Chapter 3.
Even in sleep Loki's dreams tortured him of the many punishments the Master had bestowed upon him. He had endured so much only to suffer the memories every
day and what was worse was the rough hand grasping his neck awakening him to Thor's angry face. Before he could explain his actions Thor had dragged him from
the bed lifted him up and slammed his back against the wall causing Loki to howl in pain.
"You think coming home to Asgard will make me forget what you have done to Midgard and to my beloved Jane Foster. Heimdall informed me of your actions and do
you think Father will forget your crimes you monster" roared Thor as he threw Loki across the room causing him to collide with two Palace Guards who had managed
to unlock the door and enter.
Seeing Odin enter the room Thor approached his Father and said "do not believe what ever lies this monster has told you Father, he should be beheaded for the
crimes he has committed".
Seeing the two Palace Guards place Loki back on the medical bed Odin glared at Thor and Thor and snapped "did you consider that Loki's mind had been damaged by
the one he calls Master?".
Thor scoffed and said "only a fool would believe the lies he spews. I on the other hand will not and furthermore I will not allow Jane Foster to remain her on Asgard
while he is here".
Continuing to glare at Thor Odin growled "it is not up to you and from what I have seen it was Loki who brought Jane Foster here to Asgard to be healed not you but,
since you are in the fighting mood I order you as your king to assemble your warriors and travel to Alfheim to settle the uprising there. Do you understand me boy?".
Not wanting to anger his Father any further Thor nodded his head and left to gather his warriors and travel to Alfheim.
Sitting beside his trembling son Odin said "I will have more Palace Guards placed outside your rooms and this Healing Room to make sure this does not happen
again". Seeing Loki nod his head Odin added "as for Jane Foster I have decided that when you are well enough it would be good for the two of you to spend some
time together".
Seeing Loki's questionable eyes Odin said "it will be good for you my son plus she has a great interest in Astronomy and you could show her the library and the
Observatory and of course the gardens".
Loki nodded his head shocked at what Odin had said to Thor and now to him. Keeping his eyes fixed on the bed sheets he said "as you wish but please do not be
angry with Thor. He was only protecting Asgard from the monster runt of Jotunheim".
Shaking his head sadly Odin said "you are not a monster Loki, you are my son and as for Thor, he will have to come to respect the fact that his brother has come
home and has been forgiven by the All Father and All Mother".
Loki was quiet for a few minutes. Secretly he thought this where Odin would stand against the Thor over the Frost Giant son would never come and now looking up at
Odin's face it was clear that his Father truly cared about him and looked upon him as his son. Straightening his back Loki said "I'll try not to disappoint you again
Father and while Thor is away I think it's best that I stay away from Jane Foster".
Smiling at Loki's words that he was once again being called 'Father' Odin stood and said "I believe you and Jane Foster have more in common than you realise".
Seeing Loki's confused expression Odin chuckled lightly and said "get some sleep Loki as I hope to see you out of this bed in the morning". Loki nodded his head and
climbed under the covers still confused over Odin's remark about Jane Foster.
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Frigga stood on the balcony to the rear of the bedroom she shared with Odin watching the day come to an end when she heard the bedroom door open and close.
Smiling at the setting sun she asked "did Thor injure Loki badly or did you get there in time?".
Joining Frigga on the balcony Odin replied "I got there before he could do any further damage. Thor wanted me to behead Loki but I explained to him about this
master that controlled Loki, unfortunately he doesn't believe it so I sent him to settle the uprising in Alfheim. Did you get Jane Foster settled in a bedroom?".
Nodding her head Frigga replied "yes I did. She was in awe of the size of the room and the bed but as soon as her head hit the pillow she fell asleep instantly. As for
Thor I hope in time that he forgives Loki".
Taking Frigga's hand Odin smiled and said "I'm glad Jane Foster has been settled and I myself do hope that Thor learns to forgive Loki as soon as they put their
differences aside".
"Am I to assume you talk with Loki went well?" asked Frigga as the returned inside.
Leaning Gungnir against the wall Odin nodded his head and replied "yes it did but his mind as broken as it is will heal in time. Then we will have our son back, our
mischievous, kind, caring and ever curious son".
Startled by Odin's words towards their adopted son Frigga smiled brightly and said I'm glad to see the two of you are getting along again and I can also see why you
kept Jane Foster here in Asgard".
Smiling lightly "I'm glad too plus Loki needs someone close to his own intellect to converse with".
Climbing into bed Frigga waited until Odin lay beside her before adding "he called you Father didn't he?".
Odin glanced at his Queen and replied "yes he did". With no more words to speak both King and Queen of Asgard fell asleep thankful that their youngest son was
back home with them again".
