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.

intensified, setting the stage for a clash of dominance and desires.

not because of the alliance. I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me. So why the insistence?” I queried

question. Why did you

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

won’t have you say bad things about my

Are you sure you really not going to go ahead with the

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agreed on? Are you sure can you

the conversation after staying silent for a while got my

mean

queried my decision as a sly smile played on

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 clung to her damp

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

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 me. The urge to break free from my composure warred with the need to protect Donnie

every harsh movement inflicted upon her with my concern hidden 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

see the writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly

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,

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

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