His eye flew open. He saw the world just as clearly as he did when the sleep was upon him. It was like there was no change.
"Odin? Darling?" His Queen was always by his side when he awoke from Odinsleep. This time was no exception even if it had been sudden. He turned and saw himself reflecting in her eyes. The shock and confusion was evident and he could not hide it. The door flew open, Sif stood there bowing, her fist upon her chest.
"My Queen, I must speak with you-" She stopped speaking abruptly when she lifted her head. "Allfather. When did you awaken from Odinsleep?" He stared at her for a moment before speaking for the first time.
"What is it? What has happened?"
"Thor has gone to see him, Loki, which you have forbidden." Sif replied as she knelt before him. Odin sighed clearly aggravated.
"Leave the Queen and I alone for the time being. We must remain in council with each other until we decide what action must be taken. Speak of this to no one. If anyone it to ask I remain in Odinsleep." Sif stood and bowed again.
"Yes, Allfather."