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

good, dear. Maso“, did you have fun

gaze focused on his

Mason settled into playtime with Teddy, Athena

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

little did I know, the ordinary chore of grocery shopping was about

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

of men had begun to tail my every move. Their intentions remained shrouded in mystery as 1 approached a quiet corner, the dimly

A swift movement, and before I could react, 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

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

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 vehicle

replayed the events leading to this moment, searching for any

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

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this ominous predicament.

vision. The ait telt different, and I strained to discern any recognizable sounds or landmarks. The unknown

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

reflection of the threat she posed. We had argued fiercely before. Raina threatening me to

Raina faced each other,

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

into a sneer, her voice dripping

give him

crossed Donnie’s features, but she

not your concern. Our connection is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts to

narrowing. “You 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.

laughter rang Donnie’s spine.

chilling sound that sent shivers down.

but for how long? I can offer

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