Chapter 8

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The next few days passed slowly and in silence. I spent most of my time in my room Sebastian took care of everything I needed, scalding the others whenever they attempted to see me, insisting that they were bothering me. I understood that he wanted to help keep me safe but I couldn't help but feel confined in my room. We had spent hours designing and creating my new dress, Sebastian working as my personal tailor. I was sitting at the window one day when there was a light knock and the door creaked open a moment after I didn't respond.

"My lady, it's time." Sebastian said. I looked up at him, taking a deep breath as I rose to my feet following him through the manner and to the small room we had created the dress in, Meirin was there waiting for us. I was ready within the hour. Sebastian looked me over once he reentered the room, his calculating eyes finding every flaw in the sewing, fixing them immediately with his sewing kit.

"You look beautiful my lady, yes you do." Meirin told me, clapping her hands together excitedly though I could tell her eyes were wondering to Sebastian who didn't look so bad himself in his slightly different tuxedo.

"Ravishing." Sebastian said politely, his eyes glancing to mine to make clear the meaning of his words. "I am sure you will be the most radiant maiden at the dance." he said, his words polite but his tone serious. I nodded in understanding, the entire message blowing over Meirin's head. I glanced at myself in the mirror, the full flowing red dress and matching red hat looked beautiful, however mysterious with my newfound long black hair. I could barely recognize myself.

Alright...I am ready. I said, prepping myself for the stressing task ahead.

"Thank you Sebastian." I told him, taking his hand as he led me from the room down to the carriage. I spent the entire ride twiddling my thumbs anxiously. Would the count recognize me? What if I failed? Or maybe I wouldn't be able to find the sword? I cleared my thoughts as the carriage rolled to a stop, the door opened and I followed Ciel. Taking Sebastian's gloved hand to help me down the step. The grip was surprisingly gentle yet firm, I gasped in shock as the hand pulled me into him, and I found myself against the chest of Vi-count Druitt, gasping silently in shock. I glimpsed Ciel watching me cautiously from the corner of my eye with a look that resembled pity. My body stiffened and I looked down at my dress, avoiding eye contact.

"Why my dear." he greeted, his violet eyes smiling down at me. "You are as beautiful as an angel."

Crap.

I stepped back, putting some distance between us, my skin was crawling, I felt disgustingly impure merely from touching him. I put my hand to my elbow absentmindedly, giving me an innocent look as I felt the goose bumps covering my arms. How was I going to make it through the night? He had to have been onto me? Or at the least tonight was going to be torture. Ciel stepped forward, glaring daggers at the count as he took my arm as if claiming me. The count let out a bit of a nervous laugh, knowing he might have overstepped his boundaries.

"Then perhaps my delicate robin will save me a dance on this mystical night." he smiled, bowing before turning and vanishing into the crowd. I allowed Ciel to lead me inside as I leaned closer to him, whispering into his ear.

"Not bloody likely." a smirk curved Ciel's lips before quickly turning serious again.

"He called you an angel...do you think he already knows?" he whispered.

"I'm not sure." I confided, "I don't know how he could but it seems like it."

"It seems only time will tell." Sebastian chimed in from behind us. his sharp crimson eyes surveying the crowd for the white rat, finally stopping I followed his gaze to the count, he was surrounded by pretty girls who were fawning over him, laughing and giggling flirtatiously. My nose wrinkled in distaste and I looked away.

Honestly what did they see in him? I thought before sighing. Probably exactly what I used too... my thoughts trailed off as the music began, dancers stepped forward and I glanced expectedly at Ciel.

"I do so detest dancing." Ciel groaned, holding up my hand to lead me before stopping as if an idea occurred to him. "Sebastian, dance with Crystal."

"w-wait a sec-" I stuttered, cut off by Sebastian's response.

"Yes, my lord." he said, kneeling down on one knee to his master before turning to me with a heart pounding smile. My words died in my throat and I sighed, reaching out defeated to take his hand.

"This will be the best way for you to get close to Druitt." Ciel explained behind us as Sebastian led me to the dancers, one arm wrapped around my waist. "I hope you know what to do." I nodded determined, looking everywhere but at Sebastian as he turned to face me, and we finally began our waltz. A humored smile pierced Sebastian's lips and I finally looked at him, my pink cheeks still burning.

"What is it?" I asked as he let out a light chuckle.

"How ironic that an angel and a demon would be dancing together like lovers." he said, shaking his head, my face flushed.

"Y-yea it's absurd." I tried to recover, letting out a light forced laugh, however I found it difficult to deny that this wasn't the end of the world...and I would never admit that it was almost enjoyable. The notes in the music spiked and Sebastian grinned, raising my hand and twirling me away from him and I found myself in the arms of another my eyes widening with shock when I recognized the boy too well.

"Well, well, it seems we meet again." he chuckled.

"A-Alois!" I stuttered, I attempted to pull away but his grip tightened and he pulled me closer until my body was nearly pressed against his. He chuckled at my resistance, his laugh sending chills down my spine.

"I'm Rather disappointed Crystal." Alois said, running a hand down my long black hair until he trailed my back as if searching for my hidden wings. I stiffened under his touch but he continued, his hand now resting firmly on the small of my back "I still plan on seeing those wings of yours." he said with devilish resolve. My stomach churned, every nerve in my body wanted to pull away and run.

"Leave me alone." I hissed as I tried to step away, and create at least a little distance between us but his grip was unyielding.

"Not until I see your wings." Alois retorted, spinning me around as we danced. I couldn't deny how smooth the dance was he was almost constantly spinning me, the two of us twirling gracefully across the ballroom no matter how reluctant my steps where. "I hope you enjoy my game." he whispered into my ear before pushing me away to my next partner. I was almost relieved to find myself staring up into the violet eyes of vi-count Druitt.

"Oh, my lovely little robin...I am honored." he said his voice almost hypnotizing. He danced effortlessly; swinging me in and out of his arms weightlessly, his lilac eyes enchanting as they bore into mine. I struggled with my thoughts, constantly reminding myself it was an act; I couldn't fall for him again. I kept Reminding myself that his sweet eyes and tender words were the work of the devil. The song ended and the count leaned into me, kissing me lightly sending my heart fluttering through my brain remained disgusted. He leaned in close to me, whispering into my ear.

"Why don't we go somewhere we can be alone, my delicate little dove?"