Chapter 9
Droning voices awoke Loki from his strange dreams, they came from his door and he had the sudden suspicion that he was being monitored. Good, he thought, at least now they new he had recognised something's. But even with this thought Loki felt strange, he just laid himself in the green silk cocoon pondering. And the thought had finally dawned on him, he was alone, he knew no one and he was scared.
Meanwhile Thor hopped around his room yanking at the brim of his trousers but they wouldn't budge. In the process of getting dressed he had got caught in a tight pair of trousers and was frantically hopping round the room in the struggle to get them either off or on. He was sure that even Loki had heard the large thump as he had lost balanced and fell face first into the ground. He groaned and recited all the swear words in the nine realms and then when he had finally calmed himself down he sat up. And had pulled the trousers up his leg, he was such an idiot he admitted. But he had no more time so he stopped wallowing in self-pity and instead headed off for his father's chambers. It was rather strange taking the same path and for exactly the same needs. He was once again determined to aid Loki and he was once again heading down to his father to tell him this. He also didn't like the memories that were now tied to the place, only a couple of days ago he had discovered his brother whom he had thought was dead. Instead only mentally damaged but to be kind he really didn't know what was worse. Losing his brother or knowing that he's there but maybe not reachable ever again… In his mess of thoughts he had been completely oblivious that he had just walked straight into Sif. Wow this was awkward…
After all the commotion he had completely forgotten about her and he felt ashamed in doing so. It was not because it was his fault, because it wasn't, at all! It was just she had just confessed all her feelings to him and in return he had ignored her. He felt so bad his confidence left him and he stood, his eyes glaring at the ground. "Who would of known, the God of thunder marveled at the floor," she said light heartedly. "Well situations have changed" Thor spoke and he instantly regretted how cold he had sounded to her, he could already see the hurt in her eyes. She may have been a warrior but she was also a woman. "Look Thor I'm sorry I know about Loki but you must not give up on the hope that he will return". Thor gazed upwards into Sif's eyes; they were filled with warming reassurance. "Thanks for understanding" Thor mumbled into the ground. And to his surprise Sif let out a light giggle "Do not be silly and remember I am no fool, I know how hard it is to lose family". And now it was here turn to be silent, but she stood strong and fought back "Now it is not wise to keep your father waiting". This again took Thor by surprise… "But how did you" Sif silenced him by placing her lips over his mouth; he made a funny muffled sound as he had been caught completely off-guard. Sif had to draw away so that she could mask her giggle but she her cheeks still flushed. "Hmmmm let me think about this, you are rushing down the corridor that leads to the chambers belonging to your father. Which must mean you must be visiting the flower vase at the end!" This earned Sif a playful shove on the shoulder but she didn't mind. She was use to it because she had been raised with a palace full of boys, and palaces where very big! She shook this from her head and instead filled it with joy. She had cheered up Thor and for this she was thankful "Now go on…" she jeered and tried to push Thor but he didn't budge. This time Thor chuckled "See you Sif" and he winked and grinned at her. This was his cheesy smile he used to flirt with maidens but it never worked on her. She rolled her eyes and walked off, what Thor didn't realize or ask was why Sif was wandering down the very same corridor…
The happiness from the conversation lifted as she walked further apart from Thor. As only a few minutes ago she had visited Odin pleading for the truth to be released but it had been denied. "Do not mention a word Sif, or else we may have some slight, shall we say difficulties?" Odin's words still rang through her body, the merciful man who had taken her in and trained her, as a warrior was well… Long gone! It was very strange how people changed she thought.
A gentle rumbling disturbed Odin from his reading, he sighed and put down his book. It was either Thor or his wife and seeing as Frigga was well 'fragile' it was probably Thor. And almost as if on cue his son glided into the room, "Such a similar situation Thor" Odin said coolly. "Yes father" Thor replied through gritted teeth. "This time however you will not lie to him!" Thor spat. "I was not lying Thor but was simply protecting him from the truth. You would not understand you are still to…trusting" Odin retorted. "But father!" Thor whined, "He has the right to know!"
"No, no he does not, we have finally found a way to barrier the truth from leaking. And I have no intentions of pulling the plug out!"
"You don't behold Loki's interest. This is about you and your stupid pride that blinds you from what has to be done!"
"ENOUGH, you will keep your tongue or else I may visit your mortal."
Thor gasped and backed out of the room… "I may visit your mortal" the words echoed around his head. The door closed and he stood gaping at the wood, he squeezed his eyes shut and tears fell freely from the eyelids.
He loved Sif but he still had feelings for Jane and he so badly wanted to tell Loki the truth but he couldn't let Odin harm her. If he told she would suffer and Thor couldn't face that but neither could he face Loki's heart breaking if the truth was kept from him again. As he would surely lose his brothers trust and maybe even lose the hope of Loki returning. And that would mean Loki would be deserted to tackle his problems on his own and Thor swore he would not let that happen. But he felt broken and tired, one-way or another someone was going to get hurt by his deeds…
A beautiful woman came into Loki's chambers she dazzled him as her hair flew from her shoulder. Her flowing black hair surrounded her soft yet arrogant face, which glowed in the morning's light. She wore a short-sleeved burgundy tunic underneath a silver chest plate that extended down to her hips, where an armoured skirt started to flow. The battle wear hung to her curves and her eyes sparkled with a cunning glare, which complemented the radiant smile she wore. No it wasn't a woman, Loki thought, as the creature before him was too beautiful to be classed as a woman. No this was some mythical beauty that came from the stars! "I trust you are…well?" she asked but Loki got caught in her gorgeous twinkling eyes. And after a minute or so he realised by her silence that she had asked him a question. "Err what?" he asked anxiously. She chuckled, "Well that's a first" she spoke as she picked up a book, "I have never been able to leave the silver tongue speechless".
Her laugh made him want to laugh but he contained it and simply asked, "What's your name?" and at this the woman looked down, her eyes now filled with concern. "I am Lady Sif, do you not remember anything?" she shyly questioned. "Well not really, I'm sure if I did though I would know your name!" he added smiling at her. "Yeh… maybe not for reasons you may like…" she mumbled but grinned. "Lets just say we were not the best of friends in, well how to put this… your previous life?"
"Why ever not?" Loki questioned "Never mind" Sif answered, lets start fresh. She held out a hand to Loki and he shook it "My name is Lady Sif, I am an orphan that you and your brother rescued and now I am a warrior and I live in the house of Odin, a.k.a. your house". "You're a warrior?" Loki was surprised; he had just thought the armour was for position or something. "Yes you no someone who fights!" She grinned and this made Loki grin, "I'm not an idiot, I only lost my memories not my mind, I was just surprised that's all" he rolled his eyes. "Of course" Sif added sarcastically, she was glad she had found traces of Loki's old humour… "Now better get ready your lessons start today" she said and she smirked and turned for the door. "What's my name?" she fired her question towards Loki. "What… Oh rite Sif". Her grin grew "Just checking" she smirked and with that she was outside into the corridor. "He is all yours Thor" she winked at him and left for the courtyard. Loki was again surprised when Thor came through the doors with another huge grin "Welcome class!"…
AN: Hehe, sorry I took so long to update, I've been really busy. You may have noticed some Thor and Avengers quotes, which I hope I will include more often because they are cool :). Anyway quite a lot of drama happened in that chapter… To summarise Thor can't tell Loki the truth and neither can Sif. Also Sif is getting chummy with Loki and finally Thor is starting lessons… I may include Loki loving Sif but I think that would be to confusing and mean but if you think otherwise please tell me. Next chapter is about Thor and Loki's lessons and I hope to update soon but until then ;)…
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