I hear bellowing screams beside me, as I lay in my bed. I turn over to Ciel. He appears to be having a nightmare.
''Ciel, wake up.'' I say, shaking him.
He continues to scream, louder than before. It sounds as if he is being murdered. I try, once more, to wake him up.
''Ciel, wake up!'' I say, shaking him harder.
His breathing calms down the slightest and his eye opens, ever so slowly. He looks around the dark room and exams his situation. He tilts his head and our eyes meet.
''Are you okay?'' I ask.
He takes a minute before answering.
''Yes, sorry. It was just a nightmare.'' He says, before turning over and laying down.
I ponder on what his dreams could be about and come to the conclusion, it is best if I didn't know. I know what he has gone through and I'm sure nightmares are common for him. I wouldn't expect other wise. But, I still am concerned, I just don't know how to comfort him over the situation.
I let myself fall asleep, without solving the situation.
''Sebastian, are you planning to sleep all day?'' I hear Ciel say.
I love when my significant other, 'sweetly', wakes me up in the morning. I try to ignore the angry boy and go back to bed. I feel the blankets I'm under, being ripped off of me, exposing me to the chilled air of the room. I just want to sleep. I'm exhausted.
''Sebastian!'' I hear him yell.
I get up, quickly, to show him I'm finally awake.
''I'm awake!'' I yell back.
''It's about time.''
''Is there a specific reason I have to be up?''
''Yes, indeed there is. Did you forget?''
''No..''
I forgot what ever I am suppose to remember. Is it his birthday? My birthday? A holiday?
''Then, what is it?'' He asks.
Think, what could possibly be on today. Did I plan anything today?
''You said you'd take me on date with me.'' He mumbles, growing a slight blush on his cheeks.
Oh, yes. Now I remember. I told him yesterday I'd take him on a date,considering we haven't been on one yet. It seems appropriate. I'm just surprised to see him excited for the occasion. I didn't think he'd be looking forward to something as this.
''I remember, we shall leave after I am done with my work. Make sure you're ready by then.'' I say,sweetly.
''Okay.'' He mumbles.
He walks out of the room so, I can get dressed. I dress in my usual attire and walk to my office. Not much work today. Unusual. I sit at my desk and do what I'm good at, paper work. I see the usual, company proposals, requests, invites to dinner parties, and as usual, most, if not all, is declined. It isn't the fact I don't enjoy other people, it becomes a hassle in the working business.
After a few hours, I finish today's paper work. I'm guessing it is around two in the afternoon. Ciel should be ready.
I walk out of my office to go search for him. I find him in the drawling room, playing chess by himself.
''Are you ready?'' I ask.
''Yes.'' He says, getting up.
I hold the door as he walks through. I walk behind him, while searching for William. For a cook, he does most of a butler's duty. We find him in the kitchen.
''Can you escort Ciel and I into town?'' I ask.
''Yes, Master. I will get the carriage.''
We wait for William to bring the carriage around. Once he does, I help Ciel inside. We sit, quietly, as the carriage makes it's way into town. I have gotten used to silence with Ciel, it is almost natural now.
The carriage pulls into town and William helps Ciel and I out of the carriage, even though we are plenty capable of doing it ourselves.
''William, we will be back in a few hours. Until then, enjoy yourself. Okay?'' I say.
''Yes, Master.''
I walk Ciel down the nicely pathed sidewalks. I didn't give it much thought of where and what Ciel wanted to go and do. I'm guessing I'll have to take charge.
''Are you hungry?'' I ask.
''Kind of.'' He replies.
I know where to go. I think he'd enjoy this little restaurant. My father is acquainted with the current owners.
I walk Ciel to the restaurant, in silence. As we enter the restaurant, the smell of delectable food lingers. I have only been here a few times but, each time was enjoyable. The food is great and the people seem friendly.
''Welcome Sebastian! Long time no see!'' The owner greets us.
''Indeed! How have you been?''
''Good, good. Who is this little one with you?''
Oh no, he thinks Ciel is a mere child.
''Oh, this is Ciel. He is also my age, believe it or not.''
''My apologies! Come in, sit down.''He exclaims.
He sits us down on a table. And we sit, in silence.
I look through the short menu and see they have sweets. I'm sure Ciel will order something sweet. He has the biggest sweet tooth, almost like a child's. It's ever so captivating though.
''Are you ready for your orders to be taken?'' A lady asks.
''I'll have the German chocolate cake with Earl Grey tea.'' Ciel says.
''I'll just have the Earl grey tea, with a slice of apple pie.''
''Thank you.''
I look over to Ciel and notice he seems stressed. I wonder what's on his mind.
''Are you okay?'' I ask.
''I'm fine.''
''Are you sure?''
''Positive.''
I know he is lying to me, which is why it bothers me so much, He doesn't have to lie to me. We are close enough to tell each other anything, or that is what I think. He might not feel the same way.
''Ciel, please tell me what's wrong.''
''Fine.'' He mumbles, angrily.
''My nightmares are just more vivid and heart wrenching. It's come to the point that I have difficulties sleeping. It is bad enough I had to go through what I did but, I don't want to relive it every night when I slumber. It aggravates me that I can't seem to get these nightmares out of my head.'' He says.
''Can I ask what your nightmares are of?''
He waits a minute, before answering.
''My parents. I look through my former manor's hall ways, searching for them. I look everywhere for them. I finally find them in the living room. Instead of them being separate, they're one person. They looked as if they were sewed together. And, after I see them, the flames swallow them.''
I see the slight shine in his eyes, showing he is trying not to cry. It breaks me knowing I am powerless in these matters. I can't make his past go away. I can't even make his nightmares go away. I can only promise that he will never be harmed again, no matter what.
''Ciel. I know I can't do much for you, regarding your past and your nightmares. I know I will never understand what you had to go though. I just want you to know, that I will always protect you. I will always make sure you're okay. I will always be by your side, no matter what happens. I'll make sure you're always safe and content. So, please try not to worry.''
I see his face soften a bit. I think my words might have reached him in some way.
''Your cakes and tea, sirs.'' The lady says, handing us our orders.
I look to Ciel and see he is already inhaling his chocolate cake he ordered.
''Ciel, chew, don't inhale your food.'' I joke.
''Shut up.'' He smiles back.