Luna Aurora novel (Alpha Fenrir)

The tension in the camp can be felt the following morning. The scouts had confirmed Magnus's forces were inching closer, their numbers swelling with rogues and Lycans. Cassian called for an emergency strategy meeting in the war room, his senior wolves gathering around the table.

Aurora hovered by the door, her fingers curling around the edge of the frame. She wasn't part of these discussions, but her proximity to Cassian had made her privy to more than a few secrets.

"They've moved into position near the eastern ridge," Nathan reported. "It's the closest they've come without crossing into our territory."

"They're daring us to strike first," Gideon said. "If we take the bait, we'll lose the advantage."

Cassian's gaze was sharp as he studied the map. "They're waiting for something. Reinforcements? Orders? Either way, we don't have the luxury of waiting to find out."

Nathan frowned. "You're suggesting a preemptive strike?"

Cassian's jaw tightened. "Not yet. We gather intelligence first. If we move too soon, we risk exposing our weaknesses."

Gideon leaned forward, his tone clipped. "And if we wait too long, Magnus will bring the fight to us on his terms."noveldrama

"We'll be ready," Cassian said firmly.

Aurora slipped away before the meeting ended, her thoughts swirling. The wolves' resolve was admirable, but the shadow of Magnus loomed larger with every passing day.

She found Iris in the healer's quarters, sorting supplies with quick, efficient movements.

"How bad is it?" Aurora asked as she stepped inside.

Iris glanced up, her expression grim. "Bad. The Lycans are enough to turn the tide, and Magnus knows it."

Aurora swallowed hard. "What can we do?"

Iris paused, then said, "We prepare for the worst and hope for the best. Cassian won't let this pack fall without a fight."

Aurora nodded, though her chest tightened with worry.