Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

Chapter 22

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CARLYLE’S POV

My fist balled up as I listened to Raina’s taunts and tactics. Her words rang in my ears as she threatened me with hurting Donnie. She thinks she can hurt my mate and go scot free? Hell no! But at that moment, there was nothing I could do but listen while plotting a countermove I’d unleash soon.

Rex’s eyes suddenly went ablaze with anger as he confronted me at Raina’s revelation.

“You dare reject our agreement and spurn the alliance proposal because of another lady?” He barked, his fists tightening..

For anyone els

“I won’t be forced into a bond I don’t desire. Your dictate my choices, I shot back with resolution.

Meanwhile, Raina stood behind me, smirking at me.

“You may resist, but you’ll be wise to reconsider. Marrying me is the only way to avoid dire consequences.”

“Donnie’s safety hinges on your decision. Choose wisely, Carlyle, or face the wrath,” Rex added, supporting his sister.

“I won’t be blackmailed into a loveless union. Threats won’t change my mind.” I remained undeterred, standing firm on my decision.

setting

of the alliance. I heard she was

Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your style,

need to go back on that. I answered your question earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know you. wouldn’t either. You know your sister more

enough, Alpha Carlyle. I won’t have you say

alright, brother. Are you sure you really not going to go ahead with

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sure can you take what’s coming?”

silent for a while got

mean

decision as a sly smile played on

the sight of two imposing figures dragging Donnie into the room. Donnie’s face contorted in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into the room. Her eyes,

body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a

from the rough handling, but I

I restrained myself as a mix of anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break free from my composure warred with the need to protect Donnie by not escalating

concern hidden beneath a mask of control. Each yank and jostle she was given felt like a punch to my gut. Deep down, I and Laryl yearned to be her shield, but the

you see the writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you

convinced that the power play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted

to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on me, but I didn’t show it.

Rex questioned, but I didn’t