Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

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Selene stood in the center of the nursery, her arms outstretched as a shimmering ward pulsed around her and Aurora's daughter. The Lycan King loomed at the threshold, his dark energy coiling and pressing against the protective barrier like an ominous tide. "Do you truly think this fragile magic will stop me?" the Lycan King growled, his voice like thunder. "Surrender the child, and I might let you live long enough to see my reign."

Selene's jaw clenched as sweat beaded on her brow. "You'll have to kill me first," she said, her voice steady despite the mounting pressure.

The Lycan King raised his hand, sending a wave of shadow energy crashing against the ward. Selene staggered but held firm, drawing on every ounce of her knowledge and connection to the Pact. Behind her, the baby's cries grew louder, filling the air with a sound that resonated like a heartbeat.

her own failing

their blades clashed. Arianna's movements were erratic, her injuries from their previous fight slowing her down, but her fury made

her forever," Arianna hissed, lunging at Cassian. "The King will

her blow and countered with a powerful strike, sending her stumbling back. "You don't know what it means to protect someone you love," he

a flurry of attacks, finally disarming Arianna and driving her to her knees. She glared up at him, her eyes burning with defiance even

the Lycan King advanced another step, his dark energy tearing at Selene's ward. The room trembled as the barrier began to crack.

moment, a burst of light filled the room as Aurora appeared at the entrance, her