A/N sorry, I'm slowly finding more of the pages, I'll attempt to update faster.
"You're ready for this then?" Sebastian asked.
"No, but what choice do I have?" the young earl replied as they stood in the throne room awaiting Sebastian's parents. Sebastian sighed.
"I won't force this on you, if it's too soon, They will understand, my father isn't as-"
"why are we doing this, do we really need to?"Sebastian held him close.
"We don't have to, no. however, when I become king, I think it would sound much better if I said 'this is my mate' rather than 'this is Ciel...I love him but he refuses to bond with me because I nearly killed him.' don't you?"
"I'm not refusing because- you know why I don't think it's a good idea, and you didn't nearly kill me." Ciel grumbled.
"What would you call it then?" Before Ciel could answer, the King and Queen entered. The devil looked at them for a moment before speaking.
"My son, Ciel, I have heard of your situation and it pains me. I realize it is a difficult subject and so will say no more."
"Thank you Father, we appreciate your understanding." the king moved closer to the pair.
"Tell me, what can I do?"
"We've been thinking about our bonding and in light of our circumstances, we feel that a privet ceremony would be best, I know that tradition calls for an extravagant event but surely you can imagine the topic among the guests."
"Yes, I can see your concern, were you thinking of inviting any guests?"
"Only you and Mother, we were hoping that you would be so kind as to make it official." The devil smiled, revealing rows of sharp pointed fangs.
"I would be honored to do so, I never thought that I would have such a chance, your brother chose differently, as you know."
"Yes, Mordred knew you wouldn't approve of the choice and so cut you out completely. That is simply the way he is. Ciel and I however know just how important it is to you to attend one of your sons' weddings." Sebastian said receiving a hug from the devil.
"Have you set a date?" Ann asked smiling. Sebastian looked to Ciel.
"Go on, I know you want to."Ciel said.
"Only if you want to, I don't want to make you feel rushed."The older demon nuzzled his mate lovingly, causing him to smile.
"It's alright, I'm ready, I just don't want you to be stuck with someone who can't-" Sebastian silenced him with a kiss.
"I wouldn't call spending your life with the one you love being 'stuck' You are my heart and always will be, the announcement can be made later. I believe we should bond as soon as possible."
"Do you have all you need with you my son?" Sebastian reached into his pocket, pulling out a small box.
"I do. The bands are here, we were hoping that-"
"Wonderful, come, stand before us. Are you ready?" Sebastian again turned to his mate.
"No time like the present I suppose. " Ciel said as the devil ushered them closer to the thrones.
"Has he ever done this before, he seems rather excited." Ciel whispered as the two turned to face each other.
"One part of the tradition as far as the royal family goes is that the king officiates his children's ceremony, something that my father was looking forward to since Mordred was born. " Sebastian explained.
"Now then, you stand in front of us today to pledge your eternal lives to each other, through good and bad times. When life seems its darkest, you will be each other's light. You will make a promise this day that will last for all eternity. Is there anything you wish to say that is to be included in your vow?" The deep voice asked.
"Yes, my beautiful Ciel, my dearest treasure, you and I have been through many struggles together and they have only strengthened our love, today, before my family, I swear to give my love to you regardless of the hardships that have or may face in the future, you will have my undivided loyalty and undying love. I will care for you, and remain by your side always. You are giving me a great gift today in becoming my mate. I love you more than words can say."
"That was beautiful Sebastian, truly lovely." Ann sniffled, moved to tears by her son's love for his mate.
"Ciel, dear, is there something you want to say?" Ciel found himself feeling slightly embarrassed.
"I didn't actually have anything planned and I'm not really sure what to say." He confessed.
"Anything you like."
"Anything at all?"
"That's right." Ciel thought for a moment.
"I suppose I should start with...Thank you. All the things I put you through during our contract, you were incredible. I always feel safe with you, I know that no matter what happens, you'll always be with me and it means more to me than you know. Thank you for the unconditional love I've found in you. You try so hard to make me happy and be patient with me. I don't make it easy for you but I do love you, I don't always act like it, but I do. The truth is...I'd be lost without you and I promise that I'll try to be everything a mate should be because- because that's what you deserve. I just hope that I can be everything you need me to be." Sebastian reached out, placing his hand on Ciel's cheek, caressing it softly.
"You already are everything I could ever want." He said lovingly. The couple gazed into each other's eyes, lost in the moment. The devil cleared his throat, bringing them back to reality.
"Sebastian my son, do you swear, with your mother and myself as witnesses that you will be forever faithful, loyal and keep Ciel's best interest in mind at all times, to trust in him and give him all he needs?"
"I swear it." Sebastian replied. He slipped the golden band onto Ciel's finger, handing him the second one.
"Ciel, do you swear to meet the same conditions?"
"I swear." Ciel replied pushing the ring onto Sebastian's finger.
"Excellent, it is with great joy that I say to you now, you are bonded together and I sincerely hope that this bond will only grow, binding your hearts to each other, may your love grow stronger each day, you have my blessing as the king and more importantly as your father. You may share your first kiss as mates." No sooner had the devil said this, Sebastian wrapped his arms around Ciel, lifting him up and kissing him. Ciel returned the kiss, placing his palm on his mate's cheeks as the older demon deepened the kiss. When finally Sebastian released his mate, the king and queen were overjoyed. The king motioned to Tani.
"Yes, majesty?" She asked bowing.
"Bring in the chest." with another bow, she disappeared.
"What's the chest for?" Ciel asked
"It seems that we are to be given a wedding gift."
"Hush, do not ruin the surprise Sebastian." The deep voice growled. It would take only moments for her to return and hand the required object to the devil.
"Ciel Michaelis, today you have officially joined our family, we welcome you with open arms, on this day, the seventeenth of April, I offer you a wedding gift, the right to one day sit at my son's side when the throne is passed to him, therefore, I give you the keys to my kingdom and recognize you as crowned prince and the one who will rule at Sebastian's side." He opened the chest and produced a silver crown blue and red gems were strategically placed around the outside.
"Will you Ciel Michaelis, swear to uphold the standards that shall be taught to you and to rule along side Sebastian, support him and should he for whatever reason be unable to do his duty as king, will you step into the role yourself?"
"I-" He looked at Sebastian, he loved his mate but the throne meant nothing to him.
"Only a formality, I promise you." Sebastian assured him. Ciel sighed.
"I swear." He said finally, Sebastian pulled him close.
"I'm very proud of you." he said kissing the younger demon's forehead.
"Then this belongs to you, wear it with pride young one. Come, I have something to show you now. Rhiannon my heart, will you join us in our visit to the gate keeper?"
"What's the gate keeper, Mordred said something about giving me to it."
"the gate keeper is the one who chooses where you go upon entering hell. He and the royal family have the power to either send the souls to the part of hell humans fear or to make them demons, you wouldn't want to pass through his gate." Sebastian explained as the king called for his carriage and they made their way out of the castle and began their journey.