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Flashback

Reality

Blonde heads swayed side to side as they cracked their necks. "Times are tough." The young female blonde said as she watched her blonde friend. "With Ciel not here Madame has been thrown off the deep end."

"I've never seen her like this." The blonde male cracked his fingers and plopped down into a red velvet plush chair. "Usually they would bring him back in less than a week; he's been gone for four weeks now." Blue eyes stared into green. "What's so special about him? I just don't get it Elizabeth."

Elizabeth turned away and stared at her reflection in a nearby mirror. She sighed and ran a brush through her golden curls. "I can't say, all I know is he was our best seller." Elizabeth turned to a flushed blonde. "Oh my Alois your face is all red, why so angry? Are you jealous?"

Alois huffed and stood up. "Ha me jealous? Madame will get him back sooner or later." Alois angled his head to get a good look at the wall clock. "It's show time."

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Sebastian tapped his pen on the table noting the blue eyed male watching his every move. "I can't concentrate with you watching me, Ciel." Sebastian had startled Ciel making the male move back from the table. Ciel has been more open into staying out of his room during the day instead of hiding from him. It was a nice change and Sebastian felt like they were finally getting somewhere. "Now only if I can get him to speak to me." Sebastian whispered to himself.

Ciel watched Sebastian look over the bills and scratch something down on his notepad before turning to the window, watching the sun beginning to set. Ciel could remember a time when his mother and father stood outside with him in his mother's arms as they watched the sun begin to disappear over the horizon. Ciel closed his eyes and allowed his mind to wonder further into the welcome memories.

"Ciel," Sebastian walked over the couch and tapped Ciel on the shoulder. "Earth to Ciel," Ciel jumped and turned to face Sebastian. "Sorry I didn't mean to scare you." Ciel shook his head and waved the apology off. "Well if you're hungry I don't have to work tonight so I was wondering if you wanted to grab something to eat at the café."

Ciel's face flushed as the word date came to mind. He shook off the thoughts and gave Sebastian a pleased smile, shaking his head. Sebastian smiled and walked into his bedroom closing the door quietly. Ciel was pleased with Sebastian's cautious actions trying to be as quiet as possibly at everything he did around him. Ciel sighed and walked to his bedroom rummaging through his closet and decided to wear a pair of gray sweats and a white t-shirt. Summer was fading and winter was quickly approaching as the temperatures changed drastically.

Ciel slipped on his sneakers and a jacket before meeting Sebastian by the front door. "Ready?" Sebastian jiggled his keys and slipped his own jacket on. Ciel smiled and nodded his head following Sebastian out the door.

They arrived to Sebastian's small café sooner than Ciel thought they would have. The bell jingling over head as Sebastian opened the door for Ciel and followed him inside. "Hey there Boss!" A scruffy blonde male came rushing up to Sebastian with a hearty smile on his face. "I thought you weren't coming in."

Sebastian draped his arm over Ciel's shoulder and smiled up at his employee. "I wasn't going to, but I wanted to show Ciel the place." Ciel moved under Sebastian touch and looked down at his feet, feeling a little embarrassed. "Where's Mey-rin?"

"She took the night off, said she wasn't feeling well." Bard tapped Sebastian's shoulder and leaned in to whisper into his ear. "Are you sure the kid is...Stable enough to be out in public?" Sebastian looked at Bard confused.

"What do you mean?" Bard shook his head and walked back to where he came in from. Sebastian shrugged and took a booth seat by the window. "What are you in the mood for Ciel?" Sebastian looked up from his window staring at a very flushed Ciel. An eyebrow arched when he caught what Ciel was staring at. "What's wrong Ciel?"

Ciel paid no attention to Sebastian's question. Ciel's eyes held fear in them as he stared at his last 'owner' just across from him. Ciel grabbed his hood and pulled the strings shut, gaining more curious questions from Sebastian.

Sebastian's face fell serious and he balled his fist. "Why won't you speak to me Ciel?" Ciel loosened his hood and stared into Sebastian's amber colored eyes. "If you tell me what's on your mind, it would be much easier to help you. I want to know what's wrong Ciel, can't you tell me?"

Ciel felt a tinge of pain tug at his heart as he stared into those hopeful eyes. Finally turning his gaze away from Sebastian's, he shook his head and tried to give him an apologetic smile. Only if Sebastian knew how badly Ciel wanted to speak to him. Tell him what has been on in his mind; tell him everything that has happened. To be held in those secure arms as Sebastian comforted him and allowed Ciel to ramble on and on about how he feels. Ciel didn't want to be mute around Sebastian; he wanted to hold a decent conversation with Sebastian knowing the male would give him the closure he needed. Oh how Ciel wanted to open up.

The night carried on in silence and when they arrived back to the apartment Sebastian stormed off into his bedroom leaving Ciel to sulk on his own. Ciel plopped onto the couch and closed his eyes listening to the water coming from Sebastian's bedroom. Ciel didn't like making Sebastian mad nor did he like not being able to give him exactly what he wanted.

Ciel allowed his eyes to close exhausted from the night and drifted to sleep, praying that the nightmares would not haunt his dreams tonight.

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The lights flashed a bright white as a young male danced, swaying his hips to the music being played. Older men whistled and howled throwing various things at the young male. He sat on the chair set out for him and flicked his leg out pointing his boot towards the ceiling and allowed his head to tip back.

The young male opened his eyes, a blue orb searching the crowds of men for the one that called all the shots. His eye fell onto the 'High roller' and he knew he wouldn't get any rest tonight. The song ended and the curtain draped down hiding the feisty male behind it.

The sound of clapping brought his head to the side and he stared at the women dressed in red, Madame Red also known as his aunt. "Good job out there, pet." She tapped his shoulder with her freshly manicured nails and walked around him. "You did see him right? The high roller is here today and I have big money on you." She leaned down and whispered dangerously in his ear, her tone filled with venom. "You do remember our deal, right Ciel?"

Ciel nodded and pretended to zip his lips up like a zipper earning a pleased smile from Madame. "Good boy. Now," Madame grabbed Ciel's shoulders roughly pulling him to his feet. "Go make your favorite aunt some money." She patted his butt and walked off in the opposite direction.

Ciel's eyes shot open and he flipped out of bed, groaning when he came in contact with the floor. The sun shined bright through the flimsy curtains and onto Ciel's still sleepy face. Ciel smiled to himself when he realized he was in his room instead of on the couch, which told him that Sebastian carried him in or he was an excellent sleep walker. Oh how Ciel would love nothing more than to crawl back in bed and go back to sleep, but fear overcame him and he decided he will take a shower to wake himself up.

Ciel grabbed a towel and clothes to change into and tiptoed across the hall and into the bathroom. Ciel stripped down and turned the water on, checking it's temperature before stepping inside allowing the warm water to engulf his cold body. Ciel heard heavy footsteps approaching the bathroom and his heart froze when the bathroom door creaked open. Ciel pressed his back up against the cold tile wall as he watched Sebastian step over to the sink washing his face. Ciel knew Sebastian had a bathroom in his room, so why would Sebastian be in here especially while Ciel was in the shower?

Ciel felt fear tug at him but he washed it away knowing Sebastian wouldn't do anything to him. Deciding to ignore Sebastian he grabbed the shampoo and scrubbed at his scalp. By the time Ciel was done washing his body he noticed that Sebastian hasn't even left the bathroom yet. Ciel was beginning to feel uncomfortable and shifted to the far end of the shower pulling on the curtain so he could peek out of it. When Ciel moved his wet hair from his eyes he saw Sebastian standing right in front of him. Ciel's reaction was quick and he slipped only to be caught by Sebastian before he injured himself.

"Jesus Ciel, you almost gave me a heart attack!" Ciel thought his face was going to catch fire despite the water turning cold behind him. Sebastian still hasn't released Ciel, instead he pulled Ciel to him and squeezed Ciel's naked body into his soaked one. "I'm sorry Ciel, about last night." Sebastian held Ciel tighter when Ciel tried to push away from him. "I just want to know, I want to know what is going on I want to know why you won't speak to me, I care about you Ciel." At the same time Sebastian preached the words Ciel has been dying to hear Ciel gave in and stopped struggling. Ciel's heart pounded, not just from Sebastian's words, but because he was being held by Sebastian while he was naked.

Ciel thought over the action he was about to do. Ciel could trust Sebastian, if Sebastian could care for Ciel. Ciel sighed and swallowed his throat feeling oddly dry before he finally spoke. "S-Sebastian, if you let me finish showering I'll tell you what you want to know."

Sebastian's heart nearly froze. Ciel's voice was soft and sweet despite everything he has been through. Sebastian expected Ciel's voice to be angry and confused, even though his tone was filled with uncertainty his voice was still sweet and Sebastian has never heard anything like it, hearing Ciel's voice was music to his ears. Sebastian stared at Ciel wide eyed before nodding and walking out of the bathroom. His heart was now pounding hard in his chest and he sat down on the couch impatiently waiting for Ciel to finish his shower.

When Ciel deemed himself ready he turned the water off and quickly changed into his clothes. Ciel grabbed the door knob and took three deep breaths before pushing the door open. "Finally," Ciel turned his head towards the couch to see Sebastian with a glass of amber colored liquid and his still soaked clothes on. "I thought you would never going to come out." Sebastian smiled and tilted his head. "What's wrong? Come sit." Sebastian patted the seat next to him.

Ciel moved awkwardly to the recliner next to the couch and sighed. "You could've of changed out of those clothes, your still wet and you might catch a cold." Ciel rubbed his chest trying to ease his rapid heart. Ciel smiled to himself, it felt so good to talk again and Ciel found himself enjoying the sound of his voice after not being able to hear for a long, long time.

Sebastian smiled and held up his index finger before racing to his bedroom. Within seconds Sebastian was back in the spot he was sitting in and smiling at Ciel. Ciel laughed quietly of how ridiculous Sebastian looked with that smile on his face. "What's so funny?" Sebastian asked.

Ciel shook his head and waved his hand. They sat in silence for a few minutes. Ciel was trying to calm down and Sebastian was trying to decide if he was dreaming or if this was reality. "Well?" Ciel asked feeling uncomfortable all of a sudden.

Sebastian frowned and scooted closer to the recliner. "How come you have never said a word to me while you have been here?"

"Because I had promised someone I would lock my voice away forever."

"Who did you promise that to?"

"Can't tell,"

Sebastian felt his eye brow twitch and he tried to scoot closer. "Why not?"

"Because I can't."

Sebastian was getting annoyed with the simple answers and he pressed harder into the questions. "Why did you choose to talk now after all this time?"

Ciel sighed and looked up at Sebastian. "You said you cared about me." Ciel could feel his face heat up but he ignored it and held Sebastian's gaze.

"Yes, I did. Of course I care Ciel, I have always cared." Sebastian watched Ciel move a little before relaxing into the recliner. "So who made you this promise?"

"I told you I can't tell you." Ciel whispered ashamed. Early he told Sebastian everything he wanted to know but now he was denying letting Sebastian in on the important parts.

Sebastian hummed and leaned into the couch. "I'm glad you're talking to me, you don't know how easy it's going to be now." Sebastian laughed slightly and Ciel joined in laughing quietly. Ciel didn't know what was funny but hearing Sebastian laugh was lighting the mood and Ciel was feeling much more relaxed than before.

The laughter subsided and the telephone rang. Sebastian leaned over and answered. "Hello? Oh hello Madame, how are you?" Sebastian laughed and smiled. Ciel's heart froze and he sank into the recliner looking towards the front door. "Ciel? Yes he's here why wouldn't he be? What his parents? You want me to what? Bring him back!" Sebastian's voice raised and Ciel stared at Sebastian's back not believing what he was saying. His parents weren't back, he watched his parents die right before his eyes. Madame was lying and Sebastian was going to believe her and bring him back to that hell hole. Ciel's breath came fast and ridged as he listened to Sebastian try to reason with Madame.

"I can't bring him back now! You wouldn't understand… Yes I know bu- No of course not. Madame please calm down and listen to me." Ciel reached out and tugged on Sebastian's gray jacket. When Sebastian turned to look at Ciel he could see the fear swirling around in the blue orbs and Sebastian got a strange feeling in the pit of his stomach. "Yes Madame I understand, I will have him packed by tomorrow morning." Ciel's hand shot up to his mouth and he felt like he was going to pass out. Sebastian hung up and grabbed Ciel before he fell.

"Ciel what's wrong?" Ciel didn't answer he laid stiff in Sebastian's arms heaving. Ciel was terrified and he felt like he was being crowed and he couldn't breathe. Ciel's vision became blurry then turned black and the last thing Ciel heard was Sebastian calling his name.

Madame smirked deviously as she hung up the phone. "My my Ciel," Madame reached into her top drawer and grabbed a framed picture. She frowned and threw the picture across the room listening to the glass shatter. Madame stood up and walked over to the shattered picture and stared at the three in the picture. "My beloved sister," She whispered before stepping on the picture, crushing the rest of the glass under her red heel. "I'm getting him back, better start making preparations."

Outside Madame Red's door Elizabeth and Alois stood laughing before trotting down the hallway. "He broke his promise." Elizabeth said in a sing-song voice. Alois laughed and opened the door for her.

"He's going to get it tomorrow." Alois walked in after Elizabeth and smirked deviously. "Welcome back to hell, Ciel."

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