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 dominance and

of the alliance. I heard she was

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

Rex. I can’t afford to

Carlyle. I won’t have you say bad

brother. Are you sure you really not going to go

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sure can

conversation after staying silent for a while got my brows

mean

sparkled with confidence as she queried my decision as a sly smile played on her

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,

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

from the rough handling, but I

through me. The urge to break free from my composure warred with the need to protect Donnie by not

yank and jostle she was given felt like a punch to my gut.

me means risking Donnie’s

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

to get hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had

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