Fifty lashes!
Maura internally echoed, before she glanced in Harlow's direction to gauge her reaction. Her friend was hurting, there was no doubt that she was barely holding it together. Yet, she managed to restrain from outright bawling, while a lone tear escaped. It broke Maura's heart to see her distressed. Especially after the high she had experienced after announcing their wedding. Now instead of a night of marital bliss, she would have to witness the man she loved being brutally beaten.
Jamba was still kneeling just a few feet in front of her. Of course, she had taken notice of his protective stance, as he remained a barrier between her, his mother, and her entourage. Honestly, Maura was appreciative, his mother was extremely intimidating, with a no-nonsense glare that shook her t
