Luna Aurora novel (Alpha Fenrir) novel Chapter 86

Nathan’s words hung in the air like a fragile promise, but the unease in the camp was palpable. Some wolves nodded in quiet agreement, their gazes steady, while others exchanged uncertain glances. The losses from the previous battle had left scars deeper than physical wounds, and Aurora could feel the weight of their doubt pressing against her chest.

As the crowd dispersed, she caught snippets of conversation.

“She’s strong, but is it enough?”

“She brought the Lycan King here. She’s tied to all of this.”

Aurora clenched her fists, the whispers stinging more than she wanted to admit.

Back at the central tent, Cassian sat propped against a makeshift bed, his injuries still limiting his movement. Anica stood nearby, their arms crossed as they watched Aurora pace restlessly.

“They’re questioning me,” Aurora said, her voice tight. “I can feel it.”

“They’re questioning everything,” Anica replied. “It’s what happens when fear takes root.”

Cassian gestured for Aurora to sit, his expression calm but firm. “They’ll follow you if you give them a reason to. Right now, they’re scared. They need to see you as their leader.”

“I didn’t ask to lead them,” Aurora muttered, but she sank into the chair beside him anyway.

Cassian leaned forward slightly, his wince barely concealed. “It doesn’t matter. You’re the one who can stop the Lycan King. Whether you like it or not, they’re looking to you.”

Aurora met his gaze, the determination in his eyes steadying her. “Then I’ll prove to them I’m worthy of their trust.”

The following morning, Aurora stood before the pack as they gathered near the training grounds. The sun cast long shadows over the group, highlighting the tension in their expressions.

“I know you’re afraid,” she began, her voice carrying over the murmurs. “I am too. But fear doesn’t mean we’ve lost. It means we still have something worth fighting for.”

Her glowing eyes swept over the crowd, their faint light a reminder of the Celestial Pact’s power. “The Lycan King wants us divided. He wants us to doubt each other. But we’re stronger together. And I promise you, I won’t stop fighting until this is over.”