InuYasha Fan Fiction ❯ Want To Be Your Slave ❯ The Lady of the West ( Chapter 10 )

A/N: I know some of you are mad at me for taking so long to update this but I am actually writing about 1 chapter a day ^_^' Since I am currently juggling 4-5 stories, update will be about once a week. I'll try to update each story in turn but you know how the muse is; once it bites, it won't let go till I type out that particular chapter ^.^ . If there is any story in particular that you would like me to update immediately, please review and tell me and I'll try to update that first.

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Warnings: This chapter will contain yaoi, shota, lemon, D/s, Slave, humiliation, masochism, violence. If you are not comfortable with these, please leave.

Chapter 10 - The Lady of the West

Inu no Taisho's features were outwardly schooled as usual into his impassive mask, but inside, he was doing a little happy dance. His mate, the Lady of the West returned today and although life had been a good deal quieter and calmer when she was away, he had missed her.

Faced with sniveling, groveling sycophants, day in and day out, it was refreshing to have his tart, fearless mate to endure it with him. Lady Tsukiko was an unusual mixture of rigid, irreproachable propriety and unsettling mischief. Inu no Taisho was respected and obeyed throughout his land, but Lady Tsukiko inspired a different kind of awe- people obeyed her just because they could not be entirely sure what she would do if they didn't - not that she had ever been cruel or unjust, but her justice was precisely the thing that the crooks feared and that served to keep them in line.

"Taisho, this is entirely your doing!"

This was the first line that greeted his ears on the arrival of his beloved mate.

"What is it, my lady?" he asked mildly. "Something displeases you?"

Lady Tsukiko glared at him. "You know very well what displeases me! My son…what have you done?"

Here we go, thought her husband.

"You have weakened our son! I leave my son for but a few days and you make him take in a hanyou pet?"

"Make him?" Inu no Taisho raised an eyebrow. "Do you really think anyone can make Sesshoumaru do anything?"

The Lady waved this aside. "Well, allowed him, then. How could you allow him a hanyou pet?"

"Hanyou are living beings as well, Tsukiko-sama," he reminded her.

Lady Tsukiko snorted. "Then perhaps you would wish to house chicken and pigs here as well, my Lord? After all, they are living beings as well; they deserve a roof and shelter."

Inu no Taisho's lips thinned. "That is not the same thing," he told her irritably.

"Whyever not?" she challenged.

"BECAUSE THE DAMN HANYOU IS NOT A CHICKEN, ALRIGHT?" Inu no Taisho shouted. Then he groaned as his mate just smirked. Insufferable woman! Why had he missed her again?

The guards posted outside the room looked at each other as their Lord's loud voice reached their ears. The Lord and the Lady met after many days and they were discussing chicken?

Lady Tsukiko looked at him in an injured manner. "I spend years training our son to be the future Lord of the West and you weaken him in a few days? Is that all my efforts are worth? Is that how it is?"

Inu no Taisho hesitated. "No! Of course not! That's not…that is not what I-"

Lady Tsukiko closed her eyes, took a deep breath and held up a hand. "You need say nothing further, my Lord," she said in wounded tones.

Inu no Taisho passed a tired hand over his forehead. How was it that he could work with intricate political and diplomatic problems for days on end and this mate of his could tire him out in a few minutes?

"Look, why don't you just go sort it out with Sesshoumaru?"

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When the Lady of the West had first heard the rumors of her son with a hanyou, the bearer of this ill tiding had feared for his life. The noble Lady did not appreciate her son walking in his father's footsteps with regard to these rather embarrassing eccentricities. She had made it a point to learn the full and accurate account of what had happened and she had at once determined to make sure Sesshoumaru knew exactly how she felt about the whole issue.

When she returned to the palace, everyone walked on eggshells for a while till the Lady sorted things out with the young heir. Even the generals and officials were not too keen on incurring her displeasure.

In fact, the only one who didn't seem to be afraid of her was her son.

"Sesshoumaru!"

"Hahaue," the young Lord bowed to his mother in greeting when she entered the richly furnished room that was a favorite of his mother's. There were different types of chairs arranged tastefully. Lady Tsukiko seated herself in a cushioned chair. Sesshoumaru took a seat opposite her.

"Well?" she demanded. "Is it true?"

Sesshoumaru cocked his head to the side in a rather unsuccessful attempt at innocence. "What?"

She reclined back slightly, resting her chin on her hand. "A hanyou? Really?" The look that she was giving him now had been the cause of nervous collapse in many a powerful demons but Sesshoumaru returned her gaze unflinchingly.

"Yes, mother. A hanyou. He is a pet." Then he glared. "And you are not to do anything to him."

Lady of the West raised her eyebrows incredulously. "Did you just order your mother, Sesshoumaru?" she asked in a very cold voice. "Your Lord shall hear of this, make no mistake."

Sesshoumaru raised an arrogant eyebrow. "So?"

The Lady of the West glared at him intimidatingly for a moment. When Sesshoumaru didn't seem even remotely affected, she sighed. "Yes, you're right." It was very obvious what she thought of the esteemed Lord's control over their son.

She sighed with deceptive resignation. "Well, I would at least like to meet the famed hanyou."

Sesshoumaru gestured for a servant to bring Inuyasha.

Inuyasha had not yet healed from the injuries of Sesshoumaru's harsh use of him. As a result, there were deep scratch marks, bruises and various cuts on his body. His throat still bore the marks where the collar had dug in when Sesshoumaru had held him in a choking grip. He still limped heavily as his ass hurt like a bitch too but he reveled in the pain; it was proof of his master's power over him. He did not want the dull ache to go away any time soon. Every time he sat down, especially on a hard surface, a sharp lance of pain would shoot through his rear end and he would shiver at the memory of that glorious night with his Lord. Pain was good; it kept you grounded, made you real.

When he headed towards the room where his Lord had summoned him, he was wearing his red fire-rat robe along with the collar and leash that he was henceforth ordered to wear even within the castle. Sesshoumaru would not make the mistake of giving him too much freedom before he was ready for it.

"What do you plan to do with him?" Lady Tsukiko asked her son while they waited.

When Inuyasha entered, covered in bruises and bite marks and limping severely, she smirked. "I see."

Inuyasha bowed low before her. Lady of the West threw him a glance of utmost disdain. Inuyasha shrunk back and almost whimpered. This Lady was scary!

"Well I must say I am disappointed in you, my son," she said in her coldest, most formal tone. "A hanyou pet…to think the extent to which Sesshoumaru should fall, just when I was away. The fate of a kingdom rests on your shoulders and this…" she glanced contemptuously at the kneeling slave. "…these are the values you have? To play with what is not worth the dust under your feet."

Every word pierced Inuyasha's heart with the force of a poison-tipped arrow.

Sesshoumaru narrowed his eyes and gave her a look that clearly said I know what you're trying to do and it's not going to work.

Lady Tsukiko sat, straight backed and proud.

"You have tainted the castle by bringing a hanyou in here. Have you no respect for traditions?"

He raised an eyebrow. Lady Tsukiko was asking him to respect redundant old traditions? His mother was taking him to task over breaking tradition? That was the pot calling the kettle black.

"Such behavior…such common tastes and passions…this is not what is expected of the future Lord of the West. Take care, Sesshoumaru…or you may end up throwing away a kingdom over a slave."

Inuyasha's eyes widened as he panicked. The kingdom? Was she talking about disowning Master Sesshoumaru? Would he lose his throne? Because of him? Why did the prince insist on risking so very much on him? She was right - he was not worth the dirt under his feet.

Sesshoumaru rolled his eyes at his mother's theatrics. Being melodramatic was in the Shiro inuyoukai blood, it seemed.

The Lady did not miss Inuyasha's increasingly horrified and ashamed countenance and the glint in her eyed conveyed the challenge to her son. With a slight, haughty tilt of his chin, Sesshoumaru accepted it.

But he could not say anything in the presence of the servants and guards and his mother knew that! Dammit, now he would have to spend some time convincing the sensitive little puppy that his mother's odd sense of fun was not the hanyou's fault and that he, Sesshoumaru, was not going to be disowned because of having a hanyou slave; he had gotten away with far worse, after all. But the slave had an irritating habit of shouldering the blame for all misfortune.

He stood up. "If that is all, my lady, I will take my leave."

The Lady of the West said nothing. Inuyasha and everyone else only saw the impassive, regal countenance and piercing, shard-like eyes; only Sesshoumaru saw the cheeky spark of mischief in them.

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Inuyasha sat miserably in his place at Lord Sesshoumaru's feet, fiddling with his red haori's sleeves.

Sesshoumaru glanced at him. "Do not pay attention to, Hahaue, Inuyasha. She does not truly mean it."

Inuyasha glanced at him disbelievingly. Sesshoumaru sighed inwardly. "It is her idea of a joke."

Inuyasha looked on the verge of tears. "B-but...she said…your crown…"

Sesshoumaru smirked. "What about it?"

Inuyasha stared at him wide eyed. "I could not bear it if you were deposed because of me, my lord."

Sesshoumaru's eyes glinted dangerously. "My parents are not foolish enough to needlessly sacrifice the life of any hapless demon presumptuous enough to try and take my place."

Inuyasha nodded hesitantly but he was still miserable.

"But y-your mother was displeased with you, my Lord-"

Sesshoumaru returned his attention to the papers he was looking through. "That is perfectly normal."

"-be-because of me…" Inuyasha bit his lip. "I-I'm sorry, Master. You got into trouble…because of me…"

Sesshoumaru wanted to roll his eyes. Being in trouble was how he had spent the majority of his life. His parents would grow concerned if he started behaving in a proper, decorous manner.

"It is none of your business, hanyou," Sesshoumaru commanded coldly. "Your job is to please me…do not presume to disquiet yourself over my affairs."

Inuyasha jumped at the severe tone.

"Yes, my Lord," he said softly, keeping his eyes on the floor.

Sesshoumaru looked down at the little slave. Inuyasha was still anxious and was biting his lower lip adorably. Seeing the submissive little puppy worrying his soft, red lip, Sesshoumaru felt a stirring in his lower regions. Putting his work aside, he reached down and with one clawed thumb, eased the swollen lip away from his teeth. Inuyasha glanced up, startled.

"You will put that mouth to better use, hanyou," the Master ordered huskily. Inuyasha whimpered at his tone.

Taking hold of his leash, Sesshoumaru pulled the kneeling hanyou between his legs. Inuyasha blushed. Sesshoumaru guided the slave's mouth to his now exposed cock and Inuyasha obediently took him into his mouth. It was too big; Inuyasha could only take in about half of it. He whined happily as Sesshoumaru caressed his ears encouragingly. Master was pleased; he was doing good!

But for Sesshoumaru, it was not enough. He allowed the hanyou to get used to the large member in his mouth but then he gripped the puppy by the back of his neck and forced him to take in a little more. Slowly, carefully he began thrusting in and out of the hanyou's virgin mouth, going in a deeper each time. Finally, his control broke as he felt the head hit the back of the little hanyou's throat. Pulling back, he thrust in rather roughly and Inuyasha gagged, staring up at him wide eyed.

Sesshoumaru looked down languidly into the choking hanyou's eyes. Damned if he didn't look adorable choking so helplessly on his dick! He held himself in place for a while till Inuyasha began to struggle to breathe. The child's tight little throat was clenching around him in the best possible way. Finally, he pulled back a little and allowed Inuyasha to take in a few quick breaths before thrusting back in. The warm, wet hole was too good for him to stop fucking.

Inuyasha concentrated on not choking as Sesshoumaru took his pleasure from him. Inuyasha had felt himself get hot just at the position he was in; trapped on his knees between the Lord's powerful, muscled legs, with his Master controlling his leash- he could not turn, could not move, could not do anything that his master did not want him to. He was a leashed pet; his master could use him as he pleased…like a slave…like a dog…

He snapped out of his fantasies as Sesshoumaru's hold on the back of his head tightened and he suddenly thrust deep into his throat and remained in place, grinding the poor hanyou's face into crotch. Inuyasha could not breathe as his throat was stuffed with his master's cock and his nose was buried in Sesshoumaru's pubic hair; he began to struggle but Sesshoumaru paid him no mind. Then, with a soft groan, he came deep in the hanyou's throat forcing the slave to swallow all of his cum. What he couldn't swallow spilled from the side of his mouth and dribbled down his chin.

Panting softly with flushed cheeks, Inuyasha glanced up shyly at his master. His lips were red and swollen from the delicious abuse and his throat was sore but it had been worth it to be able to taste Sesshoumaru-sama. He was reassured; his master had gifted him with his touch, so obviously, he was not angry with him. He had learned his lesson over worrying about things beyond his control. Lord Sesshoumaru did not wish to let go of him despite his mother's disapproval so it was not his place to question his master. Hadn't the Lord made it clear that Inuyasha belonged to him and no one else?

Sesshoumaru caressed his ears soothingly. If his puppy looked this fuckable every time he did this, then his knew permanent place was on his knees between his Master's thighs.

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Some of Inu no Taisho's courtiers, including Gaeten, were celebrating. They had heard of Lady Tsukiko's reaction to Sesshoumaru having a hanyou pet and they all felt that if anyone could force the young Lord to see sense, it was his mother. It was clear that since the Lady of the West disapproved of the hanyou, he would not be long for this world. Lady Tsukiko and Lord Inu no Taisho were the only people who could overrule Sesshoumaru. Lord Inu no Taisho spoilt his son a bit too much, they felt. But now that Lady Tsukiko had returned, they had an ally; no one hated hanyou and humans more than Lady Tsukiko.

Sesshoumaru, because of his uncompromising, ruthless nature, had many enemies. There were many at court who felt that the young heir was not suitable to be the next Lord of the West. Inu no Taisho understood the importance of diplomacy and keeping good relations with others even if sometimes, one had to sacrifice certain ideals - that was the way of the world, after all. But Sesshoumaru was ruthless; his answer to intricate, tangled problems was a slash of his claws. Admittedly, more often than not, it worked but it made things…inconvenient for those who sought personal gain along with the good of the kingdom.

So, excited tongues wagged in censure of the young Lord, hoping the noble Lady would pay heed and take action. One of the officials, Teru, was a member of the diplomacy- on many occasions, his cunning words had prevented bloodshed and placated miffed Lords. However, he was a unique combination of honeyed words and harsh action and this time, Teru thought it was a time for actions rather than words. It was good to be cautious, he felt, but nothing great was ever achieved without some element of risk. Sometimes, it was important to know who owned the marmalade and right now, it wasn't Sesshoumaru. Of course, the Lady was very fond of her son and not inclined to hurt him. She would need a … little nudge in the right direction. This was a perfect opportunity to prove to her who exactly was on her side.

"You are willing to…do away with the hanyou?" she asked the kneeling youkai impassively.

Teru eagerly bowed low before her. "If you wish it, your Majesty!"

Lady Tsukiko looked at him with inscrutable eyes. "And what of Sesshoumaru? If he finds out I ordered his precious pet to be slain, he would be quite upset with me."

"He…need not find out who the perpetrator was, Majesty," Teru said carefully.

Lady Tsukiko looked at him thoughtfully. "Hmmm…it's an idea…"

Teru flushed with triumph. "My Lady, all I ask is your protection! If the young Lord even suspects me…"

A cold shudder went through him. He did not even want to imagine.

"The little hanyou is a bit of an embarrassment, ne?" she sighed.

"Yes, my Lady," Teru nodded furiously. "And this seems to be the only solution…"

"My son is quite stubborn," the Lady of the West agreed reluctantly.

"So…shall I…go ahead, majesty?" Teru asked, heart thundering furiously in his chest.

Lady Tsukiko contemplated for a long moment. "No, never mind. Sesshoumaru is determined to have him. He will go ballistics if anyone even lays a hand on his little toy. He tore out a servant's tongue for merely insulting the child, did he not?"

Teru nodded and swallowed nervously at the memory of that terrifying day.

Lady Tsukiko rested her cheek on the back of her hand. "He will tire of the slave soon enough. It is best to wait. Besides, he has ordered that no harm should come to the boy -"

She smirked and Teru frowned worriedly. "-and it is not in your best interests to disobey Sesshoumaru. My son has quite a temper."

Teru agreed with her on that but he could not hide his disappointment.

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Late that night, Inuyasha limped back cheerfully to his master's chambers. Sesshoumaru had given him permission to go and get some fresh air since he had work to do; Inuyasha could stay out till midnight…after all, there was no danger to him inside the castle walls.

The gardens in the back part of the castle were extremely beautiful, especially at night. They were heavy with the scent of the night flowers that gave out fragrance only at night and today, on a full moon night with a light breeze playing, it was absolutely heavenly.

Inuyasha smiled happily to himself. Master must be finished with his work by now. Inuyasha hoped he would have some time for him.

The night was still and silent except for the rustling of leaves and the sound of the wind through the trees. The guards who stood at their posts might as well have been statues.

He gasped as a shadow moved suddenly.

He looked around in alarm and then sighed with relief; it was only the shadow of a swaying tree-branch falling because of the moonlight coming into the open corridor. Nevertheless, he quickened his step.

He did not have time to scream when a heavy body slammed into him, holding a clawed hand firmly across his mouth. Inuyasha at once began struggling and kicking but it was entirely ineffectual against the demon's strength.

"I'm afraid I cannot allow you any last words, brat," he hissed, smirking.

Inuyasha began struggling harder. He glanced appealingly at the guards. They just stared blankly at him. His captor laughed. "What're you lookin' at them for, hanyou? Just because Sesshoumaru-sama has taken a fancy to your body, did you think you were royalty? These guards are here to protect only the inhabitants of the castle…the rightful inhabitants…"

Inuyasha tore his gaze away from them and trained his eyes on his soon to be murderer.

"Ummmumph!" he tried to scream, but it was useless.

The demon hefted the long spear-like weapon he held in his other hand, smiling nastily at him. Inuyasha shut his eyes tightly and turned his head away. He raised the spear-

"Teru,"

The cold, commanding voice made the demon freeze in his tracks. Without releasing the hanyou, he turned towards the Lady of the West.

"M-milady…"

Lady Tsukiko walked towards them regally, silently. The moonlight falling into the corridor made her white silky clothes glow in the dark night along with her pale skin and light golden eyes.

"Did I not tell you not to do it?" she asked softly.

Teru was frightened but he set his jaw. "My lady, it is the perfect opportunity. Please!"

She glanced at the guards and then back at Teru. Teru smirked but it was rather strained. "It is amazing what a few pieces of gold can buy."

"You would disobey Sesshoumaru?" she wondered.

Teru knew his next words would either make or break him. He bowed his head.

"Forgive me for speaking plainly, my Lady, but I am my Lady's servant first. If I may say so, Lord Sesshoumaru is still…young."

"Hmmm…so your loyalty lies with me?"

Teru looked up and met her eyes. "My life is yours to command, my Lady. Sesshoumaru-sama may have my head for this but if having this hanyou disappear pleases you, I would gladly forfeit my life to do your will."

Lady Tsukiko smiled slightly. "I see."

Teru did not have time to blink before Lady Tsukiko's poisoned claws severed his legs clean at the knees. With a cry, Teru dropped Inuyasha in an attempt to keep himself from falling.

"My Lady!" he gasped, cradling his stumps. "Did I displease you in some way?"

"Just what do you take me for, fool?" her voice was icy. "The noble house of Inu no Taisho cannot be corrupted by the likes of you!"

"I-I did not mean offence, my Lady," Teru stuttered, gritting his teeth against the pain throbbing through his legs.. "I am loyal…loyal to you, my lady!"

"I did not order this killing. Did I not tell you to leave him be? You dare go aggainst my commands...

Teru whimpered. "M-my Lady…I-I thought…Lord Sesshoumaru's mistake…"

Lady Tsukiko backhanded him across the mouth. "It is not your place to evaluate Lord Sesshoumaru's actions. He is your Master. Inu no Taisho and I will determine how to correct his mistakes. You presume to get above yourself by attempting to judge him?

Teru gasped. "I-I…but your authority is above his, my Lady…"

Lady Tsukiko's eyes flashed dangerously. "And his authority is above yours. Sesshoumaru is your Lord and the future ruler of this land...neither you nor anyone else has any right to disobey his commands unless Inu no Taisho or I order you otherwise."

Her eyes were alight with cold fury. These vermin needed to be taught a lesson about who exactly was in charge here.

"Prince Sesshoumaru is the acclaimed heir of the Lord of the West. Any command given to you by any member of the royal family has far more value than your worthless life. If Sesshoumaru orders you cut off your arm, you cut it off…if he demands your life, you give it…if he commands you to be nice to a hanyou, you do it."

Teru fell at her feet. "My lady, forgive me! It will not happen again. I beg of you!"

Ladt Tsukiko stared calmly at the groveling demon.

"Because of your skills, you are a valued member of the Court and the Western Lands are ruled by mercy and forgiveness…"

Teru looked up hopefully.

"…but there is no forgiveness for traitors."

Teru gasped and curled into a ball, bringing his thick, muscled forearms up to protect his head. Looking amused, Lady Tsukiko stepped forward and wrapped a small, delicate clawed hand around his wrists and pulled them apart as if there was no resistance at all.

The guard at the end of the corridor screamed as Teru's head rolled to a stop near his feet.

Lady Tsukiko turned to face them.

"Of all crimes, attempting to sow seeds of resentment, unrest and rivalry is the worst." Her voice held implacable power. There was no hint of amusement or dramatics.

She walked forward slowly. The guards stared at her, horrified.

"The power of Inu no Taisho's rule is family. If anyone attempts to disrupt that - turn one against the other…"

Swift as a cobra, she grabbed the nearest guard by the throat. With strength belied by her frail, delicate figure, she raised him above the ground and with a violent movement, snapped his neck.

The other guards attempted to run for it.

A few seconds later, the once peaceful corridor was strewn with bloody corpses. Lady Tsukiko calmly flicked the blood from her claws.

Inuyasha stood shivering in a corner, staring wide eyed at the carnage. Lady Tsukiko turned to him and he backed away, whimpering.

"Stop, hanyou," she commanded sharply and Inuyasha immediately obeyed, freezing to the spot.

"Are you hurt?" she asked him. He shook his head hesitantly.

His eyes widened as he stared at something behind her. Lady Tsukiko smiled.

"Sesshoumaru," she said without turning around.

Sesshoumaru stood silently next to the shadow he seemed to have melted out of. "Fools," he said softly glancing around at the dead bodies. When would people learn that there are some bonds that cannot be weakened?

Lady Tsukiko inclined her head in agreement. The other traitors who had plotted this would learn not to disobey the prince's commands. Sesshoumaru's authority had to be established from now itself if he was to be an effective ruler later on.

Then she glanced at Inuyasha and smirked at Sesshoumaru.

"Take better care of your things."

She picked Inuyasha up by the back of his haori and tossed him at her son. Inuyasha's eyes widened as he went tumbling through the air. Then he was caught quite easily by Sesshoumaru. The demon Lord dangled him at his eyelevel, inspecting him for damage. Inuyasha hung there limply and stared thankfully into familiar golden eyes, no longer put out at being suspended 6 feet off the ground by the back of his haori.

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