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.

wills intensified, setting the stage for a clash of dominance

I checked, your sister wanted to marry me on her own will and not because of the alliance. I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me. So why

should be the one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I

earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know you.

have you say bad things

you really not going to go ahead with

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agreed on? Are you sure can you take

silent for a while got

mean

sparkled with confidence as she queried my decision as a sly smile played on

in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into the room. Her eyes, wide with distress, searched around for explanations of if some sort. Strands of her disheveled hair clung to her damp forehead, showing the struggle she endured all the way down.

the rough treatment she was getting.

to intervene, to shield her from the rough handling, but I clenched

a mix of anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break free from my

like a punch to my gut. Deep down, I

don’t you see the writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly willing to take that chance?” Raina asked tauntingly.

play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted at the belief that she held all

get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on me, but I

denied my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I didn’t

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