Disclaimer: Inyuasha belongs to Rumiko Takahashi. Merely borrowing her characters for my own twisted pleasure.

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Note: For this story Sesshoumaru underwent extensive regeneration with the help of demon healers and gained back his missing arm.

Warnings: Yaoi, incest, bondage, violence, smex, Kagome-bashing and vulgar language. Please click the Back button if you do not wish to continue.

Disparity

By CharmGirl24.

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This had to be the most comfortable bed in the entire world the hanyou mused feeling more relaxed and contented than he had ever been. Honestly he wanted to lie in bed and sleep all day, it was just so soft and warm and usually he was used to sleeping on the cold, hard ground-

What the fuck!

Literally leaping off the bed he gazed about himself wildly, reaching for his sword ready to slice up any attackers, but when he couldn't find his sword, he finally looked at himself and realized his state of undress. Attired only in his hakama, his chest bare.

Then he saw the massive bed he'd just been lying on not a few moments ago piled high with numerous pillows and throws and blankets. In the corners of the room he noticed the rest of his clothing and sword neatly placed. Slowly he surveyed his surroundings, the embroidery tapestries, the rich dark wood, the tasteful art pieces.

Blinking a few times, he even pinched himself to assure himself he wasn't imagining things. The hanyou had never been in a more lavish, beautiful room in his life and the feeling of being a speck of dirt marring the appearance of this royal adode encompassed him.

However his confusion didn't last long for taking a moment to glance out the window he realized just where he was and instantly became enraged. Inuyasha was ready to rearrange the ice prick's beautiful face and stick his sword in his heart. The asshole had brought him back to his shithole castle.

Then the memories from the prior night came rushing back and his felt his face become flushed as he realized just how emotional and ridiculous he had acted. Oh god the shame acting like some whiny bitch! And dammit he'd fucking cried, that's right cried in front of the jerk face, sobbing like a helpless child blubbering all over the place. What the hell was wrong with him!

He could just imagine how pathetic the elder demon now considered him to be. Inuyasha lost all of his fight recalling his weakness, now he just wanted to hide away, wallowing in self-pity and shame. Seriously why did he ever give a rat's ass what Sesshoumaru even thought, but no matter how he tried to convince himself otherwise he still cared. So his first priority was to get dressed and get haul his ass outta this fortress without encountering the bastard.

Really that shouldn't be too hard to do, the hanyou was damn sure the daiyoukai had better things to be doing than watching his every move. By the time he even gave the half-breed a second thought Inuyaha would be miles away and everything would be just dandy. Keh.

Once his clothes were on he pulled on the sliding door, glancing around to check if the coast was clear he stole out of his room like a bandit in the night even if the midday sun was shining brightly. The hanyou didn't know where the fuck he was going but he figured if he skulked around long enough he'd find the exit.

Almost an hour later no such luck, he was even more lost and bewildered than before. The castle was like a friggin' maze and for some blasted reason he kept ending up back at his room. At this point he was more than four stories off the ground and though it was a long way down he was ready to risk it, he was quite willing to jumps. Anything to get outta this godforsaken place. Argh.

Then hearing voices as he rounded the corner, he ran pell-mell down the corridor running straight into a big soft, cushy…..blob? Raising his head he gazed up at the tallest, most voluptuous demoness he had ever seen. Everything about her was big. Big boobs, big hair, big legs. You get the picture.

He stood stunned just staring in bemusement at the sight before him before he was enveloped in a bone-crushing embrace pushing his head directly into the big woman's breasts. Desperately he began struggling to free himself so he could keep breath and avoid being squashed by those enormous jugs.

But his struggles weren't doing much for him if anything he hold tightened and it was all he could to suck air into his depraved lungs. This was ricdiculous a strong, powerful hanyou like himself being brought down by a puny woman…then ahain there was nothing puny about this female.

It seemed to go on forever, his lips on the verge of turning blue when he was abruptly released landing flat on his ass, dazed and in pain as he wheezed and coughed loudly. Rubbing his probably bruised ribs gingerly, wincing as he felt a sharp pain in his lower back bone standing up. Inuyasha felt as though he'd just been in a brawl and had come out at the wrong end of the stick.

Then before he had a chance to regain his bearings he was once again being assaulted his cheeks being pinched and his hair being ruffled worse yet he had no way to fight back this woman was like a friggin' octopus. Her hands were everywhere…..he let out an embarrassing yelp when her tentacles drifted too low clutching his privates. Alarmed he managed to get hands untangled and shoved at her frantically barely making her budge but effectively distancing himself from her.

Like a caged wild animal his eyes darted around looking for possible exits, but she literally filled the corridor there was no way he could get past her. He honestly didn't want to be mauled all over again and he obviously was pretty defenseless as sad as it was to admit with his monstrous female. Although it was the last thing he every wanted to do, he had no choice he'd take his chances. But he'd probably kick himself after for it.

So opening his mouth wide, he took a deep breath and yelled at the top of his lungs, "Sesshoumaru!"

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The trek back to his home hadn't taken long, he'd carried his sleeping made cradled in his arms bridal style all the way back resisting the urge to ravish his mate every time he exhaled, his warm breath tickling the elder demon's sensitive neck, doing all sorts of funny things to his body.

As he approached the barriers surrounding his city he wondered what reception he'd garner with his newfound mate, but then just as quickly shook the thought from the head he was the master of these lands what they thought was insignificant in comparison to his will.

Not to be mistaken he cared for the well-being and prosperity of all those who lived under his rule and placed their lives and trust in him and he endeavored not to abuse it and treat them fairly and justly. But who he chose as his mate was not neither their concern nor was it not up for discussion. They may not like it but they would accept and acknowledge Inuyasha if only out of respect for him. The decision to take a mate is always considered to be a sacred and serious act and to show contempt and disapproval of another's choice would most certainly lead to bloodshed in almost all cases.

As the guards stationed at the entrance noticed their lord's advance the rest of the palace staff were also alerted. Though they questioned briefly his unusual, unexpected appearance they were no less pleased to have their master finally return.

However their eyes widened considerably as they realized that their lord was hold something…..no someone in his arms. Immediately their minds began to race coming up with various conclusions each one more impossible than the next. They even wondered if he had brought back another human as he had done before with the little girl, Rin who had surprisingly enchanted them despite their lack of regard for humans.

For a split second they wondered if their sire had found his mate but dismissed it immediately the figure in his arms though they were unable to see his face derived it was a male and while two men mating was not taboo it was a somewhat uncommon site especially among those of the Western Lands, though it was more prevalent in the East and some parts of the South.

It was much too early for the city's occupants to have awoken though there were a few business places which had begun preparations early for the incoming day such as bakeries and the produce market. As he walked silently through the vacant streets, the air crisp and the still, tranquil atmosphere he felt himself reconnect with the only place he'd ever called home.

Imagined the narrow pathways and myriad shops alive and bustling with his people, the shouts and chorus of sellers and shoppers trying to make a bargain or earn a sale. He wanted this, he wanted to share this experience with his mate, to walk through the city together and show the hanyou all his favourite shops and eateries, to have him gain his own preferences, to come to love and cherish this place as much as he did, to make a place for himself here as well. To feel that he belonged.

Though it seemed as though he was getting a bit ahead of himself considering the current state of affairs between Inuyasha and himself he hoped one day soon his musings would become a reality.

Sighing he knew he should preparing himself for when his mate eventually woke up and he knew they weren't going to have a pleasant conversation, more like a shouting match. It was utterly disgraceful how easily he lost his cool around Inuyasha and reverted back to squabbling children. Again he sighed, he seemed to being doing that a lot these days and he didn't think it would be lessening anytime soon.

By the time he made it back to his residence his personal staff was already at hand to greet him not that he was surprised. If they were alarmed by his slumbering companion they didn't show it, but they wouldn't be in the position they were if they behaved in such a manner. Quickly he instructed them to set up a luxurious suite for Inuyasha in close proximity, placing emphasis on the close to his own set of rooms.

He knew Inuyasha wouldn't appreciate sleeping in his bed as of yet however much the daiyoukai wished it and right now he desired for Inuyasha to feel as comfortable and welcomed as possible and he wouldn't allow anything to muck it up.

His servants did not disappoint the hanyou's quarters were elegant and plush without being extravagant and garish. Setting the younger demon down gently, he removed part of his clothing for Inuyasha's comfort, refraining from removing any more for both their sakes. The daiyoukai arranged him comfortably and while reluctant to leave his mate he left explicit instructions that this part of the castle was off limits to everyone.

As well if someone should encounter his companion they were instructed to obey his every whim but were not allowed to let him leave the castle. This Sesshoumaru was to be informed as soon as the half-demon awoke. The daiyoukai knew his mate quite well and he expected Inuyasha to be in a foul mood once he discovered exactly where he was.

Leaving the hanyou he made his way to the bathing rooms, he'd been travelling for days without a proper cleansing and the grim and dirt on his body irked him to no end. Unclothing he moaned as he stepped into the steaming scented bath water, feeling his tensed muscles loosen after the stress he'd been under not to mention the rather uncomfortable position he had spent the last several hours in while holding his young mate though he didn't regret it in the least.

Donning his freshly pressed clean robes he felt more relaxed and in control since his faithful battle with Inuyasha that had triggered the chain reaction of events over the last few weeks.

Unfortunately he had been away for quite some time and as a result the paperwork had piled up. Being a lord wasn't as glamorous as it sounded the amount of paperwork involved was astounding and currently he was seated in his study glaring at the stacks upon stacks of complaints, budgets, reports, treaties, proposals and other documents that were either sent for his approval or inspection. Later he had a meeting with the council and his advisors and he had to meet with the representatives from the different sectors of the city after, who either had issues they needed resolved or to give their regards.

That night he would usually be compelled to entertain nobles upon his return but he had adamantly insisted that it be rescheduled for he badly needed to spend more time with Inuyasha.

Just thinking about his packed schedule left him feeling wary. No he would never shrink from his duties, but it seemed that it was demanding a great deal of his time and attention when his main focus should be on wooing the hanyou.

He picked up his cooling cup of tea and was about to take a sip when his eardrums were assaulted by the sound of his name being screeched from almost halfway across the palace. It was all he could do not to drop the delicate ware in his hand before rising from his seat and speeding off in direction of the summons.

This Sesshoumaru didn't want to imagine what would actually cause his mate to call him for assistance. More than a few of his servants looked at their master strangely as he swept through the corridors, they too had heard the shriek and the thought of someone uttering their lord's given name in such a brash, unrefined manner peeved them, they were sure retribution would be dealt swiftly.

Not bothering to stop and fix his harried appearance, hair slightly ruffled, his clothes untidy, his eyes were bright and sparking. Two pairs of eyes met his own as he stared incredulously at the sight before him.

The half-demon looking annoyed, incensed and a bit embarrassed cringing in a corner trying to fend off a tiger demoness of impressive size, with bright orange hair that was barely tamed into a long plait, and large, oval black eyes that usually shone with intelligence and amusement now scarily gazing upon his mate with wonder and mischief.

The daiyoukai barely restrained a groan, he'd been hoping to get Inuyasha settled in before these two met, he knew it was inevitable but he'd been hoping to postpone it for as long as possible but the demoness had other ideas and now he'd just have to deal with it.

Fixing his icy golden gaze upon them he spoke, "Tsubaki please step away from Inuyasha."

The tigress seemed to contemplate following his orders before unwillingly pulling away from the crouched demon, the hanyou immediately scrambled to his feet huffing in anger ready to start off on a tirade before the elder demon cut him off.

"As much as I would like an explanation as to what has transpired Inuyasha has just awoken and this is his first visit to the palace, I ask of you to please bring him his breakfast, I am sure he is famished."

The woman eyes immediately lit up at the thought of feeding the hanyou and nodded her head sharply, "Is there anything in particular you'd liked served?"

"I leave it up to you."

If anything the tigeress became even more elated and flashing a grin at the half-breed strode off in what was assumed to be the direction of the kitchen.

Not a moment later Inuyasha exploded, "WHAT THE HELL WAS THAT! She came outta nowhere feeling me up, trying to smother me. What kinda freak ass help do you have in this place anyway?"

The mental image Sesshoumaru's mind unconsciously conjured caused the daiyoukai to muffle a smirk, he knew exactly what Tsubaki was like at times and he knew if there was anyone's support he could have counted on it was definitely her.

"If you come with me I shall explain", hoping that the hanyou would not resist for once.

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Inuyasha opened his mouth, but before he could speak his stomach let loose an audible growl that did not escape the pure-blood demon's attention. Figuring he'd rather have a full belly than continue to wonder around like an idiot he cut his losses and gestured for the elder demon to lead the way.

Letting out an internal sigh of relief the daiyoukai strode forward Inuyasha following begrudgingly behind him. The half-breed tried to keep track of all the turns and corners they took but he soon enough he realized it was a futile task and his head was beginning to hurt so he contented himself with keeping up with the ice prick's long strides cursing his short stature.

Along the way many of the palace staff stopped their tasks to bow respectfully as they passed and the hanyou was slightly unnerved by the respect and attention Sesshoumaru commanded, he didn't fail to notice the curious stares he garnered and he would have glared back if he weren't so preoccupied with his empty stomach.

By the time they had finally stopped Inuyasha had a mere inkling of the sheer size of the magnificent edifice and it made him feel both awed and disturbed even Kagome sky buildings couldn't compete.

Leading him into a room on the third floor they stepped into a simple, but stylish lounge with a book case covering an entire wall, a fireplace, a strange massive contraption nestled in the corner and various chairs scattered throughout the room, but they didn't stay there although the room looked quite comfortable. The bastard opened up the two glass doors leading them out unto a veranda overlooking the castle's impressive garden whose flowers were in full bloom, the fragrance wafting delicately to touch their senses.

Sesshoumaru gestured to one of the chairs and the hanyou took a sit. They did not speak immediately and it gave the half-demon a chance to truly appreciate his surroundings, but soon enough he grew impatient and he could feel Sesshoumaru's eyes boring into him.

"So are you ready to open your trap and tell me what's going on?" the hanyou demanded wishing he were someone place far, far away from here. Inuyasha felt so uncertain and out of place and so tensed merely waiting for the other shoe to drop.

At last the asshole's eyes finally left him and at the glass door not a moment later a maid came in bringing in a tray literally stacked with food. There were eggs and sausages, miso soup and onigiri, a cornucopia of fruits and dishes Inuyasha had never seen before but smelled absolutely heavenly.

Dismissing the girl the elder demon in instructed that they eat first and then they would discuss matters. And Inuyasha wasn't about to deny the opportunity to stuff his face when it was presented before him.

Usually he would immediately begin shoveling down as much as possible since food had always been pretty scarce to come by and with his group first come first serve, you either eat lightening fast or go hungry.

However with the dickhead sitting opposite him he felt awkward and mindful that he's normal habits wouldn't be taken too well, and he didn't feel like giving something for the pure-blood demon to mock him for so he waited as much as his stomach protested until the bastard had picked up a bowl of rice and began eating with his chopsticks did he do the same. Being mind full not to spill anything or speak with his mouth open and largely they spent their time eating in silence except for the occasional sigh or moan of delight coming from the hanyou as he actually gotten a chance to savour the flavor of his food and his taste buds tantalized by such exquisite cooking, honestly he'd never had such a delicious meal.

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This Sesshoumaru was not unaware of his mate's discomfort and the tension in his being was setting the elder demon on edge. He needed to defuse the situation and somehow get Inuyasha to loosen up, he could not blame his mate for his wariness considering the hanyou's aversion to visiting his homelands.

He had anticipated he would not have an easy task before him, but as of yet he wasn't quite sure how to handle his mate and once wrong step could ruin all his chances of Inuyasha at last accepting their bond. Yes he held such power at his fingertips, was revered and respected, was known widespread for being aloof and callous.

Yet somehow his mate got underneath his skin and made all these things irrelevant, the half-breed was capable of unbalancing the untouchable Sesshoumaru and didn't even realize it. He could request anything of the daiyoukai any which way he liked and the demon would be hard-pressed to refuse him.

Inuyasha was so easy to read yet at the same time he confused the hell out of the older demon and left him floundering. The hanyou was always surprising him at every turn and he could not help but fall deeper for his mate every time they met.

His mind had been at work furiously trying to strategize how best to convince Inuyasha to stay without triggering his volatile anger and making some head way in their unconventional relationship. The meal had been a welcomed distraction biding him more time.

It was no great secret that the hanyou was starving and he'd expected him to begin eating immediately and hopefully gaining this Sesshoumaru a bit of his favour as a result of Tsubaki's fantastic skills as a cook, but he hadn't made a move other than staring at the food with obvious longing until the daiyoukai realized he was awaiting him to start eating and probably did not want to seem as uncouth as this Sesshoumaru had always accused him of being.

With much restrain he withheld the urge to sigh. It both pleased and upset him that Inuyash showed such control. The pure-blooded youkai desired for his mate to improve on his mannerisms but for now he wanted Inuyasha to be comfortable around him, to maybe even begin enjoying his company and start realizing that this Sesshoumaru had naught but good intentions.

Without much thought as to what he had chosen he began eat and soon after his mate followed. His self-control had never been as sorely tested as at that meal. The sounds of pleasure and the look of utter bliss as he ate lit a spark in the daiyoukai that had rapidly transformed into a raging inferno almost doing away with his inhibitions as his youki stirred and his nether regions throbbed.

The unconscious display that had succeeded in getting the elder demon more than a little aroused, it was all he could do not to reach out and ravish his hanyou. There were moments when he thought he might have lost it completely when he moaned or simply licked his lips.

Not to mention as Inuyasha had slowly devoured a sausage the elder demon had almost choked on his tea causing the hanyou to regard him oddly, desperately trying to control his wayward imagination. But he at last could not help it when he noticed a few stray crumbs at the side of his mouth and leaned forward his thumb removing it lightly, taking the opening to gently brush his fingertips across Inuyasha's cheek causing his make to blush and sputter in surprise and indignation which only added to the daiyoukai's pleasure and amusement.

After they had eaten their fill and the table had been cleared Sesshoumaru felt more at ease though there were no guarantees that things would go smoothly.

"Inyasha to address you're previous question I felt it necessary that you should at last have your long overdue stay at our family home."

"Family home" the hanyou scoffed in return rolling his eyes.

"Yes this is part of your legacy as well and it was wrong of me to have denied you your right. You have already expressed your reservations towards residing at the castle but I can assure you your concerns are for naught.

"No one in this palace would dare disrespect a lord of this house. Your every whim shall be satisfied, you may go where you please the entire staff and security personnel are at your disposal. Please Inuyasha, I asking you for a chance, just one chance to show you what you rightly deserve, to correct the grievous mistakes I have made. "

"You expect me to believe that your pansy ass servants are actually going to do anything I say?" laughing bitterly the younger demon retorted, "don't feed me bullshit. I am what I am and no one is going to forget that or let me live it down. I can already tell what they think about my being here. So as nice as your offer sounds I'm going to have to tell you to stuff it because I don't wanna have to be looking over my shoulder every goddamn minute of the day expecting someone to attack me."

This Sesshoumaru could not argue his mate's point for he knew there would be incidences as much as he would like to promise his mate nothing would happen it was a strong possibility. But he refused to give up he could not allow the hanyou to leave now after all it had taken to get to this point.

"Very well then I cannot dispute your point. However I will take the necessary measures to prevent such things from occurring and I assure you that you will not have to be concerned about being assaulted. A week. Just one week I ask of you. If you truly wish to leave then I will do nothing to stop you.

"Allow me this opportunity little brother to let you discover who you are, your true worth and the prospect of know about the great demon lord who has sired us. Please give this a chance." Give me a chance he pleaded silently.

Abruptly the hanyou stood up and his chair roughly being pushed back. The daiyoukai could feel all his plans and hopes balancing on a precipice and he knew if his mate refused him now it would not be as easy to fix the damage he'd be dealt with his expectations shattered.

Inuyasha's eyes were down cast, but the elder demon could hear every ragged breath just before he spoke, "Alright. I'll stay in this hellhole for a week but if anyone makes as move against me I will not spare them."

Golden eyes fixed upon his retreating back as he strode out of the room unable to see the expression gracing the Western Lord's face, his eyes were closed, shoulders slumped in relief, and a barely discernable upward tilt of his sensuous lips as he sent a thanks to the universe for this priceless gift.

He would not fail.

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A/N: That was something else. It's almost one a.m. so please excuse any unexplainable crap or general weirdness my brain isn't functioning too well at this hour lol. Anyway I really hope you enjoyed this chapter. And for those of u I haven't replied to I'm so very sorry, but please know I appreciate your support so much!

Please review and tell me what you think! Things are going to exciting for those two.

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CharmGirl24.