It was the eve of their final week in courtship. After that evening Odin would have a week to choose the next king of Asgard. Loki and Lisbet had spent the past month of courtship falling in love. Each night they would walk and discuss science and philosophy. Each morning they would sit together and watch the sunrise. This evening Loki was nervous. Odin's favoritism of Thor was something that he couldn't ignore. The closer it came to the final week the more fearful he became. He knew she was the one, the love of his life. But, he was also certain that this courtship was a formality and that in the end Thor would be chosen to wed Lisbet. The thought of Thor claiming her angered Loki. Thor had made it clear that he saw her as nothing but a prize that would be a symbol of his power if he became king.
Lisbet was watching Loki as they walked, he was lost in thought. They had just begun their walk and Lisbet could feel the eyes of her ladies in waiting. Once they turned into the small garden and were out of their sight Lisbet reached over and took Loki's hand. He entwined his fingers with her and gave her a small smile.
"Loki, what is on your mind?" Lisbet softly asked. Loki nervously chuckled.
"Princess do forgive me if I am being too bold." Loki began as they got deeper into the garden and out of earshot of the caretakers. "It has had me under a great deal of stress..."
"Loki?" Lisbet asked, playing with her hair nervously. Loki took a moment and looked around to make sure they were alone. Lisbet felt her heartbeat speed up. He finally locked eyes with her. She saw a fear in them that she had never seen before. The garden around them felt still as he took the moment to muster up his courage. Loki took her hands into his and fell to his knees in front of her.
"Lisbet let me make myself clear." He cut her off. "I have seen your mind and beauty grow and with each passing day. I find it harder and harder to suppress this admiration I have for you." He took a breath as he exclaimed his feelings and kissed her hands. "I see your eyes linger on me, in the same way, mine linger on yours and I can no longer bear it. Soon you will be betrothed to the King of Asgard and I fear that it won't be me." Lisbet pulled a hand away and cupped Loki's face. Her eyes were full of love, a smile spread across her lips.
"Loki. I have pondered on my feelings for you. I would be deceiving myself if I did not admit that I can tell, Odin is grooming me to be Thor's bride." They were both quiet for a long moment. Loki bit his lip nervously and lowered his speech to barely a whisper.
"I want you to present yourself to me tonight." He begged, looking intensely into her eyes. She felt her knees quiver. A blush flushed up onto her cheeks.
"Present myself to you?" Lisbet asked, excited, her heart skipped a beat. Loki also blushed.
"Yes, in my bedroom. Lisbet, I would also be deceiving myself if I did not try to make you mine." Loki spoke. Lisbet began to say something but Loki kissed her. After a moment of surprise, Lisbet felt her eyes flutter shut as she kissed back. When Loki pulled away from their kiss he kissed her forehead. "Do not give me an answer now. I will know and respect whatever decision you make this evening."
That evening Lisbet was nervous. She spent the sunset brushing her hair and pacing in her room. She was debating what she wanted. She too held the same admiration for Loki, but she was scared they would be caught. Loki was also pacing in his own room. He had retired early in order to prepare. He tidied up the stacks of books that littered his floor and smoothed out his emerald silk sheets. As the sun set, he sat at his desk and rubbed his eyes.
An hour passed and the sun had fully set. Right before he was going to retire in defeat he heard it. A small knock on the door. His heart jumped to his throat. He rushed to the door and opened it a crack to let her in. She was in her sleeping robes, they were made of dark silver silk that drug along the floor, her hair was in a long braid.
"You came." He whispered, his eyes twinkling. She smiled and nodded taking his hands. They stood watching each other for a moment as they held hands. Silent words passed between them until Loki turned her chin up and kissed her. When they separated from the kiss Loki embraced her. Lisbet felt safe and comforted in his arms.
"I would do anything for you," Loki whispered. "I give myself over to you." Lisbet pulled away and Loki watched her, a bit confused. She looked around the room and blushed before beginning to fiddle with the tie of her robe. Loki blushed too as he watched her, this was the first time he had been with a woman. When she finished with the tie she dropped the robe to the floor to reveal her naked body. Loki felt his eyes grow wide. Her body was bathed in the moonlight. She shyly turned her head to look at him and blushed at his face. It was the first time she had been with a man.
"Hold nothing back from me." She whispered. Loki gulped and nodded. He stepped toward her, his eyes taking in every inch of her nude body and he grabbed her. With ease, he lifted her and laid her on the silk sheets. He removed his shirt before getting on top of her.
"You are so beautiful," Loki whispered as he began to leave little kisses down her jaw and neck. Lisbet felt her pulse jump. She ran her hands along his arms. His lips crashed down upon hers and his hands began to explore her body. She lightly arched her back. An hour later the room was filled with their heavy breathing. They were both naked and Loki was between her legs thrusting into her. Lisbet's arms were around him and her nails dug into his shoulders as she moved with him. Loki kissed her neck and shoulders as they made love and she breathlessly moaned his name. A feeling began to build up inside of her. Loki felt her reaching her climax and sped up his movements, wanting nothing more but to please her. Her climax was so intense that tears fell down her face. Her legs wrapped tight around his middle and her head fell back in ecstasy. Her reaction is what sent him over the edge and he too reached his climax. He let out a sharp moan into her neck and lightly bit her, making her quiver. They both were then still for a long while. Their breathing was heavy and sharp so they didn't move until it was back to a normal rhythm. Only then did Loki remove himself from her and stand. Lisbet laid on the bed and watched him as he dressed back into his pants. After he was finished he returned to the bed and laid beside her, taking her into his arms.