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.

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 even the one who suggested getting married to

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

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

I won’t have you say

not going to

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you sure can you

in the conversation after staying silent for a while got

mean

queried my decision

fear as she was dragged into the room. Her eyes, wide with distress, searched around for explanations of

the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting grimace there cach movement of hers seemed to intensify her

fiber of my being screamed to intervene, to shield her from the

involuntarily, aching to reach out to her, but I restrained myself as a mix of anger and helplessness coursed through

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 be her shield, but the chessboard of power demanded I

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

convinced that the power play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted

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

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