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.

two and I’m very sure it’s going to be something so…” She trailed off, smiling and

happened,” I said, waving my hand

already.” She winked at me, making my nerves a mess. I smelled my body to see if she was right that I really smell like sex. A part of me

tell me. I’m eager to know

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

you saying, Donnie?”

you do.”

kidding. I told you it’s the wisdom of an adult.”

I mumbled, staring into space.

happened. Let me go wash up first.” I stood up,

me about some nice shit that transpired

Alpha Carlyle. Resisting him was

to each

We

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

through my ears, making me jolt from my

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out

made sure to dress up quickly as I was very late

attending to Mason

at the table to dig into the food she prepared for me. I ate a little and while I ate, I

did…” She was about to ask when I stood up on my

from outside as I dashed across the door.

everyone of my colleagues stared at me with weird faces. It was like something happened.

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

focusing on her work. Definitely, something was wrong because Emma of all people was was somebody who loves gist so much.

strange

now!” My heart pounded, anxiety knotting in my stomach as I hurriedly approached

of his seat, anger etched across his face. He didn’t waste a moment, immediately launching into accusations and rebukes.

you’re late again! Do you have any idea how crucial punctuality is in this workplace?”

Kaiser, There was unexpected incident

cut it! Your constant tardiness is affecting the entire team.

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