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

will and not because of the alliance. I heard she was even the

did you suddenly change your mind? I mean, this is not your style, Carlyle.”

afford to have someone like her

I won’t have you say bad things

not going to go ahead with

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

after staying silent for a while got my brows

mean

queried my decision as a sly smile played on her lips.

door swung 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

body protesting against the rough treatment she

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

involuntarily, 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

of control. Each yank and jostle she was given felt like a punch

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

oozed 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 cards,

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

this the lady you denied my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I