Crooked Teeth

by Silver Standard Society

Through usual mishap, Kagome's been separated from the group. Through unusual circumstance, Sesshomaru has decided to return her. Unless, you know, he kills her first. A long story told in short snippets. Complete.

82. Reparation

82— Reparation

"So Tetsusiaga isn't really a jealousy thing?" Kagome began understanding how he worked. "It's a…"

"Settlement," Sesshomaru finished, "His punishment."

"You want him to suffer?"

"I want him to know he has crossed me," Sesshomaru corrected. "Either through death or loss, Inuyasha shall atone."

Kagome frowned. "He has to fear you…"

"Yes," Sesshomaru finally saw the point hit home. "He has to learn."

"But he's your brother!"

"It matters not."

"Is it really that simple?"

"Yes."

Kagome threw her hands in the air to release her frustration. "How could you hate Inuyasha that much?"

"Once again," Sesshomaru snapped. "You misunderstand."