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.

battle of wills intensified, setting the

she was even the

be the one to ask you a question. Why did you suddenly change your mind? I mean,

I can’t afford to have someone like her as reality. And I know

I won’t have you say bad things about

you really not going to go

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

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

mean

my decision as a sly smile played on her

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

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

intervene, to shield her from the rough handling, but I clenched my jaw instead,

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

given felt like a punch to my gut. Deep down,

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

her favor. The glint in her eyes hinted at the

in your presence?” She knew her words

lady you denied my sister for?” Rex questioned, but I didn’t care to