Twisted Love (Ciel Phantomhive x Eve Fraile x Alois Trancy)

Chapter 7: A Pang of Jealousy

I hadn't left my room even after the servants tried to bring me down for supper. I wasn't in the mood at this very moment. I brushed my fingers along my neck where Ciel did when he brushed my hair away my the mark on my neck. I could still feel his touch even after the long pass of time. I say it must've been a good few hours since the last time one if the servants had knocked on my door for supper. I quietly lowered my head, taking in the silence until my stomach made a quick rumble. I gently placed my hand on my stomach. I parted my lips, letting a sigh escape. "I suppose I should get something to eat...." I said to myself. I pushed myself off the bed and into my feet, brushing off the dress then made my way to the door.

All the lights were out in the manor. They must've gone to their rooms. I quietly made my way through the dark hallway, feeling along the wall to guide my way. As I walked further and further, a light slowly began to appear, which grew bigger and bigger the further I walked. Someone's awake! I gasped as I tried to find somewhere to hide. The light filled the hallway where I was standing in plain sight.

"Sebastian...?" I spoke up, looking at the tall butler who held a candle. The butlers crimson eyes widened when he saw me. "Miss Eve? What on earth are you doing out here at this hour?" He asked with a surprised tone to his voice. I looked at the ground for a moment then back up at the man before me. "I was going to see if anyone was awake... So that I could ask them if I may have something to eat.." I explained to him, closing my eyes. Sebastian wore a smile. "Well. It wouldn't be polite to let a lady starve now would it?" He said to me. "Come along with me and I'll see what I can do." He said, extending his arm and holding his hand out. I gave the butler a smile as I opened my eyes. I quietly placed my hand ontop of his and followed him as he lead me towards the kitchen.

As the time passed quickly, Sebastian had made me a quick meal that should fulfill my appetite. "Thank you very much, Sebastian." I said to him as he placed the plate in front of me. I quietly laid a napkin on my lap and dipped my head. "It's my pleasure." He said with a warm smile. I returned his smile then quietly began to each what Sebastian had prepared for me.

"That was delicious." I exhaled, gently wiping my mouth with a napkin. "If I couldn't make something as simple as this to satisfy your appetite then what kind of butler would I be?" He smiled. "Now, allow me to escort you to your room so you can get some rest. We have a special visitor arriving tomorrow." He explained, picking up the candle again. I have him a nod and stood up. I trailed after Sebastian, looking at the back of his head which was currently a pitch Black, only to stand out from the light given by the candle's small flame.

"Thank you again, Sebastian. I hope I'm not much of a bother." I spoke up as we neared my door. "Oh heavens no, my lady. You're not a bother at all. In fact, I think it's quite a good thing you've come for I haven't seen my young master smile like that since I began my contract with him." He explained. I smiled slightly. "Is that so?" I said, beginning to open my door. "But of course. I never lie." The butler smirked and put a finger to his lips.

I gave Sebastian a quick nod. "Alright. Good night, Sebastian." I said as I stepped inside my room. "Good night, Mademoiselle." He replied before closing my door and walking off.

I quietly stripped of my dress and pulled on ny nightgown. I smiled at what Sebastian had said as I slipped under the silky covers. I slowly let my eyes close and soon, darkness overcame me as I fell asleep.

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The next morning I was woken up by the rays of sunlight beaming down on my pale face. I slowly let my eyes open, looking where the light was coming from. I vaguely see a figure striding from the window over to the closet which contained my clothing for my time being at the manor. "Mmm.... Lydia...?" I mumbled as I sat up and stretched my arm. "Not quite." The familiar deep voice filled my ears. "Sebastian?" I blinked, rubbing my eyes to spot the butler walking towards my bed with a dress in his hand. "My master has given me the orders to prepare you this morning." He explained as I slipped out of the covers and Sat on the edge of my bed. "I see." I said quietly. "I understand it's not my right to touch you skin my lady, but please bear with me." He said as he tied a blind fold around his eyes. My eyes widened as I was changed in a matter of seconds. "I looked down to see that I was now wearing light pink dress with white lace. "....Thank you, Sebastian..." I said quietly. I turn to see him smiling. He reached up and pulled the blindfold off then held out a hand. "Don't mention it. Now, come along. Our guest should be arriving." He explained as I gently placed my hand ontop of his.

He lead me out and towards the grand staircase to see Ciel standing there with his head lowered and pinching the bridge of his nose. "Ciel...?" I blinked as I called out his name. The young Lord glanced at me out of the corner of his eye. His eyes widened when he saw me and his cheeks filled with a pink blush. He quickly looked away. I smiled at how Ciel reacted.

Just then I heard footsteps running to the door. "I've got it Mister Sebastian!" Finnian called and ran to open the door, only to be hit with it as it flew open. "CCCCCCCIIIIIIIIEEEEEEEEELLLLLLL!" I high pitched voice called loudly. A small blonde girl ran up the stairs happily and grabbed Ciel's wrists, swinging him around happily. "E-Elizabeth!" Ciel gasped as he was tightly hugged. I blinked quietly, looking at the girl with an expressionless face. "Please, Ciel! Call me Lizzy! I've told you this already, silly!" She giggled with an annoyingly high pitch. As Lizzy talked away, Sebastian leaned diwn to my ear and whispered. "That is Elizabeth Midford. She is Ciel's fianceé."

My heart sudden dropped at those words. "F-Fianceé...?" I echoed under my breath. It felt like I was shot in the heart with an arrow, but not one of Cupid's. I turned my head away, trying to keep in the tears that welled up in my eyes. Ciel has a fianceé... I assume it was arranged then, because they're too young to be engaged. But... I still felt something I've never honestly felt before. Maybe... No, I can't be. Could I be feeling....

Jealous?