[As much as Shikamaru wants to go home, Sebastian needs him more than he needs the demon. While not specifically binding, it's in Sebastian's best interests not only to keep Shikamaru alive, but to ensure that his integration into the village is successful. Tsunade won't treat a shinobi that doesn't belong, and without Shikamaru, Sebastian doesn't have a chance.
In years past he might even have felt a little smug about his advantageous position. Not now.]
Agreed. [Their seals glow and Shikamaru takes a moment to reach up and wipe some of the blood from his face, frowning down at the stains on his fingers as if they're just a mere nuisance. The goal was the hard part. His terms are simple and he's already thought them through.]
no subject
In years past he might even have felt a little smug about his advantageous position. Not now.]
Agreed. [Their seals glow and Shikamaru takes a moment to reach up and wipe some of the blood from his face, frowning down at the stains on his fingers as if they're just a mere nuisance. The goal was the hard part. His terms are simple and he's already thought them through.]
You will obey my every command.