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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had a great time at the park.

dear. Maso“, did you have

huh,” he replied, his gaze

with Teddy, Athena and I exchanged smiles.

I’m going to

chore of grocery shopping was about to plunge me into an

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

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

Panic surged through me as I struggled against an invisible force, my

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

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 sped away, leaving me enveloped in the chilling uncertainty of my captors‘

time blurred, I replayed

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

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ominous

strained to discern any recognizable sounds or landmarks. The unknown loomed, and with every step,

was thick with an acrid scent, unmistakably that of wolfsbane. Panic gripped me as I scanned the dim surroundings, my senses on high alert.

before me. The dim light 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.

Raina faced each other, the dimly lit room amplifying the charged

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

twisted into a sneer, her

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

anger crossed Donnie’s features, but she

is strong, and he loves me. Your attempts to

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

for love, Raina. Carlyle and 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

but for how long? I can offer him power,

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