To my faithful Guard Dog,

It has come to my attention that a circus of dark proportions has entered London. This so called Dark Woods Circus is thought to be dealing with the black market. But if it was simply a matter of stolen antiques I wouldn't be writing this letter. I fear that I am being watched as it is and can only say that there may be some immortal danger. Both of us know of the true sides of heaven and hell, so I trust that you will be able to notice the truth from the lies. I wish you the best of luck on this case and hope for pleasant results.

Sincerely,

Queen Elizabeth

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Ciel lets out a tired sigh as he folds the letter and places it on his office desk. Standing he orders Sebastian to ready the carriage and fetch his coat. The demon butler bows saying 'yes my lord' before rushing off to do as told, and by the time Ciel has walked down to the front door of the mansion Sebastian is waiting for him. Helping his master put on his coat he then helps him into the carriage telling the driver where to take them. Only when he is seated opposite of the young earl do the two decide to speak.

"Sebastian can you tell when another immortal is near you?" Ciel asks resting his elbow on the carriage door and his cheek on his closed fist. Sebastian looks at his young master with a raised brow and his usual smirk. Crossing his arms over his chest he turns his gaze towards the passing buildings outside the window.

"To an extent yes, if they are older more skilled immortals they may have their powers masked. But most demons, angels, and shinigami do not mask their powers."

"If the Queen's letter is anything to go by we very well might run into another immortal." Ciel states smiling slightly when Sebastian turns an unamused look towards him. "Are there other immortal species than demons, angel, and shinigami?"

"Yes and no, most have either been hunted off by humans of died out on their own. An example are Unicorns and Mermaids, Unicorns were hunted for their magical abilities and mermaids killed for their supposed life granting flesh."

"I know of that myth and many others, a Mermaids flesh was thought to grant humans eternal life. But most of the tales ended with the consumers death or turning into a Mermaid themselves." Ciel reply's getting a nod from the demon butler in reply. "I am going to guess that most creatures humans believe to be fantasy truly exist. Or at least used to exist at some point in time in this realm."

"Yes my lord, you are correct to assume that but some creatures are just different versions of the same species. Demons are a prime example of this for there are many types or races of demons." Sebastian explains, his ruby eyes flashing a bright pink before returning to the usual red tint. "We have arrived young master."

"How do you do that?" Ciel mumble to himself as the carriage comes to a stop not a moment later. Sebastian only smiles opening the door and helping the small noble out. Both turn their calculating gazes towards their new mission, the smaller of the two feeling a small chill run down his spine. In front of them is a large circus tent with the usual smaller tents and booths scattered around it. People dressed in costumes made to resemble monsters, angels and other magical or scary things are walking around. Some of them are handing out balloons, running the booths, or setting up the attractions. ( AN-i could't find any decent/ accurate rides/games listings for the 1800's so i am just using some things most people know of or have played themselves. sorry if this upsets anyone :( ...) All the usual carnival rides can be easily spotted along with the more than likely rigged game booths. Many people are running about smiling and having fun despite the strange theme of the circus. Looking up at the brightly painted yet sinister sign Ciel frowns. His voice holding no childish excitement like the children around him as he read the name aloud.

"Dark Woods Circus." letting out a small sigh he begins walking forward and under the large sign "Let us get this over with I do not want to spend anymore time at a circus than needed." Sebastian smiles at his masters obvious discomfort remembering quite well his reason for it.

"But we did solve part of the puzzle you so desperately wish to solve. Even if it didn't end in smiles." the demon butler chuckles as Ciel stiffens at his last statement. The hidden meaning behind it not lost as the pair continue through the crowd of nobles and carnies alike. After about an hour or so of simply strolling through the many game/food stalls Sebastian picks up on something. The telltale aura of a shinigami and, by the strong force of it, more than one it seems. Informing his young master of this they head off to investigate. For if the shinigami are around then a death is sure to follow.

"SEBAS~CHAN~!"

The high pitched yell causes Ciel and Sebastian to stiffen and slowly look over their shoulders. Sure enough they are greeted with the sight of Grell Sutcliff running towards them. And not to far behind him is a not so amused Ronald Knox. The poor blond doing his best to keep up with his senpai all the while making sure his scythe doesn't hit anyone. In a typical Grell fashion the flamboyant reaper lunges at Sebastian. And as usual is dodged by the demon butler with out even a care for the redheads safety.

"Grell what are you doing here?" Ciel asks (demands) looking down at the reaper not even bothering to help him up. Grell pouts up at Sebastian before picking up his chainsaw and standing.

"Oh shut it brat!" he growls as he dusts off his clothes. "But if you must know we are here on a mission of immortal business." Ronald finally reaches them panting slightly and sending a small non threatening glare towards Grell.

"Senpai please don't run off like that again, Will senpai strictly told me not to let you out of my sight." he sighs leaning on his lawnmower and giving a wave in greeting to Ciel and Sebastian. "I get the feeling you might be here for a reason similar to ours."

"If the letter the queen sent is anything to go by." Ciel sighs walking away Sebastian right behind him. To no ones surprise Grell follows after them, Ronald letting out a sigh as he falls instep behind his senpai.

"So the puppy has been called to the circus eh?" Grell snickers gaining a glare from said 'puppy' "Well the higher ups in the shinigami realm are worried about something and sent us here. But it isn't only here that they have sent reapers to investigate."

"Were you told what it is that will be occurring then?" Sebastian asks giving the redhead one of his fake smiles. Grell blushes and tries to hug him only to be dodged again.

"Sorry Bassy but all we were told is to look out for other immortals." Grell sighs looking around at the humans with a slightly amused gaze. "I find it funny how human's fear death yet they create new things to cause it everyday." *he muses to himself gaining a strange look from Ciel*

*Looking away from the redhead Ciel begins to speak, once again proving he is more then a simple human child.* "Human's seek to feel the thrill of death, to stand on the edge of it but not fall off into it's clutches. It is a way for them to basically laugh in deaths face, saying that even death has it's limits if even only slightly." *he stops in front of a tent labeled Exotic Animal's and Mythical Oddities. A large man that is more then likely the circuses 'strong man' is guarding the entrance.* "Sebastian." *is all he says and gets a smirk from the demon, a few seconds later the entrance to the tent is cleared.* "If a human where to have aught a immortal creature they would wish to show it off. And what better way to pass it off then at a circus." *he says walking into the tent, Sebastian following right behind him. Leaving two very shocked reapers behind them.*

*Ronald looks up at his senpai while leaning on the handle of his lawnmower* "Senpai that kid is a bit strange, humans also don't like ta admit their faults. Yet this kid is the exact opposite of a human most of the time." *Grell only gives a low giggle and perches his chainsaw over his shoulder*

"Well he has been with my Bassy for gods know how long. Come on Ronny I wan't to spend more time with my love!" *the redheaded reaper then rushes off after the young earl and his demon butler. Ronald groaning and chasing after his senpai yet again.*