Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 12

Cassian's gaze flicked between her and her mother, his eyes narrowing slightly as if assessing their sincerity. "Rogues are not easily trusted," he said after a moment. "You'll understand if I'm cautious."

"Of course," Aurora replied quickly. "We're willing to do whatever is necessary to prove we mean no harm."

Cassian studied her for another long moment before nodding. "You may stay for now, but understand that this is not a permanent arrangement. You will be expected to contribute to the pack and follow our rules. If you prove trustworthy, we can discuss a longer-term arrangement." Relief flooded through Aurora, and she inclined her head. "Thank you, Alpha."

expression softened slightly. "One more thing," he said, his tone firm but not unkind. "I would like to know your names. And... if there is anything you're hiding, now is the time to

her mother, who gave the faintest shake of her head. Gathering her composure, Aurora met Cassian's gaze. "I'm Aurora, and this is my mother, Lila. We've lost everything... but we have nothing

safety she hadn't experienced in months. His leadership was different measured, inclusive, and compassionate, unlike Fenrir's cold authority. It was a

cottage on the outskirts of the pack's main settlement. As they stepped inside, Aurora felt some of the tension in her chest ease. It wasn't home, but it was shelter. For now, that was

expression thoughtful. "He seems like a good man," Lila said quietly. "This pack... it's different.

weight of her secret pressed heavily on her, a reminder that starting over was never as