Fresh wounds littered Raven's delicate skin, bleeding out any hope remaining in Raven's heart. She had been taken once more, and there had been nothing to prevent it.
A concerned voice appeared above her still form, coaxing her away from her thoughts. "R-Ray? Oh.. Merlin, Ray..!" Strong arms wrapped themselves gently around her; warmth washing over her. She forced a pained smile onto her face. Adrian.
"I'm sorry.." she whispered, her voice strained.
"No.. I'm sorry. I-I couldn't prevent it happening." His lips danced across her cheek; she would be okay.
"Shh.." she soothed, kissing him gently. "I love you."