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.

wills intensified, setting the stage for a clash of dominance

the alliance. I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me.

Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your

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

Carlyle. I won’t have you say bad things

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

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you agreed on? Are you sure can you

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

mean

my decision

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

her body protesting against the rough treatment she

that moment, every fiber of my being screamed to intervene, to shield her from the

but I restrained myself as a mix of anger and helplessness coursed through me. The

and jostle she was given felt like a punch to my gut. Deep down, I and Laryl yearned to be her shield, but

darling, don’t you see the writing on the wall? Refusing me means risking Donnie’s well–being.

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

in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on me, but I didn’t show it. I acted against her

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