Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

95

The forest had begun to feel less hostile as Aurora, Cassian, and their group returned to the pack's borders. The oppressive weight of the Lycan King's presence had lifted, leaving a faint, uneasy calm in its place. Aurora moved cautiously, her steps deliberate as her body

ached from the strain of channeling the Celestial Pact.

The pack gathered at the gates as they arrived, their gazes a mix of concern and hope. Whispers rippled through the crowd, and relief flickered in their eyes as they saw their leaders return alive.

Nathan stepped forward, addressing the wolves in a clear, steady voice. "The fissures have been closed. The Lycan King's hold on them is broken-for now."

tentative but growing as the pack began to believe in the promise

to their usual golden hue. Cassian moved to her side, his

should say something," he said gently, his

pressing against her. She nodded, stepping forward to face the

back, and we need to be ready. For now, rest. Recover. We'll face him together when the time comes." The pack responded with howls

into a tentative rhythm. Wolves repaired structures damaged during the attacks, hunters brought in game, and the injured began

time assisting wherever she could, her presence a quiet reassurance to those around her. But Cassian noticed the strain in her movements, the way her shoulders tightened when she thought no one was watching.

shook her head, her gaze fixed on the horizon. "I can't.

grounding. "You've done enough for now. Let others take over. You're