Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 27

Cassian returned to the main hall just as the first reports from the patrols came in. Nathan met him at the entrance, his expression grim.

"Movement near the southern edge," Nathan said. "One of our scouts picked up the scent of an unfamiliar wolf. It's faint, but it's heading toward the central grounds." Cassian's eyes narrowed. "A distraction," he muttered. "Fenrir's wolves are keeping us busy while someone else moves in."

Nathan nodded. "We've already doubled the patrols in that area, but if they're targeting Aurora..."

"They won't get to her," Cassian said firmly. "Not while I'm here."

He left the hall without another word, his steps purposeful as he made his way to the cottage.

***

Aurora was standing by the window when Cassian arrived. His sudden appearance startled her, but the look on his face set her heart racing.

"What's wrong?" she asked.

steady but urgent. "It's possible someone is trying

But I need you to stay here and

instinctively

leave a guard outside," Cassian added, his gaze softening slightly. "You're safe here,

reached

to thank me," he said. "You're part of this pack now.

leave, her chest tight with a mix of gratitude and

stretching long across the ground. Cassian moved quickly, his senses sharp as he followed the faint scent trail toward the southern perimeter. When he reached the edge of the central grounds, he froze. The scent was stronger now, mingling with the faint

he growled under

his side, his expression tense. "She's here, isn't

jaw clenched. "Find her.

she watched the dim light flicker through the window. She could almost see Aurora's silhouette inside, moving nervously from one side of the room to the other. "Perfect," she whispered,

pounding with anticipation.

of the shadows, its eyes glowing with menace as it blocked her path.