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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Athena. Jake and I had a great time at the park.

did you have

his gaze focused

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

Athena. I’m going

grocery shopping was about to plunge me into an unexpected

the city became a distant hum as an instinctual awareness told me something was

intentions remained shrouded in mystery

swift movement, and before I could react, a blindfold covered my eyes. Panic surged through me as I struggled against an invisible force, my

became a disorienting blur of 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 mind – who

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

As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any hint or clue that

fear, a surge of determination coursed through me. I silently vowed that if an opportunity arose, I would seize it

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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 step, I clung to the hope that Athena’s wisdom and the strength within me would navigate me through

thick with an acrid

light revealed a malicious. glint in her eyes, a chilling reflection of the threat she posed.

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

locked onto Raina’s. “You need to understand, Raina. Carlyle and I share a bond that goes beyond

expression twisted into a sneer, her voice dripping with venom.

can give him what he truly needs. You’re holding him back.”

features, but she held

your concern. Our connection is strong, and he loves

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

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

tension.

rang Donnie’s

a chilling sound that sent shivers

but for how long? I can offer

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