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

good, dear. Maso“, did you have

he replied, his gaze focused on his toy.

into playtime with Teddy,

I’m going to get

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

awareness told me something was amiss. Ignoring

remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet corner, the dimly lit street revealing the

me as I struggled against an

sounds and uneven footsteps. The blindfold, a cruel shroud, robbed me of my ability to navigate or understand the unfolding situation. Questions swirled in

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 vehicle sped away, leaving me enveloped in the chilling uncertainty of

I replayed the events leading to this moment,

would seize it

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ominous

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.

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

a malicious. glint in her eyes, a chilling reflection of the threat she posed. We had argued fiercely before. Raina threatening me to leave Carlyle for her. But I,

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

bore a mix of defiance and determination, her eyes 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

a sneer, her

Carlyle deserves someone who can give him what

Donnie’s features, but she

is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts to break us apart

took a step closer, her eyes narrowing. “You think you’re so special, but you’re just a hindrance. Carlyle could have so much

real,

tension.

rang

sound that

blind, Donnie. Carlyle saved you, but for how long? I can

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