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A/N: Sorry about the long wait. School has started up for me so I will try to have at least one update a week. Plus, I've been having a bit of writer's block so bare with me! Welcome to my new followers/favorites: Hannah Bowers, itsreagannn, QueenofOpinion, moonlight33, tatted1986, gema13, Peterpanissocute, emmabou, Arianna21, IsobelFrances, Elextra, and LiliAnn Jackson. Thank you so much for the support guys! I absolutely love it when I see new people are reading my story. Please review! I also have another announcement to make. I have chosen the actors/actresses that my characters look like and they are written below:
Aurora: Nina Dobrev
Henrik: Val Kilmer (Alexander movie look)
Amora: Natalie Dormer
Inge: Diane Kruger
Sigrid: Charlize Theron
Margarethe: Yael Grobglas
Irena: Sarah Bolger
Hakon: Brad Pitt (Troy movie look)
Rolf: Ben Barnes
I hope you guys agree with the list! If not, please tell me if you think another person fits my character's description and personality.
Ch.11
A falling star fell from your heart and landed in my eyes
I screamed aloud, as it tore through them, and now it's left me blind
The stars, the moon, they have all been blown out
You left me in the dark
No dawn, no day, I'm always in this twilight
In the shadow of your heart
And in the dark, I can hear your heartbeat
I tried to find the sound
But then it stopped, and I was in the darkness,
So darkness I became
The stars, the moon, they have all been blown out
You left me in the dark
No dawn, no day, I'm always in this twilight
In the shadow of your heart
~Cosmic Love, Florence and the Machine
Currently, Aurora sat in the gardens of the villa. It was a warm day, the perfect time to go outside and breath in the fresh air as the sun shined down on them. Lounging on the ground, the twins were sleeping in their baby basket. She smiled at the scene, noting how they were holding each other hands. Inge sat nearby as the two enjoyed an outside picnic. Kajsa was currently staring at the coy fish in the pond, mesmerized by their shiny scales, and was running her fingers through the cool water.
"Is something on your mind Aurora?" Inge questioned Aurora. She looked at her with a concerned gaze. Aurora had not spoken a single word since they had gone outside and it worried Inge. It was very unlike her.
"I'm just thinking," Aurora responded. "How much longer do you think we will stay here? Loki won't answer me whenever I ask and he makes me frustrated beyond belief. I can't stay here forever. And I cannot keep them a secret from Thor. They're his children and he has a right to know."
"I know sweetheart, but be patient. It will happen sooner than you think." Inge had a knowing glint in her eye.
It had been four months since the birth of Aurora and Thor's children and they were thriving. Everyday Aurora marveled at how quickly they were growing. They were quiet little things, gazing at everything in curiosity as they were held in their mother's arm. Movement was limited as they had little strength in their tiny bodies, but soon they learned to move their heads from side to side and wave their arms and feet in the air.
Grabbing objects became more common as the months went on and Aurora was gifted with many toys for her children by Hakon, Loki, and Inge. The twins favorite toy by far was a silver rattle that made a beautiful chiming sound. They giggled in their baby way whenever they hit the object against something or shook it in the air and heard the noise. Rolling onto their stomachs was an often occurrence and Aurora had started to help them sit up, although she still had to hold them in case they lost their balance.
The twins were similar in looks, but opposite in personalities. Tavis possessed his father's ocean blue eyes as well as his blonde hair. He was a calm child who was always happy. He rarely made any noise and seemed to be content in watching the world around him. Often times Aurora could leave him to play on his blanket on the floor for hours while she practiced her needlework or could lay him down in his cradle and let him play with his toys. He adapted to new situations easily and was always gurgling and talking to her. Thora too had Thor's eye color, but instead of having her father's golden locks or her mother's chocolate curls, she had a full head of flaming red hair. She had inherited it from her mother's maternal side of the family, her great-grandmother to be specific. This signified the child's fiery temper. Thora was definitely more like her father. She let everyone know when she was upset, crying loudly and throwing her hands up in the air. Loki deemed her the "passionate" baby as she was dramatic like her father in certain ways, always craving to be the center of attention.
Feeding and nap times were easy for both infants, but when Thora was awake she had to be occupied or she would cry for Aurora. The twins were easily entertained by each other and Aurora was very grateful for that when she was busy doing chores around the manor. Tavis was never upset by his sister's tantrums. He merely stared at her for a moment and then returned to what he was doing. Both loved Inge. The woman was a grandmother to both of them and doted on the children. Kajsa was also a big help. She would play with the babies at all times and tell them nursery stories Aurora had told her. She always wanted be around the twins whether it was naptime, feeding time, a diaper had to be changed, or if the babies were playing on their blankets.
Thor still did not know of the birth of his children, but Loki had told Aurora that the time would come soon. She was dreading the moment, not knowing if Thor would be angry or ecstatic at the news. It had been a year since she had seen the god and she missed him desperately. Not a day passed when she never thought of her love. Looking at her children now, Aurora wished Thor had been able to experience the first few months of the twins' lives. They were the most precious things to her in the entire world and she hoped Thor would feel the same when he met them. As the sun began to lower in the sky, the twins woke from their nap and the little group returned to the villa and waited for night to come.
Aurora had just put the twins down for bed, both cooperating easily and drifting off to sleep. Pressing a kiss to each of her children's foreheads, she exited the nursery and went to sit by the fire to continue her needlework. She was currently working on a dress she was making for Thora. It was light blue in color and Aurora wanted to stitch a pattern of bluebirds at the bottom of the dress. A loud commotion was heard in the courtyard below and she cursed to herself. It was probably Loki returning for his weekly visit.
A cry was heard from the nursery. Thora had been awoken by the loud noises. Rushing into the room, she gently lifted the child out of her cradle and held the babe in her arms. Looking over into Tavis's crib, she noticed he was sleeping soundly. That child could sleep through a battle and not realize it. Returning to her previous position in the rocking chair, she unfastened the laces at the front of her gown and lifted Thora to her breast. The child eagerly attached her mouth to her mother's breast and began to feed. Rocking in the chair, she began to hum to herself. Little did she know that two pairs of eyes were watching her through the opening of her chamber's door rather than just one. Soon she began to sing to lull the child to sleep.
Eyes sapphire blue,
pale skin like the moon,
with a crown of fire and gold
You will be loved,
this I know to be true,
my sweet little baby girl
They'll travel so far
to revere and admire
the Princess of fire and gold.
For you will be loved,
you will rouse and inspire
my beautiful, flame headed girl
A pause occurred between the stanzas an Aurora hummed the tune to Thora. Thora's eyes began to open and close as she let out a soft yawn. Aurora continued with her song, smiling as her babe began to fall asleep.
I'll watch you grow strong,
see the lion you'll become
with a mane of fire and gold.
Oh you will be loved,
and I'll be so proud,
my beautiful, flame headed girl
And when the night comes,
you will rise like the sun,
my daughter of fire and gold.
And you will be loved
as you shine from above,
my beautiful, flame headed girl.
So sleep my love, sleep
I'll be here as you dream,
kiss your hair of fire and gold,
Oh you are so loved,
you're the heart of me,
my beautiful, sweet baby girl.
Aurora continued to rock in her chair after Thora had fallen asleep and re-laced the front of her dress. It was moments like this that she cherished, being able to hold her child close to heart and watch while she slept. She heard the doors to her chamber open and close quietly, but did not turn around as she did not want to rouse Thora. Loki came to stand in front of her and in his hands there was a wrapped package.
"I told you no more gifts Loki," Aurora whispered to Loki. "Last week you gave me rocking horses with jewels as eyes and golden thread as the mane and tail, last week you presented me with a necklace with the date I gave birth on it and puppies, and now your giving me another one." She giggled at her words and shook her head. "No," she repeated stubbornly to Loki who placed the gift at her feet.
"I promise just this last one and then no more nightingale. No wonder they fall asleep so easily. Your voice is quite enchanting." Handing the present to her, Loki urged her to open it, a mischievous look on his face.
"You open it. As you can see my hands are quite full." Aurora gazed down as Thora moved around in her sleep, her little leg twitching under the blanket. She was unaware that her uncle had arrived and continued to sleep.
"As you wish," Loki replied cheekily. He lifted the lid off the box as Aurora looked over her lap. Aurora saw nothing in the box. Her confused look met that of Loki's knowing one.
"I don't understand," Aurora muttered.
"That's because your present is much too big to fit in a box little one." Aurora tilted her head to the side, trying to figure out what her children's uncle was up to.
Suddenly, warm, calloused hands placed themselves on Aurora's shoulders. A large shadow was cast over her body as the person came to stand behind her. Aurora froze in place, barely able to breath. She looked at Loki for confirmation. He nodded at her and then swiftly left the room, leaving Aurora with her mystery guest.
The room was quiet as Aurora sat in her chair, waiting for what was to happen. The only sound was the crackling of the fire as it consumed the wood within the fireplace. Her heart was thumping madly in her chest and her breathing became ragged. She became extremely warm, even more so with the fire burning in the room and because of her nervousness. Looking down at Thora, Aurora knew the child was oblivious to what was going on and she silently wished she was in her child's position.
After a few moments of silence, heavy footsteps signaled that the person was moving from behind Aurora. Soon, he was kneeling before her, both hands on the arms of the chair. Aurora dare not look up as she feared what she was about to face. She was shaking as she awaited her fate. A large hand reached towards her and firmly grasped her chin, pulling her eyes up to meet his. Gold met sapphire and Aurora gulped loudly at the sight in front of her.
There Thor was kneeling in front of her, his ever scrutinizing gaze roaming over her face and down to Thora. It seemed he too was at a loss of words as his eyes flickered from his maiden to his daughter. Moving his hand from her chin to her cheek, Thor caressed the smooth skin as Aurora placed her hand over his. Tears sprung from her eyes as she looked at him lovingly.
"Loki told me he had something to show me, but I did not know it would be this." Thor stroked Thora's red hair lightly as he looked at her in awe. She looked so small compared to his massive hand. "When I saw you both through the doorway, I couldn't believe it." Thor cupped Aurora's cheeks in his hands and pressed a light kiss to her lips. She whimpered at the contact, reaching her free hand for the back of his neck as she pulled him closer. Thor complied with her movement and leaned in closer, groaning inwardly. He had missed this; he had missed her. And now she had given him the most precious gift of all, his daughter. "You have no idea how happy I am little one," he murmured to Aurora as he rested his forehead against hers.
"I was afraid you would be angry with me," Aurora whispered to Thor, "But Loki told me it was best for me and best for Thora. He said it would protect both of us better if I didn't tell anyone. Did he tell you?"
Thor nodded at her words. "I understand why he did it little one and I agree with him. You would both be a threat to Margarethe and she would have most likely tried to have been rid of you, although I wouldn't have allowed it. I would never let anything happen to you." He sighed in content as he was surrounded by his little family. A gurgle was heard and he looked down.
Thora had woken up yet again and was looking at Thor in curiosity. She began to talk baby babble as Aurora shifted her in her lap and held her upright against her stomach and chest. Thor shifted back on to his knees and stood up before them.
With Thora in her grasp, Aurora looked up to Thor questioningly. "Do you want to hold her?" She smiled up at him encouragingly as she took in Thor's nervous expression. "It's alright Thor. You won't break her if you hold her. You just need to be gentle and be careful of her head." Thor still did not budge as he eyed the child in her lap. She looked so fragile to him. Rising from her position, Aurora motioned for him to join her on the chaise next to the rocking chair. He followed suit and sat next to her.
Wasting no time, Aurora put Thora in Thor's arms carefully and advised him on how to hold her. Thora fit perfectly in his hands. He held her head in the palm of his hand while the rest of her body was held up on his forearm. Thora laid there quietly as she continued to gaze up at Thor. She was interested in the new stranger and reached her hands up to him playfully. Thor lowered his head down and his hair tickled her face. Thora grasped the hair in her hands and yanked down, giggling as she did so. Thor was surprised by the motion and chuckled as she played with his hair.
"She has a strong grip," Thor said to Aurora as he let his daughter continue with her play.
"Just like you," Aurora responded back. "I named her Thora, after you. When she came, out the whole house could hear her with those loud lungs of hers."
"It suits her. It's a perfect name my love. You have done well." All of Thor's anxiety disappeared as he watched his child in wonder. He had helped to make her, this miracle. She appeared perfectly healthy and active for her age. "I wish I had been here when she was born." Thor's look became serious. He had missed his first child's birth because of the dangers that would present themselves if anyone had known about Aurora's pregnancy. Being the crown prince of Asgard had prevented him from being there and he resented his position at that moment.
"I know Thor. It could not be helped. It was my fault for not telling you. I asked Loki if he could bring you when I entered my confinement, but he refused. He said it would still be dangerous until after I delivered." Aurora scooted closer to Thor, resting her hand on his shoulder. Thor nodded in understanding, but he was still upset over the matter.
"I promise I will be here from now on. I do not want to miss anymore then I already have." Thor raised his free hand to grasp hers, placing a kiss on her palm. "I love you sweetheart."
"As I love you Thor." Aurora beamed up at him as she spoke those words and leaned in to kiss him. Right before their lips met, they were interrupted by a giggle from Thora who was laughing at her parents display. Both laughed at Thora's antics. "This is your father angel. You know that though, don't you?" Aurora asked Thora as she stroked her cheek. Thora just stared back at her and began to talk back, not understanding anything she said. "I have something else to show you," Aurora said to Thor. Taking Thora from his hands, she headed towards the nursery with a confused Thor in tow.
Entering the room, Thor noticed two cradles in the room instead of just one. Aurora placed Thora in one while she beckoned Thor to the other. Coming to stand behind her, he rested his hands on her waist and looked over her shoulder. He gasped at what he saw. It was another child, a perfect replica of him sleeping soundly in his crib.
"This is our son, Tavis. He was my surprise. I did not know I was carrying twins. Apparently they may possess your mother's magic and it shielded him from us. Imagine the surprise Loki had when he was born. He's the one who monitored my pregnancy and even then he did not notice anything." Aurora reached down to pull up the blanket Tavis had kicked off in his sleep. She couldn't tell him of her magic just yet. She felt guilty at lying, but she needed to keep this secret from him.
"You have blessed me with these two beautiful children Aurora. How can I ever repay you?" Thor was filled with immense emotions right now. He was grateful to her for not only did she love him truly, but she also made him a father. He had a son, his heir. He reached his hand down to stroke his son's cheek as he waited for Aurora's answer.
"Just your love. That's all I want, just for you to love me and our children." Aurora's voice was gentle as she said this and Thor moved his hands to her stomach before pulling her back against his body.
"And you shall receive it little one. My heart is yours. Everything will change when we return to Asgard." Leaving one of his arms around her stomach, Thor reached up to grasp Aurora's neck with his other hand as she craned her neck to look up at him. Lowering his head, his lips pressed against hers urgently. She tried to turn around in his grasp, but Thor held her still. Deftly untying the front of her dress, he roughly reached down to palm her left breast. She moaned wantonly as he continued his efforts and soon the front of her dress was completely pulled down to her waist, both of his hands on her breasts. He then turned her around forcefully and lifted her up in his arms. To maintain her balance, Aurora had to wrap her legs around his waist and reach her arms around his neck. He exited the room quietly, not wanting to wake up his children, and entered Aurora's own chambers.
Laying her back on the bed, Thor crawled over Aurora's body and kissed her possessively, wrapping his arms around her. Aurora whimpered as he kissed her, pulling him nearer so she should could feel him against her body. He lowered his hands to her waist, carelessly ripping off the rest of her dress. She eagerly returned the favor, reaching up to grasp his shirt in her hands. Thor pulled the fabric over his head, throwing it across the room before leaning back on his knees. He grinned at Aurora mischievously as he unlaced his breeches, making Aurora giggle in the process.
Once the item was discarded onto the floor, Thor returned to his previous position between Aurora's legs. Aurora ran her hands up and down Thor's chest and she craned her neck to press feather-light kisses on Thor's neck. Thor groaned as his felt Aurora's kisses on his neck and he tightened his grip around her waist. He slowly began to inch his way inside of her, Aurora throwing her head back and arching her back off the bed. Thor began to pump in and out of her, growling as she squeezed her core around him. She was still so tight, even after he had had her several times and the birth of their children.
Suddenly, Thor was pushed onto his back with Aurora straddling him. She looked down at him sensuously as she leaned her body against his and began to move up and down. Their hands were clasped together over Thor's head as he brought his hips up to meet hers. They built up a steady rhythm, Thor whispering sweet nothings into Aurora's ear as she pressed her body against his. They climaxed together, moaning in pleasure as they both came undone. They drifted off to sleep in the early hours of the morning after they had their fill of each other, Aurora laying her head on Thor's chest as he held her close. He would never let her go now.
A/N: Song by Karliene from The Ballad of Anne Boleyn. The song is called Elizabeth's Lullaby. The album is brilliant! I recommend you all check it out. And again, the links to the outfits have been taken down because they did not work. I will try to find a way for you all to see them! I've also started to think about what I should write about next. I can't decide between Lord of the Rings or Vampire Diaries. Both would have an OC character paired with one of the main characters as in this story. Suggestions are welcome. Hope you enjoyed the chapter.
