Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

Chapter 65

DONNIE’S POV

My gaze met Carlyle’s, with his eyes holding a mix of emotions- regret, vulnerability, and an unspoken plea for understanding.

“Donnie, it’s not what it seems. She was only here to take care of me due to… he began, his voice shaky.

I made sure my expression remained unreadable, and the weight of Raina’s revelation hung in the air The room felt charged with tension as everyone awaited Carlyle’s response with the truth of the situation demanding acknowledgment.

“The last time I checked, you should be resting without disturbance. Why is she here?” Raina faced. Carlyle, then diverted her questioning gaze at Donald.

“Why did you let her in, Beta?”

I couldn’t believe that my days of worry and fear about Carlyle’s well being all turned out for nothing. So, he was with Raina within closed doors. Not even just anywhere, but in his inner chambers. How and why did he allow her in, in the first place?

First, Raina was a stranger who didn’t deserve to be let into important places on the pack, talk less of the Alpha’s inner chambers. Second, I was not allowed into the premises because of the acclaimed bed rest with no disturbance that Carlyle requires but Raina was allowed in. Not just for a while but she virtually stayed with him all through the sickness. Who should be more respected. and more important?

It baffled me, the audacity Raina displayed, barging into the Alpha’s inner chambers when 1, hist supposed mate, was denied access. The inconsistency was glaring my exclusion versus her unrestricted entry. It struck a chord deep within me, questioning what Carlyle’s thoughts were exactly.

As Carlyle sought answers, my thoughts lingered on the injustice of it all. Was my role diminished to mere caretaker during his illness while Raina enjoyed an unearned proximity? The frustration simmered beneath my surface, awaiting resolution.

“You shouldn’t be here, Raina,” Donald said with a glare, but Raina knew exactly what she was. doing.

“Carlyle, you’re not saying anything. At least, I deserve an explanation.”

“Of course, you do. What…” he suddenly began coughing, as he winced in pain slightly.

will you

How dare she question my commitment and concern for Carlyle? The unfairness of the situation, where she

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I retorted, “I’ve been here for him when he needed someone. I don’t need permission or judgment. Carlyle

your

and care for

no choice but to recoil to

have to answer to you,” Raina uttered

to me.

straight in the eye but he wasn’t saying a thing. Hurt, I felt a lump forming in my throat as Carlyle remained silent. The pain of his silence cut deep, and I struggled to maintain my composure. Blinking back tears, I turned away, determined not to let Raina witness

in my heart. I held back the tears, refusing to let anyone see the impact of what happened on me. It was a silent retreat, a battle against the hurt and disappointment that threatened to overwhelm me.

left without looking back, shielding my

CARLYLE’S POV

The days of pain and frustration without her and our son had been

contain my relief and gratitude, I couldn’t help but express a

even me.

could be sick more often if it means you’ll take care of me like this, I mused, a playful. smile dancing

when I signaled Donald to leave so I

have a private time with her, we heard noises from

glance with Donald, both of us aware that

under my breath through the mind–link, a mix of frustration and irritation clouding my expression. It seemed Rairia had a knack for choosing the most inconvenient moments

know.” Donanswered, but I glared

you made sure she was busy