shriveled slightly under it. Smiling happily at the effect of it, I drag Fenian with me to Ciel, Vincent, and Chlaus. By the time we made it over to them, Chlaus picks up Ciel and puts him on his shoulder.

"Chlaus! It's been a while." I greet him with a smile.

He smiles back, "It has, hasn't it, Rina?"

He spots Fenian behind my back and he puts Ciel back down. "How are you, Fenian?" he asks kindly.

Fenian walks out slightly from behind me and walks up to Chlaus, not as shy now. "I'm okay." he responds, shuffling his spot nervously.

Fenian was super shy, I never met a kid like so. Not even in school did I. Although, it was an adorable behavior; he needs to learn how to open to others. Hopefully, Vincent will let him attend more events like these. The two men begin to chat, and I become bored again. There was really nothing for me to do. I should I have brought a book I think sadly.

Oh, wait, I forgot about the food! Grinning, I speak up, "I'm going to grab some dessert." I comment, I assume Vincent heard me. I make my way to the food stand, wanting to eat the chocolate cake I saw earlier.

"Wait! Sis!" I hear two voices shout at the same time.

I stop momentarily and the boys came to a halt at me, "What?" I ask them curiously.

"We want food too!" Ciel exclaims excitedly, eyeing the food behind me.

I smirk and grab their hands, practically dragging them to the table. Once we got to it, I grab the cake greedily along with a fork. Both of them also grab the same thing. "Don't make a mess, please." I comment, not really wanting to clean any cake up.

They nod obediently and begin to eat it silently. I take a bite and shrug at the taste. It was not the best cake I ever had, but it'll do. I look down at the two and they were eyeing the hordes of people. It was beginning to feel a bit claustrophobic in here. "Oh yeah, guys, stay away from the fat guy we just met." I mention, flickering my eyes around the room for the man.

"Why?" Ciel asks curiously, mouth filled with cake.

I sweat drop at his manners, but then again, he probably gets it from me. "He's creepy, that's why." I explain.

Fenian had chocolate smeared around the corner of his mouth. "I didn't like him much either." Fenian tosses his own cents in.

I nod at his comment and finish the rest of my cake. The boy's finish shortly after and I set the plates back on the table, so the man behind it could put them in a tub. I grab a napkin and begin to dab the corners of their mouths, trying to get the chocolate off. "Really guy's, I said not to make a mess." I scold lightly.

They smile innocently and I glare at them slightly. "Whoops." they both say.

I shake my head at them in amusement, it did not take long to get all the chocolate off. All of us head back to where Vincent was talking aimlessly with Chlaus. Fenian decided to hide behind his father's legs this time and Ciel stood next to my side. The rest of the night went on boringly. Many people came up to us, wanting to talk to Vincent; some women did also surprisingly.

My legs were beginning to go numb from standing in place for too long. It felt like that one time in middle school when I got on the honor roll. I had to wait forever because of all the students in line. Maybe they are some perks to not going to school. Nowadays, I end up going to the library in the mansion and study on my own free will. Whenever I want is quite nice and I know many students would kill for the privilege.

I would sit down on the floor to rest my aching feet, but that would be deemed as improper. I let out an exaggerated sigh and Fenian looks up at me curiously. I smile reassuringly and I receive one back as he hugs Vincent's legs. I would go talk to the other women in the room, but I am only a servant and they know it by my dress. I watch as Vincent stops talking to another person and they walk away, looking pleased to have discussed whatever it was.

"Vin-My Lordddd." I drawl out and slowly make my way over to him.

Vincent turns in my direction with a raised eyebrow, "What is it?"

I peer at him with fake teary eyes, "I'm so boredddd."

He sweat drops with a fake cheery smile, "I never said it would be fun. Please bear through it."

I let out an exaggerated sigh again, "There must be something."

"Stop acting like a child." he comments harshly, with a roll of his eyes.

I pout at his scolding and huff angerly, stomping my foot once in protest. "I'm not."

"Right." he replies sarcastically, eyeing my reaction.

"If only I wasn't a servant, I bet some guy would be chatting me up by now." I reply a bit miffed while eyeing the crowd.

He laughs at my comment, "I'd feel bad for the gentleman."

I gasp at his jaunt and feel a little offended, "What's that supposed to mean?!" I screech a bit loudly.

He winces at my pitch, "I rest my case."

I feel my face turn red in embarrassment and anger. Shaking, I fume on the spot, "Why you little-" I begin to say, ready to cuss him a storm of curses.

"Now now, no need to use such vulgar language." Vincent reprehends with a concealed smirk in amusement. "You are a lady after all."

Through clenched teeth, I shake my fists slightly at him. "I. Hate. You." I grind out slowly, wanting him to feel the death threat with a glare.

He smiles innocently in response, not saying anything further. Fenian peers up at me again, although a bit sadly. "What's wrong?" I ask, forgetting my anger temporarily.

"You don't like father?" he asks, looking like a put-out candle.

I frown at his question, but quickly smile reassuringly. "No, I do. He's just a pain to me sometimes."

His mouth forms an o-shape and he nods, seeming like he understood. The night goes by in a flash and we were there for about four hours. It was getting really late, so we had to leave to get the boy's back home. Once we were in the carriage, I let out a relieved noise. My legs felt like jelly and sitting down couldn't have made me any happier. The boy's climb into the carriage after me and sit by my sides. Vincent climbs in last, sitting where he sat on the way here.

The brothers both snuggled up against my sides tiredly. I smile at their cuteness and pat their heads softly. I let out a yawn, also feeling exhausted. Before I knew it, the boys were out like a light and I could not help but follow them into sleep.