Author's note: Okay, done with the explanation, who Selina's uncle really is. So she has to be careful from now on(^_^) I will write more romance from now and on, because I love that sort of stuff*giggles*
Thanks for the reviews, I will write more as long as I get at least a couple. Love you guys! Cake to all!
Okay, so like I said, the anime ending gave me the idea of letting Ciel into the story. But the point is that Sebastian seemed really down… Looks like he wasn't happy with his bocchan's rebirth into a demon… So here he has another chance with Selina. Hopefully with her he'll be a bit happier…
Disclaimer: Don't own Kuroshitsuji!
Chapter 9
-It's been a week, and I still can't find anything on the Trancy's except for the fact that one of the "Queen's Spiders" ate young boys. And I don't even know what that means…
Selina flopped down on the couch that stood in her hotel room, and closed her tired eyes red from all the reading. Sebastian bent down and whispered into her ear, what exactly happened between the "Spider" and the boys, including Jim Macken, who later became Alois Trancy. Selina blushed in realization and pushed her butler's face slightly away.
-Well… I should have guessed…But, that is soo wrong.
-Now I noticed that there are even more males, who like it that way, Milady.
-You are right on that one… However! I couldn't find anything else!
-My Lady, I'm afraid I will have to leave you for a while…
-What, Ciel is calling? No, don't answer that! I don't want to know!
-Jealous?
-No! – Selina was blushing bright red now…
-And you don't call him Grandfather Ciel anymore?
-He is a shorty with a huge ego! He will have to prove he is suitable to be my idol again!
Sebastian laughed at his mistress's childness and leaned in to kiss her hand. Raising his eyes to look directly at her calm face he whispered:
-Thank you, Milady.
-For what?
-Helping me to lift my spirit… I haven't even smiled in a while until I met you. Young Master and haven't really been able to understand each other that much anymore.
Selina stood up from the couch and reached for Sebastian's face, running her hand gently across his cheek. Standing on the tips of her feet she brushed her lips against his. Soul or not, he cared about her and she was willing to give herself up to him. As long as he was with her, she felt loved, and that's all that she needed. Breaking the kiss she paused and then gave him a slight push towards the door, smiling as truthfully as she could. When he was gone she said:
-No Sebastian, thank you… - Pulling out her phone, she dialed a number. – Katrin? I need a dress… No I can't come to the store now… But you know my size and style, right? Awesome. I'll wait for you. Yes, I'll pay. Thanks…
Meanwhile, Sebastian was strolling up to Ciel, who was waiting for him beside the ruins of Selina's café. The young boy-demon stood there waiting for him, his arms folded.
-You're late!
-I'm terribly sorry, young master.
Ciel rolled his eyes and glared at the butler:
-And I still don't see what is so special about this girl.
-Many things. She is alive, caring and…
-Sebastian, don't get mushy on me! I had enough of that when you were around cats.
-Don't remind me… I lost my beautiful kitten in this accident.
-Okay, look. If you let her carry out her revenge, you will take her soul and you will lose her anyway. It will be the end of your relationship.
-No, it won't. In a way, we will always be together, but you do have a point.
-You mean you really do care for that kid? I always thought you only did what the contract said... And anyway, demons don't feel practically anything.
-It depends on the demon and some other things, - Sebastian could only think of one thing. Even though Ciel lived the life of a demon for a very long time, he still didn't learn to feel any emotions to his contractors. It was such a shame really. -Even you and me. We are very different.
-Fine… Whatever. But you never were like this when you had a contract.
-Lady Selina is not like you. When she gives me orders, she, for some reason, always does a part of the work. Even though I force her to leave everything to me, but she insists on helping me. That is what is interesting about her…
Ciel mumbled something under his breath, that sounded a lot like "you even call her by the name" and turned away. Sebastian was enjoying this. His smirk was growing wider and wider. He was looking down at his master until he heard a quiet purring. He blushed, picking up his lost beauty. Yes, his beloved kitten was alive, and as soon as she was safe in Sebastian's arms, Ciel started sneezing.
-Idiot! You know that I'm allergic!
-And that is another difference, - the butler smugly laughed and started to walk away. Taking a couple of steps he turned back to face the boy.- If I was on your place, I would be very proud of a granddaughter like her.
-Who fell in love with a butler? I don't think so!
Sebastian shrugged and kept walking, anxious to return to his dear Lady. He hoped that at least this time nothing happened to her. But then he heard Ciel's voice. He was already far away but his voice was still able to reach his ears:
-You do know that it might happen? And what if it does? Are you ready for it?
-It won't. It didn't happen in so many years, why do you think that it will now?
-Just asking…
While Selina was lying on her couch, with her head hanging from the edge of the couch and her feet resting on the back. Looking at the room in her upside point of view, she was thinking about what she read Ciel's letter. There he admitted that he was a demon and that any HIS descendant could be one… He even wrote some of the signs… Sharp eye sight, a high sense of smell and hearing… The girl was trying her best to remember if anything like this ever happened to her, but couldn't. And that was very strange, because she could ever remember herself, after the age of three… It was like she had big black spots of nothingness in her head…
She suddenly sat up. Didn't Sebastian say that he watched her family? But then couldn't he have modified her memories? She gulped, hoping she was wrong… The dress that Katrin had brought for her was hanging in the closet. She wanted to show the butler that she could be a real lady. For that she needed to properly dress and behave like one… She reached for the camera that was hidden under her clothes in the night table… She flipped through the photos she made of Sebastian. She giggled at one of them. It was a good idea of setting a timer and hiding the little thing. She was able to capture her and Sebastian's kiss. Imagining Grell's face, she laughed even harder.
-Milady, is anything wrong?
-Ah! – Selina almost fell from the couch out of fright. – Don't scare me like that!
Sebastian blew into her ear, causing a shiver to run down her spine. Then he smiled and took the kitten out from his coat. The girl raised an eyebrow at this, but didn't say anything…
-Lady Selina, I found her! No! She found me! Imagine that…
-Sebastian, but this hotel doesn't allow animals.
-But I can hide her!
-Where in the closet? – she laughed at her blushing butler. She knew that she would always say yes to him, this was just such a rare scene! – Okay! But make sure no one finds her, got it?
-Yes, Milady!
The mistress was glad that she was able to make Sebastian so happy. She felt so good, until her phone rang:
-Selina dear, I called to ask if you will be returning to school?
-Aunt Emily! I told you already, I'm not going back there. I have a personal tutor, who gives me all the knowledge I might need.
-Really and who is that?
-My butler, Sebastian. He is very educated. He even teaches me French. He gives me English, math, economic lessons. Plus history. So I'm perfectly well taught. For that I don't need school.
-Oh, child, why are you so difficult to deal with. Even Alois is taught in a school. It is a private one, but still. We could send you there!
-No thank you! I only want my tutor's lessons, now I have many things to do…
-Like what?
-Finding out some news about my café! Now good buy, auntie dear, - Selina used her sweetest voice during the conversation, but as soon as she hung up… she looked at the cellphone's screen and stuck out her tongue at it. – She just loves sticking her nose into my business sometimes.
-But maybe you do need to have a better education… You are a Lady after all.
-I know, but imagine: I'm going to school and, besides the teacher, you are standing right behind me, making sure I do all my studying… That is the same thing you do every day except for Fridays and weekends… The point?
-I see.
-Sebastian? I have an order for you. I want you to plan a dinner for two.
-For who, Lady?
-You and me, who else? – Selina grinned, making the butler blush slightly at the thought.
-But, Milady! I…
-You are merely a butler and can't do such things. Right?
-Exactly!
-Well. Forget that you are a butler and just have some fun once in a while! - Selina watched as Sebastian closed his eyes and shook his head. – I didn't want to do this… You will go on the date with me and that is an order!
-Very well, my Lady…
Closer to the evening the butler, knocked on his mistresses room door and waited for her to open. When she did, he was stunned. She was wearing along dress, with straps, that was a dark purple color. It had a long slit on the left leg. Selina also wore elegant black high-heeled shoes, and a silk scarf of the same color around her neck. She was only upset with one thing… She couldn't do anything with her short hair… Sebastian smiled and stretched out a hand. Taking it the girl asked:
-Well? Where will we be going?
-Do not worry, Milady. I have booked us a table in a place where you won't regret dressing the way you did. You look simply stunning.
-Thank you, Katrin helped me with the dress and all… - Selina slightly blushed and turned to hug the demon. – Sebastian? I'm doing this only for you…
-I see, but you know you don't have to.
-I do! I have to show that I can be a real Lady!
Together they stepped outside and Sebastian helped the girl climb into the car, that he had parked just outside the hotel. Starting the engine, he drove to a restaurant that he had picked out beforehand. The waiter greeted them and showed to their table. Selina was looking around, trying to hide her excitement.
-Milady, you are too young for alcohol… So what would you like to order? I heard they have excellent escargot.
-Snails? – The girl jokingly made a face. – I will let you decide on everything.
Sebasian pointed out something to a young man, who was standing by the table with a notebook in his hands. When the butler was sure the youngster had everything right he waved at him, as a sigh to go away. Taking Selina's hand in his he thought about what Ciel said earlier… Noticing that her dear one was somewhere deep in thought, the girl furrowed her brows.
-What's wrong?
-Nothing, Milady…
-Tell me! I can see that you are troubled by something.
-Lady Selina… It's just that… - the girl cut him off.
-Ciel? What happened?
-Have you ever noticed anything strange about yourself?
Selina started to tug on her scarf, nervously. No… Was she right? Was there something wrong with her? But then why was Sebastian asking this if he was watching over her family and herself?
-No… I tried to remember anything at all, but I couldn't. Anything that could have had anything to do with me being a demon is like erased from my head… - The butler stared at her in shock. – Don't be so surprised. Ciel wrote about it in the letter I found in his office the on Christmas Eve.
-Milady, I…
Selina stood up from her chair and walked over to him. She hugged him and sighed. She was afraid of herself being a demon, and after seeing what happened to her grandfather and Sebastian, the fright was even bigger… She didn't want to grow distant from her beloved man. Not ever.
-Sebastian, I want to know the truth, and I don't want you to lie. I know that you never do, but please… What if I am a demon?
-There are different kinds of demons, Milady. There are ones who are born that way, like me. There is the type that becomes ones, like Young Master. And finally there are demons that wake up inside a person… Like in your case.
The last phrase caught the girl completely off guard, Sebastian motioned to a seat, and she sat, listening to every word as carefully as possible.
-You grandfather was a demon, and any child of his could be one, but as far as I can tell, not one has shown signs of their inner demon waking up, except for you. Your sight, hearing, sense of smell… They are far from a regular human.
-Have you been erasing my memories?
-I'm very sorry, Milady… I am at fault in front of you.
Selina felt as if she was struck by lightning. Sebastian tried to touch her cheek, but she turned away, hiding from him her terrified expression. She bit her lip to keep from crying… This evening was supposed to be special and it turned out a complete disaster.
-Your order is served, - the waiter reappeared at their table carrying a tray with salad, spaghetti and meatballs with tomato sauce. – I hope you will like everything. If you need something just call.
Sebastain didn't know how to look at his mistress. She was barely touching her food, just picking at it with her fork, until…
-I don't care who I am! – She exclaimed, jumping from her chair.
-Shh. Milady people are staring.
-A demon or a human, I'm still Selina Phantomhive. And I want to live my life without any regrets. If I do turn out to be like you, can I still be by your side? – Now it was Sebastian's turn to be surprised. This wasn't an order… It was a question, which he could answer as he wanted…
-Yes , Milady. It would be wonderful, if you would. Just stay as you are now. Please don't change.
-I won't, - the girl smiled, striding up to her butler and giving him a quick kiss on the lips.- I won't be like Ciel, I promise!
-Now let's finish our dinner and return home.
-Why the rush?
-I feel like someone is watching us. And I don't like it.
Selina kissed Sebastian one more time and then, after taking her seat, she said:
-I'm thinking of moving into the mansion.
-But I thought you said…
-I know what I said, I just think that it would be better if the object of my revenge was always in sight. Don't you think so to?
-It won't be easy… Especially after the fight you had with Ashley.
-But still, since I'm underage I have to live with my guardians, - Selina's smiled in a very sly way. – And there is nothing they can do now. As soon as the café will be rebuilt we'll return, but for now will have to make this sacrifice…
Autor's note: Did this chapter make any sense at all? I'm so tired I can barely keep my eyes open… I will do my best to update as usual but this week will be a very tough one for me, and I'm not sure if I will have any time on the laptop… Was the chapter okay? Hope so… Anyway, please review! That is the only thing that keeps the fic and me going right now(^_^)
Off to sleep! Good night to everyone, and a huge thank you for taking the time to read the story! By for now(^_^)*waves and slides under table* Zzzzzz….
