Note: I'm so sorry for that last chapter =_=; I won't do that again, I promise. Anyway, we're almost done with Part One 8D And there's more SebaCiel in this chapter than there has been in a while. Lot's of cute banter and kissing. So I suppose I'll get on with it... So here's chapter thirteen

That turning point was a lot closer than Sebastian had expected. He'd known immediately, far before any human could have told, even before he entered Ciel and Elizabeth's room the morning of the third day of the trip. Behind his amusement, however, there was a terrible seething rage. He wasn't sure he could wait much longer if things progressed in this manner.

"My lord…?"

Ciel, who had made a habit of sleeping with his eye patch knotted so tight only Sebastian could untie it, didn't seem willing to get up. The situation was apparent, and when Ciel realized it he was sure to be upset. He had intended to last much longer than he did.

Elizabeth stirred a bit next to him, however. She turned to look at Sebastian, her eyes blurry.

"Sebastian?" She yawned. "Did you bring tea?"

Sebastian's patience was draining with this girl. "Of course, my lady."

"Thank you. Just leave it in here and we'll be down for breakfast soon."

"Breakfast is already prepared." There was a faint stinging in his hand. It was a little white lie, and seeing as it wasn't directed at Ciel…

"Oh…? I suppose we'll not be eating then."

"Yes, my lady." Sebastian pushed the tea cart into the room so it was just inside the door, then left with a bow.

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Ciel rolled over to face the door. "Was that Sebastian?"

Elizabeth wrapped her arms around him from behind, her face pressed into his neck. "Yes. But ignore him; he was just delivering the morning tea."

Ciel blinked, suddenly very awake. "I need to speak with him. I'll be back in a moment." Scrambling to pull on his pants and stumble out of the room, he left Elizabeth in a state of shock.

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"Sebastian! Sebastian!"

He didn't know his way around the townhouse as well as the manor. However Sebastian wasn't far, and thankfully Ciel found him without getting too lost.

"Sebastian!"

The butler turned to face him. "My lord-?"

"I'm sorry," he huffed, though he didn't sound very sorry. "I didn't mean for that to happen." He refused to look at Sebastian, his face reserved as he stared at the floor. His arms were crossed over his chest. "I'm not going back on my word, however. I said nothing would change after the wedding, and it hasn't. But there wasn't much I could do…"

"Do you mean to say you think I'm upset?" Sebastian asked.

Ciel blinked, looking up at him. He felt suddenly very stupid. He should've known better. Nonetheless, he said, "When you love someone aren't you supposed to be mad when they sleep with someone else?"

Sebastian cupped Ciel's face in his hand. Ciel was still short for his age but didn't look like the child he was five years ago, though he did often act like it. "My lord… Our situation is a bit different. And, either way, I have no doubt that that no matter what you do with Lady Elizabeth you are mine." He pressed his lips to Ciel's swiftly and gently; a quick peck. He ran his thumb over Ciel's cheek tenderly. "I love you, my lord. No matter what – or who – you do."

Ciel's face reddened. "That's repulsive!"

"It's the truth."

Ciel stared at him silently for a moment, considering his next words. "Is Elizabeth coming?"

"No."

"Then kiss me."

Sebastian smirked. "I thought you didn't want a physical relationship that only involves things like kissing?"

"Are you disobeying me?"

"No. I'm just following previous orders."

Ciel snorted. "I never made that an order."

"You didn't make for me to love you an order, either."

Checkmate, Ciel thought sourly. Sebastian laughed.

"Besides, did you not order me to keep my distance when we first arrived?"

Ciel scowled. He wasn't in the mood for Sebastian's teasing.

One hand clutching his tie, the other in his hair, Ciel pulled Sebastian down against him, mustering whatever energy he could and pouring into the kiss. Sebastian was a bit surprised at first, but seemed pleased nonetheless. He allowed Ciel to enjoy the illusion of dominance, letting himself be pressed against the wall.

Sebastian laughed around Ciel's mouth. "You still kiss like a virgin."

"Mnph…" Ciel pressed himself more firmly to his butler. "Shut up."

There was another muffled laugh shook through Sebastian as he wrapped his arms around Ciel's waist. His fingers slid up under Ciel's shirt, warmth seeping through the fabric of his gloves.

"Take those off," Ciel ordered softly.

Sebastian did as he was told, his hands still in Ciel's shirt. The gloves dropped onto the floor and he pressed his cold hands to Ciel's back, making him shiver.

And it went on and on and on… It was probably the longest they'd gone without separation. Ciel supposed that's what a week without contact could do to you.

He finally pulled away when Sebastian started clawing at his back, worried that he might leave scratches. He didn't want Lizzie to find out.

Sebastian laughed, pressing his lips to Ciel's ear. "I'd suggest that you not engage in such activities as you did last night a second time, my lord."

"What? Right now… with you…? Of course not!"

"That's not what I mean. With Lady Elizabeth… your job has been done."

Ciel frowned. "And what job is that?"

"Ah… You'll see in due time, my lord. I trust that Lizzie is a smart girl and will figure it out for herself soon enough."

Ciel pulled back to look at Sebastian face. "Figure what out? What are you on about, now, Sebastian?"

"Do you really wish for me to tell you?"

"Yes."

"You must keep it a secret. It would be suspicious if you were to know this early on."

Ciel, completely baffled, only nodded in agreement.

Sebastian smirked. "You see, when I visited your room this morning I detected another being besides you and Lady Elizabeth – or at least, the start of another being."

Ciel's eyes widened. "You can't possibly mean… How can you be sure?"

"I am one hell of a butler, after all. If I couldn't tell when such a thing was happening what kind of servant would I be?"

Ciel didn't respond. He simply stared in bewilderment. "That… That's impossible… How…"

Sebastian laughed softly. "Relax, my lord. You'll be fine."

"But… Sebastian…!"

Sebastian pressed his mouth to Ciel's, kissing his softly and comfortingly. "Do not fret, my lord. I can promise you that the child won't be a problem in any way." His eyes changed, but Ciel couldn't see. "And I tell no lies."

Ciel melted against him. "I… I trust you."

"Good." Sebastian withdrew from Ciel, leaving only a hand on his shoulder to hold him steady. "Now I suggest that you head back to Lady Elizabeth. And remember that this must stay a secret. We don't want any rising suspicions."

Ciel nodded, but didn't make any immediate move to leave. Sebastian noticed this and smiled. "I love you, my lord. Now we'd best part ways for now. Your previous orders will apply once again, but I won't be too far if you need me."

Sebastian had to turn and walk away first before Ciel could find the strength to do so as well.

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Elizabeth was not pleased when Ciel returned.

"What was so urgent that you had to rush out like that?" she asked irritably as she brushed out her hair. She was badly in need of a bath, but it was clear she had no intention of taking one.

"Nothing that you need to worry about," Ciel said as he scooped sugar into his teacup, trying to remember how many scoops Sebastian put in. However when Sebastian was preparing his tea Ciel was focusing on other things.

Elizabeth scowled. "Would you quit saying things like that?" she hissed. "I am your wife now; your business will always be my business!"

Ciel glowered into his teacup. "Elizabeth, please! It was a personal matter that does not concern you. We may be married now but I still need at least some privacy."

Elizabeth made an ugly sound. "If I didn't know any better I'd think you were cheating on me with that damned butler of yours," she grumbled, though so quietly it was barely audible.

Ciel felt his stomach turn. "What did you just say?" he asked, turning to face her.

She snorted. "You cling to him like a lifeline. It's like nothing else matters to you as long as you have Sebastian! I can't stand it!"

Ciel opened his mouth retort, but she went on, "Don't you think we could replace him? We could hire a butler that suits both of our needs, not just yours."

He barely gave her a chance to finish. "Of course not!" he cried. "I don't think you know this, but he saved my life. I would be dead if it wasn't for him, and there is no way I'm going to just replace him!"

Lizzie was taken aback, her gaze faltering. "Really…?"

"Really! He's served me loyally for seven years. I am not replacing him."

Lizzie frowned, her eyes softening. "Ciel… I'm sorry. I didn't know."

This Lizzie was the one he loved. He felt himself lighten a bit, and allowed his gaze to wander to her belly. His heart stuttered as he thought about what Sebastian had said.

Little Rose… Welcome to the Phantomhives.

forget about the Q and A! *is secretly happy no one is asking questions because of laziness*