Luna Aurora novel (Alpha Fenrir) novel Chapter 35

The forest seemed alive with tension, every rustle of leaves and distant howl adding to the weight pressing on Cassian’s pack. Patrols moved in synchronized shifts, their sharp eyes scanning the borders. Despite the heightened defenses, Cassian knew the moment of confrontation was drawing closer.

In the central hall, Cassian stood with Nathan and two senior scouts. A map of the territory was spread out on the table, marked with red ink to denote Fenrir’s movements.

“They’ve split their forces,” Nathan said, pointing to the northern ridge. “Two groups are holding back, while a smaller team is probing the southern flank.”

Cassian frowned, his arms crossed. “Classic feint. He wants us to think the attack will come from the north, but the real push will be somewhere unexpected.”

“Or it’s a double bluff,” one of the scouts added. “He could hit us from both sides.”

Cassian’s jaw tightened. “We need to be ready for anything. Double the patrols along the central perimeter. Aurora’s safety is the priority.”

Nathan hesitated. “Do you think he’s coming for her… or for the children?”

The room fell silent.

“He’ll use any excuse to justify his actions,” Cassian said finally, his voice low. “But his pride is driving this. He sees Aurora as his possession, and he won’t stop until he gets her back.”

Nathan nodded, though the weight of Cassian’s words was evident on his face.

Aurora sat in the cottage, the faint murmurs of conversation from outside filtering through the walls. She could feel the tension in the air, her instincts screaming that something was coming.

Lila busied herself tidying the small space, but Aurora could see the worry etched into her features.

“You should rest,” Lila said gently, glancing at Aurora.

“I can’t,” Aurora replied, her voice tight. “Not while Fenrir’s out there.”

Lila sat beside her, placing a reassuring hand on her daughter’s arm. “You’re stronger than you think, Aurora. And you’re not alone. Cassian won’t let him take you.”

Aurora nodded, though her fears lingered. She placed a hand over her abdomen, feeling the faint stirrings of the twins. “I just want them to be safe,” she whispered.

“They will be,” Lila said firmly.

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At the northern border, Fenrir stood with his trackers, his piercing gaze fixed on the distant cottages. The faint glow of morning light reflected in his eyes, giving him an almost feral intensity.

“We’re close,” he murmured.

Nathan, his Beta, shifted uneasily beside him. “The patrols are stronger than we expected. If we push forward now, we risk a full-scale conflict.”

“Let them fight,” Fenrir growled. “Aurora belongs with me. Cassian has no right to keep her.”

Nathan hesitated. “And what about Arianna?”

Fenrir’s eyes darkened. “Arianna’s motives don’t concern me. Aurora is my Luna. I’ll deal with Arianna after I bring her back.”

The trackers exchanged uneasy glances but followed Fenrir’s lead as he moved deeper into the forest.

Cassian’s patrols detected the movement first. A sharp howl echoed through the trees, and within moments, the pack’s defenses were on high alert.

Cassian was already at the perimeter when the report came in.

“Fenrir’s group has split again,” a scout said, his breath coming fast. “They’re advancing from the west and north simultaneously.”

Cassian’s jaw clenched. “He’s testing us. Hold the line and watch for a third group. He’ll try to slip through the gaps.”

Nathan arrived moments later, his expression grim. “It’s starting, Alpha.”