Ethan and Eleanor were lying together on her sofa. They had watched movie after movie until Eleanor had fallen asleep. Ethan had carefully laid down with her so he could face the door. His wolf, Loki, had insisted they be where they could watch the door to protect her from anyone who might enter. That had made Ethan smile. From their first meeting, Loki had demanded the right to protect Eleanor. Never once had his wolf insisted on them protecting their former mate, Gwen. Loki had even wished bad things would happen to her occasionally until they severed their bond.
The sun was beginning to shine into the house as it peeked over the horizon. Ethan was happy to lie on the couch all day with Eleanor and watch her sleep contentedly. He pushed her chestnut locks away from her face. Her porcela
