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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Jake and I had a great time at the park. How’s

you have fun

replied, his gaze

into playtime with Teddy, Athena and

back, Athena. I’m going to get some groceries.”

I know, the ordinary chore of grocery shopping

instinctual awareness told me something was amiss. Ignoring the uncase, I quickened my pace, the grocery list in my hand a mundane distraction from the

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

against an invisible force, my instincts urging me to fight. But they were relentless, overpowering me with a strength that caught me off guard.

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

my wrists, rendering any attempt at resistance futile. Fear and frustration intermingled within me

vulnerable and isolated. As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to

silently vowed that if an opportunity arose, I would seize it

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this ominous

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

my eyes fluttered open, I found myself in an underground basement. The air was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me

threat she posed. We had argued fiercely before. Raina threatening me to leave Carlyle for her. But I, driven by the unwavering bond we shared, refused to yield.

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

into a sneer, her voice dripping with

Donnie. Carlyle deserves someone who can give him what he truly

flash of anger crossed Donnie’s features, but she held

Our connection is strong, and he loves me.

special, but

I have something real, something you’ll never understand,” Donnie retorted, her words cutting through the

tension.

laughter rang Donnie’s spine.

a chilling sound that sent shivers

Donnie. Carlyle saved you, but for how long? I can offer him power,

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