Snowflake
By Rey

Chapter summary: When rebelling, beware of the demand used as the excuse, lest it be granted.

23. Cap

It is now the next bath session, which is far sooner than the habit of most Asgardians, and Loki has just had a simple but bright idea to annoy the lunatic who has not seen it fit to either free him or ransom him to his family.

"I wish to wear a headdress."

And, "Ah, why would Loé cover this lovely hair? Amma could arrange Loé's hair to look as if Loé were wearing a headdress. Would Loé like that instead?" his captor wheedles.

Feeling emboldened by the response and subsequently trying to test his boundaries, the young captive objects strenuously to the proffered alternative, with inane reasons that are nonetheless delivered impeccably.

And, wonder of all wonders, despite the apprehension that he has been having about this small act of rebellion, his captor gives in.

Chucklingly, at that.

His eyes open wide. `No, I did not mean that! I hate headdresses!`