(Aria POV)
I opened my eyes when I heard a scream. I looked around and realized I had fainted due to the pain on this cold floor. The pack of my dress was almost torn apart, but I was unable to move due to wounds on my back. I prepped myself to see the two additional guards in the dungeon. Maybe they were here for the morning shift. I licked my lips to wet them a bit, and my stomach was growling in protest. I tried to sit and winced loudly.
Fresh tears rolled down my cheeks due to pain, and then the door of the dungeon opened. I looked towards it, and Lucas’s stressed face came into view. I turned my face toward the other side. He slowly walked towards my cell and winced loudly when he noticed my blood-covered back. I was sure all the whip marks would be on display.
“I am sorry, Aria.
