As Tao yanked back on the collar, the small bit of silver embedded in the collar pressed into Riley's neck. He let out a whimper that was almost entirely human and for a moment he hated Tao with all his skin. The temptation was there to yank his arms down with enough strength to break the posts and turn on the vampire. He growled and bit at the air, arching his back away from the grip. His muscles twitched and spasmed as Tao's blows became more and more severe.
"I won't pass out." He growled. "I'm here, I'm staying here." He would not fall unconscious, he was absolutely determined. "I won't be at your mercy." He hissed as more of his blood was exposed to the open air.