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.

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

sister wanted to marry me on her own will and not because of the alliance. I heard she was even the one who

to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind?

I answered your question earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know you. wouldn’t either. You know your sister more than I

Carlyle. I won’t have you say bad things about my

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

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sure can you take what’s coming?”

after staying silent for a while got my brows furrowed. W does she

mean

as she queried my decision as a

the room. Donnie’s face contorted in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into

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

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

fingers twitched 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

of control. Each yank and jostle she was given felt like a punch

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

eyes hinted at the belief that she held all the cards, and that my resistance would soon crumble as I wouldn’t have

your little baby to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words

my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I didn’t care