Fallen Star 9

When I awoke, Loki was still clinging to me. I saw Apolla standing over us.
"Good morning," I said, smiling. She smirked.
"What did you two do last night?" she asked, sitting in the armchair next to the bed. I shrugged.
"Nothing, really," I said. She threw me an eyebrow.
"Yeah right," she said hopping up.
"What? I don't kiss and tell," I said, looking at the sleeping Loki.
"You should. I bet you he's shirtless," she said.
"He is," I said, grabbing his hand. I played with it in mine. I placed it down when he opened his eyes.
"Good morning beautiful," he mumbled then schooched closer to me. I scratched his back. He sighed and closed his eyes once more.
"What about me?" Apolla asked. Loki opened his eyes.
"Good morning beautiful's sister," he said. I laughed. She sighed.
"You don't think I'm pretty?" she fake-cried. Loki rolled his eyes.
"You are, you're just not the girl I love to liplock with," he said, directing my hand to scratch his lower back. Apolla laughed.
"Apparently, he kisses and tells," she said. I tapped him.
"Move please," I said. He shifted his weight away from me. His hand caught me.
"Wait- I want a kiss," he said. I nodded then pressed my lips lightly against his. He smiled with satisfaction.
"You should wake up soon," I said, walking out with my sister.
"Of course for your training. See you then," he said. I sighed and walked out the door.
"You guys are so cute!" Apolla squealed. I blushed.
"He is so sweet and perfect," I sighed, holding the red rose he'd given me last night.
"I remember when we were little, you guys were just as affectionate. Odin and Frigga always said you two would marry. Mother and father agreed," sh said, walking with me to my suite.
"I remember too," I said. When we got to my suite, she followed me in, helping me find an outfit apropiate for today.
"He's changed Artemis. When you fell from the bridge- he turned dark," she said, giving me a flowy purple tunic.
"Since he's returned with you, he's been different. He is much happier and his aura has brightened. He isn't as serious and he has life now," she said. I put on some black leggings.
"Really?" I asked, looking in the mirror.
"Haven't you seen the way that man looks at you? There's no way to describe it- passion, peace, protectiveness, happiness," she said. I put the puzzle pieces together then looked at my sister.
"Love? Do you see that?" I said.
"Thats what it is, Artemis. Love. That boy loves you," she smiled. I blushed.
"Wow. When he first told me about my past, there was something in his eyes. Something I couldn't put my finger on. There was a particular glow to him and a sparkle in his eyes," I said. Apolla sighed.
"Artemis, he loves you. Do you love him too?" she said, handing me some tennis shoes. I looked at her.
"Well, when I'm with him, I don't know how to describe it- I feel safe and protected. I feel giddy inside. And when we kiss, I feel like nothing else matters but him. I'd do anything for him- and I sure as hell don't want to lose him," I said. Apolla smiled.
"Then tell Odin you love his son," she said. I sat down in front of the mirror. I looked at her. She French braided my long hair.
"I will when the times right. I just got here," I said. When she finished, she put her hands on my shoulders.
"Just don't let him get away, sister. I don't think he will because I believe he's stuck on you for life, but I thought the same way with Thor. And look at him now- going gaga over a mortal," she hissed. I stood up.
"He'll come around," I said, smoothing my flowy top down. Apolla had some tears in her eyes.
"I truely love him, Artemis," she cried.
"Then tell him," I said. She looked at me.
"I will! You're right! And with Loki, I don't think he'll ever leave because he never was interested in anyone while you were gone. He only loved you," she said. I smiled.
"Really. So tell him how you feel," she said, walking out.
"I will," I promised. She smiled.
"I really missed you sis," she said.
"I missed you too," I replied and we walked out arm in arm in tunics and leggings, our necklaces glowing.
We arrived to the north lawn, where the training would begin. Apolla was finished, but she really wanted to see Thor, so she tagged along. And she would be my 'oponent' since we were similar in stature and strength. She was stretching. The Warrior's Three, Thor, and Loki came out. Jane came out as well on Thor's arm. She sat down in the shade. Thor walked over to the group. Jane waved him over. He walked over there. They began to conversate. Apolla rolled her eyes.
"He needs to focus on you, not her. You're the one he's training," she spat. Loki looked over.
"I know. I knew we shouldn't have let her come," Loki said, joining our group. The Warrior's Three were discussing the schedule for today. They walked over to me.
"Artemis, such an honor to finally meet you," a blonde haired guy said.
"I'm Fandral, this is Hogun, this is Volstagg, and Sif is coming," he said. Each person waved as their name was called. A girl with brown hair showed up.
"There she is," Volstagg smiled. Sif walked to me.
"Artemis, I'm pleased meet you," she said. I smiled back.
"The pleasure is all mine," I replied. Loki took over.
"Hogun will work with you on Acrobatics, Fandral will work with you on weaponry, Sif will help you with stamina and endurance, Thor will help with strength, and I will help you with your powers," he said.
"I get you for a week, first," Sif said. I nodded.
"What will Volstagg do?" I asked curious.
"Concessions," Loki said.
"Cool," I smiled. Sif waved me over.
"Lets go run," she said. She began to run.
After the session was over, I was sweating like a dog. She was conditioning me.
The weeks passed by. I first had Sif, then Thor. He taught me hand to hand combat. I added lifting weights to my running schedule. Fandral was next. He showed me different weapons and how to use each. Hogun was very quiet. He taught me how to slink around and how to use acrobatics to sneak around. I felt like an Olympic gymnist by the time he finished with me.
Finally, was Loki. He would help me with my flight, telekinesis, and other stuff.
"Focus, Artemis. Be the moon," he said one night. We trained at night where I was most focused and most powerful. It was a full moon and I could feel it's powers seeping into me. I began to lift off the ground. Suddenly, I glowed pure white, as usual. I opened my eyes. He was watching me.
"Now pull this apple to you," he said, holding out an apple. I easily yanked it away from his hands. He smiled.
"Good, now put it back in my hands. Keep your eyes closed. Be one with the apple," he said. I felt as if I were traveling in the air as the apple and landed in the soft hands of my lover.
"Don't open your eyes, angel. I'm placing the apple down. Now destroy the apple. Make it explode. Focus hard," he said. I nodded and focused on the apple. I could sense him walk away, so I focused harder until I felt the apple explode. I rush of relief flooded my being.
"Now you can open you eyes. You did perfect," he said. I opened my eyes and floated down. He smiled when I landed right in front of him.
"You've got it all down, but you gotta upsize it. We'll work on that for the next two days. Then you'll have your battles with Apolla," he said. My hand grazed his. His hand caressed mine back. I looked at him.
"Please hold my hand," I thought to myself. His hand grabbed mine. I smiled. He heard me. We began to walk to the castle, but I stopped.
"Let's go to the beach. I wanna talk alone," I said. He nodded.
Ever since my training started, I had been thinking of what my sister told me a while back- about five weeks ago. It had been weighing on my chest. I had to tell him how I felt.
When we got there, I took off my shoes. I was in a sports top and leggings so I could retain my newly found flexibility and stay cool. I sprinted towards the ocean. It was cool in the warm summer night. Loki stood on the beach.
"Oh, come on you land lubber! Have some fun!" I shouted. He smiled and walked out into the tides. He walked straight to me.
"These past five weeks, other than our training sessions, we haven't had much time together. I miss us," he said, holding both my hands. I gazed up. The moon was reflecting off the waters.
"Me too. That's why I stole you away tonight, Lo," I whispered. I put my hand on his baby smooth face and caressed it. He closed his eyes and put his hand over mine. He opened his eyes and his brilliant green eyes shown.
"I have something to tell you," I said.
"Me too," he said. I watched as he began to bit his lower lip. It was Loki body language for: "I'm really dying to kiss you." I grinned.
"You first," I said. He took a deep breath. The breeze blowed across our faces.
"Artemis, oh my Artemis. I don't think there is any other way to put what I'm about to say," he said, his voice slightly shaky. It was so minute, but I could tell something was bothering him. I leaned closer to him.
"You can tell me anything," I comforted him, picking up his chin in my hand. He smiled.
"Okay, here goes..." he said, taking a deep breath. I sat there waiting for him to speak. I grew anxious, dying to know what he was about to tell me. I wanted to know- no I needed to know.
"Artemis, I-" he said, but was cut off. He was being pulled under water.
"Loki!" I cried after him and dove into the cold sea. I couldn't see a single thing. I focused just like he told me to. I began to glow. I saw him, being carried off by-
My heart dropped.

Author Note:
CLIFFHANGER! dun dun duh! Don't worry, loves. This series is far from over, though!
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