The Bifrost brought them to Asgard, the world of the Aesir tribe of gods. The three of them stood in the observatory and before them stood Heimdall, the ever-vigilant god that guarded the Bifrost.

"Sapphire, this is Heimdall." Thor introduced him. "He is the all-seeing and all-hearing guardian sentry of Asgard. You can go to him, whenever you wish to see your grandma. He will tell you how she is doing."

Heimdall bowed to Sapphire, his eyes never leaving her. A warm and gentle smile spread across the giant's lips. "Hello, welcome to Asgard."

She, in return, smiled and curtsied. "Nice to meet you, Heimdall." He seemed trustworthy and she made sure to come visit him, when time allowed it.

Heimdall focused his gaze on Loki, "The All-father is expecting you."

Guards were waiting for them just outside the observatory. Sapphire waved goodbye to Heimdall and he kindly returned the gesture. She turned towards the entrance and came to a sudden stop when she saw horses.

"I don't know how to ride a horse." She said.

Thor offered her a hand. "You will ride with me."

Hesitantly, she allowed him to help her climb the horse and he took his place behind her. On their ride to the golden city, she took in the beauty that surrounded them. Stars, greeting them with their shimmering light. The array of colors that were painted on the sky. A hue of blue skies on one side and a hue of black, red, orange and yellow on the other side. Two grand moons watched over Asgard. Her mouth dropped at the sight of it all.

"It's so beautiful!" She looked at Thor, smiling widely.

He gave her a wide grin and showed his perfectly white teeth. "Indeed, it is beautiful."

She was about to face forward but caught Loki staring at her and she couldn't help but to stare back. He locked her in his gaze and she began to admire the features of his face. At that, his eyes slowly left her and focused on the trail up ahead.

She blushed immensely and turned as well. 'What the heck was that?' She thought to herself.


Just outside of Odin's throne room Thor spoke to Sapphire, "Young Sapphire, please wait here as my father addresses Loki's situation first."

"Um... okay." She nodded.

The guards latched a metal brace around Loki's neck, interlinked with the chains that continued down to his hands and ankles. He stared at the guards menacingly and their hands trembled as they removed the muzzle over his mouth. Loki smirked at them and they turned away nervously.

"Let's go, brother." Thor motioned the guards to open the doors.

The guards, more confident now that he was entirely chained, pushed him forward. He nearly stumbled but graciously regained his posture and growled at them.

Thor sighed. "Don't move. I will be right back." He told Sapphire.

Sapphire nodded, wide eyed, her eyes following Loki. The doors closed behind them and she remained there, admiring the intricately carved pillars, the beautiful stone walls, and the overly cleaned floors. The sun began to shed light over the city of Asgard and Sapphire walked over to the side, admiring the city that lay before her. "This place is amazing." she said to herself.

She waited for what felt like ages until finally the great doors swung open. It was Loki, storming out of Odin's throne room.

"You!" He walked over to her and she stepped back, her ears crouching back in fear.

"Loki!" Thor came after his brother. "Know your place!"

Loki stopped in his tracks, his blue eyes staring down at Sapphire. He was breathing heavily and looked as if he was about to cry.

"Brother, go to your chambers. I will speak with her, alone." Said Thor.

Loki took a deep breath and took a step back. His eyes remained over Sapphire, giving her a hint of warning not to come near him.

"Loki." Thor stood between them, looking at Loki.

The younger brother scoffed at them and turned around, leaving.

Sapphire could have sworn she saw tears threatening to fall from his eyes. With sorrow in her eyes, she watched Loki leave.

"I'm so sorry! I-I don't know what I did..." She stuttered out.

"You did nothing, young Sapphire." Thor assured her.

"Then why is he angry at me?" She argued. "I never said nor did anything to him."

"You need not worry. Loki is paying for the crimes he did on Midgard."

He walked over to the edge and leaned on the concrete railing, "Odin, the All-father, ruler of Asgard..." He paused for a moment before continuing. "Our father's initial punishment was to lock Loki in the dungeons for the rest of his life but he decided it was best to have Loki help you in your search for your family."

"How is Loki supposed to help me without his powers?"

"Loki was gone for two years... He fell off the rainbow bridge and into a wormhole he caused himself. We've discovered that during those two years, he was in many different realms that we do not know about." He turned to look at her. "Do not worry, Sapphire, we will help you." Thor placed a hand over her shoulder.

"Thank you... I just don't like that fact that they're forcing him to help me.."

Thor shook his head, "Loki needs to pay for his crimes. I much rather prefer him helping you than being locked up in those dungeons."

"Is that why he's so mad at me?" Sapphire looked up at Thor, saddened by Loki's fate.

"Odin stripped him of his powers so he wouldn't run away or harm anyone... Especially you."

After hearing that, Sapphire went wide-eyed. "No wonder he's angry at me."

"Sooner or later, he would have found a reason to be angry with you. It's difficult to befriend Loki."

Thor motioned her to follow him as he began to walk down the hallway. She followed him.

"You don't need to hide your identity here, Sapphire. Nobody will judge you." He smiled to her.

"Thank you." She returned the smile.

"Let me show you around and to your chambers." He held out his arm for her to take hold of.

Her smile widened and she gladly took it.


Loki walked into his chambers, shutting the door loudly. He began to toss and throw everything in his sight.

"Aaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh!" He let out a deep, ground shaking scream.

"Curse you, Odin Borson!" Grabbing a chair, he tossed it violently to the door.

"Curse you, Thor Odinson!" The dark prince tossed over a side table. He watched the table on the floor, breathing heavily with his raven hair over his eyes.

"Family..." His voice was low. "It was always a lie!" Walking to a mirror that stood next to his dresser, he threw a punch at it, shattering the mirror.

A few shards ripped through his pale skin. He groaned sitting on the edge of his bed, removing the pieces of glass from his knuckles. The All-father could have taken his magic from him but he still had his wits and strength.

"He takes me for a fool but I will prove him wrong..." His thoughts wandered over to Sapphire and a smirk grew over his lips.