The white haired mistress grunted as her maid adjusted the elegant royal blue corset dress. "I apologize, my lady."
"No, no need to apologize. I don't think I will ever become accustomed to these dreaded corsets." she replied, rubbing her temples. After about 15 minutes of tugging and pulling, the article of clothing was finally adjusted properly. The long dress came down to her feet, covering her polished ebony colored heels. Her bangs were carefully swept to the side, and the long locks of white hair were slightly curled. Black eyeliner was placed around her pupils, making them pop out vividly. Lastly, a large emerald stone ring was placed on her finger. It was her birth stone, after all. "You look absolutely stunning, my lady." complimented the maid.
"Thank you."
"Master, your carriage has been prepared. Please notify me when you are ready to leave." remarked the butler.
"I suppose we can depart now. I have nothing better to do."
"Very well then." The Earl and the butler walked to the dark brown carriage, lined by silver metal and pulled by white horses. Approximately thirty minutes had passed when they finally arrived at the castle. The sixteen year old got out, and paused when she reached the large doors. 'Well, here we go…' she thought as they were opened by the Queens butler.
Everyone turned to look at the next guest that had arrived. Some of the minor and middle-class nobles bowed in respect, while some of the richer snobby nobles only glared. She only nodded in acknowledgement, and proceeded to greet the queen. "Oh, Lady Junsuina. I am glad you were able to attend."
"It is my honor, your highness." replied the girl, bowing down.
"Well, I must great the arriving guests. Please, do enjoy yourself." said the queen while walking off. She proceeded to find someone to socialize with, when she felt a tap on her shoulder. "Hello there, Miss. You have a beautiful dress! Who is it from? By the way, I'm Elizabeth Middleford!" squealed a little girl, much to hyper for her liking.
"Er, I'm Judith. Judith Junsuina. It's a pleasure to meet you, Miss Middleford. Frankly though, I don't know where my dress is from."
"That's Ok! Come, I would like you to meet my fiancé!" shrieked the girl, pulling her hand into a random direction.
'Ugh. How much do you want to bet her parents payed her to make friends with me. And… fiancé? That's absurd. I've never even had a boyfriend.' thought the Earl, staring blankly at the blonde with gravity defying pigtails. She stopped daydreaming when she realized they came to a halt in front of a boy. He had dark green hair and blazing blue eyes. One of them which was covered with an eyepatch. Next to him, who she presumed to be, was his butler. The man was tall, and had black hair with red eyes. 'He's pretty handsome for a butler…' the teen said in her mind, and shook her head at her thoughts.
"Ciel, I would like you to meet a friend!"
"Fine, Elizabeth." sighed the boy showing great annoyance.
"I told you to call me Lizzy! Anyways, this is Judith Junsuina. Judith, this is my adorable fiancé, Ciel Phantomhive." remarked the little brat.
"Nice too meet you, Lady Junsuina." said the Earl shaking her hand.
"The pleasure is mine, Lord Phantomhive."
"This is my butler, Sebastian."
"I'm at your service, my lady." bowed the butler.
"Thank you, Sebastian." Suddenly, the room a grew bit darker as the chandeliers were dimmed and a pianist began to play classic music.
"Kya! I've been waiting for this moment! Ciel, I'll be back! I'm going to make my self prettier for when we dance!"
"Don't scream, Elizabeth." scolded the boy, rolling his eyes. The girl pouted, "Judith, feel free to dance with Ciel until I return."
And she was off. My jaw was slightly opened. I barely knew the boy…
"May I take this dance, Lady Junsuina." asked the Earl, blushing slightly. Obviously he was as shy as I was to dance with a stranger.
"Of course, Lord Phantomhive." I replied. He grabbed my waist and held onto my right hand. We stepped back and forth, side to side. A couple turns here and there. I was taller than him, so it did feel a bit awkward… It was a nice dance, nevertheless. I was enjoying it, glad that the blue eyed Earl wasn't annoying like his fiancé. "So, Lady Junsuina…"
"Please, call me Judith."
"Very well. Now tell me Judith, what do you-" The young lord started but was interrupted by Elizabeth.
"Judith! It's my turn to dance with Ciel! Don't hog him now, no matter how cute you think he is." she giggled, forcing me away from his arms as a blushed formed on Ciel and I.
'What was wrong with this girl?' thought Judith as she watched the couple dance. She felt awkward, just standing their when everyone else had a partner. Judith turned around only to see Sebastian in the same position as her.
"Sebastian, would you like to dance? I feel rather… out of place just standing there."
"Of course, my lady." he said, grabbing her waist just like Ciel had done. This time, though, her partner was way taller. They danced in sync with the piano, enjoying the moment. After 5 dances though, people started to leave. "Sebastian, what time is?" asked the girl as the butler pulled out his silver pocket watch. "Eleven-fifteen, my lady."
"Oh dear, its rather late. I ought to be going…" said the girl as the butler let her go. Sebastian and her walked towards Ciel and Elizabeth. "Ms. Middleford, Lord Phantomhive, Sebastian, it was a pleasure meeting you all. " bowed Judith, smiling at her company for the night.
"The pleasure was ours, Judith. And call me Ciel." said the boy, smiling back.
"Good bye, Judith! Oh, and find out we're your dress is from!" waved Elizabeth. Judith nodded and walked away back to her carriage.
"Did you enjoy the ball, my lady?" questioned her butler.
"Yes, I did." And with that, the carriage pulled away, and when they finally arrived at the mansion, the Earl immediately fell into a deep slumber.
A/N: For the people who actually read this, I apologize for any grammar mistakes. English is not my first language so… I'm not as skilled ^.^ I would also like to add that everyone is a year older. Thank you for reading my story x3