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

me on her own will and not because of the alliance. I heard she was even

ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean,

afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know you.

have you say bad things

you really not going to go

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on? Are you sure can you take what’s coming?” Raina’s sudden

conversation after staying silent for a while got

mean

confidence as she queried my decision

face contorted in a mixture of pain and fear as she was dragged into the room. Her eyes,

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

her from the rough handling, but I clenched my jaw instead, maintaining

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

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

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

assurance 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

like your little baby to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on me, but

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