Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 72

As night fell, the pack prepared to move out. Aurora stood near the edge of the camp, watching as the warriors gathered in small groups. Her chest tightened as she caught sight of Cassian, his expression hard and focused as he checked his weapons. He glanced up and saw her, his gaze softening. "You're worried."

"Of course I am," she said, stepping closer. "You're walking into a trap."

Cassian reached out, brushing his hand lightly against her arm. "It's a risk we have to take."

Aurora hesitated, her throat tightening. "Just... promise me you'll come back."

His gaze held hers, the weight of her words sinking in. "I promise."

Before she could respond, Nathan called out, signaling that it was time to leave. Cassian gave her a final, lingering look before turning and joining the others.

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grueling, the terrain growing steeper and more treacherous with every mile. The wolves moved

despite the harsh conditions. Nathan shot them a glance, his expression

your deal, anyway?"

Anica smirked. "My deal?"

nowhere with all this knowledge about

widened.

but

against the dark sky. Cassian motioned for the group to stop, his gaze scanning the structure for any sign

"We'll split into two groups. Nathan, take your team and create a diversion near the east. I'll lead the rest through the southern entrance." Nathan nodded, his

wall, their steps silent as they approached the weak point. The air grew colder, the shadows deeper as they slipped through the narrow opening in the defenses.

group to stop. His heart

the darkness, a massive Lycan emerged, its

a trap," Anica said calmly, their tone

the Lycan lunged toward them, its claws gleaming in the dim light. "Defensive positions!"