Raven Castillo held Valencia's hand and continued to lecture, her expression filled with worry and concern. “Valencia, if you feel uncomfortable…”

Valencia sighed and nodded her head for the umpteenth time. “I understand, Mom.”

Raven had also told Valencia that if she didn’t want to attend the Vandenberg party, then she didn't have to be scared and that Valencia should let her know.

Raven had also told Valencia that if she was scared or uninterested at some point, then she should let Raven know. If someone dared to bully her…

In the past, Valencia had always stayed quiet and endured everything because of her love for Maverick Vandenberg.

But now,...