Chapter 252
SONIA’S POV
The days leading up to the battle felt like an eternity and a blink all at once. The pack house buzzed with a mix of anxious energy and focused determination. Warriors sharpened their blades, the metallic sound ringing out over the courtyard.
Others reinforced the walls, their hands stained with the earthy scent of freshly packed stone and mortar. Yet the weight of uncertainty hung in
in the air, coiling around everyone like a living thing that refused to let go.
I stood in the center of the courtyard, watching the organized chaos unfold around me. My hand rested protectively over my swollen belly, the other gripping the edge of a railing for balance, I could feel the twins shifting restlessly, as if they too sensed the storm that was about to descend.
Nearby, Ramon’s deep voice cut through the noise as he spoke with the captains. His words were measured, his tone steady, but I knew him too well to miss the tension in his jaw or the way his fingers twitched at his side. He was carrying the weight of this war as much as I was, perhaps more.
“Luna” Ivy’s voice pulled me from my thoughts. She stood beside me, her gaze sharp and perceptive, always attuned to the smallest details. “The armor adjustments you requested are ready. Should I bring them here or to your chambers?
To my chambers,” I said, forcing my voice to remain steady. Thank you, Ivy”
She nodded but didn’t move. Her eyes ling
I hesitated
lingered on me, her concern evident. “Have you eaten!
“That’s what I thought,” she said with a small sigh. “I’ll have something brought to you. And don’t even think about refusing”
A faint smile rugged at my lips despite the heaviness in my chest. Thank you,” I said again, softer this time.
The war room was alive with quiet intensity when I entered. The large oak table at the center was dominated by a sprawling map of our territories, marked with routes, defensive lines, and points of attack Around it stood the Alphas of our allied packs- Jackie of Moonray, Cade of Silverpaw, Nathan Furclaw, Miriam of Greystone, and Daisy of Starshade.
Each Alpha brought a unique presence to the room Jackie’s sharp eyes scanned the map with a predator’s focus, while Miriam stood tall and composed, her silver hair catching the flickering candlelight. Nathan radiated calm strength, his measured demeanor grounding the room, and Daisy’s quict confidence was a steady reminder of her own pack’s resilience.
Ramon stood beside Cade and my other brothers, deep in discussion about the vulnerable eastern pass. My arrival shifted the focus momentarily. and the Alphas greeted me with nods and murmurs of acknowledgment.
“Luna,” Cade said, bowing slightly. “The northern and southern borders are reinforced. We’ve stationed additional scouts at each point.”
“Good” I said, stepping closer to the m
map. My fingers traced the lines of the marked borders, my mind racing with possibilities.
ethere, they could cut
Besa Blane cleared his throat, his tone cautious. “There’s one issue. The eastern pass, it’s vulnerable. If Lorena’s forces strike the off our supply routes.”
I frowned, studying the area he indicated. “What’s the status of
status of our defenses there!”
“Light” Cade admitted. “We reinforced the area as much as we could without weakening the main line, but if Lorena focuses her forces there-
“She will,” Jackie interrupted, her tone blunt. “She’s too calculated to leave any weaknesses unexplored.”
“She’s desperate,” Nathian countered, his voice calmn. “Desperate people make mistakes.”
“Desperation doesn’t make her less dangerous,” Miriam said, her voice laced with quiet wisdom. “It makes her unpredictable.”
Ramon nodded, his hands gripping the edge of the table. “That’s why we need to be ready for anything. This battle isn’t just about holding the line. it’s about ending her.“
The room fell silent as his words sank in. My gaze swept across the Alphas, their expressions a mix of determination and concern Jackie’s fierce resolve, Nathan’s steady calm, Miriam’s thoughtful planning. Daisy’s quiet strength, together, they embodied the unity we had worked so hard to
forge.
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Chapter 252
This alliance is the reason we stand a chance,” I said, breaking the silence. My voice was firm despite the ache in my back. “Lorena’s power lies in division. By coming together, we’ve already taken that power from her”
Jackie gave me a faint smile, the edges of her sharp demeanor softening. “I hope your confidence is contagious, Luna”
“It’s not confidence.” I replied, meeting her gaze. “It’s resolve.”
As the discussion resumed. I felt a sharp kick from one of the twins. 1 winced slightly, my hand pressing against my belly. Ramon’s gaze snapped to me instantly, his concem flickering across his face
“Are you okay?” he asked, his voice low and steady as he stepped closer.
“I’m fine,” I said, forcing a small smile. “Just a
ta reminder
that th
they’re impatient to meet the world.”
“They’ll meet it when it’s ready for them,” he said, his voice soft but resolute.
Nathan glanced over, his brow furrowing. “You’re far along. Luna. Are you sure you should be here?”
“I’m exactly where I need to be,” I said firmly, straightening my posture. “This is my pack, my family, and my fight. I wouldn’t be anywhere else.” Miriam nodded approvingly. “Your strength is remarkable, Luna, But don’t forget to take care of yourself too.”
“Don’t worry,” Ramon interjected, his tone laced with quiet protectiveness. “I won’t let her forget!
The plans solidified as the Alphas worked together, their strategies weaving into a cohesive defense. When the meeting concluded, they began to disperse, each returning to their warriors with renewed purpose.
Jackie lingered for a moment, her sharp gaze softening as she turned to me. “You’ve got guts, Sonia,” she said, her tone warm. “Not many would stand where you are now, especially in your condition.”
“Cuts or stubbornness,” I replied with a faint smile.
“Maybe both,” she said, clapping me on the shoulder. “Take care of yourself, Luna. We’ll see you on the battlefield”
That night, the nursery was quiet as I sat in the rocking chair, watching the soft glow of the moonlight spill across the room. The cribs were the blankets neatly folded, and the faint scent of lavender filled the air, a calm sanctuary awaiting the chaos of the days ahead
ready,
I rested a hand on my belly, feeling the twins shift again. “You’re not even here yet, I whispered, my voice trembling “And you’ve already changed everything.”
ne mine
The door opened softly, and Hamon stepped inside, his footsteps quiet as he crossed the room. He knelt beside me, his hand covering “They’ll be here soon,” he said, his voice filled with quiet awe.
I nodded, tears slipping down my checks. “I just want them to be safe”
“They will be,” he said firmly. Til make sure of it.”
As the inc
moon nor higher in the sky, we sat there together, surrounded by the quiet promise of the life we were fighting to protect.
A sharp knock broke the stillness, and Beta Blane voice called through the door, urgent and strained. “Alpha, Luna, the scouts are back. Lorena’s forces are closer than we thought, they’ll be at our gates in two days,”
