Caged Between the beta and alpha novel Chapter 80

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 .

This was hurting him too .

” That doesn’t make the way he did things right .

” Zack said quietly .

” I know ! And I won’t forgive him easily , but brutally whipping him like this ?! I don’t like it ! Two wrongs do not make a right ! ” I shouted .

” Alpha Elijah ! As the victim , I demand that you let him go ! ” ” That cannot be done .

Take her away .

” Uncle El said , his eyes flashing .

” Liam ! ”

‘ I’m fine love , please go .

” ” Let go of me ! ” I shouted as Zack carried , me out of the hall and into the corridor .

No.

I will do what I feel is right ! Twisting i n his hold I rammed my elbow in his face .

Sorry , Taylor .

His grip loosened as he grunted in pain , I took the chance to knock him back and ran back inside .

” I SAID STOP IT ! ” I cried out running onto the stage and wrapping my arms around Liam from behind , the strong sparks of the bond rushed through me as I tried to shield his back , but I didn’t even cover half of it .

” Please stop it , this is only hurting me more .

” I whispered in the room that was now completely silent .

” This isn’t easy for anyone .

” Uncle El said softly .

” But a punishment is- ” ” He’s had over fifty lashes .

Please stop ! ” I shouted .

The pain in my chest was growing , my eyes blazing as I stared at the Alpha .

” Raven , I’m fine .

” Liam said , his voice was hoarse despite trying to sound as normal as possible .

” I’m not ok with this .

” I said slowly letting go of him , flinching at how deep the wounds on his back were .

” Please … I love him ….

Please stop this … ” I joined my hands together in front of my face , unable to stop the tears that streamed down my cheeks as I looked at Uncle El .

” Please … I beg you … This is causing me more pain than good .

” My voice broke as I stared up at our Alpha .

He stood there ; the conflict clear on his face .

” We make mistakes in life … and some may be unforgivable , but this is between Liam and I and we will work on them …

We also know he has no memory of what he did … he wasn’t just fuelled by rage alone .

” I said quietly , the pain in my chest was overpowering everything .

” Give him one chance to redeem himself ! If he messes up again , then you can punish him .

Please .

” My hands were shaking as I pressed my joint fingers to my lips , closing my eyes a s sobs wracked my body .

I heard the clang of the whip hitting the floor , opening my eyes to see Damon had dropped it .

He pulled me into his arms , stroking my back .

” I agree with her Alpha ….

I think it’s enough .

” He said quietly .