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.

thickened as the battle of wills intensified, setting the stage for

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

did you suddenly change

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

you

you sure you really not going to go ahead with

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you agreed on? Are you sure can you

the conversation after staying silent for a while got my brows furrowed. W

mean

with confidence as she queried my decision as a sly

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

the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting grimace there cach movement

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

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

like a punch to my gut. Deep down, I and Laryl

writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly willing to take that chance?” Raina asked

assurance as she was convinced that the power play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted at

hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had

but I didn’t