Luna Aurora (Alpha Fenrir)

Chapter

274

The clearing was eerily quiet, the trees standing sentinel as Elyra, Dain, and Matthew emerged from the dense forest. The pull of the portal was stronger here, a hum that seemed to vibrate in Elyra's chest. She glanced at Dain, whose expression mirrored her unease. "This is it," Elyra whispered, her voice barely audible over the thrumming energy.

Before they could take another step, the shadows around them erupted into chaos. Jason stepped into the clearing, flanked by shadow beasts whose forms twisted and writhed unnaturally. His red eyes locked onto Elyra, and a sinister grin spread across his face. "You can't run anymore," Jason growled. "This ends here."

injuries, gripped his axe with both hands and stepped between Elyra and the advancing

turned to her, his face fierce but soft with affection. "It's my turn to protect you, Elyra.

closed in. Matthew swung his axe with precision, his movements slower but no less determined. Each strike took down a beast, but more replaced them, their claws slashing and their teeth gnashing. Jason watched, his lips curling into a sneer. "Your hero won't save you, Elyra.

but Dain's grip tightened. "We have to go," he said, his voice trembling

screamed, tears streaming down her

growled, dragging her away. "He's buying us