#Chapter176
/"Shhh, Ro, everything is fine./" Raven's voice filled his ear, the warmth trickling against his flesh, the author of the rising goosebumps that prickled down the nape of his neck. /"Daddy's got you, alright?/"
The dubious nod he gave in reply was cut short; Joel strode into the room, menace domineering his stride, and the look he threw at Angel was pure venom. The atmosphere plummeted, an icy ambience swallowing the kitchen, and tension charged the air, drawing a whimper from his mouth. He stepped back into Raven's hold, who kissed the top of his head and held him a little tighter.
/"Make this fucking quick,/" was Joel's only comment, reaching out for Asa's hand, who'd slinked in behind him. The blond stole a glance at Angel, winced and then dropped his gaze to the ground.
