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Title: Liars and Cheaters

Summary: Sequel to "A Gods Proposal" and Prequel/Eventually Absorbtion of "Where to Levy the Blame" Time has passed since their journey, but not all is as it seems, and with the introduction of some new characters the best kept secrets will be revealed. Odin has broken the law with Loki's punishment, and now he must pay. Loki/OC Warnings: Rape and Torture

Author's Note: I decided that since voting has been really sporadic to do both scenes to please everyone since there is no clear winner. Therefore, I will just write which scene it is up her in this section to inform everyone reading, and if you do not wish to read that section you will know beforehand. I hope you all enjoy this chapter.

~[~ (Karmin's POV)

She walked through the palace feeling strangely elated despite the recent events. Even though she had witnessed something horrible she had a chance to do something to put an end to it and help someone. The fact that her problem was going to be solved was no longer important to her, despite the fact that her involvement sprouted from that as her original intent. She wondered if that was why people around her sacrificed so much for those that they made connections with. Perhaps one day they would grow to love each other, until then though it was more like a mutual agreement to help them both, but she already felt that it was becoming more than just that.

She was approaching her father's room and was deciding how to pitch him the news. She knew that she would open up to him that she had finally found someone who she believed would make a good addition to their family. She would tell him how happy she was and she was sure that she could certainly look the part. Then she would tell him who it was because she was unsure how he would react to the news that she wanted to marry someone with a reputation similar to hers. Despite how he would feel she knew that he would support her because it was her future that was in the balance.

She knocked on the door, knowing he would be awake since they were always up early. She heard him mumble something and the door magically opened letting her inside. She curiously looked inside to see what he was doing and could see how annoyed he looked as he sat with his arms crossed on his bed. "As much as I appreciate Odin's accommodations, I certainly miss our own realm." He smiled at her though so that was a positive notion and she was not discouraged.

"I agree that I do prefer home, so next time perhaps we should be the hosts." She was going to start off casual before dropping the big news on him.

He laughed at her and sighed. "I wish we could but our castle is not as accessible as this one since most of the rooms do not possess doors. As it is most of the ones that do were installed for you when I had to bind your magic. I don't think that it would work out for those whose don't possess magic." Though she was not happy at the reference and was sure to give him a look that conveyed it she did not comment negatively since she would need him on her side for this. He cleared his throat and moved on. "Anyway, I noticed that one of your suitors happens to be here, have you given him any thought?"

Perfect he was moving her in the direction she needed to go, though she did expect it anyway, he had a habit of bringing this topic up since her deadline was drawing to a close. It would open up the conversation on a bright light, and not make it seem out of place. "Actually, I have been giving some thought to my future and who I will share it with." She walked over to the window and looked out gazing upon the realm, though after seeing what Loki had been through anything about this place left her with a bitter taste. "I have been looking for someone who would have favorable traits to add to our family that I get along with, and I think I have found the perfect person." Her voice was soft and she sighed contented knowing how her father always caved when she did this.

She turned to see if it was having the desired effect and was pleased to see that he looked happy and also relieved. "Really, well who my dear, and I will be sure to start making preparations at once if this is what you truly want?" He was standing up now putting on his shoes that lay neglected on the floor near his bed.

It was now time to put her plan into action since she had gotten him warmed up, yet strangely she always felt a tinge of regret when she manipulated her father like this but it was absent this time. She guessed that it was because it was what she truly wanted, and was determined to make it work. "Good, because I'm sure it will be a great surprise for Odin."

Her father gasped and looked at her quizzically. "You want to marry Thor? After that beating you gave him the other day I thought you hated him."

Now it was her turn to look confused and horrified, but her father could be dense some times. "No! And you are correct in your assumption that I cannot stand that arrogant, sexist man!" She put her anger at Thor into her words so the message was clear to her father so that he would finally get what she was asking.

To her surprise he began to laugh so loudly that it wracked his body and forced him to lie back on his bed holding his stomach as he tried to contain himself. She was thrown off since this was not what she was expecting and just watched him laugh while attempting to regain her composure. He began to settle down wiping the tears away from his eyes, but he still laughed casually as he sat up. "Well I guess I should have seen that coming." More laughter rang forth and now she was just getting irritated. "Naturally you would choose the God of Mischief!" He shook his head and sighed managing only to smirk now with the mirth still showing in his eyes. "I'm not surprised considering I knew that you would not be able to stay out of trouble since you have always been attracted to it." In this case she supposed it was literally true since she did find Loki alluring.

She fixed him with an impatient stare wanting to get this conversation moving along, even if he was right. "So, you approve then, and will help me in this?" She smiled giving him a hopeful look and watching him very carefully.

He sighed and looked down with his face falling as he thought. "Of course I will, my child. You know that if this is what you want I will not get in your way and will help you however I can, especially since you will be bonded to him, not me so the decision should be yours to make. I am very grateful that you have found someone special since I truly dreaded having to make the decision for you, for it is not my place." She could tell he was being honest, and she was grateful that he supported her even though she knew he would. "The problem will not be gaining my support, but Odin's since he has been keeping a close eye on Loki as of late. I doubt he will be easily persuaded to release Loki to us and allow us to take him to our planet to live under our rules. It will mean that Loki will no longer be subjected to Asgardian rules because he will automatically become a citizen of our realm with your binding, so Odin will lose one of his children. However, I think that the two of us could get the results we want." He looked up at her then with a devilish smirk on his face, and she squeaked running over and hugging him grateful that he was willing to help her.

~[~ (Loki's POV)

It had been a few hours since Karmin left, but he couldn't rest with all that had happened. This could be a huge opportunity for him, and Odin never supported him in these endeavors. He had previously tried to get married before to his former girlfriend Sigyn who he had two children with. However, Odin would not allow the marriage to happen because she did not want to stay in Asgard to raise the children believing that another environment would be better. Since he could not come with her they separated and now he would stop by and see the children when he could, though that was before he fell from the bifrost. He highly doubted that Odin would be any more favorable about Karmin's proposal, especially now that the Allfather was determined to punish him for an eternity.

He had decided to get up and do something constructive instead of sitting and waiting. Even with his godly healing powers he was still sore, but his desire to do something overpowered the pain he felt. He stretched lightly feeling a bit better, and like he could now easily hide the damage he had suffered not even a half a day earlier. He dressed in his typical uniform quickly and was exiting the door when a servant approached him. He had figured that Odin would send for him the second Karmin's proposal arrived and so he was not surprised when he was told that the king wished to speak with him immediately in Odin's personal chambers. The tongue lashing was coming with the possibility of real lashes so he mustered up his courage and headed in the direction he was wanted in.

When he arrived he noticed that not only was the door open, but Odin was pacing quickly across his floor thinking hard. The king's brows were tightly scrunched up, and his steps were large and loud. He stood in the doorway waiting for Odin to notice his presence which did not take long. The king turned to him and ordered him in an overly authoritative voice "Sit, now!"

He walked over to the bed that Odin was pointing at quickly and sat down sighing waiting for what was to come. "What have you summoned me here for?" He looked down as he said it not wanting to meet the intense gaze.

Odin snorted and he looked up at his face which seemed to tower over him as Odin stood with his arms crossed staring intensely at him. "I have received a request from King Riggar asking for you to marry Princess Karmin! The reasons I have received are solid and so I ask you what you make of this request?"

He could see the clear confusion on Odin's face and decided to play it safe for now since he was unsure how Odin would react. "Well I do not know what to think, though I admit that it is a flattering request and I am honored by it." His reply was simple and he didn't think it was misleading.

Odin seemed suspicious though. "I do not understand why she has chosen you despite her good reasons and I do not approve of it since you would be leaving my realm and no longer under my care." Loki had to restrain his laugh at that last part thinking of just how caring Odin had proven to be. The Allfather seemed to sense this for he walked over to Loki and his voice and gaze softened a touch. "I still care for you Loki, despite everything that has happened." Loki gave him a glare knowing that no father could ever say that to his child after what he had been forced to go through. Odin's voice rose then back to its unyielding and angry tone. "That does not excuse what you have done though and you must pay for your actions!"

Loki stood them angry at Odin for what he had been saying the entire time. "What I have done! What about what you have done, and are planning to do? You ruined my life repeatedly and you intend to do it again! I would accept her proposal and not just to get away from you, but because I feel that I would finally be part of a family that cared about me!" He was so angry and the last part just seemed to slip out of his mouth surprising him. After that he had slipped away not caring about what Odin had to say to him anymore, only pondering his last sentence.

~[~

That last scene between Loki and Odin was something that I decided to add in as I was typing. Anyway, I have been receiving some comments on all the stories in this series that point out the flaws that have been escaping my attention and I will try my best to remedy them as I continue to write. Thank you all for your continued support and I hope that I can fix all the potential problems that I have been informed of.