Black and White ✘ Black Butler

Chapter 29

While the party roared on, I was dancing with Bell on the dance floor. Though dancing wasn't my forte, Bell is unusually convincing. Almost all of the guests have arrived, all except for one, Alois. Though with our shaky start, I did want him to come to my party. Perhaps my attitude could be very misleading, but he's the new kid and I want him to feel like a part of the group. As I scan around the group of people on the dance floor, I saw Mary, who was dressed in a short navy blue dress and black heels, dancing with both Finnick and Brad, who were both in tuxedos. Those three goofballs sure do know how to party.

"Hey Bell, have you seen Alois? I haven't seen him at all." I yell to her over the deafening music.

"He should be here soon. He texted me saying he was stuck in traffic in London." she responds.

"Okay. I'll be right back. I'm going to get a drink." I make my way out the dance floor, leaving Bell to dance with others. I head over to the refreshments table and grab myself a can of soda.

As I was about to break open the can, I feel a tap on my shoulder. "Mind passing me a can of soda?" I turn around and I notice Alois standing beside the table. He wore a purple blazer with a forest green vest and white shirt underneath, black pants, and black leather shoes. Though an unusual combination of colors, he was somehow rocking it.

"Oh, hey Alois. You finally made it," I say as I pass a can to him.

"Well, I couldn't possibly miss a party. Especially your birthday party. Oh that reminds me; I wanted to give you this."

He pulls out an object from his pocket and hands me a small green box with a purple bow lying on top. I graciously take the gift then unwrap the tiny box. Once I unravel the ribbon and pull open the top, I see, lying on top of the white velvet sheet, a beautiful necklace. Hanging off the silver chain was a metallic, bow-shaped charm, which was encrusted with sapphire gems.

"Oh my goodness. Alois, this is beautiful."

"Here, let me put it on you that way you won't be needing this ribbon."

He gently takes the necklace from the small box. He unties and removes the ribbon wrapped around my neck then attaches the necklace. As soon as he finishes clipping the necklace, I feel a dark presence watching the two of us. I quickly turn to see Sebastian glaring at Alois and I.

"Oh, hey Sebastian." I walk up to him and turn to face Alois. "Hey Alois, this is Sebastian, my... butler."

"Pleasure to meet you," Alois says. He extends his hand towards Sebastian, but Sebastian doesn't return the gesture. He just continues giving him a cold glare.

"Um, well, I'll catch up with you later Alois. I just need to speak with Sebastian." I yank Sebastian's arm and drag him away from the boy. Once I dragging him into the hallways, I slam the door shut and face the demon. My eyebrow twitches in annoyance. "What the hell was that about, Sebastian?"

"What do you mean Catherine?"

"You know exactly what I mean!! Why'd you give my friend the stink eye?!"

"I don't particularly like him."

"You barely met him!"

"There's something about him that's off. I don't want you to be anywhere near him."

"You're not the boss of me, Sebastian." I turn to make my leave, that is until he grabs my wrist. Then, he twists me around in order to face.