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

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

Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your style, Carlyle.”

can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And

you say bad things

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

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you sure can you take

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

mean

as she queried my decision as a sly

heart pounded in my chest as the door swung open, revealing the sight of two imposing figures dragging Donnie into the room. Donnie’s face contorted in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into the

the rough treatment she

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

helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break free from

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

the wall? Refusing me means risking

play was tipping in her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted at the belief that she held all the cards, and that my resistance would soon crumble as I wouldn’t have

your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on

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