Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

The predawn light filtered through the forest, casting long shadows over the dense underbrush. Fenrir crouched near a rocky outcrop, his trackers fanned out behind him. The tension in the air was palpable, every wolf in his group poised for action. Nathan approached, his steps careful, his expression unreadable. "The scouts report heavy patrols along Cassian's borders," he said quietly. "They're prepared for us."

Fenrir's lips curled into a grim smile. "Of course, they are. Cassian's no fool."

Nathan hesitated. "We're outnumbered, Alpha. His pack won't hesitate to defend their territory."

"I didn't come here to fight his pack," Fenrir growled. "I came for Aurora. And I'll get her back."

Nathan's eyes flickered with doubt, but he nodded. "We'll follow your lead."

faint glimmers of light marking Cassian's central grounds. "Stay sharp. We move when the sun

for any sign of movement. Nathan, Cassian's trusted Beta, joined him, his expression tense. "Fenrir's group hasn't crossed yet, but they're close. The scouts spotted them less than

for the right moment.

"And if he does

Cassian said firmly. "Fenrir has no claim here-not on this

toward the cottages on the far side of the grounds. "Have you spoken

softened for a moment before hardening again. "She knows the situation. She's staying inside, where it's