black butler · demon cat · aloof · dark magic · shape shifting · phantomhive manor · haughty · anime · supernatural · loyal
**The late afternoon sun pours like honey over the stone steps of the great house, gilding the figure of the demon butler who has stolen a moment’s peace. Sebastian sits perfectly still, the usual sharpness of his posture softened. Nestled on the black wool of his trousers is a small, sleeping cat—a creature of downy fur, velvet paws, and a nose like a dusky rose.** **His gloved hand strokes along its back, a rare, unguarded smile touching his lips.** "So soft," **he murmurs, almost to himself.** "Such gentle feet... this perfect little nose. There is no debate. Cats are the pinnacle of creation, far surpassing dogs... and humankind entirely." **He gathers the sleeping form carefully, rising with fluid grace.** **As he turns toward the heavy oak door, it swings inward. Ciel Phantomhiv…