Hey guys! Ok, so I'm going to try to get better with this! And starting in this chapter, my writing style is going to change a tad. I want to see how I like it. So, you guys tell me how you like it! Thanks!

~Akira

There are people she holds close, and people she keeps at a distance. There are people who she helps and people who she sends away. There are people who can help her and people who will hurt her. However, the ones that hurt her are a lot closer then she thinks. And just like generations past, I believe she won't be able to figure it out in time.

~*Trouble on the Horizon*~

I was waiting for something, anything from him. Tanaka sat quietly, steering the horses into the manor. Sebastian only stared at me, like he was waiting for a confession. In so many ways, it was disgusting. I said nothing though, as I started at the ground or out the window. Being this late, there was not much you could see outside; maybe a few bushes and some animals if you were lucky. Not very many people travel during the night. However, ours was an exception, since I was the one being rescued.

This was only one of many things on my mind. Sebastian lost his family due to my ancestors. So, in retaliation, he kills off my family one person at a time. That also means he must have been the one who burnt down the manor with our parents inside. He was the one who killed Ciel. Yet, he still keeps me alive, a female. It doesn't make any sense; I won't be able to carry on the Phantomhive name. I can't take over anything. All I get to do is get married and then have a child in his name. I play a naïve part and nothing more. So what is the point in having me around?

Only to make your soul feel pain and fear within your innocence, my lady.

I look over to Sebastian, who was smirking underneath all of the hair in his face. He looks up, eyes glowing violet.

The carriage came to a halt in front of the steps to the manor. Picking up my skirts, I ran out and to the front door. Pulling it open, I ran up the stairs and down the hallway to the farthest room away from everyone. Opening it, I ran inside only to slam and lock the door. Sliding down the door, I sat there, trying to steady my breathing, but it wasn't possible. There were too many thoughts, to many worries running through my mind. I knew a locked door couldn't stop him, but that was all I could think of. What's even worse is that I ran to the farthest room in the manor. Could anyone hear my screams? Would I die now, to the hands of a demon? The one who was or did take my brother's soul? Why would Ciel give me the contract?

"Why?" I whispered to myself. There was no one here. I could scream my lungs out, and only Sebastian would hear me at the most. Perhaps Ciel, but I haven't seen him lately. Not even in his raven form, or in my dreams. Is that a sign that I don't have much time left? That there's nothing left for me? That I'm going to lose my soul to someone I didn't even want to have in my life?

"You are his sister. If he dies, and I just leave, you would tell someone, now wouldn't you?" Words slithered around me; they came through the door. If I moved now, surely he would come through, "Oh, but have you forgotten about the window in here?" Looking around, violet eyes met my blue ones, as he crosses the room to me. Candles were lit now, and I could see everything. His hands were clenched into fists, his fangs were pressing against his lips, and a black-green aura was wavering around him. He grabbed my wrist and flung me onto the bed. Pinning me there, I just stared into his eyes. There was no sign of fake caring or remorse, there was just anger. Was he angry that I knew about his past? Or was there something more there, deep within his subconscious.

"Didn't I tell you not to meddle in other people's pasts? Did I not tell you that either way, you would never have a happily ever after? Your soul is mine, you gave it to me."

"My soul belongs to me. Ciel would have never put me in danger like this. You were supposed to eat his soul and leave! So why didn't you?! I am no use for you. I can't carry on the Phantomhive name-"

"No," he said, leaning closer, "But you can carry on the blood. That is something I can't allow. So therefore, I'll give you this warning. Don't expect something pleasant on your seventeenth birthday. After all," His lips met my ear, "Selena never saw a day after."

He sat up, chuckling and unlocked the door. Before fully walking out, he turned around with a smile, "Also, to answer your question, no one but I can hear your cries. I also enjoy them; they make the soul sweeter. So please, do as much as you like," with that, the door was shut, and footsteps echoed the halls outside then soon faded.

How am I supposed to react? I can't do anything, I'm too weak. Everything seemed fine last month. Ciel was alive; we were joking and laughing about everything. Elizabeth was still the naïve and annoying blonde that I do love. Yet, everything is slipping like sand through a hour glass. It's a horrifying thing to think about, really. I want to talk to Ciel, to lay my head on his lap and just cry. Just cry for hours and not care that I'm supposed to be a proud noble. I can just be a small little sister who has a strong big brother who tries to calm her down. I don't have that anymore. Ciel died, and I have to take care of myself. In order to save my soul, I have to save myself.

But sometimes, it's okay to cry, right?

"Of course it is you're a girl. Girls tend to cry a lot don't they?" A voice said. I turned around to two ocean blue orbs looking at me. He smiled, having his bluish-black hair fall into his right eye. He no longer had to wear an eye patch; there was nothing he had to hide. I smiled back at him, and that's when he patted his lap. Crawling across the bed, I put my head on his lap, and stayed there. It was the same Ciel. It all feels like a bad dream.

"What should I do, Ciel?" I whispered, though he could hear me either way. But then for a moment, something came into my thoughts. Ciel was the one who passed the contract to me. So that means technically, he gave me all of his burdens when he died! "Why did you do this huh?" I shouted, sitting up and glaring at him, "Look at what you did to me! Apparently, my soul is now Sebastian's. Why didn't you give him your soul baka?" I stayed still, watching his every movement.

He looked at me and sighed, "You don't know, do you?" he asked, watching as I slowly shook my head no, "Sebastian's arm was cut off. Therefore, our contract was void. I'm not exactly sure how you got it, but my soul was no longer his. Apparently, some other demon took it. However, this demon was too far away. I was not in town; I was on the outskirts nearby a cabin. No, it was a barn, making it a farm. Demons who don't get to keep their souls torture the soul's body. I was murdered by Sebastian himself. His last words were; 'They're next'. That means you're not next to die, Naomi, someone else is. That means you're safe for now."

A barn in the outskirts of London? Wouldn't it be an old barn then? Perhaps, it was from his past life, where he was happy. No, a demon can never be happy. They have no such emotion. All they feel is hatred, sadness, and solitude. Yet, why would he care so much for his child and wife? Could that mean that everything those reapers have ever said was false? Could that mean that demons have the capability to love and be happy, even if it is for a short time? That would be impossible. Demons want to destroy all, no matter how young or old. They all are the same.

Faint footsteps were coming towards this door. Turning around, Ciel was already gone, which was a relief. The door slammed open as Sebastian walked across the room. Covering my mouth with a cloth, the world started to spin. Falling backwards, I barely felt someone catch me.

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(A.N: For the next, 4-5 chapters, they will all be gruesome. I decided to watch too many Saw trap ideas and I had to use them. Sure, they may be for more modern days, but after all, Sebastian is one hell of a demon ;). So, if you are the faint of heart, I would skip these chapters. If you think I should raise the rating on this, please let me know in a review or message. It would be greatly appreciated. Thank you.)

Even opening my eyes, there was nothing but black. There were no windows, or if there were it was either a moonless night or the curtains were drawn shut. There was no way to stand, nor was there a way to move. I was trapped to a chair, with the taste of blood and metal in my mouth. Do not panic, everything will be fine.

"Did you have a nice nap, young mistress?" Sebastian called through the dark, "I hope you did, because after tonight, I don't believe you will ever sleep again," He acted as though he was waiting for an answer, but continued on, "Upon your head is a device I created. Think of it as, a reverse bear trap; instead of closing in, it opens. Usually, I would only give your kind a minute. However, I feel generous and decided to give you two. Now, what would happen if you couldn't get that contraption off your head? Well, let me show you, my lady. Please watch closely."

Sebastian set the timer on it for 10 seconds. The head was all but covered, and it was lightly shaking. Once the timer went off, the trap opened, sending the jaw flying and fake blood oozing out of the head. I started looking around, hoping for a head start. What kind of sick game is this? Tears started streaming down my face. There was no way out, nor was there a way around this. I wasn't able to talk, so I couldn't give a command.

"So my lady, how do we play this game you may ask?" Sebastian smiled, watching me carefully, "First, you must get yourself out of those restraints. Depending on your strength, it will either be easy or hard. Next, you must jump into that pit with un-sanitized needles. The key will be strapped to one of these needles, and with that key, you will be able to unlock that contraption from your head. Remember, you only have two minutes," Sebastian chuckled for a moment, "Also, if you die, let me say something first. The servants are also underneath this barn, as well as your brother."

He watched my face as shock ran through its course, "Oh, did he not tell you that? Well, he probably doesn't know, does he? Let me explain. And don't worry; I have to set the timer, so your life is not at stake at the moment. According to Romeo and Juliet, there is a potion that will make it seem like you died. However, I tweaked this just a tad. He will appear in the spirit life, as a ghost as you would know them as. However, tonight is the night that he will wake up. If you live through this first task, you shall be able to move on to the next five challenges. Now, without further ado, let me see how much sanity and calmness you have left."

He walked over to the timer, turning the hand to two minutes on the dot. He look at me and mouthed 'Let the games begin,' before letting go. Looking down, the restraints were only tape. Wiggling and moving my wrists, it took about 20 seconds in time to escape them. Standing up, I looked for the key in the pit. There were needles everywhere. There was no way to be able to find a key by just looking. You have to get in the pit. Get in the pit. The timer beeped, meaning that I only had one minute left. Get in the damn pit!

There was not going to be a painless way into here. All I had to do was jump. 1…2…3… and I jumped. Needles were sticking into my feet on all parts. I gurgled a scream as I leaned down to start searching. They started going flying as I was frantically searching. Out of the corner of my eye, something shiny popped out as I leaned for it. The key! It was right here the whole time! The beeps were happening nonstop, counting down from ten. With shaky hands, I wrapped around my head to find the lock, and use the key and get it in the lock. 3…I was twisting. 2…I was unlocking. 1…I was throwing. Needles sprang everywhere as I started screaming and crying. Clapping was above me. Hands were reaching out to me, pulling me up.

"Very well done, my lady," he said, pulling the needles out one by one, "That was a very impressive show. Now, would you like me to explain the next hour you have?" I looked up at him and glared, "Very well. In the next hour, you have five tests to complete before getting to your brother. Each of them involves your servant and yourself. If you are able to save a servant, well, they may help you on your next task. Your time starts as soon as you leave this room. All of them will be worse than the one you just conquered."

I spat blood in his face. Disgusting demon, "Why are you doing this. I am your master, and you are my servant! Do you think you can get away with this? Do you have any idea what you have done?"

He laughed, standing up and straightening his attire, "I am no longer your demon, child," He took off both gloves, revealing no contract, "Tonight, we play a game. This game is such a horrifying game, that you and the others may not survive. I would hurry though, my lady," He went over to the door, opening it. Screams were erupting from the hallway, "I believe people are waiting for you." With that, he took a bow and waited.

Running passed the door; I saw a smirk on his face. The timer in front of me started, and the door slammed shut. There was no way back for me, and there is not a lot of time for Ciel left.

Wooooh. I like this chapter :D it makes me super happy. Well, my little friends, I hope you enjoy this chapter. Please tell me if I need to set the rating higher or not. But this is why Shaiana doesn't watch scary movies very often; the character in her story suffer. Well, please review. Until next time, children .

~Akira Naniki Uchiha