Raven’s POV
We got home, and I was still shaking, my body aching all over. I just wanted to crawl into bed and disappear, but as soon as we stepped inside, I saw Friessa waiting for me in the hallway. She looked pale and scared, her eyes wide with worry. The moment she saw me, she ran over and threw her arms around me, hugging me so tight I could barely breathe.
“Raven!” she cried, her voice trembling. “I’m so sorry. I shouldn’t have let you come to my house. If I hadn’t—”
I hugged her back, even though it hurt. “It’s not your fault, Friessa. None of this is your fault.” She shook her head and sniffed.
“No, you don't understand. I shouldn't have called you to come over, I wanted to get out. I needed to see you.”
“Are you saying I wouldn't have come outside at all even if you didn't ca
