"We simply cannot thank you enough. You have given us our family. I am eternally grateful to you both. If ever there is something I can do-"
"Bassy, all I want is for you to be happy, truly happy. When I show my affection for you, It's only because It's really there, it wasn't at all an easy decision. Not only could I get in trouble for it but it also means that I really must face the fact that -" Grell sighed, turning from the demon silently.
"The fact that I can never have you. But if someone could-" Grell felt a hand on his shoulder.
"I realize this is difficult for you, but just so you understand, my heart has always belonged to Rachel. It would not have been fair for you, had I given you your way. I do not return your feelings Grell however, I would consider you a friend." Sebastian said softly.
"I'd take friend over nothing Bassy." Grell smiled sadly.
"This is all very touching, the four of us have quite a history. Shared many laughs along the way." Undertaker picked up his teacup and raised it slightly.
"To many more, and the return of the Earl's happiness." Both reapers took a drink.
"Thank you both. If Ciel wasn't preoccupied at the moment, I'm sure he would also offer his gratitude."
"Let him have some uninterrupted time with his mother. He's making up for lost time." Grell sipped his tea slowly.
"You have turned out to be remarkably understanding Grell, we certainly appreciate that."
"So, how's it been, having your wife here with you?"
"Blissful as ever. After we permanently opened the door for her, she doesn't have to go back. It is just the way I remember it."
"Wonderful. How have the servants taken to it, I'd imagine it must have been a shock."
"Next to finding out that you work for a demon and the young master is partially as well, having Rachel in the house was nothing. Tanaka had no problem welcoming her back at all, as for everyone else, well you can imagine that they would be curious about certain things."
"Of course, It's only natural for humans to wonder." Undertaker replied shortly. The conversation was interrupted by the sound of laughter in the hallway. Sebastian smiled.
"My darling Ciel, what a joy you are, to see your smile again is truly the best gift you could give me."
"She sounds lovely." Undertaker commented.
"She is, every bit as wonderful as her voice indicates." A soft knock from the doorway caught their attention.
Sebastian turned to find Rachel and Ciel standing together.
"I'm sorry to interrupt, Ciel's told me much about the two of you and I just had to thank you for restoring our family." Sebastian crossed the room to his wife. He took her hand and led her into the room, closely followed by the young Earl and Vincent. Once the family stood in front of their guests both stood to greet them.
"Lady Phantonhive, It's truly an honor to meet you at last." Undertaker gave a small bow. Grell remained silent but bowed his head before sitting back down.
"Please, call me Rachel, It's a pleasure to meet you both." She turned to Grell.
"I should offer you the most thanks, It's difficult to let go of the one you love, You did a wonderful, very selfless thing Grell." She smiled placing a hand on his. He gave a sad smile but didn't speak.
"Thank you Grell, there aren't enough thank yous in the world that can be said." Ciel turned to Undertaker.
"Thank you so much. I never thought I could ever know this happiness again."
"It's my pleasure Young Earl." He glanced at the clock.
"Grell and I really must be going now. Thank you all for everything." He stood up and Grell followed his lead.
"Yes, thank you, it was a wonderful evening."
"We will have to have you over again when we can all sit together" Rachel offered.
"Yes, let's do that. I did enjoy myself today, you're all such gracious hosts." Undertaker said giving a polite bow.
"I shall see you both out." Sebastian said leading the guests from the gave a small bark and ran after them
"Now then Love, what would you like to do, we have some time before you go to sleep."
"Must I, I've only just gotten you back, I want to spend more time with you." Ciel said sadly.
"I want to be with you too love, that doesn't change the fact that you need sleep." Rachel pulled him into s tight hug.
"I promise you Ciel, when you wake up, I will be here for you. I'm never going to leave you again, no matter what."
"Can't I have a little more time, please?" A hint of fear could be heard in the boy's voice. Sebastian returned and joined them in the room.
"Ciel, whatever is the matter?"
"I don't want to sleep. I-I never want to." The young boy sobbed. The older demon placed his arms around his family.
"What are you so frightened of?" He asked softly as Rachel leaned into him.
"You both won't be here when I wake up. I can't do it again." He tightened his grip on his mother's sleeves. Sebastian's heart broke, though glad to have her, the rejoining of the Phantonhives seemed only to add to Ciel's fear.
"My son, your mother and I love you dearly. She and I will always be here,please believe that."
"I did once."Rachel could feel tears in her own eyes.
"It's all over now Ciel. The worst has already happened, I can't blame you for being afraid but please try to understand." She said stroking the Earl's hair softly.
"Things are different now." Sebastian comforted.
"No, they're going to come again, they'll take you both away and vincent. Tanaka and the servants will-"
"Be just fine. I am here now and no one will come. You have witnessed the things I am capable of doing love, there is nothing that a hundred men or more could ever do. I will do everything I have to to keep you all safe, and the servants are not exactly helpless. No one will ever take either of you from me, ever again." Sebastian vowed.
"Don't want to-"
"Hush my dear, why don't we read a story together, that always helps." Rachel suggested in an attempt to be cheerful.
"That is a wonderful idea, we could read until you have fallen asleep Ciel." Sebastian picked the boy up allowing him to rest his head on his shoulder.
"Will you stay with me, both of you?"
"Absolutely. When you wake, you will see that we have not gone anywhere." The family journeyed to the library where they allowed Ciel to select three books before he was carried to his room, where he was tucked in with Vincent.
Rachel leaned back beside him as Sebastian lowered himself on the side closest to the door.
"Now then, which would you like to start with?"
"R-Robin Hood."
"Excellent choice my dear." Rachel smiled again stroking his hair soothingly. Sebastian opened the book.
"Wait, are you sure It's-"
"Nothing will get past me Ciel, that is why I chose this side. Should someone attempt to enter that does not belong, they will not get far." Ciel yawned sleepily and nodded as his father allowed his eyes to flash red.
Sebastian cleared his throat and began to read, in no time at all, Ciel was asleep between them.
The older demon laid back on his side with his back to the door. Rachel smiled at him.
"Well, this seems very familiar. It is wonderful to be back again." He said moving closer.
"Yes, just as it should be. I've missed this Sebastian." She said, her attention turned to the sleeping boy.
"Goodnight my treasure, you are loved so very much. Sweet dreams Ciel, we'll see you in the morning."
A/N first I want to offer an apology to Dark Ace Raven. Naming the puppy Vincent was their suggestion and I forgot to mention it in that chapter. So I'm terribly sorry and thanks for your suggestion. Also thanks everyone for the support on this and I hope you are still enjoying it. I realize It's getting to be a bit long. 86 reviews... Wow thanks everyone, this is my most reviewed story I'm honored.