"Lustful...?" Ciel had figured that already, and the fact that Sebastian now confirmed it made him shudder. Why did he have to be the focus of a second-rate tailor of all people? If he was going to get into some sort of relationship it should be with a woman of his age, likely one of high standing and wealth. Instead he was being pursued by a former circus attraction who somehow got a job as a tailor's apprentice. Shaking his head the earl lifted his fork, beginning to pick away at his breakfast. He found himself wishing he was successful in his revenge already, then he'd not have to deal with this... Nonsense. "Good, see to it that you do. She had best have a very good explanation as to why I was sexually harassed by her apprentice." There were some serious discipline issues if Alex thought that kind of behavior was acceptable. And to suggest that Ciel had enjoyed it... The nerve of him. "I sincerely hope that for her sake she has a good explanation for this."

It wasn't until late in the afternoon that Ms. Baker would finally reach the Phantomhive estate. She must have traveled from somewhere a bit distant to take so long to reach the place, as Ciel knew the route from her store well, it was an hour or two by carriage at most. Rather than being brought to him no less it was Ciel who was taken to meet her in the guest room. Already not thrilled with the apprentice this minor annoyance bugged him more than it should have, and by the time he got upstairs his mood was rather sodden. Even a woman of her age, despite having seniority by a great deal bowed to the young earl, as was customary. All he could do in turn was give a curt nod of his head, trying his utmost not to say anything right off the bat. There was quite a lot to discuss, but simply delving into it and shouting his problems at the elderly woman was much too unbecoming of him.

"Yes well... Alex's behavior has demanded the meeting, I'm afraid." Ciel replied, taking a seat in the armchair in the room. Crossing one leg over the other he folded his hands across his lap, looking at the tailor sternly. "I appreciate your service and would recommend you to some of my associates without second thought. Your work, while not very renowned is every bit as good as the more prominent tailors. With that being said..." Taking a pause he lowered his leg, resting his elbows on his knees as he leaned forward. "With that being said... Your apprentice's behavior this morning was absolutely unacceptable. I will not go into details about what happened, but know that he was very close to being forcefully removed from my estate by Sebastian. Were he his own employer I'd simply cut off my business with him then and there. However... Because he is under your employ, his behavior in turn reflects on you. While normally I am pleased to use your service, today was a serious stain on your reputation." Ciel smiled slightly at Ms. Baker, lifting his head as he gave her a curious stare. "I do hope you've something to say for your apprentice's behavior. I will not do business with someone who cannot keep their employees in line."