Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 50

The moonlight cast an eerie glow over the forest as Cassian stood watch on the northern perimeter. The scent of pine and damp earth surrounded him, but his focus was entirely on the darkness beyond the trees. Nathan approached quietly, his wolf form shifting back as

he stepped out of the shadows.

"No movement so far," Nathan reported, his tone low. "The scouts confirm that Magnus's forces are still gathering at the mountain pass."

Cassian nodded, his jaw tight. "That doesn't mean we can let our guard down. They're waiting for something or someone."

Nathan frowned. "You think Fenrir's planning another attack?"

"Not just an attack," Cassian replied. "He wants to break us. And if Magnus is involved, it won't be subtle."

Nathan hesitated, then said, "Aurora's been asking questions about Magnus. About the kind of power he has."

Cassian's expression darkened. "She doesn't need to worry about him. That's my job."

stronger than you think," Nathan said. "But she's still grieving. If Magnus

finish. "He won't get

***

quiet of the healer's quarters felt suffocating, and she found herself wandering through the central grounds. The wolves she passed nodded respectfully, though their expressions were

reached the training grounds, where a few younger wolves were practicing under Iris's guidance. Iris waved her over, her smile bright despite the tension in

you could use some fresh air,"

a faint smile. "Something

wood polished and worn from use. "Want to join us? It might help clear your

the staff. The weight of it in her

clarity began to settle over

a grin. "You just need to trust

part since the loss of her mother and the twins. But as she continued the drills,

returned to the camp, his presence heavy with exhaustion. He found Aurora near the fire in the main

up," he

sleep," she admitted. "Too much on my

know Magnus is out there, and they know Fenrir isn't done with