Chapter 161 Aurora & Craig’s Plan

Aurora’s POV   I saw Craig lingering nearby, watching me with a mixture of admiration and something darker—desire, perhaps, or greed. I allowed myself a small, calculated smile. This was the moment I’d been preparing for. I needed allies, and Craig was the perfect one. His devotion was unwavering, and I was already planning how to harness that loyalty for my own ends.   He approached softly, his dark eyes shining with unspoken admiration. “Aurora,” he said quietly, voice husky. “You were incredible. You fought for Kieran like no one else. I’ve always known you had strength, I think that you would make a great Luna.”   I cut him off gently, placing a hand on his arm. “Thank you, Beta Craig,” I whispered, my voice warm but firm. “It means everything to hear that from you.” I looked into his eyes, seeing the flicker of admiration—trust, even. “We’re in this together now. The pack needs to see that we’re the ones who will lead them into the future.”   He nodded eagerly. “Whatever you decid