"And when we became friends, we were closer than ever." Loki explained as he smiled sadly on the ground. He looked so vulnerable right now, causing Narcissa's heart ache. She knows what he was saying was true, she felt it in her heart and mind. He slowly raised his hands and cupped them on her cheeks, turning her face to his. Her cinnamon orbs met emerald ones. He bit his lip, then shook his head.

"I'm sorry. I never told you the truth back then." He whispered, guilt in his voice. "I want you to know, I never meant it to do it, my dear." Narcissa tilted her head, confused.

Loki slid his hands away from him as he placed them on his lap. "I had to explain why I said sorry, don't I?"

A nod made him tell the tale.

~o~o~o~o~

"You are nervous." Thor said to his brother, as they walked down a series of stairs. They were on their way to the great hall for a banquet. It was a victory party for the Warrior Three and other warriors of Asgard. Thor and Loki were the leaders of these warriors and they were going to say a few words for the Asgardians like a formal speech. Thor was very proud of himself for winning against Svartalfheim warriors. Loki, on the other hand, felt lost.

During the battle, he was the main reason why his best friend's father died. He ordered the man to go check the east side, not knowing that the enemies were there hiding. Because of Loki's cowardliness, Freyr had been killed first. Loki couldn't forgive himself. He promised Narcissa that he will protect himself and her father out on the battlefield, and he failed. Thor told him not to worry because it was just an accident, but he couldn't help it.

The doors opened and it revealed a magnificent room. It was bright and simply amazing. Cheers and smiles greeted the princes, much to Thor's pleasure. Loki, though, looked around for a certain brunette. He was sure that she needed comfort. Alas, he couldn't find her. The two walked towards the throne as they knelt down in front of their father. Odin smiled as he spoke a few speech and congratulated the two for their success.

When they stood up, Odin's smile disappear. "Much to everyone's happiness, I would like to extend my greatest condolence to Freyr. He was a fine warrior, a friend, especially, a great father."

Loki couldn't breathe, he was guilty of such a sin that he has done. He glances down to the floor, praying silently that he wouldn't see Narcissa cry. Odin continued, "To show my gratitude to his achievements and loyalty to Asgard, even in the darkest time, I give this golden amulet necklace to his most valuable treasure: Narcissa."

The princes turned their heads as the crowd separated for Narcissa. She was wearing a dark blue slender dress, that wrapped her curves tightly. Her chestnut hair was tied up to a bun, as a few strand of her hair fall down on her face. Her cinnamon eyes were teary and red. She was shaking as she slowly approached the Allfather. Thor looked over to Loki, and frowned. Loki was trying to calm down his nerves and his intentions to ran and hug her.

"My King…" Narcissa bowed her head as soft tears slid down her red cheeks. Odin smiled sadly and the girl and placed the amulet on her neck. "This will become the remembrance of your father. From now on, Narcissa…" Odin placed his hands on her shoulders. "You will be living with us."

Everyone widen their eyes as they muttered to each other. "Thor and Loki will make you feel welcome to our family."

Loki couldn't take it anymore and rushed towards the petite girl for a hug. Narcissa blushed as she cried on his shoulder. He patted her back softly as he looked at his father and brother. "May we be excused for a moment, Father?"

"Very well."

The two friends walked over to the garden as the party continued on. Narcissa sat quietly on the bench as Loki tried to make her smile by his magic tricks. Sadly, nothing seems to make her smile completely. Guilt struck him once again as a drop of tear fell down her cheeks. Loki bit her lip and hugged her, kissing her forehead.

"I'm sorry." Loki whispered as he tangled his hand to her hair. Narcissa frowned as she looked up to him. "Loki, you did nothing wrong. It's a war, I know at some point this will happen… but not too soon."

"I-I ordered him to go check the eastern side, but I hadn't knew that the enemies were there, Narcissa. I swear, I had no ide-" He was cut off by the lips of his beloved best friend. His eyes widen as it slowly closed, kissing her back. He knew that he had special affection for her, but he never had the courage to make a move. He wrapped his arms around her waist as he pulled her closer to him. Narcissa slid her arms up to his neck, her hands messing up his hair slightly. She soon withdrew and smiled, blushing madly.

"You have nothing to be sorry about, Loki." Loki stared down her eyes, the guilt eating him alive. "I love you."

Loki was paralyzed. He wasn't expecting this at all, but… what he felt for he right now, was equal to her feelings. He loves her, and he'll do everything to make sure she was happy and safe. "I love you too, Narcissa. So much."

Narcissa smiled and stood up, "Well, let's go party. I know father wouldn't like it if I sobbed all night long." She giggled and rushed back to the party. "Come on Loki!"

He smiled sadly, "If only you knew…"

~o~o~o~o~

"Knew what exactly, Loki?" Narcissa furrowed her eyebrows. "You said it was an accident."

"I lied." He smiled, as he distanced himself from her. Narcissa raised a brow as she frowned, folding her arms on her chest.

"Then what's the truth?"

Loki stared into her eyes. "I killed your father."