Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 35

The forest seemed alive with tension, every rustle of leaves and distant howl adding to the weight pressing on Cassian's pack. Patrols moved in synchronized shifts, their sharp eyes scanning the borders. Despite the heightened defenses, Cassian knew the moment of confrontation was drawing closer.

In the central hall, Cassian stood with Nathan and two senior scouts. A map of the territory was spread out on the table, marked with red ink to denote Fenrir's movements.

"They've split their forces," Nathan said, pointing to the northern ridge. "Two groups are holding back, while a smaller team is probing the southern flank."

Cassian frowned, his arms crossed. "Classic feint. He wants us to think the attack will come from the north, but the real push will be somewhere unexpected."

"Or it's a double bluff," one of the scouts added. "He could hit us from both sides."

Cassian's jaw tightened. "We need to be ready for anything. Double the patrols along the central perimeter. Aurora's safety is the priority."

Nathan hesitated. "Do you think he's coming for her... or for the children?"

The room fell silent.

"He'll use any excuse to justify his actions," Cassian said finally, his voice low. "But his pride is driving this. He sees Aurora as his possession, and he won't stop until he gets her back." Nathan nodded, though the weight of Cassian's words was evident on his face.

Aurora sat in the cottage, the faint murmurs of conversation from outside filtering through the walls. She could feel the tension in the air, her instincts screaming that something was coming. Lila busied herself tidying the small space, but Aurora could see the worry etched into her features.

"You should rest," Lila said gently, glancing at Aurora.

"I can't," Aurora replied, her voice tight. "Not while Fenrir's out there."

Lila sat beside her, placing a reassuring hand on her daughter's arm. "You're stronger than you think, Aurora. And you're not alone. Cassian won't let him take you." Aurora nodded, though her fears lingered. She placed a hand over her abdomen, feeling the faint stirrings of the twins. "I just want them to be safe," she whispered. "They will be," Lila said firmly.

faint glow of morning light reflected in his eyes,

his Beta, shifted uneasily beside him. "The patrols are stronger than we expected. If we push forward now, we risk

fight," Fenrir growled. "Aurora belongs with me. Cassian has no right

"And what

me. Aurora is my Luna. I'll deal with Arianna after I

uneasy glances but followed Fenrir's lead as he moved

first. A sharp howl echoed through the

at the perimeter when the report came

a scout said, his breath coming fast. "They're advancing from

Hold the line and watch for a third group.

arrived moments later, his expression grim. "It's starting,

nodded. "Get everyone into position. This ends

anxiously, her hands trembling. The muffled sounds of activity outside told her the pack was mobilizing, but she felt helpless inside these

firm. "Aurora, you need to stay calm. The last thing the babies need is for you to stress

nodded, though her

door, his face pale. "Alpha Cassian sent me," he said quickly. "Fenrir's wolves are pushing

the guard replied. "It's fortified

a few belongings, her own movements brisk but composed. "We'll

clutching her shawl tightly as they stepped outside. The tension in the air was palpable, the

with Cassian's patrols. The clash of wolves echoed through the trees, but Fenrir's focus remained on the central grounds. "Send the second group

"If they see through

is too predictable. He'll protect his territory first and underestimate how

reluctantly, signaling to

central grounds, his senses sharp as he monitored the reports coming in from all sides. The wolves around him moved with precision, their loyalty to their Alpha unshakable. Nathan approached, his voice urgent. "We've spotted a smaller group breaking off near the western flank. They're heading toward the