SebastianxReader [Devoured]

The demon stood in the shadows and watched as the young lady came out of the manor.  She had been attending the birthday party of a noble boy, and after three hours she was finally taking her leave.  She wore a primrose party gown and her face was adorned with just enough makeup to bring out her beautiful features.  She was absolutely enchanting.

He kept his eyes fixed on her as she said her goodbyes to the other guests.  She smiled politely and offered a small curtsy to each.  The demon winced with anticipation as she reached the final guest.

Eight long months have passed since Sebastian began serving his master, each passing day making it agonizingly more difficult to control his hunger.  He normally didn't have to wait so long between meals, as it were, but his young master was in no hurry to perish.  The demon's hunger was beginning to grow very real, and he knew the only way he would be able to contain himself was to feast on the soul of another.

Friends of Sebastian would say that he was a kind soul who would do nothing to harm an innocent life, which was usually correct.  However, when a demon goes so long without feeding they become ticking time bombs.  So the last few days were spent observing all kinds of people, nobles and servants alike, in hopes of finding a soul adequate enough to quench his hunger.

It was but this morning that he finally found the right one, the soul of a beautiful young maiden.  The butler had been at the local jewelry store having his master's ring cleaned when she came in to purchase a broach.  She must have been a regular because the jeweler knew her straight away.  He called her (F/N), such a lovely name.

Sebastian became instantly smitten the moment her sweet scent laid hold of his nostrils.  She was the one, there was no doubt in his mind.

He spent the afternoon watching her, lurking in the shadows, waiting patiently for his opportunity to strike; and struck it did.  She was taking a stroll down the street with her dog when a friend of hers ran into her and began spewing on about a party that she just had to attend.  The party would be held at a manor only two blocks from hers, so he correctly surmised that she would not bother to take her carriage.

(F/N) walked herself to the party and she would walk herself back home.  That is when the demon would strike.

"Are you certain that you do not want a ride home, (F/N)?  My driver will be more than happy to take you." Said one of the older gentleman, scratching his balding head nervously.  "It is very dangerous for a young lady like yourself to be out in the dark streets alone, especially after all that nasty Jack the Ripper business."

(F/N) simply smiled.  "I appreciate the offer very much, my Lord, but I will be quite alright.  I have Gretchen here to protect me."

The demon grimaced as she reached down to pet Gretchen, her large German Shepard.  He had not counted on her dragging the mutt along to the party, but he knew he would have no trouble disposing of it.  He loathed dogs anyway so it would be a pleasure.

"Please do be careful, milady." The gentleman pleaded, grabbing her hand and kissing it.  "Take heed to your surroundings at all times."

"Of course.." She replied.  She fastened a pink leash on the German Shepard's collar.  "Come, Gretchen.."

Sebastian ducked into a small alley way and waited as she strolled down the empty street.  She was whistling a happy tune as she grew closer and closer to her demise.  It almost seemed a shame to rob the world of such elegant beauty, but the demon knew that it he had to do it for his master's sake.  It was the only way he could prevent himself from devouring the boy's soul prematurely.

The sound of (F/N)'s high heels clicking against the pavement was but a few feet away now, so Sebastian casually stepped out of the alley and offered her a warm smile.  "Good evening, my lady." He said, putting his hand to his chest with a small bow.  He awaited her reply, but before she could speak a word, Gretchen began frantically barking at the butler.  She stood on her hind legs and tried to charge towards him.

"Gretchen!" (F/N) cried, trying to pull the dog back.  "What has gotten into you, girl!?"

She turned her attention to the stranger in front of her.  "My sincerest apologies, sir!  She is normally so friendly with strangers."

"No need to apologize.." He answered, eyeing the mongrel with disdain.  "I'm sure she just smells my cat."

(F/N) kneeled to the ground and wrapped her arms around Gretchen, trying to calm her down.  "Shh...it's okay, girl."

Gretchen ignored her and continued growling and barking at the demon.  Sebastian made sure the young lady was not looking before flashing the dog a demonic glare, making her yelp in fear and run in the opposite direction.

"Gretchen!" (F/N) turned around to chase after her but was halted when the demon grabbed her arm.  Her (e/c) eyes were wide as she looked back at him, so he smiled at her again in hopes of easing her fear. 

"You should not run off by yourself..." He purred gently, "There may be predators lurking about."

"But she might get lost out there!" She cried, trying to pull herself away from him.  "Please, let me go!"

The demon held on to her, using his free hand to stroke her hair.  "You are such a beautiful creature, (F/N)."

(F/N)'s brows furrowed in confusion.  "Who are you..?  How did you know my name?"

"You needn't worry yourself about that..." Sebastian chuckled, moving his hand from her hair down to her face.  He ran his thumb across her lips.  "Such purity is difficult to find these days.  I am truly going to enjoy devouring it."  Before the young lady could process what he was saying, he wrapped his arm around her waist and dragged her into the dark alley, covering her mouth with his other hand before she could scream for help.

He pinned her wrists to a brick wall with one hand and held her there.   She tried to pull herself away but he was far too strong.  "Forgive me, my dear."  The demon said, slowly lowering his hand from her mouth.  "I cannot help myself..." 

He pressed his lips against hers and began draining her essence, scarcely noticing the horrific choking sounds she made as he did.  All he could focus on was the sweet, sweet taste of her soul.  It was like nothing he had ever tasted before.  It only took a few seconds before the girl fell limp in his arms.  Her eyes were wide open but they were void of any life.  Blood dripped from the sides of her mouth. 

The demon sighed as he let her fall from his arms on to the cold ground.   "Yours was a truly sweet soul.  I doubt I shall ever feast on another like it."