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.

thickened as the battle of wills intensified, setting the stage for a clash

I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me. So why the

should be the one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your

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 than I do.”

won’t have you say bad

really not going to go ahead with the

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Are you sure can

a while got my brows furrowed. W does

mean

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

in my chest as the door swung open, revealing 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

features spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting

her from the rough handling, but I clenched my jaw instead,

anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break free from

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

don’t you see the writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s

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

words

you denied my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I didn’t care to give an answer. They didn’t deserve my