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

him finish. "He won't get

***

Aurora was restless. The quiet of the healer's quarters felt suffocating, and she found herself wandering through the

wolves were practicing under Iris's guidance.

like you could use some fresh

faint smile. "Something

her a staff, the wood polished and worn from use. "Want to join us? It might help clear your

the staff. The weight of it in her

under Iris's watchful eye, a sense of clarity began to settle over her. Her movements were clumsy at first, but Iris's encouragement kept

with a grin.

at the words. Trusting herself had been the hardest part since the loss of her mother and the twins.

his presence heavy with exhaustion. He found Aurora near the fire

still up," he said, sitting beside

sleep," she admitted. "Too

fixed on the fire. "The pack's worried. They know Magnus is out there, and