COHEN I stood in the shadows of the hallway as my warriors gathered and got ready to leave, but I wasn't paying attention to them. I watched Ellie as she carried a big bowl of popcorn into one of the living rooms and sat on the couch, placing the bowl between her and Sarah. They started talking and laughing and I hated it. I didn't like the way Ellie's features lit up for someone else. I didn't like that she was bonding with another person. I wanted her all to myself. I let loose a growl and stormed off down the hallway, heading for Lance and the waiting SUV. I didn't want to like Ellie, damnit. I didn't want to feel this overwhelming need to be near her. I didn't want this possessive obsession coursing through my veins. But the mating call was strong, Ellie was amazing, and

