"Magic's just science we don't understand yet." Arthur C. Clarke.

Vali looked curiously at the girl who had just gasped his name. He smiled and gave a bow.

"Yes indeed, Vali at you service, Lady…?"

"Astrid, Astrid Thorsdottir."

"Lady Astrid Thordottir." Then Thor's booming voice came from the end of the hall.

"ASTRID!" He stormed towards them and picked up Vali. "WHAT ARE YOU DOING…"

"Thor," A smooth voice interjected, "and as always, a pleasure, Lady Astrid. Now Put My Son Down." The last four words had a curious ring to them. Thor grudgingly put Vali down but not before giving him a chilling glare. "Stay AWAY from Astrid!" Vali turned to Loki, "What was that about?" Loki rolled his eyes, "Thor's daughter Astrid is his 'pride and joy' and," Here his voice dropped to imitate Thor, "She shouldn't be tainted by the likes of Vali." Then, he grinned, "But I don't forbid you going to see her!"

Authors note- I think this story's going well! What do you think? REVIEW! Disclaimer. I don't own Thor or Loki.