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Leonard's point of view
I overheard Alex proclaiming Lucy as his mate, causing me to halt in my tracks. Mate? Could that be the reason why I couldn't establish a connection with Lucy? Is she Alex's second chance mate?
These thoughts consumed me as I gazed at Alex making his way to Lucy, who lay on the ground, weakened and injured. The brisk wind carried dirt with it, and though I should have closed my eyes to shield them, my focus remained fixed on Alex.
My mind wasn't on the wind or the ongoing clash between the Rogues and the three werewolves from the Black Knight pack. Instead, my thoughts were solely on Alex. Why Alex of all people? There were other male Rogues who had faced tragic losses or rejection from their mates. Yet, the moon goddess chose Alex, making Lu
