Author's Note: So I got a review on chapter 12 (Yes 12 because Chapter "1" was a preface and chapter 1 comes after the preface) asking on Ciel's romantic feelings in this. I found it interesting because she explained that it made her sad on how Rayne's feelings were played with.

One thing I feel that makes Ciel a little ooc when it comes to romantic novels is that Ciel returns the characters feelings right away or in lovey-dovey fashion. -nothing against romace stories- and I guess after watching Book of Circus it made me realize how much of a...how should I put this..psychotic, dark, and complicated character Ciel was. -That ending tho-

Ciel to me is a character that knows he isn't going to have a happy ending so he doesn't make an effort for one. He's probably asexual and so his romantic feelings are in a protective matter when needed. HOWEVER this is a semi-slow-romance story so he will return her feelings. But it will be..when the time comes for it you know? With of course hinted and special moments. I want this story to be unique and I'm quite proud with the way things are flowing. Or you know my fingers may end up typing a romantic scene later.. so anyways! Your question will be answered in this chapter which will be in Ciel's pov about the previous chapter. -YES THAT MEANS YOU HAVE TO WAIT FOR HIS REACTION mwahahaha-

I hope that answers your question as far as romance and please review on your thoughts/suggestions/ why you agree and why you disagree. I think this calls for an interesting discussion guys!

~Ciel Phantomive~

Rayne was drifting away, she rolled her eyes back and had begun to fall. I gasped and caught her in my arms. Why was this girl so difficult all the time!?

Couldn't she just answer the question and we'd be done with?

I held the girl in my arms with a small struggle, she was heavier than she looked. "Se..Sebast..chan." I stammered as the demon walked over and picked Rayne up from my arms.

Her held her bridal style and stared down into her face, he looked as baffled as I was.

"What's wrong with her..?" I panted.

"She's asleep. " Sebastian pressed his palm onto her forehead. "And has a fever."

I looked up at the demon, then to Rayne. A fever? At this time? "Well take care her."

Sebastian walked away; after a minute I followed him to her room.

He was laying the girl on her bed carefully, a wet rag on her forehead. "It seems to me that she's dead tired."

"Well? What are we gonna to do until then?" I stood by the door, leaning against it and observing. Though I was speaking to the demon my eyes were Rayne. She looked tried even in her sleep. Curled up, breathing heavy.

Sebastian straightened, "Seems to me like- oh?"

His eyes went to Rayne as she began to fidget. Her breathing went off course and she twitched. Sebastian couldn't tell what was going on, he just stared at her. I did too but appeared less concerned.

She was uncomfortable, surely it wasn't the bed-

"Ciel..." It was the faintest whisper but we both heard it. Through Rayne's shake she whispered my name. I stared at her sleeping form in slight confusion. My name? She needed me?

Though at times she was pitiful too me, staring at her shivering..it was unpleasant. She called my name when I had been nothing more than above her. I treated her like a child and yet she calls my name?

"Sebastian.. she's uncomfortable. Move her to my bed." It was a demand that came out of my mouth before I had the chance to change it.

Sebastian went to act but paused; he sneered. "What?" I asked.

"Hm? Oh. I'll be sure to keep it from Lady Elizabeth that a girl slept in your bed.." as he picked Rayne up he added, "Twice."

I rolled my eyes and looked away, damn demon.

As expected Rayne calmed down. She laid comfortably and calm. I watched her by the bedside with a frown. Through everything I've gone through never had something intrigued me more than this girl.

She hugged the pillow like her own, and seemed unbiased that I was standing over her. I closed my eyes and chuckled, brushing my chin as I walked away.

In my office, Sebastian waited for me by the window. I sat in the chair and leaned over. "We still haven't gotten an answer.."

"Yes. Should I try asking her?" Sebastian pressed his hand into the chair's headrest.

"It won't work. I'll have to be the one to ask." I balanced my chin on my fist as I thought, "But we'll have to play dirty."

I gave the demon an expected look and he closed his eyes in agreement.

"She has feelings for me. We'll have to use that to our advantage." I spoke blatantly, but I felt terrible. I considered this girl my friend. She was suspicious and intrigued me. She acted like a lost child and looked up to me.

But I had a feeling she was too pitiful of a character to give them to me plainly.

"You can try. But eventually I'll have to come in. I'll.." I paused as the daunting scene came into mind. To be honest, it was disturbing and difficult! "Ugh..I'll show her some compassion. But she'll see through it. I'll leave her to think it was an act so when she's relaxed..she'll be vulnerable. And she'll tell me."

Sebastian thought over the plan then nodded. "You want to victimize the victim? Interesting play of emotions."

"But." He added, "On what side of the game do your emotions lie?"

"Who cares about my feelings?" I stood up and walked towards the window, "My future is damned to hell anyway. Her Majesty is weary and it is our job to solve this case. My emotions in this don't matter." I kept my eyes out the window to keep Sebastian from seeing my frown.

It was harsh, I had a feeling Rayne will feel conflicted afterwards. But it had to be done. Sebastian bowed then left the office to check on Rayne.

When he left I sighed, where exactly my true feelings laid I couldn't even answer. However, seeing her like that. When she whispers my name of all others...I knew we were stuck together until the end.

I was about to fall asleep but was disturbed when Sebastian walked in. He stood by the door and I met his gaze. "Well?"

"Working with female children is..difficult."

God he tried to seduce a child. "Very well, I knew it would come to this." I got to my feet and walked out of the office. Getting there was easy, but walking in...

was a different story.

"So you're awake after all?" I said, walking up to the bed. She looked refreshed, she looked messy..and yet she still kept those eyes. Those soft eyes of innocence, of curiosity.

When she nodded I went ahead and removed the rag. This was out of my comfort zone however, being around that Viscount Creep has helped.

"Good. I see your fever is down." I placed the rag on the dresser. I noticed Rayne's eyebrows twitch, she was thinking. I just continued talking, trying to be as soothing as possible. "When Sebastian placed you in your room you only got worse. But when he placed you in here, on my bed, you got better."

This was different than talking to Lizzie in a calm matter. When she was upset and I made her feel better by talking sweetly. It was different because whenever she turned her back, my face would revert back into its grim state and I had no real feelings behind it.

But with Rayne now, talking calmly. It was almost a bit real, which was terrifying because I was here for answers.

Rayne gasped and I noticed the bumps forming on her arms. "Your bed?! Ciel..I."

"Relax. If it helped your fever who cares." I had to look away to keep my calm manner. I cared a little actually, Lizzie is going to kill me if she finds out.

I glanced back at Rayne. Then she'll kill her.

"Ciel. I'm sorry for this."

Rayne was sorry? For what? She's done nothing. Yes, she was difficult, but apologizing was a bit far.

I took a seat beside her. My lips forming into its dull smirk whenever I faked a nice comment, "Don't apologize. You are my guest. It's my job to take care of you." That was a bit too abnormal, I needed to fix it - "That is, until you leave."

Rayne seemed baffled, was she catching on or something? Quickly, I moved on, "Rayne. I need you to tell me where you came from."

She was thinking. Was she ever not thinking? She would always pause and analyze. She was always trying to impress me, to look better.

That's when her immaturity comes out. But she kept silent. I looked left sheepishly. Great, looks like I need to be more convincing. I needed to milk this.

I can do this. Ciel...you can do this. I shrugged and reached over. My hand pressed into her cheek and caressed her skin softly. "Rayne. Tell me now. It will help both our futures."

I put on a serious tone this time but she seemed too baffled to notice. I felt her stiffened up, and to be honest..so did I.

"Ciel." Rayne grabbed my hand and pulled it from her cheek. "You're right."

Just when I was having doubts she said that. My eye's widen and I let out sighed. 'Wow that actually worked!'

"You are perfectly right but. I'm not some dumb girl who lets others play with her feelings. You shouldn't be the one to use them either. Even if it does benefit both of us."

Ah, she did see through it. I was right about that. She was good at reading situations. She was a good player.

"You're not doing this right. Two can play at this game and if you want an answer by doing that. Then you have to at least be real with it!"

But now she was getting fed up. I gave a shocked look before covering up. I needed to switch to phase 2. The act wasn't over.

I chuckled and gave a satisfied smile. Part of which was real. "Hmph. I just wanted to give it try. You're quick to read the situation, I like that. Well played Rayne." That sentence was probably the realist thing I've ever said to her.

She bought it and relaxed, leaning against the pillows. "So you were faking it?"

It was easy to lie.

"Of course. That tatic is used by that damn butler. I guess I wanted to see if all girls were the same?"

"But you're different after all. "

I was back to faking it. I gave her a fake smirk and she bought it. She gave me a smile that made me feel bad on the inside.

"But seriously. I do need an answer at some point. You are a victim aren't you? You're experience will indeed help us." I pushed it.

"I know that. It's just..you may not quite get it."

"And that is...?" I leaned a bit closer.

She stared at me for a long time. Then finally, she spoke.

"I'm from the United States."

I chuckled, "Well that much is true."

"In the future."

Uh, what?

DONE! Please review! I said most of everything up in the author's note. OH but do tell me how my Ciel was in POV. Should I do it again? Was it ooc?

Until next time.