Damon raised the whip , I flinched when it struck Liam’s back .

He didn’t even move , another followed , each lash made my heart squeeze .

For his mistake … It’s for his mistake … I had to tell myself that , my heart thundering as each lash struck him , slicing through his skin and letting blood drip to the ground .

Not once did he even flinch , despite his breathing becoming harder .

But each lash was biting into me , the pain of watching him face this … Thirty … ” Raven … ” Uncle El said and I realised I was shaking .

My heart was beating far too fast .

” Step outside .  ” No.

” I said as I saw Taylor coming over .

No doubt Uncle El had mind linked him .

” I’m staying .

” I stared at Liam as Damon continued .

The emotionless mask on Damon’s face was gone , pain and conflict on his face too as he frowned deeply continuing the punishment .

” That’s enough now .

” I said suddenly , flinching as the silver cut into Liam’s back that was a mess of lashes , torn skin and blood .

” Raven .

I told you , you can’t change this .

” Uncle El said softly .

” No I can , because he marked me , I have the right to .

” I said standing up , I saw Damon glance towards us but he continued his dealing .

Each lash felt like I was the one being cut open .

My heart was screaming in pain .

The fear and anguish inside of me were messing m e up .

He made a terrifying mistake , and one that would take time to heal , but let him have the chance to redeem himself ! Not d o something so painful like this ! ” Take her outside .

” Uncle El said quietly t o Taylor and Zack , ” Your emotions are clouding your judgement , Raven .

” ” 1 No , No … I love him …

Taylor wrapped his arm around my shoulders , leading me firmly towards the exit .

No ! I stared at Liam’s mutilated back , his shoulders heaving , his head hanging yet not once did a sound escape him .

‘ I’m fine , Raven .

Please leave .

‘ His voice came through the link .

No matter how much he tried to hide it … I could hear it .

My eyes stung with tears as I shook my head at his back .

How can I turn my back on him right now ? The darkness inside of him was feeding on all negative emotions ; fear , loneliness and regret were part of that .

This was not the right way ! ” Fifty .

” Damon said , breathing hard as he lashed him again .

I couldn’t breathe ….

My heart was ringing in my ear … The smell of blood … I spun around in a flash , but Zack was ready .

His arm was wrapped around my waist as I struggled against him .

” Stop it ! ” I cried out , my heart was breaking as if someone was ripping it apart inch by inch ” Raven , come on .

It’s compulsory .

” Zack said quietly .

” Please stop it ! If this is for marking me , I was going to let him mark me anyway ! ” I sobbed , not caring for once that I was crying out in the open .

Damon hesitated , turning to me .Our eyes met and I realised his eyes glistened with unshed tears .

was hurting him too

way he did things right

said quietly

?! I don’t like it ! Two wrongs do not make a

you let him

Take her away .

, his eyes flashing

” Liam ! ”

fine love

shouted as Zack carried , me out

No.

feel is right ! Twisting i n his hold I rammed my elbow

Sorry , Taylor .

as he grunted in pain , I took the chance to knock him back

” I cried out running onto the stage and wrapping my arms around Liam from behind , the strong sparks

this is only hurting me

whispered in the room that was now completely silent

This isn’t easy

Uncle El

a punishment is- ” ” He’s

growing , my eyes blazing as I stared at the

Raven ,

his voice was hoarse despite trying to

I’m not ok with

of him , flinching at how deep the wounds on

Please … I love him

I joined my hands together in front of my face , unable to stop the tears that streamed down my cheeks as

you … This

broke as I stared up at our

; the conflict clear

some may be unforgivable , but this is between Liam and I and we will work on them

no memory of what he did

, the pain in my

chance to redeem himself ! If he messes up again , then

Please .

pressed my joint fingers to my lips , closing my eyes a s sobs wracked

floor , opening my eyes to see Damon had dropped

me into his arms , stroking my

with her

think it’s

He said

sighed

… Liam regrets

Zack said , quietly wiping blood from his nose

the people watching , and I hoped Liam saw that we were

would defeat the darkness , together

Let him down ! ” Her voice made my heart clench , her words ringing in

forgiving me at a time when I couldn’t forgive myself … I had almost killed her … I was unlocked and I staggered , holding

to look at her

her beautiful face as Damon

eyes met and she pulled

us … She should have let me receive my punishment … ” Get him cleaned up and then I expect him at my place after being given

, his eyes meeting

, knowing I had

wanted to ever cause him pain , but I had … I turned to Damon , I knew

held anger in them , but after that

from earlier were still clear in my

I

and

do , with myself ,Raven , Damon , Mom … My stomach twisted and I

done and unknowingly ,

only imagine what she was

I was led into a side room by Zack , who was supporting a bruised nose , I had a feeling it was courtesy of

I’m sorry ,

Raven was saying as Damon pushed me down onto the bed

up at her as she pouted at Taylor , who looked as sad as

hit

pleaded quietly , ” Sorry Zack

an eyebrow , glancing at Zack , who

fucking understandable , but don’t

” He said .

Raven promised , ” Do you forgive me , Taylor ? ” ” Since it was for your mate

so much pain , I would have probably

that was just cute … a cuteness I didn’t fucking deserve to even witness … I didn’t deserve having her

looked at my Beta and Delta- not mine anymore … but … they were still

‘ Arms up .

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