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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a great time at the park. How’s everything here?”

good, dear. Maso“, did you have fun

he replied, his gaze focused on his toy.

Mason settled into playtime with Teddy, Athena and I exchanged smiles.

Athena. I’m going to

ordinary chore of grocery shopping was about to plunge me into an unexpected nightmare.

an instinctual awareness told

men had begun to tail my every move. Their intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached

I struggled against an invisible force, my instincts urging me to fight. But they were

of my ability to navigate or understand the unfolding situation. Questions swirled in my mind – who were

my wrists, rendering any attempt at resistance futile.

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

coursed through me. I silently vowed that if an opportunity arose, I would seize it with every ounce of strength I could muster. The wellbeing of Mason, waiting innocently at

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this ominous

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

I found myself in an underground basement. The air was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me as I scanned the dim surroundings, my senses on high alert.

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

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

“You need to understand, Raina. Carlyle and I share

into a sneer, her voice dripping with venom.

deserves someone who can give him what he truly needs. You’re holding

crossed Donnie’s features, but she held her ground.

Our connection is strong, and

eyes narrowing. “You think you’re so special, but you’re just a hindrance. Carlyle could have so much more without you.”

real, something you’ll never understand,” Donnie retorted, her words

tension.

rang Donnie’s spine.

chilling sound that sent shivers down.

saved you, but for how long?

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