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.

you

gaze focused on

Teddy, Athena and I

be right back, Athena. I’m

the ordinary chore of grocery shopping was about

I walked through the bustling streets, an unsettling feeling crept over me. The sounds of the city became a distant hum as an 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 growing tension.

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

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

world around me 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 were these men, and why had they targeted

and 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

turns and stops that left me feeling vulnerable and isolated. As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any

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

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ominous predicament.

sounds or landmarks.

basement. The air was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me as I scanned the dim surroundings, my senses

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

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

bore a mix of defiance and determination, her eyes locked onto Raina’s. “You need to understand, Raina. Carlyle and

expression twisted into a sneer, her voice dripping with

give him

features, but she held her ground.

your concern. Our connection is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts to break

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

love, Raina. Carlyle and I have something real, something you’ll

tension.

rang Donnie’s

chilling sound that sent shivers

Carlyle saved you, but for how long? I can

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