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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and I had a great

Maso“, did you have fun with mommy?”

huh,” he replied, his gaze focused on

settled into playtime with Teddy,

back, Athena. I’m going to

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

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

me, a shadowy group of men had begun to tail my every move. Their intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet corner, the dimly lit street revealing the clandestine nature of my

surged through me as I struggled against an invisible force, my instincts urging me to fight. But they were relentless, overpowering me

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

any attempt at resistance futile. Fear and frustration intermingled within me as the vehicle sped away, leaving me enveloped in the chilling uncertainty of my

left me feeling vulnerable and isolated. As time blurred, I replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any hint or clue that could unravel the

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

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ominous

the vehicle canie to 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. The unknown loomed, and with every step, I clung to the hope that

myself in an underground basement. The air was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me as I scanned

revealed 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 we shared, refused to yield.

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

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

sneer, her

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

anger crossed Donnie’s features, but she held her ground.

needs is not your concern. Our connection is strong, and

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

for love, Raina. Carlyle and I have something real, something you’ll never understand,” Donnie retorted, her words cutting through

tension.

laughter rang Donnie’s spine.

a chilling sound that sent shivers down.

saved you, but for how long? I

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