Kuroshitsuji (Altheras & Kika988)
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				Title: <strong>Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 03:14:07</strong>
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				Ciel opened his eyes with a frustrated growl. He couldn't sleep -- this seemed to be a growing problem of late. It had started about a week ago when he started having trouble falling asleep in the evening, a problem easily remedied by some chamomile tea or warm vanilla milk. Then he'd started waking up early in the morning, before Sebastian had even shown up to open his drapes, and now he seemed to be unable to stay asleep for very long at all, despite a bone-deep weariness that had left him with dark circles under his eyes for the past two days. <br><br>It was terribly unbecoming for the head of the Phantomhive family. <br><br>The young noble turned in bed, sighing at the pink-orange glow coming in around the edges of the drapes. With the sun apparently edging its way over the horizon, it seemed pointless to try to get back to sleep now. He reached for the small bell he kept by his bed and lifted it just enough to ring it with a quick flick of his wrist. Might as well go ahead and get started for the day, if he was going to be awake anyway.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 03:34:18</strong>
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				The butler appeared almost instantly in his door, coming inside and shutting it behind him. Curiously he was carrying a tray with tea and scones on it for the morning breakfast, as if he had already know when Ciel would wake up. Indeed it was rather like Sebastian to predict such things. He had noticed his young master's trouble sleeping lately, and he found himself wondering what could cause it. All the same, it was his duty to serve him whenever he was awake, and he wanted to make him as comfortable as he could. The young Earl would no doubt be grumpy from his lack of sleep.<br><br>The demon walked to his bedside and offered him a bed tray which sat over his legs so that he might have his breakfast in bed. He wanted his young master to at least feel comfortable and rested a bit longer, even if he did not sleep. He crossed over to the drapes and tugged them back to reveal the brilliant sunrise. He then turned back to face Ciel and offered him a small bow of his head. "Good morning, young master. I have chosen blueberry tea blended right here in the English countryside, coupled with blueberry scones for this morning's breakfast. I thought perhaps they would suit you well."<br><br>He paused for a moment, already knowing the answer to his upcoming question, but it was a butler's duty to ask. "How did you sleep, my lord?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 04:06:21</strong>
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				"As if you do not already know," Ciel replied irritably as he shifted his position in bed so that he was sitting more upright. He tried a sip of the blueberry tea, and found it sweetened perfectly to his taste, as was to be expected of his butler. "I fear my lack of sleep will soon begin affecting my daily activities; I cannot seem to get more than an hour's worth of sleep before I wake up, and then it can take me another hour before I sleep again." He bit into a blueberry scone and felt his mood lift a bit, though he refused to let it show on his face. "Are there no sleeping remedies you know of to help me sleep <em>through</em> the night?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 04:30:50</strong>
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				The demon tilted his head in thought, he knew of many sleep remedies, but some of them were illegal and others were dangerous. He had to be careful to choose the right one for his young master.<br><br>"There are many things we could try, my lord. It may be easier for us to choose the right solution when we figure out what it is that is causing your lack of sleep. Are you feeling uncomfortable, or having bad dreams? Has the bed or your pillow developed an unpleasant lump? Perhaps there is something you want that you do not have? Could there be a certain thing you think about when you wake unexpectedly?"<br><br>The butler decided to pause in his questioning, knowing that if he overwhelmed the young Earl with too many questions at once, he would likely end up frustrating the sleep deprived Phantomhive. "Whatever it is, I will find a solution, my lord."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 04:49:05</strong>
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				Ciel huffed and glanced up to meet Sebastian's eyes. "If I knew the cause, I would have said so already." He sighed almost inaudibly as he finished off his scone. "The bed is fine, and I don't recall thinking of any particular thing that I want when I wake up -- other than more sleep," he added ironically. "And no nightmares, that I remember afterward anyway." His tea only half finished, he gestured impatiently for the tray to be cleared away. "What is my schedule for today?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 05:02:04</strong>
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				Sebastian frowned at his master's answers, surely they were missing something. His red eyes narrowed in thought as he crossed the room to clear the tray from his master's lap, placing it on the bedside table for now. He would carry it to the kitchen to be cleaned later. For now he had to tend to getting Ciel up and ready for the day.<br><br>"Today's plan includes lunch with an interested investor, and a violin lesson with me at your liesure. I took the opportunity to clear the less important things from your schedule, my lord. You seem rather tired as of late, and I thought perhaps we might get you out of the house today. Perhaps we could take a shopping trip into London? I think the fresh air would do you some good, and you haven't picked up any new outfits in some time." He smiled, and bowed before Ciel. "Shall I dress you now, young master?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 05:41:29</strong>
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				"That's fine," Ciel agreed as he swung his legs over the side of the bed. "I'll take my violin lesson this morning, to free up the afternoon for the shopping trip. You can brief me on the investor after the lesson." Though he wouldn't admit it, the thought of a shopping trip did perk him up a bit. He hated picking out clothes, but as long as Sebastian made the actual decisions of what he should wear while Ciel only had to try them on, he could enjoy the slide of luxurious fabrics against his skin. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 07:17:57</strong>
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				Sebastian nodded and got down on one knee before the young earl. He unbuttoned his sleeping shirt and slipped it off of his shoulders, laying it carefully to the side. He then produced the deep blue outfit he had picked out for the day and tugged the lacey undershirt over Ciel's head, carefully doing up the buttons one by one. "Is blue alright for today, young master, or would you prefer a different outfit?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-11-2010, 18:04:39</strong>
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				"The blue is fine." He knew he looked good in blue, and hoped that might offset the physical signs of the lack of sleep he had been experiencing. He frowned, already feeling exhausted from the simple act of eating breakfast. "Sebastian, tell me if I start acting odd or looking tired today when we are out. I do not wish to appear weak in public." It galled him to even have to issue such a command, but better for him to suffer slight embarrassment here in front of Sebastian, than even more somewhere in London later. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 03:11:09</strong>
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				The demon bowed his head in response to his master's order. "Yes, my lord."<br><br>Sebastian continued with dressing the young Earl, tugging his overshirt on carefully and straightening it, being sure that it was completely free of wrinkles. He then offered Ciel's pants for him to step into, tugging them up around him and seeing that they were fastened properly. The butler was truly starting to worry about his young master. The lack of sleep he had suffered in the past weeks was unlike him, and it could not be doing his health any good. Whatever the case, the demon would find out the cause, and remedy it.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 07:11:57</strong>
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				Ciel held himself stiffly erect as Sebastian dressed him -- or at least he tried to. As tired as he was his balance was not the best, so he swayed forward, brushing against his butler's gloved hands a time or two, drawing a light blush to his cheeks. When he stepped into his pants, he had to reach out and balance himself with a hand on Sebastian's shoulder, though he removed it as soon as he had both feet on the ground. Once he had the pants on, he waved dismissively at the jacket. "I'll wear the jacket after the violin lesson; it is rather uncomfortable to play in. Is the music room prepared for the lesson?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 08:10:50</strong>
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				The butler nodded, seeming to pay no attention to Ciel's touches. He was used to being close to his master, and even if he did not often touch him, it did not seem out of the ordinary for him to do so.<br><br>"Everything is in order of course, my lord."<br><br>He tugged Ciel's stockings and shoes onto his feet as he always did, careful to make certain there were no wrinkles in the fabric. Every inch of his master's skin was perfect and delicate. He did not wish to risk him getting a blister from a wrinkled stocking inside of his shoe. <br><br>The demon then got to his feet, draping the jacket over his arm and gesturing to the door. "After you, young master."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 08:43:59</strong>
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				If Ciel had to suppress a shudder as Sebastian's hand ran up his leg to smooth his stocking, he chose to believe it was due solely to a momentary chill in the air. Sebastian was, after all, only his butler, and not someone who could possibly draw such a reaction from him, no matter how attractive his human form might be. <br><br>Ciel's only acknowledgment that Sebastian had spoken at all was to stand and lead the way out of the room, striding confidently through the halls in the way only a true noble, a true Phantomhive, could do. He paused at the head of the stairs when he heard something that sounded disturbingly like the crash of breaking china coming from the dining hall. He managed to resist the urge to roll his eyes, but allowed himself a sigh. "Those three..." He shook his head before continuing to the music room. <br><br>Once Ciel entered the music room, he moved to the music stand and waited for the violin to be brought to him. He did not mind playing, but the care that had to do into such a fickle instrument -- the tightening of the bow hair, the cleaning and tuning of each string, slicking the length of the bow with the hardened gob of sticky rosin -- seemed tedious to him, and was therefore something he always left to his butler. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 09:08:27</strong>
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				Sebastian looked mildly disgruntled at the sound of the crash, it was no doubt something he would have to clean up later. Even if those three did try to clean up the mess, they would no doubt miss sharp shards of glass which could not be left laying around.<br><br>The demon had already prepared the violin earlier for his master's playing, but he picked it up all the same and pulled the bow across the strings, testing all of the notes to make sure it was still perfectly in tune. He frowned slightly at it, the last note sounding a little off. He guessed one of the other servants in the house might have touched the delicate instrument in his brief absence.<br><br>With a quick motion, he tightened one of the strings then drew the bow across the instrument a second time. This time it sounded perfect. He brought the instrument to his master and passed it to him gently, opening his song book to the latest piece of music they had been practicing. He thought his young master had been coming along rather well lately. "Will this do, my lord?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 09:30:41</strong>
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				Ciel glanced down to see that Sebastian had opened the book to Eine Kleine Nachtmusik, a particular favorite of his of late. He had learned the song, for the most part, and was working on fine-tuning the phrases and emotion of the song -- and of course perfecting the double-stops and hand position shifts that always gave him trouble due to his small hands. "That will be fine," Ciel agreed easily, and set about playing a few scales and arpeggios to warm up.<br><br>Once he felt he had sufficiently warmed up, Ciel launched into the dramatic opening of the song. It was hard for him to tell himself as he played, but the fact that he was too tired to put as much concentration into his phrasing as he normally did actually worked in his favor; the lack of intense concentration made the song flow more naturally, though it also meant he was a bit off on a few of the double-stopped notes, a fact that he <em>did</em> notice, causing an irritable scowl to form on his face by the time he was halfway through the piece. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 09:48:27</strong>
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				Sebastian put on his glasses, as he often did when teaching or tutoring. In truth he had no need of the glasses, he just felt they made him look more like a tutor and less like a butler. He noticed the offness on the double-stopped notes, but overall he thought the song sounded better than usual. It was flowing so naturally that he might have believed the young Phantomhive was composing the song as he went.<br><br>He was slightly disappointed to see the scowl on Ciel's face though. He had thought the Earl was playing rather well. He offered a reassuring smile and nodded for him to keep going. Sebastian loved the violin, he played very well himself. He had learned not long after the instrument was invented. Music was one of the demon's favorite things in the human world, and he knew how to play virtually every instrument there was. He was also quite a talented singer, though he had rarely shown this particular talent to humans.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>17-11-2010, 22:30:51</strong>
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				Ciel sighed as he finished, tucking the violin under his right arm and allowing the bow to dangle from his fingertips. "I am too tired to play that one properly," he announced. "Even you were to suggest improvements, I would not remember them by the time tomorrow's lesson got here."&nbsp; He tried to hide his frustration with himself at his failure to do this one simple task -- he had been playing the violin long enough that it should come as easily as breathing to him. He set about doing more scales and finger exercises, sometimes breaking into a song he had memorized part of before it dissolved back into an arpeggio. <br><br>He had been playing for a little over ten minutes when he stopped suddenly and held the instrument out to Sebastian. "I'm bored of this. I would rather hear you play."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 06:22:51</strong>
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				The demon sighed softly at him and nudged the glasses up on the bridge of his nose. "Young master, you will learn far more from playing yourself than you would from simply watching me play. Since you are tired and not feeling well though, perhaps I shall humor you, just this once." <br><br>He tugged the glasses off and sat them down on the stand beside him, making the transition from tutor to butler in one swift motion. He offered his master a devilish smile and took the instrument from him, propping the violin up against his shoulder and drawing the bow skillfully across the strings.<br><br>His body seemed to sway elegantly in time with the music as he played. It was not a known piece, and Ciel would not recognize it. It was something the demon had composed himself. The sound was somewhere on the edge between eerie and beautiful, and the butler played it perfectly, never missing a note. It sounded oddly elegant and human for a song written by a demon.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 06:53:03</strong>
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				"As if you have a choice," Ciel muttered, as much to himself as to his butler. He sat down on a nearby chaise lounge as Sebastian took his glasses off, and ignored the shudder that passed through him at the grin that was shot his way before he was relieved of the violin. He'd long since grown used to having such odd reactions to his butler, and had long since chosen to ignore them. What other option did he have that he could take and still maintain his dignity?<br><br>He settled back against the arm of the chaise, and propped his chin on his hand, and was immediately drawn in by the music. It was haunting and lovely, full of some emotion Ciel could not name. As he listened his eyes began to drift closed. He caught himself once, then twice, each time sitting up straight and paying close attention once more, but the third time he drifted off into a light doze, soothed by the beautiful music and the presence of his trusted butler.
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				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 07:25:32</strong>
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				Sebastian smiled as Ciel drifted off, continuing to play. He shifted to a new verse of the song, one that was less intense and more melodic. The tune was now gentle and soothing and would surely keep his master asleep for a time. Normally he would have been grumpy with the Earl for falling asleep in the middle of a lesson, but under the circumstances, he was actually rather pleased that his music had allowed his master more desperately needed rest.<br><br>He closed his eyes as he played, pouring out all of his feelings into the music. The demon almost appeared warm and peaceful as he did so, though there was no one around to see him. He was always fairly emotionless on the outside, but internally he experienced stronger emotions than most demons. The easiest way to express them, without fear of losing his dignity, was through the music. He would continue to play, no matter how long his master slept.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 07:41:33</strong>
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				Ciel was able to sleep somewhat peacefully for almost an hour before he started awake, bolting upright and staring wide-eyed across at his butler, his momentary terror at waking in an unfamiliar place subsiding almost immediately when his eyes fell on Sebastian. He shifted into a more natural sitting position and ran slender fingers through his hair, straightening it as much as he could before tugging his eye-patch back into place from where it had gone askew while he slept. "Why did you let me sleep?" he demanded once he felt put to rights. 
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 07:56:55</strong>
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				Sebastian frowned slightly at his master's seemingly angry reaction, but he did not immediately stop playing his song, choosing to finish it off with a few more delicately arranged notes, before he gently sat the instrument and bow down. <br><br>He bowed his head gently to his master, his red eyes showing only a subtle softness. "You have not been sleeping well, young master. I thought that you could use the rest. You were up far earlier than what is normal for you this morning anyway. This time would have only been taken up by your violin lesson. I thought it better invested in granting you some much needed rest."<br><br>The demon moved to sink down on one knee, bowing his head to gaze down at the floor. "Have I displeased you, my lord?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>18-11-2010, 14:07:08</strong>
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				There was a long pause while Ciel seriously pondered the question, silently admiring the grace his butler had used, as he always did, when bowing before him. <br><br>"...No," he finally decided. "No, I am not displeased." He stood and headed for the door. "I will take tea in the office while you brief me on the investor I am meeting for lunch. Make the tea something... invigorating."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 05:07:14</strong>
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				The demon nodded as his master left the room, slowly getting to his feet and heading to the kitchen to make tea. He found the other three servants liesurely sitting around, eating their morning breakfast and talking happily among themselves, though they all grew silent when the butler entered the room.<br><br>He glanced around at the three of them, wondering what they had been discussing that they did not want him to hear. He decided it did not matter and smiled, offering them a quick, "good morning," before he set about his business.<br><br>The other servants appeared nervous, but all quickly returned his greeting, before they all shuffled out of the room to continue their discussion elsewhere.<br><br>Sebastian sighed, hoping they weren't up to anything too monumentally terrible. The demon placed his tea pot and a tea cup on a tray, adding some cookies that he knew would go well with it. He carried the tray into his master's office and sat it on his desk before him.<br><br>"The tea is Earl Grey, blended with a hint of honey. You should find it invigorating and soothing, my lord."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 07:13:22</strong>
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				Ciel walked slowly to his study, his feet dragging uncharacteristically along the ground as he walked. He all but flopped into the large chair behind the desk and was slumped over the desk, trying to focus on a summary of the investor's proposal when Sebastian entered. He reached forward to pick up the tea cup, his lips turning up in a slight smile as the smell reached him. He took a small sip, but really enjoyed the scent more than anything. He cupped his hand around the warm porcelain and leaned back in the chair, tilting his head back to rest against the back of the chair. <br><br>"What do I need to know before lunch?" Ciel asked as his one visible eye fell shut. "I did not see anything terribly interesting in his file."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 14:04:53</strong>
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				The demon stood calmly watching as his master smiled at the smell of the tea. Though he had no outward reaction, he was pleased to see that the tea had the young Earl's approval. <br><br>He straightened up a little when Ciel addressed him, thinking carefully over everything he had read in the file this morning. "He is a Nobleman, like yourself, my lord. He comes from the house of Montagu. His wealth has been dwindling as of late, and he seeks to rekindle it with a wise investment in a business that will come with good returns. He wants to know what your company's goals are for the future, and what current projects you are working on. The usual concerns for an investor."
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 18:27:22</strong>
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				"Boring," Ciel sighed, a rare show of child-like petulance from him. He was normally so worried about appearing to be the consummate Phantomhive, dignified and above such complaints as boredom, but here alone with Sebastian it sometimes he let it show. Sebastian was the only one who knew Ciel's weaknesses, and Ciel still was not sure how he felt about that. <br><br>"That trip into London you suggested earlier is starting to sound more and more attractive. Have the carriage ready to leave directly after lunch." He drank down the rest of the tea, now that it had cooled enough that the smell was no longer wafting up to him. He tilted his head on his slender neck, stretching, before sitting up and fully opening his eye, looking up at Sebastian. "You were right," he acknowledged. "That tea was rather invigorating." He was thankful for this; he did not want to have to resort to drinking coffee; he shuddered at the mere thought.
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 18:37:35</strong>
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				Sebastian bowed low to his master, the faintest hint at a smile playing around his lips and eyes. It was rare for the young Phantomhive to praise him so directly. Though the complement had been more about the tea than about his personal preparation of it, he was quite pleased that Ciel had enjoyed it. "Very good, my lord. I will have your carriage waiting for you as soon as the investor leaves. He should be arriving shortly. Shall I go and see to dinner?"<br><br>The demon finally straightened up from his bow, his head tilted ever so slightly to one side as he awaited Ciel's answer. "Do you have a particular dish you might prefer for today, young master?"
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				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 18:45:19</strong>
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				Ciel waved a hand dismissively. "Whatever you think is suitable. Make it a light lunch, though. I fear being too full will only make me more drowsy than I already am." He looked down at himself, frowning. "And leave time to help me change clothes before he arrives. I feel rather.... rumpled, after my unexpected nap earlier." Ciel was meticulous about his appearance, and the thought of meeting an investor with slightly wrinkled clothing was unthinkable to him. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 18:52:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The butler nodded, knowing he would have time between lunch being finished and the investor's arrival. He intended to let the food cool a little so that neither noble would end up with a burnt mouth.<br><br>"As you wish, my lord. I will return to help you change when I have seen to lunch." Sebastian turned and quickly headed out of the room, soon finding himself alone in the kitchen. He set about preparing a light lunch, just as his master requested, making sure it was something nice enough for their visiting investor to be pleased with.<br><br>When he had finished preparations, he sat the hot food out to cool briefly on the countertop, while he returned to Ciel's study. "Young master, I will take you to your room to change now. Do you wish for me to carry you?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 19:21:35</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel jumped, startled by Sebastian's sudden appearance. He paused to ink in his signature on a requisition from a nearby warehouse, taking the time to consider Sebastian's question. He could invent all manner of reasoning for why he wanted his butler to carry him: he was tired, his ankle still ached from when he had turned it last week, his shoes were uncomfortable -- but most of them would be only half true, and none of them were the true reason. In truth, the boy <em>liked</em> it when Sebastian carried him. He knew he should not enjoy it so, knew it even ran the risk of making him appear weak, but somehow that reasoning paled and dissolved when Ciel was offered a valid reason to have Sebastian's arms around him. <br><br>"Yes," he said shortly, offering no reason why. Sebastian had been the one to offer, after all, and besides... he was merely the butler. Ciel did not have to justify himself to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>19-11-2010, 19:32:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon crossed the room without questioning his master's reply, and gently scooped him out of his chair and into his arms. He did not often question Ciel, he simply obeyed. Holding the boy close to his chest, almost lovingly, he carried him from the study to his bedroom, where he gently sat him down on his bed. <br><br>Sebastian then crossed the room to his young master's wardrobe, tugging out another of his blue suits, one that was slightly less ruffled, but a bit more dignified. He placed it on the end of the bed and moved to kneel before the young Phantomhive, slipping his shoes off of his delicate feet. His every action was careful and calculated. He would never do anything that would cause Ciel even the slightest discomfort.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>20-11-2010, 09:32:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel told himself he was merely making himself comfortable in Sebastian's arms, because surely he would not intentionally shift closer into the man's chest, or tilt his head just so, to catch a whiff of Sebastian's unique scent. No, Ciel Phantomhive would <em>never</em> do anything like that. <br><br>He tried not to be disappointed when he was deposited onto the bed, and contented himself with allowing his eye to track the butler's graceful movements around the room. His lips quirked up into something almost resembling a smile when he saw the new outfit Sebastian picked out. He rested his leg against Sebastian's shoulder when he knelt to remove his shoes, trying to ignore the warmth of his butler's hand on his calf. <br><br>"Do you like me in blue?" he asked aloud. Anything to distract him from that hand.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>20-11-2010, 22:38:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The butler looked up at the young Phantomhive, his red eyes searching for something. He had noticed Ciel lately smiling at him more often than usual, perhaps the Earl was becoming more fond of his servant than he had been. Perhaps lately he had started noticing more of the small things the demon did in devotion to his master.<br><br>Sebastian smiled and bowed his head. "I do find that blue brings out the splendid color of your eye quite nicely. It suits you. It's a regal color I think." The demon carefully unbuttoned Ciel's overcoat and slipped it off of his shoulders, then moved to unbutton his undershirt, treating each button with care. Sebastian always had great attention to detail when it came to the young Earl's clothes. He wanted them to appear as perfect as his master.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>21-11-2010, 08:06:36</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel fought a blush, mostly successfully, at the look Sebastian gave him. Was it so odd for him to ask a question like that? He nodded at his butler's answer. "I know you are better at putting together fashionable outfits than I am, so I don't mind. I used to like green more, but I think the blue has grown on me." <br><br>Feeling awkward for some inexplicable reason, Ciel looked down, his eyes focusing on Sebastian's fingers as they worked he buttons on his undershirt. They were long and graceful and infinitely skilled, working the buttons easily that Ciel always struggled with the few times he dressed himself. Sliding over fabric, pushing the bone buttons gently through the buttonholes without ever snagging a thread or pulling at the seams unnecessarily; the same fingers that had earlier danced over violin strings to draw out heart-wrenching music. Their obvious talents made Ciel wonder what else those fingers might be good at.... a dangerous direction of thought, he decided. Especially since it seemed at some point in his ponderings he had reached up and caught Sebastian's fingers with his own, stalling his work on the buttons.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>21-11-2010, 09:56:01</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon peered at his young master searchingly as hands grabbed gloved fingers. He felt a strange sensation in that moment, as if Ciel were admiring something about him. It was not like Ciel to see much more in the demon than just a butler and a protector. There was truthfully a lot more to the demon before him, perhaps many other things that he had always failed to notice.<br><br>Sebastian's every move was to please the young Earl. No matter what he asked for, the demon would always give it to him. Along with his goal of achieving the human's vengeance, he also had found himself often concerned with the boy's well being. He wanted him to be content, and was willing to go to any lengths to achieve that. His crimson eyes seemed friendly as he smiled at Ciel. "Young master, do you wish to closer inspect my hands? I don't suppose you have ever seen them up close without gloves?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>22-11-2010, 07:44:44</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel froze, his hand stilling over Sebastian's. "Why would I wish to inspect your hands?" he hedged, though he could not seem to make himself move to release his hold. "They appear as normal human hands, do they not?"<br><br>While his voice was as steady as it ever was, Ciel was inwardly panicking. It was as if he could <em>see</em> what his silly sleep-deprived body was doing, but was in no position to stop it. Of course, the simple truth was that he did not <em>want</em> to reliease Sebastian's hand, but he would never admit that.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>22-11-2010, 07:53:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon smiled, bringing the gloved hand that was not in Ciel's grasp up to his mouth, taking the tip of one finger between his teeth and tugging the material fee of his hand. His had was revealed to be slender and shaped just like a human hand. The only notable difference was that all of his nails were solid black and perfectly even in length. <br><br>He offered his ungloved hand to the young Earl so he could see it up close. "Not exactly human, but fairly close I suppose." He tilted his head to one side, wondering what Ciel would think of it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>24-11-2010, 04:53:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel swallowed, hard, his eyes latching on to Sebastian's mouth as he tugged his glove free. It was hard to drag his gaze away from those lips, but he somehow managed when he realized Sebastian was holding up his hand. Ciel released his hold on Sebastian's gloved hand with no small amount of effort, reaching instead for the bared hand being held before him. <br><br>"Fairly close," he echoed. He ran the tips of one finger along the length of Sebastian's own, up to the tip where he lingered over the black fingernail, marveling at the contrast against his pale skin. He found himself biting his tongue to resist the urge to drag it along behind his fingers. Since when had his urges been so strange -- and so hard to fight?
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>25-11-2010, 20:57:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon watched Ciel carefully, noticing how his eyes lingered on his lips and how intently he examined the fingers and black fingernails, so close to his face that he could easily lick them if he so chose. The butler was beginning to suspect that his master was having some sinful desires concerning him. Perhaps he just needed to feel another's flesh against his own? Ciel Phantomhive had always kept so distant from other people, now that he was maturing he was probably starting to find himself with unfulfilled needs.<br><br>Sebastian tugged his other glove off, using his teeth for it as well, then dropped the glove on the bed beside them. This hand when revealed was the same as the other, except for the dark symbol on the back that marked their contract. "I know you are getting older, young master. Perhaps you would wish to inspect me further? I will not object if you wish to see more of my skin." Red eyes sparkled slightly with something unreadable as the demon spoke.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>26-11-2010, 02:26:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Something in Ciel's chest contracted, as it always did, at the sight of the symbol on the back of Sebastian's hand. It was not often that he saw it, but whenever it was revealed his eyes were drawn to it, a permanent reminder etched into Sebastian's skin matching the one in Ciel's eye, a reminder that he was not alone, would never be until his soul was devoured and he could finally rest. <br><br>"You would--" His voice cracked; he had to swallow and try again. "You would not object to any direct order," Ciel pointed out. He could only hope -- in vain, he was sure -- that his butler had not noticed the sharp intake of breath he had had to take upon hearing the offer, at the thought of seeing more of that skin revealed. He knew all about the basics of human sexuality, of course, it was a requisite part of his education, but... his <em>butler</em>?! He was not even human... and besides, Ciel did not have time for such distractions. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>26-11-2010, 03:26:09</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian did indeed notice the sharp intake of breath at the offer. Though his master might not choose to act on it, it was clear that Ciel was more than just a little bit interested. The demon often had this effect on people, and he knew with little effort that he could easily have his way with the young Phantomhive. However, such things were beneath the butler. He had his own set of rules that he lived by. They were the closest thing a demon could ever come to having morals.<br><br>He smiled at Ciel, bowing his head subserviently to him. "I would not object to any order, given by you, young master." His smile grew slightly wider and his tongue slipped out of his mouth, running along his top lip to dampen the suddenly dry skin. "Are there any orders you would like to give me right now, my lord?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>28-11-2010, 01:31:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel dragged his eyes away from Sebastian's tongue, expending quite a bit of effort to do so, looking up to narrow his eyes at his butler. He could not be sure, but he <em>thought</em> he heard a note of <em>challenge</em> in his butler's tone. That simply would not do... though it would do nicely as an excuse to draw this out, Ciel thought, his lips twisting up into a smirk. <br><br>"You sound like you <em>want</em> me to order you," Ciel said, stretching the words into a drawl. "In fact, you sound as if you have something in particular in mind. Do you care to enlighten me?" he said, his tone as innocent as could be. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>29-11-2010, 01:48:38</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon eyed his master for a moment and smiled. "I have nothing in particular in mind. There are so many things you could order me to do. I could undress and allow you to look fully over me. You do seem to be very interested in me as of late. Perhaps the fact that you've never seen me naked makes you curious? Perhaps you need to touch someone? I would not object if you wanted to feel me, I know you do not have much contact with other people. Perhaps that is what keeps you up at night? Maybe you have many unfulfilled desires, young master. Such things are not healthy to repress."<br><br>He tilted his head to one side as he regarded Ciel. "Even so, it is not for the servant to tell the master what he should do. I will submit to your orders, whatever they are. I live for your orders, my lord."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>29-11-2010, 15:26:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel watched Sebastian impassively as he spoke, though his eyes flickered down the demon's body almost involuntarily when he mentioned undressing fully. "You seem to have some... interesting ideas," he said, standing before Sebastian. "Very interesting. But tell me -- this curiosity to see you unclothed, this interest I should have in touching you." He leaned in closer to his butler. "When you see <em>me</em> naked, or touch <em>me</em> when you bathe or dress me -- are <em>you</em> repressing any... desires?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>29-11-2010, 19:33:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian regarded Ciel for a moment, considering all things. He could not lie to his young master, so he would have to be truthful here, even if the truth might not be what the Earl wanted to hear.<br><br>"I do have desires concerning you, my lord. I do enjoy the feeling of your soft skin. Your body is perfect, unblemished, and pampered. I would sometimes like to do more than what you tell me to, but I would never do anything to betray your trust. I would never do anything without your orders. My own desires are meaningless to me." He paused for a moment, looking up at Ciel. "I have often thought about what it would be like to be beneath you, my lord."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>30-11-2010, 15:23:20</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel's mouth popped open in a little 'o' of surprise as he stared up at Sebastian. Whatever he had expected to hear, this was not it. He snapped his mouth shut after a moment, swallowing hard and shifting a bit on the bed, suddenly very aware of how exposed he was on the bed, his shirt hanging open. Sebastian's words were evoking mental images that made his body react in embarrassing ways, and his breath came a bit quicker. <br><br>"Leave your clothes on," he finally said, not quite meeting Sebastian's eyes. "But... show me how you would touch me," he said in a rush. He had <em>meant</em> the words to come out as an order, but his uncertainty came through in his tone.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>30-11-2010, 15:31:05</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian looked up at Ciel, his eyes unreadable for a moment. He had often thought about this possibility, but now that the time came he was perhaps slightly surprised. He had not truly expected the young Phantomhive to order him to touch him, however uncertain the order had been. <br><br>The demon moved closer to the Earl, slipping his arms around him and placing a gentle kiss on his neck, his lips trailing down to his collar bone, before he paused for a moment. "If you should become uncomfortable, simply tell me, and I will stop."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>02-12-2010, 02:44:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel tilted his head without thinking to allow Sebastian better access to his neck, his breath catching in his throat at the feel of the demon's lips on his skin. Just that taste of contact was enough to have Ciel wanting more, <em>needing</em> more. Sebastian's words made him scowl, his hands coming up to clutch at the arms of his butler's jacket, the fabric wrinkling under his grip. "Do <em>not</em> stop," he said, his tone a bit harsh. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>02-12-2010, 21:11:58</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon purred softly against the flesh in his mouth, those sinful lips and tongue dancing lower to find a new spot on his master's shoulder. He drew the skin into his mouth, applying suction and flicking his tongue against the sensitive spot. It would definitely bruise, but hopefully it was low enough for clothing to cover it. He did not want his master's perfect flesh to be marked where all could see. That mark was only for the demon's eyes.<br><br>His hands trailed down the young Earl's chest, finding their way beneath the unbuttoned undershirt. He flicked one black nailed thumb gently across one already hardened nipple, savoring the feeling of the perky flesh as he manipulated it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>03-12-2010, 07:10:32</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel gasped as he fought to stay still on the bed. The feel of Sebastian's nail against his sensitive nipple wavered on that delicious line between pain and pleasure, the hint of pain lingering a moment afterward as if in promise of more to come. <br><br>"Seb-" he got out before he caught himself, biting his tongue. He was <em>not</em> going to get all worked up over this; it was all purely experimental.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>04-12-2010, 05:24:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				At the slight hinting sound of the first part of his name, he drew his head back to look with Ciel in concern, his thumb still gently toying with the young Phantomhive's nipple, though he was being very careful not to let his nail graze the sensitive flesh anymore. "Yes, my lord? If you wish to say anything to me, you must. I do not want this to end up making you uncomfortable. Perhaps it would be better if I allow you to explore me instead?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>04-12-2010, 12:28:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel made a small noise of protest when Sebastian's lips left his skin; however, what came <em>out</em> of those lips next certainly got his attention. <br><br>"Yes," he replied quickly, without thinking. He <em>knew</em> this could not continue much longer; he had a schedule to keep, after all. If Sebastian had not called a halt to the proceedings yet, though, he would work on the assumption that they still had <em>some</em> time. "I am not uncomfortable," he continued - far from it, he added mentally - "But yes. Let me..." He trailed off, but tugged at Sebastian's coat to get his point across. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>05-12-2010, 08:57:55</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The butler nodded in understanding, smiling slightly at Ciel's tugging on his coat. He straightened up a little, slipping the fabric off over his shoulders and letting it fall into the floor behind him. He then undid his tie and unbuttoned his undershirt, shrugging them off as well, leaving the demon with his chest bare. He would not yet remove his pants, that was a step further that he was not sure his young master would be ready for. Further orders would be needed for that, but for now, he would allow Ciel to explore the top half of his body. <br><br>He wondered briefly how he would look to the young Phantomhive, concerned that the Noble might not find him appealing. The demon leaned closer to him again, but made no move to touch him again, wanting to let Ciel explore on his own terms. "Touch me as you wish, my lord. I will not pull away."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>05-12-2010, 19:01:45</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel's mouth went dry as more of Sebastian's skin was revealed; flawless and pale, and all there for <em>him</em>. Ciel found he could not reply when Sebastian spoke, so he merely nodded, and raised his hand (perfectly steady, no matter how it tried to tremble) to rest the tips of his fingers lightly on the skin of Sebastian's stomach. He forced himself to control his breathing; the last thing he wanted was to seem like an overeager child. <br><br>He rested his fingers on Sebastian's stomach for only a moment, marveling at how smooth the skin was, how firm the muscle underneath, then trailed them upwards, up the center of the demon's abdomen, before he veered off to brush them lightly over a nipple. Remembering how a touch there had made <em>him</em> feel, he glanced up at Sebastian's face and licked his lips before speaking. "Do demons respond the same as humans, to touches like this?" he asked quietly. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>05-12-2010, 23:21:43</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon forced himself to remain still when Ciel's fingers first touched his skin, his body wanting to tremble at just this simple contact. It was already the most intimate moment he had ever experienced with the young Earl, and he did not want to ruin it by having a reaction that would make his master reluctant. Though when fingers brushed over his nipple he could no longer contain himself and allowed his body to shudder, drawing in a quick gasp of air.<br><br>His gaze fixed on Ciel's, his body eagerly awaiting more of that gentle touch. "Yes, my lord, demons are quite capable of finding pleasure the same as humans do. I have longed for you to touch me, young master. Please don't hesitate to do anything you wish."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>07-12-2010, 15:08:30</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Feeling Sebastian's shudder under his fingers -- and <em>because</em> of his fingers -- caused Ciel's breath to hitch in his throat. Knowing he had the power to cause Sebastian's tight control to slip due to <em>pleasure</em> rather than any order he gave was somewhat intoxicating. He flattened his hand against Sebastian's chest and pulled it down his torso to settle at the dip above his hip, curling there as he brought up the other hand to settle on the same place on the opposite side. He hesitated only a moment before leaning in to drag his tongue a short distance up Sebastian's chest. He licked his lips when he pulled back; he had not imagined that the demon's skin would taste so <em>good</em>.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>08-12-2010, 06:00:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon quivered under the touches, his breathing quickening in response. The light fingers on him felt so gentle, curious, yet lustful. At the sensation of his master's tongue running up his chest, Sebastian's head leaned back, a soft moan escaping him. The hands on his hips made him feel captured, held in place in his master's grasp. He had no desire to move, or to say anything to interrupt Ciel's exploration of him. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>09-12-2010, 01:26:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel's eyes widened even as a grin turned his lips up at the sound of Sebastian's moan. Knowing he could make the demon lose the control he normally held so tightly to was... intoxicating. He alternated running his lips and tongue over Sebastian's chest until he reached a peaked nipple; once there, he hesitated a moment, his eyes flickering up to Sebastian's face before he leaned back in to latch his lips around the nub, accidentally lightly scraping his teeth over it as he did so. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>09-12-2010, 12:27:07</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian watched him carefully, his every motion sending thrills through the demon as he wondered what his young master would do next. The pleasure of his mouth on his skin, and his eyes looking up at him with such delight at the moan he had elicited, seemed to make Ciel even more attractive in this moment. When teeth grazed his nipple, he moaned more loudly, his tongue flicking out to wet suddenly dry lips. He had imagined this happening for months, but had not considered that the daydreams might come true.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>09-12-2010, 15:16:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				When Sebastian moaned, Ciel glanced up out of instinct, just in time to see him lick his lips. The sight was enough to make the boy's mouth go dry, and he pulled back, staring at Sebastian for a long moment before speaking. "Kiss me," he said, trying to sound firm. He was breathless enough that the effect was somewhat lessened, but he was too busy looking at Sebastian's lips to notice. "I want you to kiss me."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>10-12-2010, 05:10:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon's eyes glowed softly at the request and he leaned forward immediately, pressing his lips to Ciel's. He let his eyes drift closed, taking a deep breath through his nose as their lips were firmly fixed together. He parted his own ever so slightly, his tongue flicking against Ciel's mouth, inviting his own silky muscle out to play. Sebastian slipped his arms around the young Earl's shoulders as they kissed, wanting to feel closer to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>10-12-2010, 06:19:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel molded himself to Sebastian, the feeling of the skin of their chests pressed together drawing a moan from him even as he felt Sebastian's tongue playing against his lips. He parted his lips for the demon without hesitation, his fingers tightening a bit on Sebastian's hips as he did so. He slid his tongue along Sebastian's and enjoyed the feel of Sebastian's arms around his shoulders; just as when the demon carried him, being in his arms made him feel safe; something he knew was odd, since he <em>was</em> a demon, and one who was contractually bound to devour his soul one day, at that.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>10-12-2010, 13:17:59</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian pressed deeper into their kiss, their tongues running firmly against each other. The warm feeling of Ciel's body against his was intoxicating, and he squeezed him gently, wanting to feel more of that closeness. The sensation of Ciel's grip tightening on his hips made him quiver, and he did not break their kiss until they both desperately needed air. Even when the kiss was broken, he lingered with their foreheads pressed together while he panted, fighting to catch his breath.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>10-12-2010, 15:05:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel panted, his breath washing over Sebastian's face as he tried to recover. "I think I like that," he managed between breaths. "Perhaps we should do this more often," he added as an afterthought, his fingers shifting restlessly on Sebastian's hips. "Is that... something you would want?" he asked, suddenly insecure. He <em>could</em> order Sebastian to do anything he liked, of course, but somehow that seemed to take some of the luster from the idea.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>10-12-2010, 15:20:15</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian blinked at Ciel, wondering why his usually stern master suddenly seemed so nervous. Perhaps he was just uncomfortable with the new experience, uncertain of how to react to this new possibility in their relationship? Did he sincerely care how the demon felt? Whether he did or not, Sebastian was bound to tell him the truth. "I would like that, young master."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>11-12-2010, 03:19:27</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel nodded,&nbsp; letting out a long breath. "I suppose I should dress for lunch," he said, though he made no move to shift farther away from Sebastian. "If I'm not late already, that is."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>11-12-2010, 14:12:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian nodded, sighing softly and pulling back to break their contact. He obediently returned to his task of dressing Ciel, though he remained shirtless while he did. He would not see to himself until he had the young Earl looking proper again. "Is there anything more you wish of me before lunch, my lord?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 01:26:50</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel bit his tongue to keep from complaining as Sebastian pulled away. He sat compliantly while the demon dressed him, his gaze moving up and down Sebastian's chest as he worked. "Dangerous question, at the moment," he answered wryly as he tugged at his sleeves. "Am I late? It would not speak well of Phantomhive hospitality if we kept a guest waiting."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 04:24:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian straightened up as he finished dressing the young Earl, reaching to his overcoat on the floor and drawing his pocket watch out of the pocket. He flicked it open and regarded it for a moment, snapping it back closed. "No, my lord. You are not yet late. We have about eight minutes before your guest arrives." He reluctantly tugged on his own undershirt, vest, and overcoat, putting his pocketwatch back in the pocket. He then got to his feet and offered Ciel his cane. "Do you have any special requests for lunch today, young master?" <br><br>He tried not to focus on what had just happened between them, trying to remain professional. They still had a guest to tend to, and he had lunch to prepare. Perhaps they could continue this later, if Ciel did not lose interest.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 05:53:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel watched every movement of Sebastian's, his eyes greedily taking in every bit of Sebastian's skin they could before it was covered up. When Sebastian spoke again, he raised his eyes to meet the demon's and considered for a moment before replying. <br><br>"Stay nearby during lunch," he instructed. "In case some of the more adverse affects of my lack of sleep start to show up, I may need you to cover for me." Or perhaps this was merely Ciel's way of dealing with his sudden irrational fear that Sebastian would leave because of what they had done; either way, he wanted the butler by his side.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 06:00:46</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian bowed at the command, folding his hand across his chest as he did so, before straightening back up. "Certainly, my lord. I am sure you will be fine, but I will be there if you need me." He smiled, still holding out Ciel's cane for him to take when he was ready to stand.<br><br>He couldn't help but be slightly worried about his young master. Though now, he thought he knew exactly what was causing Ciel trouble sleeping. He was maturing now, and finding himself in need of certain sensations that he wasn't getting. The demon would have to help the young Earl with this problem. He did not want him to be constantly irritable and distracted. That simply wouldn't do.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 08:40:53</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel accepted the cane and stood, tugging at his jacket to straighten it before leading the way out of the room. "I'll greet the guest in the parlor when he arrives," he said, pausing outside of the parlor door. "He is usually very punctual, so I expect he shall be arriving any moment now."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>13-12-2010, 09:35:39</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian nodded in reply, offering his usual quick bow. "I will go to the kitchen to see to lunch and tea then, my lord. I will return as soon as it is prepared." With that he disappeared to leave Ciel alone to wait for the guest as he headed to the kitchen. He found it empty and set about preparing lunch for Ciel and his guest.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>14-12-2010, 07:20:57</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel watched Sebastian go before turning to enter the parlor and sinking into a chair. Since no one was around to see him, anyway, he let his shoulders sag a bit as he leaned back and ran a hand over his face. Despite all of Sebastian's assurances, and despite the irrevocable contract between them, Ciel could not help but worry that what they had done had somehow changed... something. Something he couldn't quite put his finger on, but something important had shifted between them. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>14-12-2010, 07:24:34</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian worked to prepare a lunch of hot soups and various kinds of sandwiches. When the food was all ready he set it aside to cool briefly, heading back into the main hall just as Ciel's guest arrived. He let the man in and showed him into the parlor, offering them both gentle bows of subservience. "Lunch is ready and will be served in a moment." He looked pointedly at Ciel. "Do you wish to dine in here, or in the dining room, my lord?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>14-12-2010, 07:34:04</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"We will take lunch in the dining room," Ciel said as he stood, gesturing for Sebastian to lead the way. "Mr. Lightwood, if you'll join me?"<br><br>The meal went quickly, and thankfully Ciel was able to keep his wits about him despite the drowsiness that threatened to overtake him. As the meal drew to an end, he caught Sebastian's eye and gave an almost imperceptible nod, the sign that he was ready for the man to be politely but firmly escorted out. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>14-12-2010, 08:00:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian caught the oh so subtle order, and approached the guest, who was in fact getting to his feet and ready to leave already. The demon offered him his coat and hat, even helping him put them on before he led the older man to the front door and wished him well.<br><br>He then headed back into the dining room, gathering up the dishes and placing them on the serving cart. He looked to Ciel once that was done, wondering if his master had any new instructions for him. "Was the dinner to your liking, my lord?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>14-12-2010, 17:13:24</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"That meeting was boring and mostly pointless," Ciel said irritably, leaning his head on his hand. "I don't know why he insists on meeting in person when a simple letter or messenger would do." He sighed and pressed his fingertips against his eyes until light burst behind his eyelids, in an attempt to wake himself up. "I would like to head on into town so that we may be back before dinner."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>15-12-2010, 08:29:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian nodded in understanding of the words. "Yes, it would seem that people often feel the need to meet in person to discuss things. I suppose it makes the other person feel more real to them in some way." He took hold of the serving cart and pushed it out of the room and into the kitchen, returning shortly to his master's side.<br><br>"If you are ready to head into town, I have a carriage already prepared and waiting outside." Sebastian had somehow managed this in the very short time in which he had made lunch and seen to their guest. It was remarkable how the demon could fit small chores in the very short spans of time. It was a talent unique to him.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>15-12-2010, 18:16:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel nodded, no surprise on his face at the fact that the carriage was ready. He expected the best of his butler, and had long ago ceased to be amazed at what the demon could accomplish in such small amounts of time. "I am ready," he agreed, standing and holding his hand out for his cane. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-12-2010, 11:44:41</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian picked up Ciel's cane and offered it to him, leading him from the house, securing the double doors behind them as they stepped outside. The temperature was fairly pleasant and a soft breeze stirred around them. The demon sighed softly at the warmth of the sun on his skin as he opened the door to the carriage and kneeled before Ciel, waiting for his young master to climb inside, providing his hand for extra support if the Earl needed it.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-12-2010, 12:18:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel blinked as he stepped outside, the sun harsh on his tired eyes. He hurried to the carriage and accepted Sebastian's hand up, and if his fingers lingered on the demons a bit longer than strictly necessary, well, <em>he</em> wasn't going to be the one to point that out. "Let's get this over with," he said tiredly once he was seated, leaning his head against the wall of the carriage.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-12-2010, 13:24:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian nodded, gesturing to the driver to start them off. He climbed into the carriage behind Ciel and shut the door, taking a seat across from him. The demon considered the possibility that their relationship might grow even closer over the next few weeks. The thought was not an unpleasant one, but he did wonder where that might lead them. He turned to look out the window, maintaining his usual calm silence as they began moving.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>16-12-2010, 20:15:11</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				As the carriage took off, Ciel's head bounced against the wall of the carriage, and he sat up, rubbing his temple where it had hit the wall with a bit of a pout. He looked put out for a moment before something seemed to occur to him, and without saying a word he stood and wedged himself into the seat next to Sebastian, then leaned his head over onto the demon's arm. "Much better," he said around a yawn.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>16-12-2010, 20:18:08</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian turned to look at him, his eyes wide and blinking for a moment before a soft smile came to his face. He turned slightly, slipping the arm that Ciel wasn't leaning against around his shoulder, gently running his fingers through the soft hair at the back of his neck. "Are you alright, young master? That looked rather painful." He tilted his head to one side, his eyes closing now with his smile.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>17-12-2010, 04:35:03</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel tilted his head instinctively to allow Sebastian better access to his neck. "I'm fine," he murmured, settling a bit more comfortably against Sebastian's side. Even as the carriage rumbled toward town, tucked safely against the side of his butler Ciel was able to do what he'd had such little luck with recently -- he managed to drift off into a peaceful sleep.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>20-12-2010, 04:26:17</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian sighed softly and smiled, happy to see that Ciel had managed to drift off again. The young Earl did need his sleep, so the butler did not wake him for the rest of the trip. He simply sat and held him against his side, enjoying the warm feeling of his master's body, and the gentle rise and fall of his chest with his breaths.<br><br>When the carriage finally came to a stop, the demon gently prodded Ciel, wanting to wake him without startling him, even though he did not want to leave this comfortable position. They couldn't just sit in the carriage all day. "Young master... are you ready to wake?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>20-12-2010, 17:18:23</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel jolted awake, eyes wide and darting about the carriage until they fell on Sebastian. He flushed and relaxed a bit, tugging his jacket back into place from where he had mussed it by falling asleep. He hated appearing so weak, but since it was just in front of Sebastian he supposed it was alright; the demon knew all of his weaknesses anyway. <br><br>"Yes, I am ready," he finally replied, picking up his cane from where he had left it on the other side of the carriage. 
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>21-12-2010, 03:40:12</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				The demon smiled at his master's slightly grumpy display, but did not voice his amusement. He simply climbed down out of the carriage, holding the door open for Ciel, and stooping down on one knee beside the stairs as he often did, one hand held out to his master in case he needed to use it for support as he lowered himself onto the street.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>22-12-2010, 05:52:18</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel took Sebastian's hand as he stepped out into the street. His nose wrinkled slightly at the smells that came along with a more populated area, and he stepped up onto the sidewalk to avoid getting his clothing any dustier than absolutely necessary. "New shoes are a priority, I think," he said, glancing across the street at the shoe store. "We can look for clothes, too, but I've outgrown most of my shoes to the point that they are pinching."
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>24-12-2010, 23:34:16</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian bowed his head deeply, remaining on his knee for the moment. "Forgive me, my lord. If you had told me that your shoes were causing you any discomfort, we would have gotten you new ones already." He gently rose to his feet, handing Ciel his cane and falling in behind him, just at his right shoulder as he often did, staying as close as he could without it seeming inappropriate.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>25-12-2010, 06:38:33</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Ciel raised one shoulder indifferently. "You know I usually dislike shopping," he explained. "Besides, it wasn't really uncomfortable yet." He accepted the cane from Sebastian and watched the passing carriage traffic for a moment before finding an opening and stepping out onto the street. He crossed quickly and stepped into the shoe shop, attached to the cobbler's workshop for convenience. The bell over the door rang, announcing their entry with a merry tinkle as Ciel reached up to remove his hat.
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>25-12-2010, 22:12:06</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian stepped inside the shop behind Ciel, shutting the door securely behind them and taking the hat as it was removed from Ciel's head, now holding it across his chest. The demon simply stood behind his master in silence, as quite and as close as a shadow.<br><br>The cobbler hurried out of the back at the sound of the bell, he was a fat faced jolly looking man, who bowed deeply upon seeing Ciel. "Ah, Lord Phantomhive! What can I get for you this lovely afternoon? Any particular type of shoes you might be after?"
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>kika988</strong> on <strong>30-12-2010, 08:21:31</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				"Same as usual," Ciel replied disinterestedly. "Though you will need to take new measurements for these." He pulled his eyes away from the dusty flower arrangement he was eyeing with distaste and found a seat to settle into, his eyes catching Sebastian's as he sank into the seat. His gaze flickered from the demon to the boots he was wearing, making it clear he wanted them removed so that the cobbler could take his measurements. He lifted a leg slightly toward Sebastian, his face heating slightly at the thought of the butler's hands on him, <em>here</em>, in public, after what had transpired earlier. <br>
			</dd>
			<dt class="postheader">
				Title: <strong>Re: Kuroshitsuji (Altheras &amp; Kika988)</strong><br>
				Post by: <strong>Altheras</strong> on <strong>31-12-2010, 13:55:56</strong>
			</dt>
			<dd class="postbody">
				Sebastian smiled and stooped down on one knee, taking hold of Ciel's shoe and gently removing it, the very lightest touch of his fingertips lingering over the stockinged foot as the shoe was slid free. He then took Ciel's other leg gently, letting it rest across his knee as he tugged the other shoe off, taking a moment to admire the dainty feet, though he said nothing, and his expression did not change. He was quite pleased with their closeness. <br><br>The cobbler hurried over with his measuring tape and began carefully measuring the dimensions of Ciel's feet, while Sebastian stayed at his side on one knee.
			</dd>
		</dl>
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