Ciel sighed heavily, gazing down from the bridge at his reflection in the water. It had been many years since he stood in this spot with Sebastian. Ciel recalled the day clearly, the way Sebastian had knelt before him, taking his hand.

"There are many beautiful sights to see, Ciel." Sebastian said pulling him close. "Venice is still growing and I would consider it a great honor if you would agree to return with me and we can watch it together." Ciel leaned into his mate. "It can be our own little Paris."

"Still as beautiful as ever." The familiar voice pulled the younger demon from his memory. Sebastian's reflection joined Ciel's causing the former earl to turn to him. "Sebastian smiled faintly. " Venice is coming along nicely as well.* he added.

Ciel scoffed.

"Bloody charmer. What are you doing here, don't you have meetings or something regal you should be doing?"

"There's only one thing at the moment that I should be doing."He knelt down beside Ciel.

" what's that?"

"Being here with you of course. I'm happy to see that you finally returned. But I see that something is troubling you. Please, tell me how I can help."

"How did you know I was even here?"

"Evian saw it. He said you were very unhappy and could use some cheering up. Naturally, I came here immediately."

"There's really nothing to be done, it's something I have to get over,that's all." Ciel replied. "It's just a bit...difficult at the moment."

" I see." Sebastian said,hoping Ciel would continue.

"So much as changed so fast, I feel like things are falling apart around me. I don't know-"

"You don't know where to turn, you can't see where your road will lead you."

"Something like that. I just can't-" Sebastian placed a gentle hand under Ciel's chin, their eyes met at last.

"I know it hurts,and you feel a bit afraid perhaps, but you cannot give up,Ciel. It's easy to give into this feel, I myself felt lost for many years and I was born into this life. When your courage starts to fade, and your dreams come down around you, when you feel that you need to turn around instead of going forward, Darling, I will be right here. The beautiful thing about life is that you can wake up to a brighter day."

"I just...nothing is right anymore."

"Ciel, you're not alone. When the stars above you refuse to shine, and you're left with a darkness you cannot find a way to over come, call on me." Ciel threw his arms around Sebastian who held him close.

"Remember." The former butler whispered in Ciel's ear. "I shall always be here to carry you. No matter the distance between us, I will always come for you."

"Thank you. I can't expect you to drop everything."

"You are now as always, my everything. Only say the word and I will do anything for you." Ciel tightened his grip,resting his head on Sebastian's chest.

"Sebastian?"

"Yes,my love?"

"I-I think I'd like to come home for a while." The older demon reached into his jacket pocket, pulling out a small black velvet box. He held it out to Ciel.

"What's this?"

"Just a little something to think about, we have all the time in the world to answer." Sebastian lifted Ciel into his arms. The younger demon opened the box and peered inside. The familiar light blue gem, surrounded by diamonds met his gaze. He smiled, closing it and holding it protectively.

"It was created for you and it belongs with you, much the same way as you and I belong with each other. Do give it some thought." Ciel said nothing, he was already weighing his options.