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

I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me. So why the insistence?” I queried with a measured tone that Rex

did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this

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

have you say bad things about my sister.”

you really not going to go ahead

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

after staying silent for a while got

mean

decision as a sly smile played

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 forehead, showing the

across her features spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince

to intervene, to shield her from the rough

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

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

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

her eyes hinted at the belief that she held

you 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

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