Name: xLokia
Story Title: Far From Over
Chapter Title: Nerthus?
Rating: T
Pairing(s): Loki/Mayura, Narugami/Majutsu
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Majutsu smiled and bowed to the Norns. "I didn't think you would remember me, my friends," she said.
The three Norns held out their bells as Majutsu lifted hers. "We never forget a fellow sister, no matter how different from us she might be," Verdandi said. "What is your mission here?"
"I wasn't sent by Odin, if that's what you think," Majutsu said, rolling her eyes slightly as she gestured for Skuld to put away her weapon. "Honestly, you know he's going to end up with Mayura. You might as well not try, my dear."
Verdandi's eyes narrowed. "Is that what you have foreseen with this…human form you have taken?"
"I'll admit that I was rightfully surprised when I came down from Asgard. Honestly, I was expecting to be just like a human! But I can shift my forms at will, unlike Thor, who I honestly don't even know why the hell he stayed, but ah well." Majutsu shrugged nonchalantly.
"Do any of the others know who you are?" Urd asked, peering at her bell before looking back up at their honored guest.
"Not at all, my dear Norns. I have been taken in by Miss Daidouji, as one of her best friends. As was my intention. The snake suspects nothing and neither does the Trickster God. However, I will have to be careful around the wolf. A little dog phobia will do the trick." Majutsu mused to herself.
"And why did you call us?" Skuld asked. "Do not mistake the tone I have asked in for we are happy to see you no matter what, my different sister. However, what can we do for you?"
"For starters, you can not rat me out to Loki," Majutsu said. "He's going to speak with you all, later tonight. Or at least, Verdandi. He's going to ask about my human form, so I would really appreciate it if my secret was kept mum. For now."
Skuld smiled slightly at Majutsu, who looked over at her suspiciously. "Whatever is the matter, Skuld? You're looking at me like a cat who got the cream."
"Peace shall reign over Midgard, while thunder storms behind. Laughing and joking around, two key players will fall entangled, while peace and chaos become one." Skuld said.
Majutsu semi-glared at her. "And let me guess with this little prophecy: You're not going to tell me what the hell it means."
"Even I do not know what it means, dear different sister. I just recite them."
"Skuld you little-"
"Nevertheless," Verdandi cut in, staring at her sister before Skuld backed down with a slightly apologetic look on her face. "The prophecy you have been given should have some meaning to you. If you figure it out, do let us know. In the mean time, your secret is safe with us."
Majutsu nodded, her amber eyes glowing in the darkness. "What form have you taken, my sister?" Urd questioned the goddess.
"Long green hair and gray eyes is what I was given when I came down to Midgard." Majutsu answered.
"Surely there is something you have that ensures you still have power?" Verdandi asked.
Majutsu nodded. "My glasses. I only wear them in my human form, though I forgot to wear them today. When I am in Goddess form, they change into my ring." She said, flashing it off for the Norns to see.
"Why not keep it that way all the time?" Skuld questioned.
Majutsu shrugged. "When I came down here, I wasn't given much of a choice."
"Is Odin planning something…?" Urd asked.
Majutsu was quiet for a moment. "He's interested in Midgard. And why so many of the Gods and Goddesses are staying here. Eventually, he will come down himself. And Loki is his number one priority."
"Who did you hear this from?" Verdandi asked.
"My brother, Njord, was speaking with Odin. He relayed the information over to me, and in turn, I decided to come down here to Midgard. After all, I've always been comfortable around humans. If Odin comes down from Asgard, we are going to be in a lot of shit." Majutsu said.
"He has sensed us. He is coming." Skuld said quietly.
"Quickly, Nerthus. You must leave." Majutsu nodded and shifted back into her human form. Adjusting the glasses on her face, she gave the Norns a wave.
"By the way, sisters," Majutsu said, pulling out three things and tossing them to each Norn. "Consider that a little thing to sweeten the deal."
"Nerthus! Golden apples? But how?" Verdandi asked, stumbling over her words.
"Iounn owed me," Majutsu said, grinning at the Norns. "And I told her that I would come and bring some life to the other trees she wanted apples on when I got back. Here's a fourth. Give that to Loki, and tell him it's a present."
The Norns watched the green haired girl run off into the trees, before they looked at the glowing apples in their hands.
"Do we dare sisters?" Urd asked.
"We trust our sister, Nerthus, Urd," Verdandi said sharply. "She would not betray us."
"And Iounn always loved it when we came to visit her," Skuld said.
The Norns shrugged and eat took a bite out of the apples. They managed to finish them by the time Loki found them. This time, he was in his adult form.
"I didn't expect to see you ladies in a park at dusk," Loki said, crossing his arms.
"Lovely to see you too, Master Loki," Verdandi said. "I expect you have come for something?"
Loki's face hardened. "Yes, I have. Mayura has found a new friend at school who just moved here. The same thing happened with Narukami and Frey. I want to know who this girl is."
Verdandi nodded to the Trickster God. "We have foreseen your arrival, Master Loki. We can assure you that this girl is just a human who means no harm."
Loki's face softened and he nodded, happier now. "Good. Who knows how many more Gods or Goddesses we're going to have to deal with." He murmured, shaking his head.
He turned his back and started to walk away. "Catch, Master Loki," Verdandi said, throwing the fourth apple at him.
Loki spun around and caught it, nearly dropping the thing in surprise. "How did you get this from Iounn!" Loki demanded harshly.
Verdandi grinned. "A friend got them for us. A trusted friend, mind you Master Loki. Our friend said that Iounn owned a favor, and our friend promised something in return. Just enjoy it, alright?"
Loki nodded, turning back around and melting into the darkness. The Norns looked at each other before nodding. "Skuld," Urd asked. "Your prophecy? Are you sure that…?"
Skuld nodded. "Quite sure. I know the future is always changing, but this is set in stone."
Verdandi nodded. "Well then. We'll have to be ready. For the prophecy and for the coming of Odin."
The three Norns pulled out their bells. They sounded them once, then disappeared into the night.
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Majutsu sighed and wondered just how she was going to get a place to stay. She knew where Heimdall and Frey were, but honestly, she didn't want her secret getting out. Not to mention that she could always go house hunting tomorrow.
She sighed tiredly and morphed down into a gray kitten with green eyes. She hopped up Mayura's window and onto the girl's desk. Mayura jumped awake from her spot of leaning over the desk before she noticed the little cat.
"Ooh you poor thing, are you hungry?" Mayura asked, scratching the cat behind the ears.
Actually, I'm knackered, but I could go for some food really badly. Dammit, am I going to have to be a part timer like Thor? I sure hope not. That's his forte, not mine.
One can of a tuna and a small bath later, Mayura hopped into bed and the little cat followed suit. Using her paws, Majutsu smoothed out her hair on her back, hoping it didn't stick up when she went to school the next day.
When the entire house was silent, the cat crept into the kitchen and shifted back into human form. She grabbed some onigiri from the fridge and munched on that, before shifting back and taking her place on Mayura's bed. She started to make a mental list of things she didn't to get done, before sleep claimed her and she purred her happiness to Mayura's comforter.
Jolted awake by Mayura rolling out of her bed for the morning, the little cat stretched and clawed at the blanket happily when Mayura patted her head. "Time to get up little neko," Mayura cooed to the animal and headed off to get a quick shower in.
Majutsu jumped off the bed and out Mayura's window, taking her human form in the safety of some trees. She adjusted her glasses before jumping down, leaning against a tree while she waited for Mayura to get ready.
When she was sure Mayura was almost done, Majutsu made her way to the front of the temple before knocking. Her father answered the door, and he seemed happy that it was a girl Mayura's age, instead of that evil detective or any of his henchmen. Majutsu withheld a smile and Mayura joined her on the walk to school.
"Don't mind Papa," Mayura said, laughing slightly. "He's not a big fan of Loki or Yamino. And he's always talking about some floating marshmallow thing or something. I really have no clue."
So her father can see Ecchan? And Mayura can't? Oh no, this just won't do. I'll have to see if I can make her see…so to speak.
"I don't mind at all, Mayura," Majutsu said happily. "After all, he kinda reminds me of my parents. After all, parents tend to care a little bit too much sometimes. Know what I mean?"
Mayura nodded. "Yeah I get what your saying. Though I really don't know why my father doesn't approve or anything. It's just a little detective work."
Yup. Definitely giving her some sight now.
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"Are you still worried, Master Loki?" Yamino asked, setting the tea he had prepared on his desk.
"I trust the Norns," the older Loki said, sitting down with a sigh. "But they've been known to tell you only what you wanted to know at the current time. So if this Majutsu has any abilities that I think she might have, they wouldn't have told me that unless I had specifically requested it."
"Would you like me to test her if she comes by again? I'm sure I could think of something."
"Test who what now? Hey Daddy!" Fenrir said, jumping up in Loki's lap happily.
"Maybe you didn't get to meet Majutsu yesterday. She's one of Mayura's new friends." Loki said, smiling at his son.
"I'll be able to sniff for any weirdness, Daddy. Trust me and my nose." Fenrir said happily.
Loki nodded and patted the dog on his head. "I know Fenrir. You'll do me proud, no doubt."
Narugami casually strolled in and grabbed one of the sandwiches Yamino had placed on Loki's desk. "See you after school," he said, waltzing out the door.
Yamino and Loki stared after him, an awed look on their faces. "Yamino, he didn't immediately eat that sandwich," Loki started.
Yamino grinned and raised an eyebrow. "I believe I know who that sandwich is for, Master Loki. Remember yesterday?"
"Hmm…yeah! Majutsu gave him one of hers. Well, in reality, she smacked him in the face with it, but still."
"Gonna tease him mercilessly, oh Trickster God?"
"Yamino, you know me too well."
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Okay…next time, stockpile some stuff for breakfast. I'm starved!
Majutsu looked up at Thor walked into the classroom, taking his seat in front of her. He turned around and dropped the sandwich that he had taken from Loki's on her desk.
"Oh…what's this Narugami?" She asked, picking up the sandwich and looking at it.
It smelled distinctly like Yamino and Loki, so she figured that Thor went over there first before coming to the school.
"It's for yesterday, since you gave me your sandwich, I thought I'd pay you back." Narugami whirled around in his seat, and Majutsu put a hand on his shoulder, causing him to look back at her.
She smiled at him happily. "Thank you, Narugami. I didn't eat any breakfast either, so I think you just saved my life."
Narugami grinned slightly and faced the front, oddly missing the pressure of her hand when it was gone from his shoulder. When class started, Majutsu found herself staring out of the window.
She turned her attention to the papers when the teacher had passed them out, but instead, she made a check list of things to do. Number one, get a house. Number two, get Mayura some sight. Number three, make an effective performance when Loki sends out the wolf.
Majutsu thought a bit before putting down another. Number four, find the right time to tell the others that I've been lying to them all along. She folded up the note and put it in her pocket. She peered up at the clock and sighed. When would school let out?
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Around lunchtime, Majutsu wanted to take a walk around the school property, and she told Mayura that she didn't have to wait for her. Actually, Majutsu insisted. She was looking for a hidden spot that went off the property so she could get some food, and get back.
"Looking for something?" Someone asked from behind her.
Majutsu jumped and turned around, grinning slightly as she rubbed the back of her neck. "Well, I did have a specific thing in mind when I went walking. Why do you ask Narugami?"
"Well, I did the same thing that you're thinking of doing right now. Leaving school, and just thinking about not coming back."
To Narugami's surprise, Majutsu just started laughing. "Oh, Narugami, it's not like that at all! I was just looking for a place to hop the fence so I could go and get some food. I forgot my lunch, you see."
Narugami's face softened as he heard she just wanted food. He thought she wanted to run away from everything! He supposed that was him once upon a time, but come on. He was a God, so he didn't have the choice of running away from things.
"Well…come on over here then. You can share my bento with me." Narugami said, gesturing to a stone bench.
Majutsu waved her hands at Narugami. "No no. That's your food. I'll be back in a flash anyway."
Narugami reached over and took her hand, pulling her to the bench. "It's fine," he said, sitting down. He pulled her down to sit with him and opened up the bento. "Pick what you want."
Majutsu grimaced. This was Narugami's food, not hers. And if he was the Thor she remembered, then he would be eating all of it. Not sharing with her. She took a look at the boy's face, and he appeared to be genuine. She grabbed a rice ball from the bento and munched on it, declining anymore.
"This is the only thing I'll eat of yours, Narugami," she said when she had finished it.
But God's be damned, I'm still hungry!
Narugami ate the rest of the food, reluctantly, but he did toss one more rice ball her way. "So, tell me about yourself Majutsu. How did you get to Loki's house so quickly anyway?"
Majutsu finished the rice ball and smiled. "Mayura dragged me there. My parents are gone right now, you see, so I would've just gone home to an empty house. Mayura insisted I go there, so that's what I did."
"Hm. Sounds just like the girl. She gets along with Loki and Yamino well, Fenrir too."
"Who's Fenrir?" Majutsu asked, expertly feigning ignorance. Somebody put me on a stage.
"Loki's dog. Mayura found him, but her dad didn't want him in the house. So she brought him to Loki's place. Personally the dog is a little annoying to me, but he is like part of our-what's wrong?"
While Narugami was talking, Majutsu steeled her face into one of fear. Fear she then tried to hide, but she expected Thor to be keyed in on what she felt. And she has nailed the bulls eye.
"I just…I had a bad accident with a dog when I was younger. Ever since then I…I just can't be around any dogs." Majutsu said quietly. "They just…paralyze me with fear. I'm sorry."
"Why are you apologizing? It wasn't your fault the dog attacked you when you were younger, if that's what happened. Besides, I'll make sure that Loki knows to keep Fenrir away from you."
Majutsu smiled at Narugami. "Thank you. That's very kind."
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Done with the second chapter. Thanks to my reviewers, favoriters, alerters, etc. Hope you liked this chapter, and I'll update again soon!
xLokia