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 stage for a

time I 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 married to

the one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your

lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know

I won’t have you say

not going to go ahead

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

silent for a while got my

mean

she queried my decision as a sly smile

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 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 struggle she

spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a fleeting grimace there cach movement of hers seemed to intensify her

being screamed to intervene, to shield her from the rough handling, but I clenched my jaw instead, maintaining a stoic

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 my composure warred with the need to protect Donnie

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 to be her shield, but the chessboard of power demanded I bid my

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

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 cards, and that my resistance would soon crumble as I wouldn’t have a

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

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