Crack!

The Emperor whipped non-stop.

In just a short amount of time, Tiara had been whipped a dozen times. She could feel a searing pain each time the Emperor laid the lash across her back. The excruciating pain caused her muscles to tremble, but she gritted her teeth and refused to utter a single word.

She knew she must never speak.

If she gave in, it would mean betraying James. Not only that, it would mean leaking James’ plan which would make his position even more precarious.

She wo