I went in town to do some shopping for Joker, felt it was odd that he randomly had chores for me to do, but didn't question it. Until I returned that it. I stands there as 'Smile' and 'Black' are introduced as new members. My face is completely blank as I throw a can at Joker's head, a injury he much deserves.

"Smile." I beckon him over. Let's go to my tent. He nods as Smile follows me and I hear him whisper about an unholy relationship between me, Smile, and Black. I make sure that I see no one, not even snakes.

"What are you doing here Ciel." I whisper.

"Same to you Emilia. Your family is frantic."

"I am not marrying that thing! I don't care if I am a noble, not him!"

"Don't worry. Druitt forgot about you by now. He went off to do some weird things after searching for you. For about a day." He sighs.

"Answer me. You wouldn't be here for no reason."

"Just some research. Don't get involved Emilia. You know the truth about me and Sebastian. I mean, you were there from the beginning."

"Yes..." I couldn't fight against him. He was the only thing that helped keep me sane the short time I was there. I don't know how long he was in that place for but he was already worn out. I wanted to die with the way those men treated me but Ciel and that boy always comforted me. Until he died... and Ciel snapped.

"Emilia!" I snap out of my memories to look at him. "Be a good girl and I'll take care of it."

"Yes... sir." Even though he is the same level as me I show him respect, as if I am a servant. Not because I fear him but because I respect and trust him. I know something is wrong with this circus, and that people may die... even though I love them I can't save them. As long as Snake is okay... I sit in the corner of my room and cry a little, just to numb my pain.

A few days pass and life is still peaceful. Snake has become more clingy lately though. I take all of this in as long as I can still experience this happiness.

"Feather." Sebastian beckons me over. "Let's go on a walk shall we?" I don't think anyone really saw us go into the forest, and after a little ways we stop. "I need you to do a little something for me.

"What?" I was waiting for this, to eventually be used for something.

"In an abandoned building a few towns down there is a messenger bird. I need you to go to this address and write a letter reporting to me."

"You... Just want me gone..."

"Such a smart girl. And don't tell anyone. Your instincts should be able to help you find the way.. Since you aren't exactly human anymore."

I go to slap him knowing it is futile. He blocks me easily and laughs. I guess it is time for my silent good-bye's. The dusk sky looks beautiful as I wait outside Snake's tent, the first time I've done this. Also probably the last. I see the silver haired man and smile as he looks flustered at his surprise. "I wanted to stay the night with you."

"Eh!? You mean mate!?... s-s-says Bronte."

"NO! Just sleep!"

"Oh..." Snake looks down sheepishly.

"Is that a no?" I pout a little and Snake starts flailing, shaking his hands and head 'no'. I spend the night using his cold arms as a pillow and snuggle him, until it is just before dawn and I disappear into the shadows.