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.

tension thickened as the battle of wills intensified, setting the

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 the

one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your style, Carlyle.”

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 say bad things about my sister.”

you sure you really not going

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sure can you take what’s coming?” Raina’s

staying silent for a while got my brows furrowed. W

mean

sparkled with confidence as she queried my decision as a

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 room. Her eyes, wide with distress, searched around for explanations of if some sort. Strands of her disheveled hair

volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting grimace there cach movement of hers seemed

of my being screamed to intervene, to shield her from the rough handling, but I clenched my jaw instead, maintaining

through me. The urge to break free from my composure warred

and jostle she was given felt like a punch

me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are

The glint in her eyes hinted at the belief that she held all the cards, and that my resistance would soon crumble as

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

for?” Rex questioned, but I didn’t care to give an answer. They didn’t