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[sapphiremiracle]

Since everyone seems to be in the spirit of introducing themselves... { Vincent looks as out of place as possible. He is obviously wearing Victorian clothes - of such a cut that they are obviously expensive - and he is resting in the grass under a great tree. }

I am Vincent Phantomhive. I have never owned a farm, though I was set to inherit a manor.

{ Let it not be said that he is completely lazy, however. Nearby, some planting has been done and there is a shovel resting against a rock. }

Are there any other nobles about? How are you faring with your physical labor?

{ He finds the idea of nobles laboring amusing, okay. }

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[hellish_butler]

[Too late, if Vincent worries about being a sweaty mess. Humans are always inclined to be sweaty under this hot, humid weather. It doesn't bother Sebastian much if Vincent worries about his appearance and making a good impression in front of a servant.]

Yes, indeed, no doubt that was expected of you. Still, looks like you gave gardening a try and by the looks of it, it's not a bad start.

[Ah yes Tanaka. He was an old man from Sebastian's time. For Vincent, he must still a spry middle-aged gentleman running the household.]

That's not necessary for yourself. I just hire people to run my farm, so I can free up my time to be an efficient butler, serving my master. I can't run two jobs at once.

If you enjoy running the farm by yourself, then that would be an interesting professioN. if you enjoy it, you can make it work in your favor. Farming isn't a hobby, but a livelihood. I just find it surprising because if you intend to be the earl of a manor, then as the earl you're the landlord of the people who live on your properties. After all, farming isn't exactly what nobles are raised for...

Still, under this hot weather, if you would like refreshments, I'll be happy to share the lunch that I made and I made it ready in my kitchen.

[sapphiremiracle]

{ He isn't keeping himself in pristine condition for only a servant. An appearance can reflect strength or it can reflect weakness. Vincent doesn't mind being seen as more than human by his enemies - wherever they may be. }

I've watched farmers at work, but it is harder than I expected. { This gives him a new respect for those who serve him. } Who is your Master again?

{ Hiring people... Somehow Vincent can't help but think of that as an easy way out. But considering the amount of planting he needs to do, it is perhaps an inevitable outcome. }

No man can be in two places at once. I wouldn't expect that of Tanaka, though he would try!

{ He arches a brow. } Can I not decide what I am raised for? { There is something sharp behind his words. } Very well. If you are being generous, how can I disapprove?

[hellish_butler]

My Master?

[Oh that's a hard question. The Master's name. Part of Sebastian's contract...he can only tell the truth, and he knows "Ciel" is the one who keeps up with appearances and the demon must protect that. As Sebastian never called him "Ciel" personally, he calls him Young Master.

His contract forbid him to tell lies.]

I believe you will come to know of him and learned of him in due time. He's a noble like yourself. I believe when the time is right, he will have business with you, as the both of you share the same last name, and by then, you and him will have quite a discussion, I imagine. I must say, he is of your kin and the both of you are related.

For a 13-year-old, he's an energetic gentleman that I gladly serve. A child prodigy and a curious mind, just like yours.

[But then with a pause. He wanted to say he is your "son" as that's the truth, but then again Sebastian wonders if revealing such delicate information will ruin the time-continuum of things and explain to the Senior Phantomhive about the both of them having come from his future. But the demon does believe such phenomena and he does take care of the possible consequences. After all, there's a saying a butterfly fell on water and makes a wave, and it can lead to an earthquake on the other side of the world.

With sigh followed by a smile.]

Well, you are here. You can decide what you would like to do and be a captain of your own fate. After all, farming can be a good business. [And he can run a company here if so chooses.] It shall be a treat to serve as you, my lord.

It's a hot day, after all.