Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

108

The group emerged into a clearing unlike anything they had ever seen. At the center lay a crystalline lake, its surface glowing with an otherworldly light. The water seemed to ripple in time with an unseen pulse, radiating life and power. Aurora's breath hitched as she stepped closer. The Pact's energy surged within her, resonating with the lake as though recognizing her presence.

"This is it," Anica whispered, their voice filled with awe. "The heart of the Pact."

As Aurora approached the water's edge, tendrils of glowing liquid rose from the lake, reaching toward her like sentient beings. She extended her hand, the energy wrapping around her fingers with a warmth that was both soothing and overwhelming. Cassian stayed close, his eyes darting around the clearing. "We're not alone."

air shifted as Selene stepped out of the shadows, her expression grim. "You made it," she said, her

are you here?" Cassian demanded, his blade at the

ignored him, her gaze locked on Aurora. "The Pact is alive. It's aware. And it knows

voice steady despite the unease curling

King's corruption, the Pact requires a sacrifice. Something connected to

heart sank as realization dawned. "You mean

child,"

front of

towering form silhouetted against the glowing water. Shadow beasts flanked him, their