Chapter 43

DONNIE’S POV

The engine hummed softly as the car glided through the late afternoon traffic. The sun painted warm hues on the horizon, casting a gentle glow inside the car. Jake, strapped securely in his car seat, fidgeted with excitement.

“Did you have fun at the park today, Mason?”

He nodded vigorously. “I loved the slide and swing, Mama! It was so fun!

“I’m glad you enjoyed it, buddy.” I smiled at him through the rearview mirror. “We’ll have

to go again soon. Maybe we can try the merry–go–round next time.”

“Round and round, Mama! Yeah!”

I laughed at his antics. “Yes baby. Now, we’re off to Grandma Athena’s house. What do you want to do there?” I asked, as the traffic light in front of me turned green.

“Cookies!” Mason’s face lit up with the promise of sweet treats.

I chuckled, “Cookies it is. Remember, not too much.”

As we approached Athena’s house, a familiar sight on the quiet street, I felt a sense of comfort. The car slowed to a stop, and I turned to Jake.

“We’re here, little buddy. Ready to see Athena?”

“Play with Teddy,” he waved his worn down teddy bear around.

“That sounds like a plan. Let’s go see Athena and then you can play with Teddy while I grab a few things, okay?”

Mason beamed, his excitement palpable as I unbuckled him from his car seat. The car door creaked open, and we stepped out onto the familiar sidewalk. The scent of blooming flowers lingered in the air as we made our way to Athena’s welcoming door.

As we entered, the aroma of something delicious cooking filled the air, and Mason’s eyes lit up.

“Donnie! You’re back.” Athena uttered.

Athena came out of the kitchen and took Mason from me.

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Athena. Jake and I had a great time at the park.

you have fun

gaze focused on his

with Teddy, Athena

back, Athena. I’m going to

grocery shopping was about to plunge

over me. The sounds of the city became a distant hum as an instinctual awareness told me something was

shadowy group of men had begun to tail my every move. Their intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet

A swift movement, and before I could react, a blindfold covered my eyes. Panic surged through me as I struggled against an invisible force, my instincts urging me to fight. But they were relentless, overpowering me with a strength that caught me

muffled sounds and uneven footsteps. The blindfold, a cruel shroud, robbed me of my ability to

my wrists, rendering any attempt at

feeling vulnerable and isolated. As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching

midst of my fear, a surge of determination coursed through me. I silently vowed that if an opportunity arose, I would seize it with every

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this ominous

to a halt, and I was guided out, the blindfold still shrouding my vision. The ait telt different, and I strained to discern any recognizable sounds or landmarks. The unknown loomed, and with every step, I clung to the hope that Athena’s wisdom and the strength within me would navigate me

thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me as I scanned the dim surroundings, my senses

eyes, I saw Raina standing before me. The dim light revealed a malicious. glint in her eyes, a chilling reflection of the threat she posed. We had argued fiercely

Donnie and Raina faced each other, the dimly lit room amplifying the

and I share a bond that goes beyond your obsession. He’s

a sneer, her voice dripping

him what he truly needs. You’re holding him back.”

of anger crossed Donnie’s features, but she held

is not your concern. Our connection is strong, and he loves me. Your

narrowing. “You think you’re so special, but you’re just a hindrance. Carlyle

love, Raina. Carlyle and I have something real, something you’ll never understand,” Donnie retorted, her

tension.

rang Donnie’s

a chilling sound that sent

but for how long? I can offer him power,

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