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."

"But she's still grieving. If Magnus becomes a threat to

didn't let him finish. "He won't get

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she found herself wandering through the central grounds. The wolves she

younger wolves were practicing under Iris's guidance. Iris waved her

you could use some fresh air,"

faint smile. "Something like

polished and worn from use. "Want to join

The weight of

began to settle over her. Her movements

with a grin. "You just need

her mother and the twins. But as she continued the drills, a

heavy with exhaustion. He found Aurora near the fire in the main hall, her expression thoughtful as she stared into

up," he said,

sleep," she admitted.

on the fire. "The pack's worried. They know Magnus is