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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great time at

dear. Maso“, did you

replied, his gaze focused on his

with Teddy, Athena and I exchanged smiles.

back, Athena. I’m going to

did I know, the ordinary chore of grocery shopping was about to plunge me into an

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

move. Their intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet corner, the dimly lit street revealing the clandestine nature

a blindfold covered my eyes. Panic surged through me as I struggled against an invisible

ability to navigate or understand the unfolding situation. Questions swirled in my mind – who were these men, and why had they

and I was ushered into its confined space. The cold metal of restraints tightened around my wrists, rendering any attempt at resistance futile. Fear and frustration intermingled within me as the

that left me feeling vulnerable and isolated. As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any hint or

through me. I silently vowed that if an opportunity arose, I would seize it with every ounce

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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

underground basement. The air was thick with an acrid

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

air crackled with tension as Donnie and Raina faced each other, the dimly lit room amplifying the charged

locked onto Raina’s. “You need to understand, Raina. Carlyle and I share a bond that goes beyond your obsession. He’s my mate, and nothing you do will

into a sneer, her voice dripping with venom.

someone who can give him what he

Donnie’s features, but she

your concern. Our connection is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts

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

Carlyle and I have something real, something you’ll never understand,” Donnie retorted,

tension.

laughter rang Donnie’s spine.

a chilling sound that sent shivers down.

for how long? I can offer him power,

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