Chapter 3 The next day , when Claire was nearly frozen to the point of unconsciousness , the cold storage door finally opened . A warrior stood expressionless in the doorway . " Alpha says that if there's a next time , the punishment won't be so light . " She stumbled out , supporting herself against the wall , her body shaking so violently that even her teeth chattered . There wouldn't be a next time . Soon enough , she would make sure he was completely out of her life . That evening , Aaron's Beta brought her a gown and jewelry , saying it was for a charity auction gala that she needed to attend . Claire went . As she stood at the entrance of the ballroom , she saw Sophie . Sophie was wearing a custom - made gown , a diamond necklace around her neck - one that Aaron had bought last month at an auction for an eight - figure sum . Claire stopped in her tracks and looked at Aaron . " She's here , so what do you need me for ? " His expression was calm . " I didn't plan on bringing her , but she's never been to an event like this . She has interest , so I brought her along . " He paused and added casually , " Claire , don't be so petty . " Claire's body trembled slightly . It wasn't about being petty . It was that he hadn't even considered how much gossip and ridicule she would face , having both the rightful Luna and his kept mistress appear together in the same place . Aaron walked into the ballroom with Sophie , who affectionately hooked her arm through his , smiling sweetly . Whispers rippled around them . " Alpha and Luna have such a great relationship , they really suit each other . " sych " You're mistaken . That one is the Luna . The one next to him ... is just Alpha's mistress . ' The werewolf who had spoken awkwardly glanced at Claire and mumbled , " But Alpha treats her so well , buying her the real deal , while Luna only gets the freebies ... no wonder I mixed them up . " Claire clenched her fists , her nails digging into her palms . After the auction began , Claire casually raised her paddle to bid on a few items . But no matter what she bid on , Sophie would always outbid her by just one dollar . Soft laughter came from the crowd . " To be publicly dominated by the mistress , now that's a first ... " Claire maintained a blank expression , then made a subtle gesture , signaling for " Sky's the Limit . " " Sky's the Limit " meant no matter how high the price went , she would take the item , no cap . Sophie's face turned pale , and she tugged at Aaron's sleeve with a look of false innocence . " Alpha , I really like this one ... " Aaron frowned and turned to Claire . " Claire , let her have it . " " No , " Claire replied coldly . Chapter 3 12.00 % " I can totally ignore the price , but she can't , because I'm your mate and we share the property , " she said , looking directly at Sophie with a mocking smile . " No matter how much you give her , she will never be me . " Sophie's eyes immediately turned red . She shot to her feet , " You ... " The next moment , she covered her face with her hands and began crying . " Yes , you're his mate ... I'm just a secret companion . I shouldn't be so greedy ... Alpha ... we should end this ! " With that , she spun around and ran off . Aaron's expression darkened , and he grabbed Claire's wrist so forcefully it almost crushed her bones . " I told you , I'll get tired of playing with her , but why did you have to force her away ?! " Claire looked at him calmly . " What does it matter to me whether she leaves or stays ? " His expression darkened , and he yanked his hand from hers before striding off in pursuit of Sophie . Claire stood still , the eyes around her filled with either scorn or pity . But she didn't care . After all , she was leaving soon enough . But the next morning , Claire was woken up by a push notification on her phone . " Breaking news ! 999 private photos of Silverfang Pack Luna to be auctioned ! " Her blood ran cold . Those photos ... only Aaron had them . Chapter 3 Discover our latest featured short drama reel. Watch now and enjoy the story!