Adeline I woke up in a hazy fog to the sounds of Sawyer screaming in pain. My eyes flew open in search of the little boy.I found him strapped to a pole with his back exposed, and little burlap sacks secured tightly to his hands. Blisters were forming on his little arms and blood was running down his little temple. “Shut up you halfling piece of s**t!” A man I recognized from the battle screamed at the child. “Leave him alone!” I bellowed. The man’s head snapped at me, and an evil grin spread across his face. “She-wolf! You’re awake! And just in time for playtime.” He said darkly. I clenched my jaw and schooled my face in what I was hoping was one of boredom. “You’re awfully cocky for a steaming pile of shit.” I spit out. His smile widened. “Oh! She’s spicy! I like it!” He said as

