Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 48

The days after the attack passed in a haze for Aurora. She stayed in the healer's quarters, her body weak and her mind heavy with grief. The twins were gone, and her mother's absence was a constant ache. The world outside moved on-wolves rebuilding, fortifying the pack-but for Aurora, time seemed to stand still.

Cassian visited her every day, his presence steady but quiet. He didn't try to fill the silence with platitudes, nor did he push her to talk. Instead, he sat by her side, his hand resting lightly over hers, grounding her in the midst of her sorrow.

"You don't have to keep coming," Aurora said softly one afternoon, her voice hoarse.

Cassian met her gaze, his expression unreadable. "I'm not going anywhere."

with unshed tears. She didn't know how to tell him that his presence was both a comfort and a reminder of everything she'd lost. Outside, the pack worked tirelessly to repair the southern barrier and strengthen their defenses. Nathan

wolves. "Fenrir knows we're vulnerable, and he'll strike again the moment he sees an opportunity."

shot him a look. "We're aware of

standing, this pack is holding on

could respond, Cassian approached, his presence commanding

his voice cold. "We're not here to argue. We're

raised an eyebrow but said

"Double the patrols on the northern and southern borders.