Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 93

The forest grew darker and quieter the closer they got to the Lycan King's staging ground. Aurora moved at the front of the group, her blade glowing faintly with the energy of the Celestial Pact. Behind her, Cassian, Nathan, and a handful of trusted wolves followed, their steps silent as they navigated the treacherous terrain. "Keep sharp," Nathan murmured, his voice barely audible. "We're deep in his territory now."

Aurora nodded, her senses attuned to every sound and movement. The bond to the Pact pulsed faintly in her chest, its warmth both a comfort and a warning. She could feel the weight of the energy around them, oppressive and unnatural, like a storm waiting to break. Cassian moved closer, his voice low. "How are you holding up?"

"I'm fine," Aurora replied, though her hands trembled slightly around the hilt of her blade.

Cassian didn't look convinced, but he didn't press her. "Just remember, we're here for each other. You're not doing this alone."

reveal a jagged cliff face. At its base was the largest fissure they had seen yet,

said, their golden eyes narrowing.

at the fissure. The energy radiating

area, his expression grim. "He's not here. This feels

a trap," Cassian said,

tightened her grip on her blade. "Then

group moved into position, fanning out around the clearing. Nathan and Anica took the lead, drawing the attention of the shadow beasts with swift, coordinated strikes. The

any beast that got too close. The energy of the Celestial Pact surged

the chaos.