Chapter 78

Khloe's POV:

It took another hit against my back before I let out an agonizing cry, my head automatically lowering to the floor in submission.

"I can't believe your nerve," Layla growled, landing another slash against my back, "For as long as Nicos kept you alive I thought you would have known better!"

My tears ran thick and fast onto the floor as the cracking sound of the whip, and the occasional shredding of my shirt rang out repeatedly. 

My throat began to tighten enough to make me unable to scream effectively and left me quickly gasping for the air that suddenly seemed more limited.

"Nico doesn't need such a disobedient pet in his life," She began again, "An