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 clash

of the alliance. I heard she was even the

did you suddenly change your

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

have you say bad

not going to go ahead with

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Chapter 22

Are you sure can you take what’s coming?”

a

mean

she queried my decision as 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 endured all

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

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

anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge to break

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

me means risking Donnie’s well–being. Are you truly

her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted

like your little baby to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect on me, but I didn’t show it.

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