Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

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The forest seemed to close in around them, its once-familiar paths now labyrinthine and foreboding. Elyra and Dain moved cautiously, their senses on high alert. Matthew's condition had stabilized, but his unconscious form weighed heavily on them both-physically and

emotionally.

As they crossed a narrow stream, a rustle in the underbrush made Elyra freeze. Dain was beside her in an instant, his hand gripping her arm. "We're not alone," he whispered.

the shadows, his once-boyish face now sharpened and menacing. His red-tinged eyes glowed faintly in the dim

said, his voice a chilling mix of familiarity and malice. "You

Elyra began, stepping forward despite Dain's protective grip. "You don't have to do this. Whatever she's done to you, you can fight

the sound sending shivers down her spine. "Do you think I care about her?

voice low and dangerous.

intervene as Jason pinned Dain to the ground, his claws grazing Dain's neck. "You think you can protect her?" Jason hissed. "She deserves someone stronger." Summoning her courage, Elyra grabbed a fallen branch and struck Jason across the back. He snarled, turning his attention to her. "You should've stayed out of this," he growled, advancing on

bark. Jason slumped to the ground, dazed but not defeated. "This isn't over," he spat, his gaze locking on Elyra one last time before disappearing