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.

as the battle of wills intensified, setting the stage for a clash of dominance

not because of the alliance. I heard she was even the one who suggested getting married to me. So why the insistence?” I queried with a

did you suddenly

on that. I answered your question earlier. The problem lies. with your sister, Rex. I can’t afford to have someone like her as

enough, Alpha Carlyle. I won’t have you say bad things about my

not going to go ahead with

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you sure can

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

mean

she queried my decision as a sly

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 endured all the way

across her features spoke volumes with her body protesting against the rough treatment she was getting. A wince here, a

her from the

anger and helplessness coursed through me. The urge

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

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

her eyes hinted

hurt in your presence?” She knew her words had an effect

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