Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

Chapter 39

SIDONNIE’S POV

Exhaustion clung to every inch of my being as I stumbled through the doorway, the first rays of dawn kissing the horizon. The night had been an unrelenting venture into the unknown, a mission that demanded more than just physical strength. Athena, my godmother, greeted me with a knowing look as she worked diligently outside, grinding herbs in a weathered mortar.

The air carried a subtle aroma of medicinal plants, a familiar scent that spoke of Athena’s expertise in the arcane arts of healing. I paused for a moment, my eyes tracing the lines etched on her face–years of wisdom and magic woven into her expression.

every

“My dear, how was the trip down there? Why are you back so late?” She questioned, awaiting an answer as she continued her rhythmic motion. The morter clinked softly, producing a lullaby of ancient remedies that seemed to fill the air with a comforting reassurance that I arrived home safely as the familiar aroma of herb wafted through the

air.

I sank into a nearby chair, weariness settling in my bones. Athena approached, her eyes scrutinizing my fatigued state. Without uttering a word, she handed me a steaming cup of herbal infusion–a concoction crafted to soothe the wearied soul.

As I sipped the warm herb, Athena’s presence became a balm for the turmoil within my chest.

“So, why did you return late?” Athena asked as I heaved a sigh of relief.

“It’s a long story, Athena.” I stood up to take off the basket I sing across my shoulder, but a sharp pain hit me that I winced on reflex.

“You’re hurt.” She stopped what she was doing and rushed over to my side to inspect my wound.

“This is what you sent me.” I handed the small basket to her which she collected from me, all smiles.

“Oh my! Such beautiful Dasiers,” she commented. “How did you get hurt?” She asked.

“We had an encounter along the trip.”

“We?” she questioned.

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“Yes, I and Alpha Carlyle.”

“Oh no! Such a scary combination.” Her expression shifted, concern etching lines on her forehead. The revelation of the encounter triggered a chain of worry, and I braced myself for the impending questions that would unravel the intricacies of the mission.

I need to know what happened between you two and I’m very sure it’s going to be

of such happened,” I said,

winked at me, making my nerves a mess.

me. I’m eager to know what happened?”

by staring at me?” I chipped in out of the blue, making her stiffen. From

you saying, Donnie?”

you do.”

You must be kidding. I told you it’s the wisdom of an adult.” She brushed off the topic.

staring

Let me go wash up first.” I stood

about some nice shit that transpired over there.” She said

shower, I couldn’t help but recall the moments with Alpha Carlyle. Resisting him was not easy and I found myself succumbing to temptation of the

close to each

We

the feeling, so damn good. Thinking of it, I had no idea I was wet

me jolt from

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out of it. I chastised

made sure to dress up quickly

to Mason

food she prepared for me. I ate a little and while I ate, I briefed her about what transpired

when I stood up on my feet, picked up my bag, and running outside.

said from

of my colleagues stared at me with weird faces.

I had greeted them all together but the reply I got from them was sickening. With the way they looked, stood and acted, I knew something was wrong but I

was wrong while focusing on her work. Definitely, something was wrong because Emma of all people

tried to unravel the mystery of their strange behavior, my boss’s booming voice. echoed

pounded, anxiety knotting in my stomach as I hurriedly approached his office, unsure of what awaited

thud. My boss, usually composed, was on. the edge of his seat, anger etched across his

late again! Do you have any idea how crucial

There was

won’t cut it! Your constant tardiness is affecting the entire

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