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.

urgent. "It's possible someone is trying to get into the central grounds." Aurora's breath caught. "Do you

I need you to stay here

her hand instinctively

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

reached out, her voice trembling. "Cassian... thank

don't have to thank me," he said. "You're part of this pack now. And I protect my

watched him leave, her chest tight with a mix

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

growled under his

his side, his expression tense.

his jaw clenched.

as she watched the dim light flicker through the window. She could almost see

moved to the blade at her side, her heart pounding with anticipation. But as she approached

out of the shadows, its eyes glowing with menace as it blocked her path. Arianna cursed under her breath, her