Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

41

Later, in the war room, Cassian stood with Nathan and Gideon, his mind already focused on the next steps.

"They'll be back soon," Nathan said, gesturing to the map spread across the table. "And they won't come alone. Fenrir's gathering allies-packs that have lost faith in their leaders, rogues looking for power."

Cassian's jaw clenched. "We can't wait for them to make the first move. If Fenrir consolidates his forces, we'll be outnumbered before we can call for reinforcements."

Gideon leaned against the table, his sharp features shadowed in the dim light. "If you're thinking of striking first, you'd better think twice. Fenrir's not stupid. He'll be expecting it."

Nathan frowned. "We don't have the numbers for a prolonged fight, Alpha. Even with the defenses, we're vulnerable."

to hit him where it

it fails?" Gideon asked,

met his gaze. "It

calm her nerves. She had seen the exhaustion in Cassian's eyes,

slower than usual. The moonlight cast a soft glow on his features, highlighting the faint lines of worry etched into his face.

them stretching comfortably. Finally, he spoke.

like it's

replied. "Because I won't let Fenrir take anything else

at the determination in his voice. She wanted to believe him, but the weight of the past and the uncertainty of the future made it

me something," she said, her voice barely above a

looked at her, his expression serious.