Xavier's POV:

My heart didn't agree with leaving her side but Derek was right, I needed to freshen up a little.

I won't be long, just a shower and I'm set on my way back to her.

It's not that I don't trust Derek on keeping her safe, I know he would do anything in his power to protect her, but just leaving her and not being able to see her terrifies me.

Jumping in the car I drove off towards the mansion.

Reaching I got out and walked into the deadly silent house, I still remember seeing her sitting in the lounge, reading or watching TV.

She never noticed my presence because I looked at her from a good distance, seeing her always made me feel at peace.

Dragging my feet up the stairs and into my room I walked into the bathroom, stripping out of my dirty clothes.

My wound was healing pretty fast as it didn't hurt that much anymore.

Walking into the shower I let the cold water hit my bare back, relaxing my tensed muscles.

Getting done with the shower I cleaned my wound and wrapped a clean bandage around it. Throwing on a pair of sweats and a shirt I walked back into my room, ready to leave for the hospital when my eyes fell on my bed and the exhaustion took the best of me.

Walking forward I dropped onto my bed, laying my head on the soft pillow, closing my eyes. Just 10 minutes.

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Waking up I immediately sat up. Fuck how long was I out for?

Looking out the window I realized I had been out for fucking hours. Bolting out of my bed I rushed out of the mansion and into my car.

Rushing the car across the road I reached the hospital in 15 minutes. Getting out and into the hospital I walked towards her room, ignoring all the stares I was getting.

Just as I reached her room I heard her cries. Busting open the door my blood boiled seeing that pig's hands on her while she hysterically shook with cries. All I saw was red.

I lunge at him, pulling him away from her, and threw his body on the floor before jumping on him and began throwing punches across his face, ready to kill him right there and then.

I didn't stop until his body went numb under me and my knuckles were covered in his blood. Pushing off his body I stood up and rushed towards Claire who was now crying in Derek's arms as he was trying to calm her down.

My heart broke when she scurried away from me and her eyes went big in fear and tears began dripping down her face.

"Angel, it's me" I whispered taking a slow step towards her but her cries got louder and soon the nurses rushed into the room gathering around her and injecting her with something that made her immediately pass out, and the last thing I saw in her eyes was terror and fear, for me.

Walking out of the room with a heavy heart I dropped on one of the chairs.

Dialing Oliver's number I held the phone against my ear and soon he picked up.

"Liam is here, take him to the basement, I'll be there shortly" I muttered and he agreed, cutting the line.

Then Derek walked out of the room and my fists tightened, getting up I threw a hard punch across his face and he stumbled back.

"Where the fuck were you?!" I roared and his eyes were guilty as he avoided my gaze.

"If I hadn't walked in when I did, do you realize what he would've done to her?" I snapped and he didn't lift his head once, I know he was feeling guilty and he fucking should be.

Scoffing I stomped past him and out of the hospital.

Soon Oliver's car pulled up and he walked out with a couple of my men behind him who walked straight into the hospital and Oliver stood before me.

"Did she wake up?" He asked and I gave him a stiff nod, remembering the way she looked at me.

Right then another car pulled up and walked out Eric and my jaw tightened.

"I told you not to come here" I grumbled and he shook his head.

"She's my sister Xavier, if I wanted to hurt her, I would've already, but that's not my intention. I just wanna see her. Please" he begged taking a step forward and I let out a frustrated sigh.

"Fine, but if she's threatened by you, don't even try to come here again" I grumbled and his eyes lit up and he sprinted his way into the hospital.

Soon my men dragged out Liam's passed-out body and threw him in the car before driving off.

"I'll go give him a warm welcome, I'll come to see Claire soon" Oliver began and I simply nodded and walked back into the hospital.

A part of me was hesitant, scared to see the same fear in her eyes for me. But I can't stay away from her.

Building up the courage I walked into her room, she was now asleep while Eric stood by her, with tears stained face. When he noticed my presence he excused himself and walked out, letting me be alone with her.

Walking forward I gently traced my finger over her bruised cheek.

"I won't ever harm you, angel, please don't be afraid of me" I mumbled more to myself, afraid that if I speak any louder she'll wake up.

Sucking in a deep breath I ripped my eyes off her angelic face and walked out. I need to blow some heat off.

Getting into my car I began driving towards the basement where Robert was waiting for me. I'll show you hell Robert.

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Claire's POV:

The sound of constant beeping was what stirred me awake and I ripped my eyes open and franticly looked around.

"Easy kitten you're safe, it's me" Derek's voice came followed by a pair of hands resting on my shoulders, making me look towards him.

"H-He.." I began but couldn't get any words out, my throat was completely dry, my head was throbbing and my heart was thudding hard against my chest.

"Ssh, he's gone kitten, lemme get the doctor" Derek said and rushed out of the room leaving me all alone with my thoughts. I ran my eyes across the room once more. How did I get here? What happened?

Then it all came rushing back.

I had given up after Liam was done torturing me, he had me lay bare in front of him as he jerked himself off just by staring at me and his eyes did all he physically didn't, and it was the last straw, I lost all hope that night.

After he was satisfied and left I found a piece of blade lying in the corner and I took the easy way out because I couldn't take it anymore.

After slitting my wrist open the last thing I remember was a pair of brown orbs, filled with tears.

Soon the door opened pulling me out of my horrifying memories and walked in a doctor followed by Derek and another guy beside him and he looked at me with so many emotions in his eyes.

"How are you feeling Claire" the doctor began as he checked the heart monitor, I did not have any energy to speak so I stayed quiet.

"Does your body hurt?" He asked, now looking at me and I slowly nodded and he hummed.

"Headache?" He asked and I again gave him a slow nod.

"Just as I thought, rest your mind, Claire, it will help you heal better" he spoke with a gentle smile and turned to look over at Derek and the other guy.

"If you follow me I'll give you the prescription for her medicines" he spoke and Derek gave him a nod before looking my way.

"I won't be long kitten" he reassured me before following the doctor out, leaving the other guy in the room with me and my heart picked up its pace. Who is he?

"Don't be scared princess" he spoke, voice calculated and low, eyes shimmering with tears.

"Don't you remember me?" He asked as his voice came out wobbly and he took slow steps forward.

"It's me princess" he spoke with so much emotion and I stared into his eyes, trying to remember where have I seen them before because they seemed awfully familiar.

"It's me, Eric" he whispered out and my heart stopped. No, he can't be, he's lying.

Shaking my head I pushed myself back into the pillows as tears welled up in my eyes.

"It is me princess" he took another step closer and my eyes fell on his tattoo, the same as mine and that was enough to confirm his words. If he's here, my father would be too. No no!!

My heart picked its pace and I started panicking and my lungs began closing in on me.

"No, no I'm not going to hurt you, Claire, I would never hurt you" he rushed towards me and held my face in his hands but that didn't help.

My monitor began beeping louder and the door busted open revealing Derek and the doctor as they rushed toward me.

"The fuck you do?!" Derek roared pulling him away from me and held me tight in his arms but my heart didn't calm down neither did my breathing come back. Black dots were beginning to appear blurring my vision and then the doctor pulled an oxygen mask on my face.

Finally being able to breathe I closed my eyes, and every sound in the back became a whisper, a blur. You're safe, breath Claire.

Feeling exhausted I lay my head down and let sleep take over me. Just breath.

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Xavier's POV:

Derek called me to inform me that she was awake, but hasn't spoken to anyone.

I was tempted to drive back and just hold her in my arms, keep her safe. But right now I need to take care of something else, to confirm her safety.

Walking down the basement I bust the door open and was satisfied to see Robert tied on the electronic chair, his face swollen, and a couple of front teeth appeared to be broken. His nails were picked out.

"We meet again Robert" I muttered, a smirk taking over my lips.

He lift his head to look my way and spitted out blood.

Letting out a humorless laugh I tilted my head, scanning his current appearance.

"Did my men keep you company?" I asked and just on cue walked in Oliver followed by Allaric who dragged in a pot of boiling oil.

"You see Robert, when I was young I always wondered if boiling oil can remove one's tattoo but I never got the chance to try that out. Now I can" I began and walked closer to the boiling oil and pulled on a pair of gloves before picking up the heated pot.

Stepping closer I saw Robert's eyes go wide.

"No, no Xavier, I'm begging you!" He begged realising what I'm about to do but all his begs were nothing but a waste of breath for me. All I saw in his face was a man who tore my family apart, a man who dare harm, my angel.

Her crying face flashed before my eyes and I gestured for Oliver to hold him in place and he did, revealing his tattoo before me.

Gritting my teeth I began pouring down the burning oil over his neck and shoulder and his skin started bubbling up while his loud, painful screams filled my ears.

Not soon after his body went limb as he passed out, putting the pot down I pulled off the gloves.

"Make sure he wakes up, I'm not done with him yet" I grumbled and walked out of the room.

Sliding into my car I ran my hands through my hair. I couldn't get her terrified face out of my head, the pain, the fear in her eyes. It broke me beyond repair.

I am making them pay for what they did to you baby, and I'm ready to endure whatever punishment you give me.

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