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.

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

to marry me on her own will and not because of the alliance. I heard she was

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

I answered your question earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have

I won’t have you say bad

you sure you really not

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sure can

the conversation after staying silent for a while got my

mean

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

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,

pain that was etched across her features spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she

fiber of my being screamed to intervene, to shield her from the rough handling, but I

reach out to her, but I restrained myself as a mix of anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break free from my composure warred with the need to protect

was given felt like a punch to my gut.

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

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

your presence?” She knew her words had an effect

but I didn’t care