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.

of wills intensified, setting the stage for a

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 insistence?” I queried

the one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is

go back on that. I answered your question earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone

you

really not going

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sure can you take what’s

for a while got my brows furrowed.

mean

eyes sparkled with confidence as she queried my decision as a sly smile played on her lips.

dragging Donnie into the room. Donnie’s face contorted in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into

etched across her features spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting grimace there cach movement

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

coursed through me. The urge to break free from my composure warred with the need to protect Donnie by not

felt like

the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly willing to take that chance?” Raina

expression oozed assurance as she was convinced that the power play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted at the

your little baby to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect

denied my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I