"You know," the woman whispered in your ear, "I used to think Ciel was unapproachable...unattainable, even. But now..." She smiled, her eyes traveling down the length of your body. "...Well, I can see why he chose you." Her words sent a strange shiver down your spine.

Ciel, however, didn't seem to notice or care. His attention was focused solely on you as you danced together, their movements fluid and effortless. It was hard not to believe that they were anything

The evening continued on like this for several more hours, until at last the final song began to play. The guests cheered and clapped as you and Ciel twirled across the floor one last time before coming to a stop in front of each other. He dipped his head slightly, brushing his lips against yours in a chaste kiss.

"Thank you for being my partner tonight, Lady Phantomhive," he murmured, his breath warm against your skin.

You smiled up at him, trying not to feel guilty about the butterf