Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

131

Aurora's eyelids fluttered open, the dim light of the infirmary making her wince. Every inch of her body ached, and her breaths came shallow and weak. The faint hum of the Celestial Pact's energy, once a constant presence, was barely discernible a whisper of what it

had been.

"Aurora."

The familiar voice brought her focus to Cassian, seated beside her bed. His face was pale, a fresh scar running from his temple to his cheekbone. His arm was tightly bandaged, and though his posture was strong, she could see the pain etched in his features. "You're awake," he said softly, his golden eyes studying her with a mixture of relief and worry.

"Cassian," she murmured, her voice hoarse. She tried to sit up, but the effort sent pain shooting through her body.

placing a hand on her shoulder to keep her still.

of voices outside the infirmary and the scent of herbal poultices grounding her in the present.

"The grove is gone. The Lycan King's

her chest like a stone. "I failed," she whispered, her silver eyes filling with tears. "The grove... the Pact... I've made

leaning closer. "You fought harder than anyone could have

and frustration swirling within her. "The Pact's connection-it feels weaker. I've lost it, Cassian. Without

me. We'll find another way.

as she met Anica's gaze.

clipped. "They've spotted movement near the mountains. A large force. We think the Lycan King is making his next move."

Anica replied. "He's consolidating his forces. If he strikes,

raced, but her weakened body protested as she tried to swing her legs over the side of the bed. Cassian caught