Note:

Merry Christmas, KumihoSei!

Thank you so much for letting me continue your story! *bows down*

It's a really interesting story and I'm actually scared to continue it *cries internally*
I would like to apologize for whatever mistake I made in this chapter. The words you're using are hard for me because it's not my first language (and my vocab is on that low level) and I usually make comedy everywhere, but I tried my best to make it like your previous chapters!

(In case you're planning to post this, feel free to change the things!)

(Also idk what if I should put your usual "A.K. Kumiho Sei" on the very bottom so I didn't write anything)

Hope you like it 3

-AnkouRavien, Secret Santa 2018

Chapter name:

Diversion: Nb, Ch

It's good to see you again. Forgive my tardiness, there had been an interruption in the time, corrupting the memories that I had to recover for quite some time.

As such, for today an acquaintance of mine had decided to lend a hand in crafting this memory for an event between creators like us. He shall be your guide for today~

Please, have a seat. Another memory is going to be revealed.

There is nothing dangerous in this journey, for now…

Let us proceed to a memory lost in time~

Chapter 5:

It became a routine for Noblesse to always start her morning with a cup of tea and a book. She believed nothing was more important than a relaxing start of the day along with gaining knowledge. But that morning, the book was placed on top of the table untouched, which was quite unusual if one would notice... She was staring at the cup of tea she sipped, noticing something different about the beverage.

It was sweeter than the usual.

Noblesse did not dislike the tea at all. It's just that her mind can't stop thinking about it, not because of the fact that a mistake in such a simple task was made by her servant, but more of what could have possibly bothered Ciel for him to make a mistake in it. He rarely had slip ups unless something was wr-

"Good morning!" came the familiar voice she had now grown accustomed to.

Chiliarch greeted Noblesse every morning on the same spot. And Noblesse would greet Chiliarch back with her formal attitude, but this time she lost her manner. She didn't even reply to the greeting, not even realizing Chiliarch was there. Much too absorbed in her worry, the voice of the terror lady only came to her consciousness as a blurred sound in her ears.

The reaction, or rather, lack thereof, lit a spark of curiosity and wonder for Chiliarch. Intent on finding a reason why, she walks towards her counterpart and pokes the distracted Noblesse's cheek with a prodding finger, startles the other from her thoughts. Noblesse turns to face the smiling Chiliarch beside her.

"My apologies. I didn't pay attention," Noblesse frowns slightly, bowing her head a bit in acknowledgement.

"What are you thinking about?" Chiliarch sits beside Noblesse, peering at her face in an attempt to get an answer without prying too much into the matter.

Noblesse shakes her head before drinking her tea, a futile attempt to buy time despite knowing she would have to answer the terror lady anyway. "I was thinking about changing my tea with another drink."

"Don't lie to me, Blesse."

Noblesse wasn't really surprised that Chiliarch found her lying. In fact, she wondered why she even bothered to try in the first place. She already expected it, mainly because Chiliarch was her counterpart. She might be completely different from Noblesse, but she knew her the most at the same time, knew her mind like Chiliarch's own.

Because they were still Lu. Different but still Lu.

"Lili…" Noblesse puts down her cup on the table, at last, sighing in defeat. She knew she can't hide anything, and so she tells Chiliarch about everything she was thinking about. The tea that was sweeter than usual. It's connection to Ciel's possible worry and distraction Anything that can answer the question of why and what could be possibly bothering him.

Chiliarch didn't say anything and listened to what Noblesse had to say first, which the latter appreciated. Noted that Noblesse was more concerned about Royal Guard rather than the complaint about the sweet tea, which is just an excuse for her to not outright state her worry, Chiliarch realized in the middle of the conversation. She was expecting Noblesse to yell about it if she'll be honest, mostly because Chiliarch herself would jokingly complain at Dreadlord if he did it already.

"Is he hiding something from me?" Noblesse asks with a sigh. They were together for a long time, to the point that Royal Guard knew almost everything about Noblesse, but on the other hand, she wasn't sure she knew everything about him. Which did not sit well for the noblesse. Because Ciel was more than just a mere servant. He was family. And in the years she lived it was rare for her to come by people whom she can call family.

The demon world was cruel, after all.

"Even if he does, it will be fine!" Chiliarch smiles at Noblesse, believing that smile will remove the worry and soothe her.

Noblesse raised her one eyebrow as a sign of confusion to Chiliarch. She appreciated the gesture, really. But she knew things never go the way they planned. Her other self made it sound inessential and small, something not to worry about. But she didn't make, or rather, didn't even dare to make an assumption. She needed an explanation, but all she got was Chiliarch's smile.

Chiliarch giggled at the expression Noblesse's face was making. She didn't want to anger her, so she stared at her eyes. and began to speak.

"Everyone has secret, it's completely normal. Royal Guard might not ready to tell you, but he might be more comfortable to talk about it with Dreadlord," Chiliarch explains, a small, teasing smile cresting her lips. As if she knows something the noblesse did not. Even though she isn't sure everything will be fine like she reassures. "It's like you and me, Blesse!"

"I see," Noblesse closes her eyes and smiles. She realizes what Chiliarch means with her last statement; she wouldn't be able to talk about it to Royal Guard directly. She feels better when she tells it to someone else like her counterpart next to her. Because that person will surely understand, or if not, at least know what to do to soothe them.

Because it was the same person. Another version of her. So it made sense that her counterpart would know and understand. Even if it's just a bit.

"You need some time off to be away from your thoughts, like having fun!" Chiliarch shouts and stands up from her seat. A quick hand picks up the book on the table and flips through several pages. "See, you haven't touched your book. That's a one step ahead!"

Noblesse sighed and sipped her now cold tea. She was starting to get used with Chiliarch's carefree personality. If only Chiliarch knew that the book was untouched because of the thoughts that plagued her earlier, then maybe Noblesse wouldn't have to feel like she's one step ahead to have some fun, which was a waste of time. She didn't even bother to explain it and decided to let Chiliarch ramble off about having some time for fun and relaxation

"What do you say, Blesse? You need some time to be yourself," Chiliarch puts the book back to the desk and stared at her, a wide grin stretching across her features and eyes twinkling in childish innocence.

"We'll see," Noblesse replies with that mysterious yet alluring smile of hers.. She was not annoyed with the advice, but she's sure she's being herself at this very moment.

To be continued…

It seems that we have to end it here for now. Another interruption might happened if we continue any further.

Once again I thank AnkouRaivien for delivering this particular memory to you all. The only part I played in this memory is polishing it's final touches.

Before you take you leave, do you mind spending some time to tell me about this memory?

I would to express my gratitude to you for joining me. I look forward to our next meeting.

I wish you all a happy new year my dears, may you have a good one this time once again~

KumihoSei 01.01.2019.