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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I had a great time at the park. How’s

did you

huh,” he replied, his gaze focused

playtime with Teddy, Athena and I exchanged

back, Athena. I’m

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

as an instinctual awareness told me something was amiss. Ignoring the uncase, I quickened my pace, the grocery list

intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet corner,

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

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

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

I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any hint or clue that could unravel the mystery

an opportunity arose, I would seize it with every ounce of strength I could muster. The wellbeing of Mason, waiting innocently at home, fueled my resolve to

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ominous predicament.

recognizable sounds or landmarks. The unknown loomed, and with every step, I clung to the

in an underground basement. The air was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably

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, driven by the unwavering bond

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

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 change

a sneer,

can give him what he truly

anger crossed Donnie’s features, but she held

connection is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts to break us apart won’t

so special, but you’re just a hindrance. Carlyle could have

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

tension.

rang Donnie’s spine.

a chilling sound that sent shivers

for how

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