Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

Chapter 40

RAINA’S POV

In the shadowy corners of my clandestine world, I meticulously crafted a plan to eliminate Donnie, a formidable threat to my ambitions of getting Alpha Carlyle of the Moon Shade Pack for myself. The air was thick with tension as I dispatched a group of skilled assassins after buying their loyalty with promises of power and wealth.

Days passed, each one a torturous wait for the anticipated news that would signal the success of my covert operation. Yet, an cerie silence enveloped the situation, as if the very walls were withholding the secrets of the unfolding drama.

Doubt gnawed at the edges of my confidence, and anxiety clawed at the recesses of my mind. Had my carefully chosen assassins betrayed me, or had they fallen victim to Donnie’s cunning traps? The weight of uncertainty bore down on me, threatening to expose the vulnerabilities I had worked so hard to conceal.

In the midst of my turmoil, I found myself haunted by the consequences of failure. Donnie’s existence was a formidable barrier to my aspirations, and I couldn’t afford to let sentimentality or hesitation compromise my carefully calculated maneuvers.

“Alpha Raina, someone seeks your audience. My stand–in maid announced and I signaled for her to let the person in.”

“Alpha Rex calls for your presence.” He said.

“It’s fine. You can go.” I gestured for him to leave.

As the hours stretched into an agonizing eternity, I wrestled with the shadows of my

own creation.

“Let’s go,” I said to my maid who stood up immediately, to obey my command.

Within the confines of my brother’s chamber, an unsettling air of tension awaited me. His countenance betrayed an anger that simmered beneath the surface, and my attempt at levity merely brushed the edge of his discontent.

“Hey, bro. I was told you missed me.” I said to him as he flashed me a smile.

“Of course, I do.”

“It’s such a pleasure, bro.” I said.

“Shut it this instant!” He yelled at me making me flinch. The laughter that briefly

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danced in the room dissolved as he forcefully pushed me away, commanding me to

kneel.

did so reluctantly. I dare not disobey him in front of his

miss you when you stop causing met trouble! When

wrong, brother? What did I do wrong?”

supposed to ask

as it sliced through

pack are beneath your status,”

brought my report to you?”

know?” He fired back, “All I’m discussing with you here is

threading. together the reasons behind my every move. Yet, my brother’s stern visage remained unyielding,

a weapon in the clash of perspectives. I pleaded my case, articulating the necessity of my strategic

echoed with the discord of our conflicting ideologies, the very foundations of our familial bond tested. My attempts at reconciliation through discussion faltered, leaving me at the mercy of my brother’s judgment.

of our verbal struggle, my brother,

the right to

Rex!” I shouted out loud, not comfortable

once a haven for family ties, bore witness to the weight of consequence, as a punishment unfolded–a stark

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to hear a word from you. When you think your senses are alright, we can have this conversation again.” He finalized, leaving me to deal with my

anger.

leave, a messenger walked in with a letter.

a message

said. Expectantly, I watched as

I asked when I saw him

to hold the Meeting of The elders. Something big must. have happened.”

would probably have a

meeting going to be held and where?”

business. Go reflect on

asked my maid.

I have in my

“About three million.”

bitch. If assassins can’t be trusted, I’ll rather handle her

Raina, let’s not do this. Your monthly allowance has been cut off. What will you spend if you use

How dare you question me?” I fired at her.