Nalya
images of what happened with Arlon appeared in my head, the way they treated me, his assault, and I cried. I couldn't control my sobs. Rhaegar held me, and it took everything in me not to repel him. It would crash him if I did as he already blamed himself for what happened.
With our friends there, I tried to smile and not let them see my hurt. I was trying not to panic when I felt his hands on me. It was disgusting, and I felt dirty after what happened.
My mom and Kaley entered the room with a staff of chefs carrying food trays. I smiled at them, and they hugged me.
After they all left, Rhaegar stayed, getting in bed with me. His arms around my body made me warm. A rush of tingles exploded on my skin.
"I'm sorry, Nalya, I'm sorry for not protecting you," His breath was warm on my neck.
"Don't- Not your fault," I said. He kissed my neck.
"I should have listened to my wolf, he warned me against Juliana, Ella did too,"