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.

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

time 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

the one to ask you a question. Why did you

sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her

Carlyle. I won’t have you

sure you really not going to go ahead with

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

in the conversation after staying silent for a while

mean

confidence as she queried my decision

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

protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince

intervene, to shield her from the

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

she was given felt like a punch to

means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly willing

oozed assurance as she was convinced that 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 my resistance would soon crumble as I wouldn’t have a

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

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