Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

74

The camp was unusually quiet the following morning, the air heavy with anticipation. The discovery at the western ruins had shaken the wolves, and though Cassian had yet to announce their next steps, the tension was palpable. Aurora walked briskly across the central clearing, her mind clouded with thoughts of the Lycan King's plans. Anica's words echoed in her head: No more fated mates. No more balance. Only power.

"Luna," Iris called out, snapping Aurora from her thoughts.

Aurora turned, managing a small smile as Iris jogged to her side.

"I thought you might want to join the patrol," Iris said, holding up a satchel of supplies. "It's the northern perimeter. Should be quiet."

A part of her wanted to retreat to the healer's quarters and lose herself in routine, but another

taking

steps quiet on the forest floor. Aurora trailed near the back of the group, her senses alert despite the calm. "Thinking too

soft laugh. "Is it

of the world lately," Iris

the horizon. "I just want to make sure we're ready.

done more than most would in your position," Iris said. "Don't forget

leading the patrol raised a hand, signaling for

it?"