Chapter 144

Claire's POV "I am Claire. Can I help you?" I asked with a smile. I thought she might be here for business. The woman in the red dress didn't answer. She stepped closer and removed her designer sunglasses. Her icy blue eyes were filled with pure hatred. "You're the one trying to steal my mate?" she asked venomously. Before I could process her words, her hand flew across my face with supernatural speed. CRACK! The slap came fast and unexpectedly. My head snapped sideways and I staggered back. I caught myself against the wall. Pain exploded across my cheek and I could feel it swelling instantly. This wasn't just any slap. She'd used her wolf strength. "What the hell?" I said, touching my throbbing face and tasted blood where my teeth had cut the inside of my cheek. Stella roared inside me. "Let me at her!" The office erupted into gasps and whispers. Emily rushed toward me, but Selina intercepted her with a smug smile. She was clearly enjoying the show. "That's Vivian," Emily whispered wi