Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter 266

Matthew's eyes followed Elyra and Dain as they sat near the fire, their conversation quiet but charged with something unspoken. He saw the way their shoulders brushed, how Dain's gaze lingered on Elyra's face longer than was necessary. It wasn't the first time he'd

noticed these moments, but tonight, it was too blatant to ignore.

When Dain stood to fetch more firewood, Matthew seized the opportunity. "Elyra," he said firmly, his voice low to avoid Dain overhearing. "We need to talk."

Elyra's brow furrowed as she set her plate aside. "What's wrong?"

Matthew leaned forward, his expression tense. "What's going on between you and Dain?"

Her breath caught, but she quickly masked her reaction. "Nothing's going on. He's my brother."

Matthew's expression darkened. "Don't lie to me, Elyra. I've watched you two grow up together, and I know what a sibling bond looks like. This isn't it."

she looked away, the guilt gnawing at her. "It's... complicated,"

could happen if anyone finds out? That Lycan King creature is already after

this, Matthew. Do you think

Dain has

his arm. His sharp gaze darted between them,

hard. "We were just

eyes narrowed. "Is that what you

now, when everything is falling apart,

snapped, his voice raw. "You both need to understand what's at stake. The Lycan King won't just come for you-he'll destroy anyone

never asked you to protect us, Matthew.

won't stand by while

you don't understand. We're not just anyone. We're..." She faltered, unable