Under Her Command (Kuroshitsuji Fanfiction)

Act I - Elysia Theda

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Birds began their morning song which caused little for the young lady of the house Theda to stir. Her queen bed contained her small figure which laid still below the sheets. Her room contained a small living room, a bookcase, a door to the connected bathroom and a painting canvas.

A loud knock rebounded against the wooden door to her bedroom, causing the young girl to adjust her sleeping position.

"My Lady, I'm coming in." Hearing no response from the inside, he slowly turned the knob and entered the room, gently closing the door behind him. He manoeuvred himself around the bed, seeing perfectly well in the dimly lit room.

He took the edges of the curtains and pulled them apart, letting light flood the room. The young girl on the bed let out a content sigh, having had a good nights rest. She opened her eyes as soon as her butler had stood at the side of her bed.

"Good morning, Lady Elysia. I've prepared Earl grey for your tea this morning." Elysia raised herself to a sitting position on her bed. Her long, black hair curled gently down her back in natural, soft curls, tickling the back of her hip. She took the tea from her butler's gloved hands, taking a sip from the teacup.

"At 7:00am there will be a delivery from the Reynox company, the package containing the new tea set you ordered. At 8:30am..." Cylis continued to list the events of the day, Elysia listening to him drone the schedule to her.

"At 1:00pm, Earl Phantomhive will be visiting to discuss the letter from Her Majesty...." Elysia raised her hand to silence him. Cylis instantaneously became quiet, closing his pocket watch. "Tell Essence I want her to be there when I greet them in." Cylis bowed. "Yes, My Lady." "Continue."

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Elysia descended the stairs down to the entrance hall. Her house colour of red and black layered her dress which hung gently around her figure. Her hair was gently teased and curled, the strands pushed behind her shoulders as she walked.

Essence, her maid, walked behind her. She was dressed in a sleeveless maid uniform, her black hair reached her waist which was also curled. Cylis had just opened the door, greeting the Earl and his butler into the Theda household.

"Welcome, Earl Phantomhive to the Theda Esate." Cylis bowed with a smile, then moved to take off the boys coat. The Earl let him do so, shrugging the coat off his shoulders. "I bid you a good afternoon, Lord Ciel." Elysia said, smiling kindly to him as she reached the bottom of the staircase. She curtsied slightly, Ciel bowing, both following common conduct.

Ciel did not expect such politeness from a girl his age. "This is my butler Cylis and my maid Essence. Welcome to my household, we intend to provide you with the best services." Ciel cleared his throat. "This is my butler Sebastian, we hope we didn't cause any dismay with the sudden letter for this meeting." Elysia smiled and shook her head. "Not at all. I'm delighted to have you come visit, Lord Ciel. We have such few visitors."

She waved to Cylis. "Show them to the dining room." Cylis bowed. "Yes, My Lady." Ciel glanced at Sebastian, reminded of his own responses to his orders. Sebastian simply smiled in response; to Ciel's annoyance. Essence closed the doors behind them then moved to stand at the back of the room.

Cylis disappeared behind a door, preparing the meal for their lunch. "How were your travels during the way here, Lord Ciel?" Ciel held out his glass as Essence moved to pour water into it. "It was pleasant. The scenery during our carriage ride was beautiful. Your gardens, especially." Elysia smiled. "Yes, Cylis tends to the garden regularly."

Ciel leaned back in his chair. "If you don't mind me asking, Lady Elysia. But, where are the rest of your staff?" Elysia held out her glass as Essence poured water into it. Elsyia took a sip. "I sent them on vacation a week ago. They will be returning here by next Monday." Ciel gave a simple nod, then seemed to be in deep thought. Sebastian leaned in to whisper something into his ear.

"Is there something bothering you, Lord Ciel? Lunch will be out shortly." Ciel shook his head, directing his attention back to her. "We will talk after lunch is served." Right on queue, the door to the kitchen was pulled open by Essence, a trolley pushed inside the dining room. Food lined on top of the trolley and the bottom rows.

Cylis smiled, stopping at Ciel's side. "Sorry for the wait, Lord Phantomhive. Lunch today is a fettuccine, ribbon pasta accompanied with a tomato salad." Cylis placed the dish in front of Ciel who looked pleased with the selection. "Italian is always the right choice for pasta."

Elysia smiled. "Yes, Italian pasta is always nice for a clear afternoon such as this." Cylis bowed after he had placed the dish in front of his mistress. "Enjoy your meal." Sebastian took his master's fork and ate one strand of ribbon pasta, testing it for poison.

Elysia just smiled. "I assure you Lord Ciel, my butler performs very well in the kitchen." Sebastian smiled back. "Yes, I can taste that he does." Ciel tasted the pasta, savouring the taste that exploded his taste buds. They both continued to eat in silence

After lunch had been consumed, their glasses drained of water, Cylis guided them to the lounging area. "Let us speak business, Lord Ciel." Ciel followed behind him, accompanied by his butler dressed in black. Sebastian pulled the couch out for Ciel, Cylis mimicking for Elysia.

Essence stood beside Cylis and Sebastian, letting their master and mistress discuss the issue at hand. Essence felt the glances of Sebastian beside her, his eyes scouring her petite body. Essence turned to meet his gaze, her Amber orbs meeting his deep crimson ones. His eyes glowed for a moment, causing Essence to look away.

"The Queen has delivered a letter, addressed to me and you, Lady Elysia." Ciel placed the letter onto the table, sliding it across to her. Elysia took and opened the letter, reading its contents. "I understand." Closing the letter, she stood up straight.

"What did you want to discuss, Lord Phantomhive?" Ciel closed his eyes and leaned back in his chair. "I would like you to resign from this mission." Elysia tilted her head in question. "Have you discussed this with Her Majesty?" Ciel shifted uncomfortably in his chair. "No I have not. I've come to seek your answer before consulting her." "I see."

Elysia pondered the idea for a while. "Why do you ask for me to reject this task from Her Majesty?" She questioned, raising an eyebrow at Ciel. "To be frank with you, I feel as if you will only get in the way." Elysia sighed, waving a strand of hair away from her face.

"If that is the only reason you propose, I am more obliged to carry out this mission." Ciel rested his chin onto his hand. "I am worried about your safety, Lady Elysia. I do not want to put you in harms way." Elysia stood up, moving to the windows, gazing out at the front gardens.

"I assure you, Lord Ciel, you do not need to worry for my safety. You are not held responsible for my well-being. I acknowledge your concern but really, I will be able to follow you through with this." Ciel let out a small sigh. "There is no changing your mind, is there?" Elsyia smiled. "No, my mind cannot be changed."

Ciel stood up, walking to the door. "We will be taking our leave then. Sebastian, let's go." Elysia smiled, waving them goodbye. "Cylis will see you off." Her butler bowed and followed them out. Essence stood beside her, closing her eyes as she remembered his glowing ones.

"It is certain, he is a demon, My Lady." Elysia nodded. "I see." Her dark green eyes met his blue before he entered his carriage. Sebastian turned to look at Essence who returned his gaze equally. "His butler is very stubborn My Lady, tread carefully." Elysia turned away from the window. "I will." Sebastian's eyes glowed red again, he regarded it as a warning to himself.

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There we have the first chapter :DD Hope you enjoyed it! If you see any mistakes in spelling or grammar, point it out please. I don't mind constructive criticism. Thanks for reading!

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