Me: Hello, my dear readers! I hope you haven't lost your patience with me yet…
Sebby: You take an eternity to write your stupid story, I'm sure that they are upset!
Me: Yes, I know. I'm really sorry for the long wait. Anyway, I got three reviews for chapter 4! You know what that means~~!
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Sebby: Wait, what?!
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Sebby: See? I told you she's crazy, she does this to me, but she doesn't even own Kuroshitsuji or its characters!
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Chapter 5 – One hell of a party
"Alecto, wake up! Come back! Do not let all my efforts vanish now, please come back to me!"
I curled up, awaiting some form of pain. Surprisingly, it didn't hurt. I opened my eyes puzzled.
I lay on a bed, my head placed in someone's lap. I looked up and saw a relieved expression in Sebastian's face. I sat up and turned towards him. When I saw his condition, my eyes grew wide in shock. His white shirt was covered in blood and he looked exhausted.
"Se-Sebastian, what happened to you?!" I asked.
He wiped away the sweat on his forehead and sent me a tired smile. "Do not worry, Alecto." He said while patting my head. "This is not my blood. It is yours…"
"What?!" I looked at him horrified. "What happened?"
His mood darkened when he began to explain.
"Our dear guest was not who – or better what – he seemed to be. He is a 'Scorpio', a creature somewhere between vampires and demons. They poison their victims then with their stinger they suck out the life force the human loses during the illness caused by the toxin. When the victim dies, they devour the body and the soul." He sighed. "Since attacking you was very imprudent, I assume that Lord Heathcliff joined the Scorpios not long ago."
"Joined?" I asked confused.
"Yes, a human can become a Scorpio by drinking their poison. It is only deadly, if injected into blood. I checked if Heathcliff was human before he visited and did not expect him to be anything supernatural."
"But why am I alive? I thought he injected the poison in me?"
"I sucked the intoxicated blood out little by little."
"You sucked my blood?! But aren't you poisoned or a Scorpio now?"
Sebastian smiled tiredly. "It is okay. I am a demon; therefore I cannot transform into a Scorpio. Their Poison is only slightly poisonous for me. I may a bit weaker than usual; it is like a small cold for me. You do not have to worry…" Just after he said this, his eyelids shut and he fell forward.
I managed to catch his head before it hit the ground. An almost invincible demon fainting right in front of me – why do thing like this always happen to me?!
I tried to carry Sebastian to the bed – at least his current state was my fault – but failed to lift the huge butler, so I simply put one of his arms around my neck and dragged him with me. I collided with several objects and the walls but since Sebastian was unconscious, the chance of a punishment was quite low.
I sat down on the bed, trailing Sebastian behind me. It looked painful how his body slid over the edge on the bed and I thanked all gods I knew of that he passed out, because if he was awake he would probably kill me for dragging him over the floor onto a bed.
Carefully I placed Sebastian's head in my lap and caressed his beautiful face. It was covered in sweat and his skin was hot and feverish. The stupid butler was ill and to think it was it all as my fault!
I was not sure if I should call Ciel, he was always so busy and after all, Sebastian was only a servant. The idiot trio would make everything worse, so I was the only one that could help the butler at the moment.
He was a demon and not easy to kill, which was very useful, since the only medication I could use properly was Aspirin – which unfortunately wasn't invented yet.
The only way to get the demon back to full health again was using the last bit sanity and reason that wasn't overpowered by fangirlism.
He was hot – yay, for double meanings – so the best thing to do was cooling him down.
I went to the bathroom next to the room we were in, to get a bowl with cold water and a washcloth.
I knelt next to Sebastian, carefully wiping the sweat out of his face. I placed another cloth on his forehead, before removing his tailcoat, tie and waistcoat, leaving him in his shirt. I flirted with the thought of removing the shirt too, but I stopped at the third button, my face burning red with embarrassment.
I watched Sebastian sleeping peacefully when my eyelids became heavy and I fell asleep next to the demon butler.
~Sebastian's P.O.V. ~
When I woke up, I felt relaxed very relaxed which wasn't very common. I tried to sit up, but something blocked my arm. I looked next to me and smiled. Alecto lay curled up next to me, clutching my arm.
She was actually very cute when she was asleep… No, wait! I'm sorry, my tongue slipped. What I wanted to say was that she was much less of a nuisance when she was asleep.
I heard my Young Master call for me and stood up, quickly dressed myself and went to the Young Master, leaving Alecto on the bed.
Politely, I knocked on the study door.
"Young Master?"
"Come in"
I opened the door and walked in.
~Third person's P.O.V. ~
Sebastian walked into the room and bowed with his hand placed over his heart.
"What do you wish for, Young Master?"
The young man behind the desk smirked. "I want you to set up a dance party for tomorrow night. It is time for checkmate."
"Of course, my Young Lord."
"Oh, and Sebastian?"
"My Lord?"
Ciel smirked at his butler.
"You are allowed to escort Alecto to the party.'
The demon's eyes widened.
"Why did you mention this, Young Master?"
"Oh, nothing in particular. You two seem to be getting along very well recently…"
"If I may ask, what gave you that impression, young Master?"
Ciel's smirk grew bigger.
"Last time, I checked, you two were cuddling in a bed"
It was so silent that you can hear Sebastian gritting his teeth.
"Was that all, small br…- Young Master?"
"Yes, you are dismissed."
The demon left the room and Ciel began to write invitations. He smiled. He was famous for his last-minute-parties.
~Alecto's P.O.V. ~
"You wanted to talk to me, Chibi-Earl?" I asked while walking into the study.
"Yes, it is about tomorrow night's dance party. And would you please stop calling me 'Chibi-Earl'? I am as tall as you!"
"Yes, unfortunately, you are." I sighted. "You are growing so fast, I have to take advantage of the situation as long as I can, since I promised to stop calling you by that cute nickname when you're taller than me."
Ciel laughed.
"I am sure you'll grow someday, too."
"No!" I pouted. "I was always short and stopped growing at 14! It's frustrating! I'm the true Chibi here, you are just a late starter in the matter of growing or Sebastian put some super effective drugs in your morning tea!"
The Earl ruffled my hair.
"All right, Chibi-Maid, but now to the business talk…"
Chibi-Maid?! Plagiarism!
Ciel, who couldn't hear my mental protest, continued:
"Sebastian found out that Lord Heathcliff is just a pawn in the game, but we organized this dance party to lure out his king."
I nodded, sighing, that I understood.
"This is when you enter the game. I cannot tell you more at the moment, but you can trust me. You'll never be in real danger."
Ciel looked very serious, what made me feel uneasy.
What did he mean with 'real danger'?"
"Alec, can you sing?" he asked me.
"I guess so…" I shrugged.
"Very well, do you mind to perform at my party?"
What could I possibly perform for an 18th century audience?! I smirked. Lady Gaga was worth a try, especially if I wore the same outfits like her…
Or even better: Gangnam style! I burst out in laugher, when I imagined all the nobles dancing this stupid dance in their dresses and long gowns.
Ciel looked at me in bewilderment.
"What is so funny?"
"Nothing" I giggled. "I just imagined what would happen if I sang a 21st century song at your party."
"Please do nothing that could ruin my reputation."
"Relax, Chibi-Earl. I would never do something that can put you in trouble." I assured him.
"That would be all then. I already got a dress for you; all you need to do now is visit Maylene and check if it fits."
"Thank you, Ciel!" I hugged him closely, but something caught my interest.
"Why did you send Maylene? Usually, Sebastian would help me with dresses."
Ciel smirked.
"So you would prefer being dressed by him?"
My face flushed deep red.
"N-N-No, of course not! That wasn't what I w-wanted t-to say- erm – I – err… I'll be going!" I stuttered and ran out of the room.
~In Alecto's room~
The dress was breathtaking.
It was a dark green and glittered slightly. The décolletage was decorated with small black roses and it was sleeveless. It was very long and waved around me, but surprisingly, I could move well in it.
Once I wore the dress I felt like Miss Universe. Where was my old self, the one who detested dresses?
Humming Maylene checked if the dress fitted correctly and turned back to me with a bright smile.
"Everything fits perfectly, yes it does!" She said. "You're so beautiful, yes you are!"
"Thank you!" I hugged her.
~next evening, third person's P.O.V. ~
Maylene ran through the hallways, searching for the butler.
"Mister Sebastian, Mister Sebastian!"
The butler walked towards the maid, obviously annoyed by the ruckus.
"What happened?"
"It's Alecto!" Maylene sobbed. "I broke a brush in her hair!"
Sebastian facepalmed, but a part of him understood the maid. He used his demon strength when he put the girl's hair in two plaits.
"It is okay" he sighed. "Keep her hair down, use only a hair band, maybe made from the leftover fabric from the dress. Now leave! The guests will be arriving soon."
"Yes, Sir!"
~a few hours later, Sebastian's P.O.V. ~
The party was on its climax and everyone was chatting happily when a slight breeze floated through the ballroom and all guest silenced while staring at a last person joining the party.
Even I was breathless and almost let the tray I was holding drop.
Alecto stood on top of the stairs, a slight blush on her face. Her dress put her body in a perfect hourglass shape and her deep red hair was floating behind her back like a bloody waterfall. I had never seen a more beautiful creature in my entire life…
Once, I steadied myself I went next to her and took her arm.
"You look absolutely stunning, Miss Alecto" I complimented her.
~Alecto's P.O.V. ~
I blushed heavily.
"Thank you, Sebastian!" I said shyly. Why had it made me so happy, that he called me beautiful?
"Uhm, Sebastian?"
"Yes, Miss Alecto?"
"Do you mind calling me simply by my name? After all…You saved my life…"
I looked up and saw the demon blushing. I felt like Jesus – I made a demon blush like a little schoolgirl!
"I would be honored, my dear." He said and let me down the stairs to a small stage, where Ciel was already waiting.
"My dear guests!" He shouted in the room and all eyes turned towards him. "I feel honored that you all joined my spontaneous party. As a little present for you I persuaded this awesome little lady to sing us a song. Please enjoy yourselves!"
The audience clapped and Ciel left the stage to go and stand next to a good-looking blond girl. I smiled at the orchestra. I hummed the melody of the song I was about to sing. Yesterday I sang it to them and they were able to play it tonight! They were awesome musicians!
I cleared my throat and closed my eyes when the orchestra began to play and the nobles started dancing.
Then, I began to sing.
My Obsession by Cinema Bizarre
[Youtube: watch?v=EliHyYUTzS4]
If you want me to listen whisper
If you want me to run just walk
Wrap your name in lace and leather
I can hear you
You don't need to talk
Let us make a thousand mistakes
'Cause we will never learn
You're my obsession
My fetish, my religion
My confusion, my confession
The one I want tonight
You're my obsession
The question and conclusion
You are
You are
You are
My fetish you are
You can kiss me with your torture
Tie me up to golden chains
Leave me beggin' undercover
Wrong or right
It's all role play
Let us make a thousand mistakes
We will never learn
You're my obsession
My fetish, my religion
My confusion, my confession
The one I want tonight
You're my obsession
The question and conclusion
You are
You are
You are
My fetish you are
Come to me tonight
your my Obsession
My fetish my Religion
You're my obsession
My fetish, my religion
My confusion, my confession
The one I want tonight
You're my obsession
The question and conclusion
You are
You are
You are
My fetish you are
When the song ended, the whole room clapped and I curtsied before leaving the stage.
I sat down in a dark corner, not really wanting anyone near me when a man tapped my shoulder. I turned around to see who disturbed me. It was a man who looked like he was about 20 years old. He had black hair tied back in a ponytail and a few bangs hanging in his face.
He was quite good-looking, but I had a hard job not to laugh. He looked like he was cosplaying Itachi Uchiha!
"I'm Dimitry Stoker" he introduced himself. "May I have this dance?"
"Uhm, sure…" As if I would miss out the chance of dancing with Itachi's reincarnation!
He took my hand and led me to the dance floor.
When I danced with Lord Stoker and thanked my mother that she forced me to take lessons in classical dances last year. My mother…
Usually, I wasn't a person who got easily homesick, but I had to admit, that I began to miss home, my parents, my friends and even my silly older brother!
A tear rolled down my cheek and I turned my face away.
"Excuse me, please" I said with a trembling voice and wanted to leave the ballroom but Stoker held my hand.
"I could never leave a crying lady alone. Why do we not visit the garden? I am sure if you talk about your problems you will feel better."
Without waiting for my answer, Lord Dimitry Stoker practically dragged me with him.
When we reached the garden, he slowed down.
"It is a wonderful garden, isn't it?" he asked with a charming smile.
"Yes, indeed, it is" I answered and smiled back. I admired Sebastian for setting this all up, he really was one hell of a butler – or should I say gardener in this case?
The further we walked into the garden, the more I was impressed. Lord Stoker suddenly stopped and I almost bumped into him. We stand in front of a giant maze.
Just when Sebastian did planted it?! I was sure that it hadn't been there a few days ago…
"Milady?"
I smiled and let Stoker take my hand, following him into the maze.
"So, do you want to talk about your problems? I am sure that you will feel better if you share them."
Good God, he really stuck to his guns! What was so interesting about my problems?!
"Well, l used to live far away and left my home and family because an English friend of mine needed help. My only problem is that I miss my relatives" I explained, careful not to reveal too much.
I sat down on a bench but Dimitry wasn't satisfied with my answer and took the place next to me.
"I can tell that this is not the whole truth, darling"
Darling?! I met him a few hours ago and he already called me darling?! And people said that guys in the 21st century were straight forward…
"Do you want a distraction, little lady?" Before I could react, Dimitry had pulled me onto his lap.
"You will enjoy this" he whispered and licked my neck. I shuddered. Forget everything, what you heard about men in the 19th century! Proper and polite? Ha! Everyone I met so far was a hopeless pervert!
I wanted to push him away when I sensed a pressure on my neck, followed by a stitch like someone pricked me with a needle. It took me a moment to realize that there were no needles but teeth. Lord Dimitry Stoker was a freaking vampire! Quite ironic, after all the author of 'Dracula' was named Stoker, too.
Dimitry began to suck my blood and I heard myself moan against my will.
"Heathcliff really got hold of a little delicacy"
Heathcliff? Does that mean Dimitry Stoker was the man Ciel was searching for? Does that mean that sneaky little Earl used me as bait?!
Hell, if I survived this, I would have a little talk with him until he doesn't know what hit him!
Suddenly a knife flew through the air and Stoker stopped sucking my blood. He stood up holding me in front of him like a shield.
My sight was blurry from the loss of blood and I couldn't stand by myself so I just hung in Dimitry's arms like a broken puppet.
"Let go off her immediately" a voice demanded. I recognized it as Sebastian's.
I looked up and saw him holding the Phantomhive silverware between his fingers. He looked like a ninja who just escaped the Naruto anime.
Dimitry chuckled.
"My, my, Sebastian. Do you have the guts to aim at me while I'm holding your precious little toy?"
The demon tsked.
"She's amusing, but after all, she's just a human"
The vampire smirked.
"Oh, is that so? Well, then I assume it's not a problem for you if I do this"
He bit my neck brutally and caused me to scream.
"Such an amusing little torture, don't you agree, Sebastian?" the vampire whispered. "And now, when I think more about it, it would be a lot better if I took her with me. I could drink her blood all day long or even let her drink mine. You know what would happen, right? She would be my toy then – for eternity. I could do anything I want with her – and it would be your fault, Sebastian."
Sebastian closed his eyes. I was afraid of what would happen next. What if Sebastian surrendered? What if he started a fight with Dimitry even if I was used as a shield? Well, either way it didn't looked very bright for me.
In the next moment, Sebastian dashed forward and snatched me away from the vampire holding me bridal style.
"It is as you said earlier" the demon smirked. "She is my toy and I really don't like sharing!"
He tossed one of the knives towards the vampire. It pierced his head and Lord Stoker sent us a last surprised gaze before he fell down and turned into dust.
Sebastian looked satisfied.
"I should fight vampires more often" he said to himself. "They are a lot easier to clean up than other species…"
He set me down.
"Alecto, are you alright?"
Think, demon, think! I just got 70% of my blood sucked out. How could I possibly feel after something like that?
I wanted to snap at him but I just rolled my eyes – because of energy saving matters.
I was surprised, when he smiled and ruffled my hair.
"It is okay, Alecto. Don't worry; I'll take you to a safe place"
He lifted me up again and I instinctively wrapped my arms around his neck.
He carried me to the house and stopped in a room I didn't recognize.
Sebastian placed me on the soft bed and turned around to join Ciel's party again.
"Wait" I whispered "Where am I?"
"This is my room. I hardly use it, so you can stay here for a while. It's a lot safer than your own."
"Sebastian?"
"Yes, Alecto?"
"Could you please stay with me? I don't want to be alone"
The demon smiled softly before removing his tailcoat and lay down next to me.
I took me a moment before I dared to move closer to him. He didn't seem to dislike it; he even placed his arm around me in a protective manner.
Sebastian chuckled when I snuggled even closer to him and I felt his broad chest vibrating next to me. With a small blush on my face I drifted to sleep.
Okay, thank you for reading! This is the end of the first arc; I know that it could have been better… I began to write the next chapter yesterday, but I don't know when I can finish it. I hope that you review to tell me your opinion about the story/the chapter!