Chapter 10 Aaron lowered his gaze in thought . Sophie had a point . Maybe Claire really was waiting for him to panic . He furrowed his brow , his feelings a mixture of irritation and restlessness . " How long is she going to drag this out ? Is this game really that fun ? She's not nearly as understanding as you , Sophie . I'll stop caring about her and see how long she can put up with it ! " Aaron held back his unease and simmering anger as he pulled Sophie into his arms . She was wearing a seductive nightgown , yet her expression remained innocent , adding to the allure . Her snake - like arms wrapped around his shoulders , and her red lips brushed his , about to deepen the kiss . But Aaron , still distracted , kissed her lightly and pushed her away . He grabbed some clothes , dressed quickly , and after fixing himself in the mirror , he said coldly , " There's something urgent at the company . I'll be busy . Get some rest . " With that , he didn't give Sophie another glance and left . Sophie , frustrated , hammered her pillow a few times , muttering , " Damn Claire , she really knows how to play games . I'll never yield him to her ! " Aaron did indeed go to the company , never returning home . For two days straight , he stayed busy with work . But his gaze often lingered on his phone . A call came in from Sophie . He irritably hung up . But Sophie kept calling , and his phone lit up time and again , yet never with a call from Claire . Even when Monday rolled around , there was still no message , no call from her . The unease in Aaron's heart grew more pronounced , his anger flaring up like an uncontrollable fire . At that moment , Beta suddenly pushed open the door . " Alpha , someone wants to see you . It's ... " Before Beta could finish , Aaron interrupted , " Is it Claire ? Tell her to wait ! She hasn't messaged me in so long , so now she has to wait . " Beta's face was filled with embarrassment . He bit his lip nervously and whispered , " Alpha , it's not Luna , partner . " Aaron's expression froze , unable to process what Beta had just said . " Not Claire ? Are you joking ? Tell her to come in , and we'll delay the business meeting " He pinched the bridge of his nose in frustration . it's today's business Beta hesitated , looking even more awkward . " Alpha , Luna hasn't shown up . If you don't believe me , you can go see for yourself . " Aaron could no longer deceive himself . With a darkened face , he went to the meeting room . When he saw his business partner , the Alpha's oppressive aura silenced them . Until the end of the day , Aaron never received a single call or message from Claire . His face darkened with rage . Many employees , afraid of his mood , trembled at the sight of him , eager to hide in a corner . Chapter 10 Dreame - Read Romance Stories What ? My brother in law ? But this is his engagement 4.4 FREE Installed Open Ceremony with mother weren 40.00 % After waiting for a long time with no sign of Claire , Aaron couldn't take it anymore . He drove home at full speed . But when night fell , the whole city lit up , and yet his pack house stood dark , completely empty . For a moment , he almost thought he was hallucinating . He checked multiple times to confirm , and only then did he believe the lights in the pack house were off , as if no one was home . A rush of panic seized his chest , his heart pounding uncontrollably . " Claire , what kind of game are you playing ? Your little hard - to - get act won't work on me ! " Aaron pushed open the door , turned on the lights , and began pacing through the pack house with his brows knitted . However , the entire house was deserted , cold , and echoing with silence . The coffee table had a thin layer of dust on it , and the flowers in the vase had withered , leaving behind only yellowed stems . It was clear the house hadn't been lived in for days . A wave of longing and helplessness rushed through him . His lips pressed tightly together , trying to suppress the growing unease . It couldn't be . Claire couldn't sever the bond with him . With his power and influence , there was nowhere she could run that he wouldn't find her ! Chapter 10 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!