I apologize for the first two chapters lacking the main pairing, but here it is. ClaudeXSebastian is featured in this chapter as it will be for the remainder of the story. Thank you everyone for your reviews, follows and favorites. If you have any questions considering any of the events that transpired please do not hesitate to ask by review or PM.

The climb, however steep, was easily cleared by wings. With graceful ease the Raven demon flew the distance and landed delicately before the large iron gates that enclosed the estate. Perched atop the corners of the gates were Gargoyles, their cold eyes staring at the demon, almost as though they were real. After several moments the gate finally began to open with a slight stutter before revealing the lush garden that decorated the front of the house. Black and red flowers littered the green grass and servants could be seen scurrying about. The gates blocked this beautiful scene when they were hardly required in the first place. IN fact they were completely useless and provided little if any actual protection. They merely served as décor to heighten the building's dull and frightening atmosphere.
As Sebastian made his way up the spiral staircase that led to the main door he carefully admired the finely crafted wooden bars that upheld the arm railing, tracing it as it bended and dipped, each time forming the shape of a raven. This was, after all, the home of the prideful ravens.
He found no real reason to knock on the large wooden door; instead he simply walked right in. His father had requested his presence, therefore giving his approval for the black haired man to enter the estate without prior warning. For any others this action would be a death sentence. It appeared as though being the prince of Hell had its perks after all.
The inside of the castle seemed to be even grander than the outside. A vast main hall welcomed the visitor, torches hanging in a perfect line down the hallway, stopping only to turn the corner down several other hallways. Directly across from the door, at the end of the hall was a large set of stairs that lead to the other levels of the manor. Sebastian was certain that that was where he would find his father. He always remained in his office, even when he was a child the raven demon could always remember finding the fellow Raven working diligently in his office. He never did enjoy getting interrupted, but he supposed that his time it would be the exception. After all, his father was the one who requested his presence, not the other way around. If it had been the ex-butler's choice he would have gladly never returned to his place. He was vaguely aware of why his father wanted him here now and it did not please him in the slightest.
He easily maneuvered through the halls, arriving at a familiar door on the third level of the house within seconds. It seemed as though hundreds of years away did not taint his memory of this place at all. The décor was precisely the same, as was the castle layout. That made things slightly simpler. He was reminded briefly of how he used to do this exact same thing when he was no older than a child, 2 or 3 years younger than his Young master had been at the beginning of their contract. The only difference between the two was that he had never been nearly as feeble and weak as the brat had been. Learning to fend for yourself in hell was key in hell. You were protected by your parents until you were 16. From that age on you were considered free game in hell, free for anything from abuse to rape. If you did not wish to experience either of those then you had train to be stronger than most others. It was the pecking order in hell, whether it pleased everyone or not.
The black haired man knocked lightly on the door as he used to do for his master. The circumstances were hardly different at the moment.
"Come in." A deep voice ordered from the other side of the door and Sebastian did not waver. He immediately did as he was told and opened the door.
The room was large, yet barren for the most part. It held a large desk that was littered with paper, a black leather chair behind and in front of the working table and a large black wardrobe near the window.
"Hello, son." A familiar voice greeted. The demon who had uttered the words had long, black hair, even longer than Sebastian's, a more masculine build, violet eyes and a hard face. His long nails raked carelessly across the desk, leaving deep indents, although the demon didn't seem to notice, instead his eyes were fixed on someone sitting in the seat across from his desk. It took Sebastian a moment to notice who exactly it was that had consumed his father's attention.
"Claude…" The red eyed demon muttered, attempting to mask the surprise that wanted desperately to show on his face. What in the devil's name was a spider demon doing here?
Claude smirked at the other's reaction. It had been as amusing if not more so than he had predicted.
"Hello, Allech." The spider demon mused, standing up to face Sebastian, enjoying the expression he was given at the name. It was no secret that the raven demon despised being referred as his demon name by the man that he considered an enemy. That would make the news he was about to receive to be even more interesting.
Sebastian glared at the man before him. Not only had he attempted to take the soul he had carefully cultivated and crafted but he had also invaded the land that he considered his own? It took every ounce of Sebastian's self-control not to attack the other where he stood.
"What are you doing here?" He was in no mood to exchange pleasantries.
"I called for him." The demon sitting behind the desk known as Satan informed, causing Sebastian to switch his gaze from his enemy to his father.
"Pardon?"
"I summoned him here when I received word that you would be returning today." Satan explained, coming to stand beside Claude. "Do you have an idea as to why I summoned you here today?"
The raven demon did, in truth have a slight idea as to why he was requested, but wished to hear it from his father.
"No. I do not. "
"I see, than allow me to explain. As I have told you since you were young, as the Prince of Hell you have certain obligations that you must follow. I have allowed you your freedom for quite a bit of time. Now it is time for you to tend to your responsibilities."
Sebastian nodded, well aware of what his father meant. He was the heir to the throne and was thus expected to one day be king. Being a prince was certainly a lot of work, although he did not quite understand why Claude was here.
"Since you will one day take my place as king you are expected to have a high ranking mate. I have found you a mate that is of noble birth and will do you well."
The raven demon felt his body stiffen, realization dawning on him.
"Angelus, the Spider demon, is to be your mate."
Red eyes widened at the words and Claude's smirk broadened. He had known of this arrangement for years, although it was apparent that the Raven demon had not. He wasn't certain whether Sebastian recalled it or not, but they had met when they were younger. No more than 8 years old. That was when their parents had decided upon their being together and that was also the day that Claude developed a crush on the other male. A crush that proved to solely bloom as the years went by. Everything was perfect until the black haired boy left Hell the day he turned 16. No one was quite certain why or where he went, that is until Claude had met him once more when they were both butlers. Hatred and admiration had been burning within the spider demon at the sight of the man that was his. Or shall he say was to become his. He was determined to steal the brat's soul from him to punish Sebastian for leaving so abruptly and then he would take the raven home for him to officially be claimed by the golden eyed demon.
Sebastian looked at Claude in slight shock, not wanting to believe his father's works. He was aware that one day he would be expected to mate with one of his father's choice, but he never expected it to be Claude. Anyone but Claude. He wanted to object, to convince his father otherwise, but he knew it was worthless. This was most likely planned long ago without the prince's knowing. The look on Claude's face told it all. While the spider demon had known this the raven demon had not and that fact did nothing more than anger him. He knew that the plum haired demon was enjoying this sight, enjoying the surprise and dread filling him at the news.
These arrangements were similar to human marriages, although not nearly as frivolous. Both demons underwent a ritual which would mark the other as their own, telling any other demons that this individual was claimed and was not to be messed with, although that hardly did anything to stop others. If a demon wanted another demon and the other demon's mate was not around then there was very little that a mark could do to stop them. Demons had no set morals, after all. Just lust and desire.
"The ritual is set for 2 months from today. I expect complete obedience from you, Allech to both Angelus and myself. This is your duty as a future ruler.
Sebastian could do nothing more than agree.
"Yes, father…"
"Good. Now, leave. I have work to do that doesn't involve you two."
Without another word both demons exited the door, different intentions filtering throughout their minds. Sebastian wanted nothing more to leave the manor for a bit, but Claude had different plans.
As soon as they stepped outside Sebastian felt something grab his wrist before pinning him to the wall opposite the door. The raven demon let out a small growl and glared up at Claude.
"Let me go." He ordered, in no mood to act friendly to his future mate.
"Certainly not. That's no way to treat your mate." The spider demon purred, kissing the other's neck before gently nibbling on it. "This has been set for years; the only thing that delayed it was your leaving. This is long overdue and you are to show obedience to me, remember?"
His glare only harshened as he felt the other's lips claim his own and was surprised by a sudden realization. He felt his body enjoying the other's touch, yet his mind remained certain that he despised the other demon. Damn it. It was obvious that the Claude had every intention to bed him and he had no choice but to comply.