When I woke up, I was in my room. The one given to me by Ciel and Sebastian.
I crawled from the bed with a yawn; seeing another dress set out on my dresser. 'That Sebastian', I thought. At least he didn't dress me. I walked over to the dresser and quickly slipped on the gown. It was a navy blue, decorated in white bows.
Blue was quite a popular color in this mansion.
I peered out from the bedroom. The mansion- erm, manor was calm, not even a peep from the three servants. So I wandered, I walked until I heard the crashing of dishes.
This again; I knew who it was..but curiosity again took ahold, this time, for a different sound.
Voices, whispers, I recognized them, Ciel and Sebastian. Back in the office and obviously staying quiet, I stood behind the closed door, straining my ears to hear something.
"Good morning, Lady Rayne." Sebastian said, standing behind me. I jumped out of my skin, feeling goosebumps and shocked that I didn't make a noise.
"I didn't realize you were up, do you need anything?" He continued and I shook my head,
"Thought you were in there...with,"
"Oh, my master is having a meeting. Strictly business, it's best not to eavesdrop." His red eyes gave me a glare that sent spikes down my back. Then he smiled pleasantly and finished, "Why not you come with me and have tea until he finishes?"
I followed him down the hall, staying close by his lanky side, "Who is Ciel having a meeting with?" I asked, expecting a sigh from Sebastian but to my surprise, he didn't; he just stared ahead and replied,
"My master has been up all morning, talking to Lau."
"Who?"
"A chinese nobleman, he has a trading company and helps my master with his duties. Often on cases, quite like this one."
"The missing women." I mumbled,
"Precisely."
We were in the living room area now, and I sat on the couch, waiting as Sebastian returned with a tray of tea, a teacup and the pot of hot water. "I hope this Lau can help us out" I muttered.
"Oh don't worry. Lau hasn't failed us yet.." Sebastian gave me another grin, but with a serious undertone. Then he continued,
"You know my lady, we will get to the bottom of it. My master is most gracious at solving-"
He was cut off as Ciel entered the room, collapsing on the sofa in front of me and sighing loudly. "-difficult cases, master are you alright?" Sebastian said and Ciel huffed.
"Shut up! Let me rest." He looked up from the arm of the sofa and upon seeing me he straightened up quickly, fixing his eyepatch and smoothing out his clothes. "You didn't see- uh, nevermind that. Sorry I wasn't here to greet you this morning, I was busy."
"I heard." I said, taking a sip of the tea. What was this new tone? He was acting more his age. A bashful twelve year old being awkward in front of a girl. Ciel sighed, then looked down at my wrist.
I expected him to glare at me, but instead, he closed his eye and made an amused, 'hmph~' sound. I glanced down as well and realized the blue ribbon stilled tied perfectly around my wrist. I liked it, something about Ciel tying it on himself made this ribbon special to me.
"Master, Miss Elizabeth had contacted me. She wanted to meet for lunch.." Sebastian said, Ciel kept his head turned, "I can't. We have to go to that crime scene"
Sebastian smirked, his red eyes narrowing, "Very well.."
I perked up, but Ciel only slouched down. "Where is this crime scene?"
"It's at a park, not far from here. I believe Fred Abberline is keeping the victim company until we arrive."
"Oh" was my reply. Sebastian took the tray and disappeared off into the kitchen. I looked at Ciel who apparently realized I was staring.
But in reality I was thinking. Did he still not believe me? Gosh, he probably hated me more!
"What?"
"Nothing." I replied, Ciel rolled his eye. After a bit of silence, I finally spoke up.
" Uhm, what was your meeting about?."
Ciel looked amused, smiling and watching me with a mischievous look, "You should know Rayne. It's best not to meddle in people's business. Especially mine, you'll get yourself hurt, so stop protruding."
He was chastising me! I gave him a glare, then stood up, trying to look tall. "Protruding? This is my case too you know? And if your meeting was about that, then it is very much my business!"
Ciel gave a bored look, leaning on his side, "Oh? Getting arrogant are we?"
"Arrogant? You're the arrogant one! You, you-" I stepped forward but slipped on my dress. I fell short, landing on the small jerk I was fussing at! My hands were pressed into the cushion of the sofa, and when I pushed myself back, me and Ciel were touching noses. His blue eye was glaring at me, and I probably looked too shocked to focus.
"You're clumsy. But you're also correct, I am arrogant. However, you are stubborn." He replied; there was some sort of weird tension..being so close.
Sebastian cleared his throat, blushing lightly. "Master, Lady Rayne. This is no time for games."
Ciel was shaking, then pushed me off, I tumbled to the floor as he stood up and brushed his clothes off.
"It was nothing. Meant nothing, we weren't- nothing. Sebastian, take her to the carriage I'll be right there."
Sebastian did as told, like that was any different, I was left feeling like crap as I followed the butler out. My face was hot, and I was positive I was blushing. (I think Ciel was blushing too) The butler led me to the carriage, looking a bit annoyed. "You know, my master is betrothed?" He said and I shook,
"No, no. I mean, yeah...I know. Just, it was an accident."
"I was just gonna say, you should work on your clumsiness." He smirked at me, and I returned it. Yeah, with all of these big dresses I keep wearing! How can I not trip!? Ciel met us by the carriage and went inside first. He didn't speak to me, nor say anything the entire ride.
But then, when we arrived at the park. Sebastian got out and helped his master. When I slid over to be escorted out, shivers went up my spine as I grabbed Ciel's hand. I stared at him; expecting a glare, until I realized that it was his doing to lead me out. He closed his eye and tugged me forward; calmly helping me out of the carriage.
When I touched the ground I slipped my hand from his grasp and looked away. What was that all about? Ciel cleared his throat, "Where is this crime scene?"
"Over there young master." Sebastian turned us toward the crowd of men in suits. Some were in 1800s police gear, others resembled Sherlock. Ciel fixed his coat then began strutting along.
I followed behind, Sebastian at my side as we neared the sight. The whole atmosphere changed when we stepped into the ring of bodies. It seemed like this was no area for a child, but then I looked at Ciel.
This was Ciel Phantomhive we were talking about. The Queen's most trusted 'guard dog'. A man turned around, he had a moustache and auburn hair. Ciel met eyes with him and all of a sudden had a new look.
A look that gave off a dark aura, even his smirk implied that he wasn't here for games.
" Earl Ciel Phantomhive?!" The man's tone seemed almost shocked.
Ciel only stared up with a smirk, "Fred Abberline. I think you know why I am here?"
Fred gave a nervous look, but quickly fixed his posture and grinned. "Why of course! The girl is quite shy, but hopefully you can get something out of her! " Fred stepped aside to allow us through.
I followed behind closely, the Fred guy gave me an odd look. Once we passed a group of chatting men, I stepped aside anxiously to meet the new victim. But her back was turned, she had fiery orange hair in a ponytail, and an attire that I recognized all too well.
Red tank top and jean shorts. (Talk about modern era) At our footsteps, the girl turned around. She had a heavily frecked face, and green eyes. But her eyes had a blandness to them. Actually, she was staring straight at me.
"Hello." She said blankly and Ciel repeated the word generously.
But she kept her eye contact with me, "You're like me..aren't you?"
There you go! This new characte is dedicated to my friend who wanted to put in her own OC. I have a really good plot line for her which ties in well. AND I have already foreseen her ending. So yeah, thanks again for sticking with me!
Until next time.