Alpha’s Second Chance Mate (Sidonie & Carlyle)

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CARLYLE’S POV.

THREE YEARS LATER.

The search for Sidonnie proved futile, a gnawing ache in my chest that refused to subside. Despite numerous attempts to find her, she remained nowhere to be found, and the relentless search took its toll on my resolve and ye faith I had that she will surely be found. Eventually, a reluctant acceptance settled in, and I found myself redirecting the energy that once fueled the search for her into something else.

Returning to the hustle of my life as a businessman and the responsibilities that came with being an Alpha, I buried myself in the familiar rhythm of work.

The memories of Donnie lingered in the recesses of my mind, but I pushed them aside, compartmentalizing the personal turmoil to maintain a semblance of control. The notion that I made a huge mistake never ceased to leave my mind. It finds its way to me at any free time I had. In such times, I would take a look at the peony brooch the old lady gave me at the bar and caress it in my palm with the hope that one day, I’ll find her

my mate.

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As the weeks passed, the urgency of the search softened into a dull ache, blending seamlessly with the demands of my dual life. The business world became a refuge for me as it became a place where the echoes of unanswered questions couldn’t reach me.

“Carl,” Donald, my amiable Beta, strolled in with some files in his hand, his facial expression unsettling. We were way closer than using honorifics for each other when we were alone.

“What is it, Don?” I responded to him fondly as I do usually.

“How many

many times will I tell you not to call me that?” He took a scat beside me.

“So, what’s new?” I asked, knowing fully well that he came for business updates.

“Of course, there are lot of new things and I bet you’re going to find them interesting. As you know, our recent market analysis indicates a potential for strategic expansion in the Partic County, close to the Servians. I’ve been reviewing the reports and wanted to get your insights on this opportunity.” Donald began, and I listened with rapt attention.

“Okay, the Partic market is growing very fast, and it aligns with our long–term goals. I’ve looked into the economic trends, consumer behavior, and competition in the region. There’s an evident gap in the market that we could capitalize on. But what are the key factors that make this market appealing to us?”

“Firstly, the economic growth in the county is outrunning many other parts involved in.

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our products and services. Also, the demand for our niche is not being

Are there any challenges we should be

and a thorough understanding of local laws, we can navigate these challenges

are.

the competition is also fierce. We need

a follow–up meeting next week to

service, Alpha.” He jokingly made a salute sign in our tradition, and I flashed a smile at

respectfully, and with a dignified departure, he approached the exit of the

room.

in his steps, returning to

“What is it?”

pressing issue I forgot to bring up.” He

I’m all

now, there’s this group of supernaturals sniffing around our turf, and it’s getting hairy. We need to do something

seriously? What do they

knows? We can’t just howl them away. We have to find out to

they exactly? And why am I just hearing about this? It’s been weeks now and this is just getting to me?”

I had to double check the facts before

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still investigating that. All I can say is that they’re very

I ordered, and Donald

nothing and wiped ite off but it didn’t stop there. One morning, that same sign was drawn

you just

people. Three teenage pups and

told me about. Such incidents were the least of what I

Carl?” Donald asked, breaking the

we’re going to send some of our guys to chat with them, see if we can work things out without much

guys are working on it. But if that doesn’t work?”

keeping things cool first. You know, we don’t need anything that would tarnish our image in the market or anything that would slow down our

were prepping for that.” Donald queried. The mating moon is like an annual celebration in my pack which gives every wolf a chance to find its mate. Literally, that’s how it’s meant to be, but in the Moon Shade Pack, it goes beyond that.

Mating Moon stays on track. We need our pack strong and united. Let the moonlight do its thing.”

“Alright, Alpha.”

the pack walls constantly, can I see a sample of it?

paper and did a quick sketch of the said symbol which turned