Loki opened the door to the family dining room and held it while they all walked in. "I hope Odin isn't too mad at me." He sighed as he followed them inside.
Laney turned as she cradled Star to her chest. "Why would he be angry?"
"I have sided with the Jotnar and he can't be happy about that." Loki explained, then led them to the table where he pulled Laney's chair out for her.
"Honey, you're creating something that should have been done years ago, don't be so hard on yourself." Laney sat in the seat he pulled out for her and smiled up at him.
"I know, but it would be so easy for him to group me with them and take action against me." Loki sighed, finally stating his real worry.
"Father won't do that," Thor spoke up. "I wouldn't let him of he tried."
Loki looked over at his brother with a soft smile. "Thank you brother. It will be much better when you have taken the throne."
"That is something I never would have thought you to say. But I'm glad for it," Thor replied.
"You have already proven yourself a better ruler at court, and you have treated me fairly." Loki pointed out. "All we need is for you to move our weddings along." He chuckled.
Thor laughed in response. "You'll have to talk to mother about that one," he said.
"I know, but you or Odin will need to give the final permission." Loki chuckled.
"My permission has been given," Thor replied. "Mother is just picky."
"Do you know what is holding her up?" Loki asked curiously.
Thor shook his head. "I do not. Perhaps she wants the right day or flowers or something."
"I will ask her when she arrives." Loki replied.
"She shouldn't be long, I think she went to fetch father," Thor told him as he grabbed a goblet of mead and took a hefty drink.
"I hope he hands the throne over soon. It is tiring having to deal with his rules." Loki sighed.
Thor sighed and took another drink from his goblet. "He has his rules for a reason, Loki. Some of them will stay in place."
"Some rules, yes. His hate will no longer be in place though." Loki pointed out.
"No, it will not," Thor agreed. He turned his head at the sound of the doors opening to see both Odin and Frigga walk in along with servers bringing in fruits, cheese, and bread.
Loki looked over and gave his mother a slight smile. "Good evening mother."
"Evening Loki, how are you today?" Frigga asked sweetly.
"I am alright, but I have been better." Loki admitted.
Frigga furrowed her brow as she sat in her usual seat. "Not getting ill are you?" she asked. "I don't want you becoming sick when I've been doing so much planning."
"I'm not sick. I just have a lot on my mind." Loki explained.
"That is understandable. I know you are dealing with a lot right now, so if you need to talk, you can always come to me. But know that I have made great strides in working on both of your weddings," Frigga said. "I did want to run one thing by all of you since you're all here, and it's the last thing I need to know before I move forward."
"What is it you need to know?" Loki asked curiously.
"Would either of you consider having a double wedding? Or would you prefer to have two separate ones?" Frigga asked. "It is up to the both of you."
Loki stayed quiet for a moment, thinking it over. "What do you think darling?" He asked Laney.
Laney placed her goblet of water down on the table and sat back in her seat in thought. "I'm not sure. I've never witnessed a double wedding before, but it would make it a grand event, that's for sure."
"I would not mind it either. Brother?" He asked, turning to Thor.
Thor shrugged as he finished chewing a bite of cheese he had grabbed from the platter in front of them. "I do not mind a double wedding. Desi, what do you think?"
"I like the idea. But when would it be?" Desi asked Frigga.
Frigga grinned at all of their agreement. "I can make it for this spring if you would like to wait, or I could make it a winter wedding. I know you have a lot going for yourself dear Desi, so your comfort means a lot to me."
"If we could have the wedding sooner, I would like that, I don't really want to wait." Desi admitted.
"Winter it will be then," Frigga stated. "I hope that it will snow, it would be beautiful if it did."
"That still doesn't say how soon." Loki told his mother, eager for a timeframe.
Frigga chuckled. "Winter should be starting fairly soon, how about I say in a month's time?" she asked.
"It feels like it is still forever away, but I know it is reasonable. We will take the soonest we can." Loki agreed.
"It will be here before you know it. The weather has already started to turn colder, making the farmers have to do their best to save their crop from frost," Odin said, speaking for the first time that evening.
"I have already approved their requested provisions for the winter harvest." Loki told Odin stiffly.
Odin nodded as he took a sip of mead. "I did not mean any offense Loki. It was just a statement. Winter is closing in on us a bit quicker this cycle."
"It is looking to be a particularly harsh winter as well, which is why I decided to reach out to the farmers early. They seemed very appreciative of the care given to their needs." Loki said. Not that you've done much to help them.
"Thank you for seeing to their needs. I regret that I have not seen to things as well as I should be since my health has declined," Odin responded.
"My brother and I have split the responsibilities between us." Loki assured Odin. "He will be a good king when given the chance."
Odin grinned softly. "I believe he will as well," he stated as he looked over at Thor with a proud look. "He has grown a lot, and so have you Loki," he added.
"I have tried to tell him he is ready to step up fully." Loki said simply.
"It will not be long," Odin assured. "I just want to make sure that both of you are ready."
"I think my brother has more than proven he is ready. I attend court with him on a daily basis and have seen his work firsthand." Loki shrugged.
"I have been in attendance as well Loki," Odin replied. "There's just some things I want to finalize before he has a coronation."
"What else needs to be finalized?" Loki asked curiously.
"I would like the weddings to happen before the coronation. That way the both of you can have a honeymoon and relax before business transfers to you both," Odin explained.
"A honeymoon will be difficult for Laney and I at the moment but waiting for the weddings will be fine." Loki agreed.
Frigga frowned. "Both of us will do our best to help you have some time to yourselves. I know you have little Star, but we don't mind helping out my son."
"I know mother. We have no issue with you watching her, we just aren't ready to be away from her for too long yet." Loki explained. "We do appreciate you watching her for us last time, it was nice to have some time together."
"All parents need time to themselves, don't hesitate to ever ask us if you want to have some adult time together," Frigga said.
"We will, thank you. It was nice but we did miss her." Loki admitted. "I think Star enjoys her time with you as well."
Laney grinned as she looked down at Star who was tucked against her chest, asleep in a blanket wrap that she'd tied to her body. "I know she does," she said. "Although right now I think she could sleep through a snowstorm."
"She sure can. She snores like you do." Loki chuckled. "Although I can sleep through a snowstorm as well."
"Since when do I snore?" Laney asked with a laugh as she turned to look at Loki. "If I do, I don't mean to."
"When you fall into a deep sleep, you make little snore sounds. I find it to be very cute." Loki replied.
Laney blushed and did her best to hide behind her goblet as she took a drink. "You're sweet Loki."
Thor looked between Loki and Laney and smirked. "Do you need alone time you two?" He teased.
"Not until after the meal." Loki grinned mischievously.
Frigga snickered behind a napkin as Laney turned beet red. "Well brother, becoming bold?" Thor asked.
"Nah, I just wanted to throw it back at you." Loki chuckled.
"You're one to talk," Thor retorted with a laugh.
"Alright brother, what are your evening plans?" Loki jokingly challenged.
Thor shrugged as he popped some fruit in his mouth. "I plan on spending time with my beautiful fiancé and laying in our bed by a nice fire."
"Don't forget the cuddling. That's my favorite part." Desi said, sweetly.
"I couldn't ever forget that," Thor replied, then leaned over to kiss Desi's cheek.
Desi blushed softly. "It will be nice to snuggle now that I'm feeling better."
Thor smirked. "We can tonight."
Desi blushed a deeper shade of red. "I don't know if you are talking about cuddling or sex, but regardless, I'm glad you are feeling better." Frigga told Desi.
"Thank you. Loki helped fix the potion." Desi explained.
Laney smirked and shook her head. "I'm glad Loki could help you."
"Me too. It's been so rough these last few weeks." Desi sighed.
"Everything should be pretty normal now," Laney replied happily.
Desi nodded. "I am almost out of the first trimester now, so hopefully. I can't wait to find out the gender." She said eagerly.
Laney and Frigga both grinned. "I am excited as well," Frigga stated.
"Do you want to come to the appointment with us?" Laney offered Frigga.
Frigga's eyes brightened. "I would love to! Thank you for the offer."
"It isn't for another few weeks, but it's already scheduled." Desi told Frigga.
"I will be there, that is certain," Frigga replied.
"Thank you. It is exciting to finally be finding out. I just hope it's easier to pick a name once we know." Desi admitted.
Thor's eyes widened slightly. "I haven't even thought of names."
"I haven't had many ideas I like either. I feel like the last half of the pregnancy will go faster though." Desi said and placed her hand on her bump.
"We will have to just wait and see," Thor said sweetly as he leaned over and refilled Desi's goblet for her.
"Thank you, you are so sweet." Desi said, then picked up her goblet and took a drink.
After dinner, Laney had just laid Star down for bed after a feed and a change. She closed Star's bedroom door shut behind her, then let out a soft sigh. "I think I'm going to take a bath... or maybe a shower."
"Alright love, I need to finish this letter to Jotunheim before bed." Loki explained, looking up from where he was sitting at the little desk in their room.
"Alright. If I'm not out by the time you're finished, feel free to join me," Laney said coyly as a smirk appeared on her face just before she turned and walked into the bathroom and shut the door behind her.
Loki watched Laney shut the door, then quickly began working to finish the letter, hoping he could join her.
In the bathroom, Laney removed her dress and undergarments before she walked over to the large sunken bath and turned on the water before adding rose and lavender oils to it. Then she walked over to the mirror and let her hair down from its tie.
Loki read over his letter several times to make sure it was acceptable, then sealed it. With a little touch of magic, he had it sent on its way. As soon as he was done, he got up and made his way to the bathroom to join Laney and quietly walked inside.
Laney had her back turned to Loki as she sat at the edge of the bath, while steam flowed in the air around her. She leaned forward to place a bottle of soap on the edge of the large tub, then turned and spotted Loki by the door. "Finished?"
"I am. It was just requesting a meeting, so it was a simple letter to write." Loki answered, then started to undress himself.
Laney watched as Loki removed his shirt and let it fall to the floor, then she absently bit her bottom lip when he reached for his trousers. "Sounds simple enough."
"Do you like what you see?" Loki asked with a little smirk. He reached down to start removing his pants as well.
"I do," Laney answered unabashed as she watched him undo the front and let them slowly fall to the floor.
Loki pushed his underwear down last, then stepped out of the pile of clothes. He then walked over and stepped into the water next to Laney, watching as she watched his every move.
Once he was within reach, Laney reached out and ran one hand down his side and along his hip, feeling his smooth skin against her own. "Something on your mind?" She asked playfully.
"I don't know, what do you feel up to?" Loki asked, still concerned for Laney's healing.
Upon seeing the concern in Loki's eyes, Laney turned and fully faced him, not hiding any of her body from his view. "I am fully healed, love. I'm up for anything you'd like."
"I know, but it's still hard for me to let that sink in given how hard the pregnancy was." Loki admitted.
Laney shrugged and stepped down into the waist deep tub before she sunk into the water, up to her shoulders. "Women are amazing beings Loki. We can deal with many things."
"You have proven that a hundred times over. I am just worried I will be too rough and injure you." Loki followed Laney into the water and trailed his hands down her arms.
"You wouldn't injure me Loki, that I can assure you," Laney replied. She moved to rest her hands on his chest, feeling him tense at her touch.
Loki leaned in and kissed Laney deeply, feeling as she relaxed against him. "Your body is so beautiful," he murmured when he pulled away to nip her bottom lip.
"I could say the same about you," Laney replied quietly. She ran her hands upward and across his shoulders, letting the water trail down his skin.
Loki couldn't help the feelings that were stirring and starting to show. "I want you."
Laney glanced down, able to see the stirrings of Loki's erection beneath the water, before she looked back up at him. "You can have me any way you want me."
"Even here in the bath?" Loki asked in a sultry tone.
"Yes, even here, naked and wet with water and bath oils," Laney purred in response.
Loki tried to bite back a moan as he wrapped his arms around Laney and lifted her so she could wrap her legs around his waist.
Laney chuckled and kissed Loki's cheek, then nipped his earlobe while she clung to him. "How is my bedroom talk?" She whispered.
"I love your bedroom talk. The naughtier the better." Loki chuckled. He moved his hips a little to rub himself along her folds.
A small gasp left Laney's lips before she let one hand wander between them to press Loki's fully hard erection against his stomach before she ground herself against him. "I'll have to remember that. I like that you enjoy it."
Loki gave a louder moan. "I was surprised the first time, but I love your dirty talk."
"Well then... how does it feel to have me wet and rubbing against your hard willing body?" Laney asked boldly.
"It makes me want and need you even more." Loki groaned, feeling desperate to fill her.
Laney captured his lips in a searing kiss before she slowly pulled away. "Do you want to guide yourself inside?" She murmured.
"Are you ready for me?" Loki asked, his voice sounding more like a growl.
"More than ready," Laney responded as held herself hovered over his length, trembling at the thought of it being inside her.
Loki reached down between them and guided himself into her, then helped her slide down his length until he was seated deep within. He moaned and shuddered with delight as he felt her warmth surround him.
Laney sighed as she felt her body spasm around him, getting used to the intrusion once more. "You feel so good," she sighed.
"I love your heat so much." Loki groaned.
"I love you more," Laney murmured, then gently rolled her hips, causing them both to moan. "You might want to rest on a seat or against a wall."
"Do you plan on making my knees buckle?" Loki teased. He walked backwards and sat on the seat with Laney in his lap, then captured her lips in a kiss.
Laney kissed him back earnestly as she ran her hands through his hair and gently gripped onto him while she slowly ground her hips. "Who knows," she breathed once she pulled away to nip at his jaw.
Loki slid his hands down to Laney's hips and helped her grind on him. "Gods you feel so good."
"You do too," Laney replied breathlessly as she smiled at Loki.
"Faster." Loki moaned, moving his hips as much as he could.
Laney arched her back as she rolled her hips faster, hearing the water slosh around them. "Ye-s."
Loki moaned louder then slid his hands under Laney. Holding her up, he moved his hips faster into her.
"Gods!" Laney cried out as she buried her head into Loki's neck, the feel of his body against hers making her tremble.
"Let go darling." Loki growled, rocking his hips faster as his climax built.
"I'm... I'm almost there," Laney gasped, feeling the tension in her stomach come to its peak.
"I'm close." Loki grunted as he increased his pace.
Laney put her hands on Loki's shoulders and gripped them tightly as her body went rigid with her climax, unable to move momentarily with the force of it, causing her to cry out.
Loki grunted louder as his legs shook with his own climax. "Gods, Laney." He moaned loudly.
It took a few deep breaths to bring Laney back into focus. She slumped down into Loki's embrace and hugged onto him tightly, still feeling her body buzz with her climax. "I love you Loki," she murmured.
"I love you more darling." Loki said softly, breathless himself. "Do you want me to take you to bed?"
Laney chuckled as she lifted her head to capture his lips. "We might want to bathe first."
"I can use a spell for that, if you are too tired now." Loki explained.
"What about the tub?" Laney asked. She looked around and noticed a decent amount of water had gotten onto the floor. "We made a mess."
"I have spells for that as well darling. It will be as if no mess was made." Loki assured Laney.
"We can go to bed then. I'm starting to feel chilly," Laney replied.
"Shall I carry you?" Loki asked as he silently cast a spell to warm her.
Laney shivered as the warmth rolled over her, causing her to practically melt in his arms. "If you would like to."
"I always want to." Loki said softly. He scooped Laney up into his arms as he stood. His drying spell took effect on them both as he stepped out of the tub and carried Laney to bed.
"You are such a romantic," Laney cooed as she let Loki lower her to sit on the edge of the bed. She looked up at him with a sweet smile as she let her eyes wander over him. "It's been a while since we slept nude together."
"We can sleep nude tonight if you want. I miss feeling your warmth all night." Loki replied, standing next to the bed.
Laney grinned and nodded. "I would love to. I have missed it."
Loki leaned down and pressed a soft kiss to Laney's lips, then he walked to the other side of the bed before he pulled the covers back then climbed into bed.
"You know, I still remember the first time we slept in the same bed, years ago," Laney commented as she turned and laid down.
"I remember it as well. It was the first time we had a sleepover without my brother and his friends." Loki said as he moved closer to Laney.
Laney slid up against Loki's chest and pecked his lips. "I had a bad dream that night and you comforted me and held me all night."
"You never did tell me what that dream was about." Loki pointed out.
"I'm not sure I could remember now," Laney said honestly. "It was a long time ago."
"I would be surprised if you did remember. I would hold you and comfort you all the same." Loki said truthfully.
"I would do the same for you, at any time you need me, I'm right here."
"I know you would be... things like that just aren't very easy for me to talk about." Loki sighed.
Laney smiled at him softly and began to caress slowly along his chest with her fingertips. "You've gotten better though. I want you to be able to tell me anything."
"It's such a complicated feeling. I trust you, that is not the issue at all. I still can't talk to mother about things that bother me either." Loki admitted.
"Well, just know that I am always right here," Laney told him. "I'm not going to pressure you into anything you don't want to do. Not unless I feel it's super important that is," she added with a smirk.
"I don't feel like I'm being pressured into anything. I just wish I knew why it's so hard for me to open up." Loki told Laney.
"That's something you need to look inside yourself for that answer."
"I know in part it is because I am scared to express my fears." Loki said softly.
Laney moved to be flush against Loki's chest and felt as he wrapped his legs around hers. "Most people are," she murmured. "People believe it shows weakness."
"I don't think it shows weakness, I'm just scared of how the people around me will react." Loki said softly, wrapping his arms around Laney.
"You don't have to worry about how everyone thinks or reacts. Besides, I'm not going anywhere," Laney told him.
"I still worry about the Jotun blood." Loki muttered.
Laney furrowed her brow. "What about it sweetheart?" She asked softly.
"What if that woman tries to make me go back to Jotunheim? What if Star decides she wants to live with the Jotnar?" Loki sighed.
"Well, for one, that woman cannot make you go anywhere. There's nothing that could make you move there unless you went on your own," Laney replied as she slowly caressed his bare chest, hoping to soothe him. "For two, that is a very long time from now. No one can tell the future completely and it's not good to dwell on things that far ahead. Star will make her own decisions at some point, but something that big is not happening anytime soon."
Loki placed his hand over Laney's, on his chest. "It would all be so much easier if I could learn to accept this heritage." He said, frustrated with himself.
"I know, darling. Nobody should find out there's a whole other side to them like you did," Laney murmured. "I wish I knew how to make things better and ease your mind."
"Part of it is that I still fear Odin will banish me if I were to become too accepting of that side." Loki admitted, keeping his hand over hers.
Laney shook her head as a look of determination quickly showed on her face. "I truly believe Odin has realized his mistakes. But if he were to try anything, he would have several very angry people after him and one tiny little girl."
"I don't know that he has. He still treats me the same as he always has." Loki muttered.
"Do you really believe that?" Laney murmured. "I have seen a change in him. Your mother has too. It's not a huge change, but it's been noticeable."
"A change in what way?" Loki asked, honestly curious.
"He honors your opinions on things, and I have heard how much he likes that you're helping Thor," she told him.
"He just doesn't want to challenge Thor's choice to have me as an advisor." Loki said off hand.
"That might have been true in the beginning, but it's been months and he has let you take the lead on several things," Laney said.
"He has granted a few requests, but Thor still has to take the lead. I was very frustrated when he insisted on that with the Jotun peace treaty." Loki admitted.
Laney ran her hand back and forth along Loki's collarbone. "He is preparing Thor to become King, love. You need to remind yourself that Thor will be the person that everything will be approved from. But Thor values your opinion so heavily that he does not want to be King if you are not at his side. Odin knows this."
Loki shook his head. "I have no issues with my brother nor his future rule. I am actually eager for the day he takes the throne. I... I just..." he trailed off, not wanting to admit his next thoughts.
"Sweetheart, you can tell me anything. You can trust me," Laney murmured.
Loki stayed quiet for a moment, then looked down at the blanket. "I was going to petition to be the new Jotun ambassador..."
Laney's eyes widened. "That's... an amazing idea Loki. How long have you been thinking this?"
Loki blushed softly. "I have been thinking about it for a while. When Odin wouldn't let me lead the peace treaty, I gave up for now though. He won't approve."
"You don't know that. Have you talked to Thor about it?" Laney asked.
Loki shook his head. "No. I will petition once my brother takes the throne. If he denies it, I feel like he will at least give a fair reason. Odin just doesn't want me to have that level of power."
"Loki, you need to at least talk to your brother about it. I think it is a wonderful idea in my opinion."
"He can't override Odin though. I thought this might help me come to better terms with my heritage. I feel like that is part of why Odin limits my power with Jotunheim." Loki explained.
Laney smiled and leaned forward and pecked Loki's lips, then his chin. "It's a big step that you're wanting to take, and I am very proud of you for it."
"I guess I can mention it to my brother tomorrow." Loki finally agreed.
"If you would like to, I think that would be a good idea," Laney replied sweetly as she ran one hand through Loki's long hair.
"I still don't think he can really do much at the moment... but at least he will know what my thoughts are. I haven't even mentioned this to mother." Loki admitted.
"Well, I am happy that you've told me," Laney said honestly. "It makes me feel good that you're willing to tell me."
"I want to be open with you more than anyone, and I'm trying so hard to improve. I just feel like I take a step back every time I make any progress." Loki said softly.
Laney quickly placed a finger over his lips, stopping him from talking. "What you've told me tonight is a big step in the right direction. Everyone moves at their own pace, and I am with you every step of the way."
Loki grinned and kissed her finger before speaking again. "Do you really mean it? You would support me becoming the new ambassador?" He asked softly.
"Loki, of course I would support you. I would support you in anything that you would want to do," Laney assured.
Loki finally gave Laney a small smile. "You are far too good to me."
Laney chuckled. "Why do you always say that?"
"Because it's true. You treat me better than anyone else ever has. You have always been extremely kind to me." Loki explained.
"You've always been my best friend Loki, since we were little. Those feelings have only gotten larger over time. I love you so much I could burst," Laney said softly.
Loki held Laney closer. "You've always been my best friend as well. You still are. My best friend and my wife."
Laney began to place butterfly kisses along his chest, feeling Loki flex in response. "Almost your wife," she whispered.
"The ceremony is just that darling, a ceremony. Our commitment to each other is what bonds us." Loki replied, moving his hand to stroke her hair.
"I like the sound of that," Laney smiled. "My darling, loving husband."
"It will be nice to have it official to everyone though." Loki admitted. "I love you more than anything."
"I love you too, so very much." Laney quickly captured his lips in a deep kiss while she placed a hand on the back of his neck.
Loki combed his fingers through her hair. "I love our family. We have the perfect little family."
"Yes, we do," Laney murmured. "Maybe one day, our little family will grow."
"I would love that, but only if and when you feel ready. I know how hard it was for you to carry Star." Loki said softly.
Laney shrugged while she played with the sparse amount of hair on Loki's chest. "Every time you carry, it's supposed to be different. But someday, the thought of a little boy sounds wonderful."
"I know it can be different each time. I have also heard it is different the first time as it is the first time your body goes through the changes... but what if we try again and have another girl?" Loki asked curiously.
"If it's another girl, I will love her as much as we love little Star. It still amazes me that we made something as beautiful as her."
"I would kind of like to have another girl, but a son would be equally wonderful." Loki agreed.
Laney smiled and kissed Loki once more, just as she heard Star begin to fuss in the next room. "Someone will be wanting her late-night feeding," she murmured.
"I will go get her darling. You stay here and relax." Loki stole a quick kiss, then untangled himself from Laney so he could get up. He quickly walked into the nursery to get Star.
I love that man more than he will ever realize. Laney watched Loki walk into the nursery bare naked, which made her chuckle. She knew Star wouldn't remember her father retrieving her without clothes on, but it made her giggle none the less.
When Loki returned with Star, he was also wearing a pair of shorts. "She is very hungry this evening." He said, bringing Star to Laney.
Laney took Star from Loki's arms while she fussed and swung her arms about. "Shh, little one," she cooed as she positioned Star to her breast, only to feel her eagerly latch onto her, making her wince. "Easy, little girl."
"Darling, is she hurting you?" Loki asked Laney. He sat near her on the edge of the bed.
"She latched really hard," Laney said with a grimace. "It's not comfortable when she nurses this hard."
"Is there something we can do to encourage her to be more gentle?" Loki asked, not wanting Laney in pain.
"I'm honestly not sure. I do switch sides as much as I can, but I get sore," Laney answered. "Star is a very eager eater."
"Should we talk to mother or Desi about it?" Loki asked, wanting to do something to help.
Laney shrugged, then yawned. "We can. Maybe there's a balm or something."
"Do you want me to go get them now?" Loki offered.
"No. It's late, Loki. I'm sure everyone is asleep," Laney answered. "After she eats, we ought to get some sleep."
"Alright, we can wait until morning." Loki agreed. "I do feel a bit tired as well."
Laney nodded and yawned as she felt Star begin to lighten up on her breast, getting sleepy. "She will be finished soon."
"I will take her back to bed when she's finished." Loki told Laney, seeing how tired she was.
"You're so sweet, love." Laney looked down at Star as she nursed and rubbed at her little head before she placed a kiss on her forehead. "Darling girl."
"She is so precious. I love her so much." Loki said softly, watching their baby girl.
"I do too," Laney replied. "Just think, you were so frightened about being a dad. Now you excel at it in many ways."
"I still have so many worries, but I know I love her so much." Loki said truthfully.
"I think all parents worry. That will be nothing new." Laney looked down to see Star had unlatched and had fallen asleep. "Back to bed with you," she murmured.
"I doubt most parents have to work through the same worries that we do." Loki pointed out. He stood and gently took Star. "Back to bed sweet girl." He cooed at Star.
Laney smirked as she watched Loki take Star into his arms. "Worrying about your child using magic to be bad is one of those," she chuckled.
"Why would she use magic for bad?" Loki asked, confused.
"I'm talking about her using it to get her way, or to do something she knows she's not supposed to," Laney clarified.
"I think all children try to get their way, to a certain extent. Having magic will be the same as our parents raising us." Loki pointed out.
Laney chuckled. "That's what I'm afraid of."
"You did not use your magic for anything too bad." Loki reminded Laney. You're worried she will be like me.
"No, I didn't. But both of us together got in a lot of mischief. I don't regret it though, it was a lot of fun," Laney chuckled. "I just want her to learn magic wisely, and I know you'll teach her everything she needs to know. If she does do something, we will parent it together. Things happen."
"I can't find fault in a little bit of harmless mischief. In fact, I think a little bit of mischief is good. It comes with lessons on not being too serious all the time." Loki explained nervously.
Laney smiled. "It does, I agree. I know she will have a mischievous side, and I will love it just as much as I love that side of you."
"I hope she doesn't have too much of that side though." Loki said softly.
"Why do you say that?" Laney asked.
"I don't want her to have so much of that side that she gets into actual trouble." Loki said truthfully.
Laney sat up and smiled, knowing her bare chest was in his view. "I'm sure she will get into trouble. All children do." She looked down at Star and smiled. "Go and put her to bed love. She's in dreamland."
Loki nodded and carried Star into the nursery and tucked her into bed. "Good night sweet girl." Loki whispered, then kissed Star's forehead.
Afterward, Loki returned to the bedroom and climbed into bed with Laney. He grinned as she quickly snuggled up to him for body heat, feeling that her skin was cool to the touch.
"It's gotten a bit chilly," Laney murmured as she buried her head into Loki's chest and curled her legs around his for warmth.
"I will keep you warm darling." Loki promised sweetly. "I will also make sure the fire is built up more, now that the season is turning cold."
"That sounds wonderful." Laney replied, her voice muffled against Loki's chest. She smiled to herself before she placed an open-mouthed kiss to his skin.
Loki gave a content sigh when he felt Laney's soft lips against his skin. "We should get some rest darling. Don't you work with Desi tomorrow?"
"I do," Laney whispered in reply, only to place an open-mouthed kiss over one of his nipples. "Do you want me to stop?"
Loki felt his nipple instantly perk up in response to her kiss. "No, never. But you aren't canceling because of me." He chuckled.
"I can't help that you're irresistible," Laney teased, then blew air onto Loki's nipple, watching it harden in satisfaction.
"I can't help but be irresistible." Loki teased. He gave a soft gasp when he felt his nipple harden. "Someone is insatiable tonight." He smirked.
Laney chuckled then did the same to Loki's other nipple. "I cannot help it. I just feel like I need to be as close to you as possible. I've missed being able to do this with you."
"I have missed this also. I've missed worshipping your beautiful body." Loki growled.
A shiver rolled down Laney's spine at the change in Loki's voice. "Your voice gives me chills when you sound like that," she whispered.
"I know and I love how you react." Loki growled, then smiled mischievously at seeing Laney visibly shiver.
"You're doing that on purpose," Laney said. She met Loki's eyes and smirked before she leaned up and nipped at his jaw.
Loki gave a soft groan. "Why wouldn't I do it on purpose?"
Laney chuckled. "I think you just like to see how much I want you."
Loki gave a little smirk. "Guilty as charged."
"Well then, what do you plan on doing about it?" Laney asked cheekily.
Loki pretended to think about it for a moment. "I think I will see how much you want me." He said in a seductive tone.
"Now, how am I to show you that?" Laney teased. She scooted herself up the bed to place open mouthed kisses along his jaw and neck.
"Your turn to take the lead. My body is yours to do with as you please." Loki said, feeling more excited by the very thought.
Laney smirked as she trailed one hand down his chest and over his hip to rest just at his pubic bone. "Really?" She teased. "No suggestions?"
Loki shifted to press himself against her more. "I have many, but I want you to have a chance to explore."
"I would love to see what makes you moan for me, as a change of things," Laney teased. She gently ran her hand through the black hair on his lower abdomen before she slowly ran a hand along his semi erect length.
Loki arched his back to have more contact with her hand. "Gods you are such a tease."
Laney laughed. "A tease would barely touch you," she replied as she gripped him in her hand and gave a gentle squeeze.
Loki replied with a groan. "Yet you still manage to tease."
"Well... do you like a firm grip or a soft touch?" Laney asked. She gently pressed on his hip to get him to lie on his back before she shuffled around. Once comfortable, she bent down and placed an open-mouthed kiss on each of his hips.
Loki's hips twitched, eager for more. "I like a soft touch for playing, but a rough touch for more intense release."
Laney looked up at Loki and locked eyes as she bit down on his left hip, then slowly licked the bite. "What're you in the mood for?"
Loki moaned softly, now fully erect. "Rough. I do like the bites."
"I know you do," Laney murmured. She proceeded to place kisses across his lower abdomen then bit the other hip, adding a bit more pressure.
Loki moaned louder, feeling his erection throb and twitch. "Gods Laney..."
"Where do you want me, love?" Laney questioned seductively. Her eyes caught the sight of moisture on the tip of his length, making her smirk before she slowly removed it with a lick.
Loki felt his hips twitch again. "Can you start with your mouth?" He nervously asked.
"I can," Laney answered, then kissed the tip of his length, feeling it twitch against her lips. "Should I start here?" she whispered.
"Yes..." Loki said, already a little breathless. He reached down and tangled his fingers in Laney's hair.
Laney gently kissed the tip once more before she opened her mouth and slowly dipped her head downward, enjoying his taste as she took in as much as she could. When she reached as far as she could go without gagging, Laney made sure the suction was tight and lifted her head, back to where only the tip stayed in her mouth.
Loki gave a louder moan and tightened his grip in her hair. "That's perfect darling."
It didn't take long before Laney began a rhythm of bobbing her head up and down all while she massaged and pressed on his hips with her hands.
Loki fought to keep his hips still. When his arousal became too great, he gently stopped Laney and led her up to where he could kiss her. "I want to finish inside of you."
Laney grinned as she moved to hover above him. "Do you want me to ride you?" She asked playfully.
"Yes." Loki panted, feeling desperate for her warmth.
"How bad?" Laney asked teasingly as she slowly rolled her hips against his.
"Gods Laney, please..." Loki begged. "I've never felt need this strong before."
Laney lifted up and reached between them to take Loki's length in her hand before she guided it to her entrance and she slowly lowered herself onto him, letting out a soft moan.
Loki immediately bucked his hips into her, moaning with her. "You feel hotter than usual."
"I can't explain it, but you feel... more intense," Laney replied. She bent down to capture Loki's lips in a searing kiss while she began to roll her hips.
Loki moaned into the kiss. "Is that a good thing?" He grabbed Laney's hips to help her move.
"Ye-es," Laney sighed as her head fell to rest in the crook of his neck. She let her hips move on their own accord, moaning as she began to pump faster.
Loki dug his fingers into her hips hard enough to leave marks and started to move his hips to match her pace. It wasn't long until he flipped them, so he was on top and began to piston himself within her.
Laney cried out as she quickly wrapped her arms around Loki's neck and her legs around his hips to keep herself stable. "Ugh, don't stop Loki..."
"Can I go harder?" Loki grunted, not wanting to hurt her.
"Yes... please," Laney breathed. She leaned up and placed open mouthed kisses on Loki's neck before she nipped at his tender skin.
Loki braced himself with his hands next to Laney's head, then he rocked his hips with more force. The look on Laney's face once he'd begun to thrust harder, almost made him climax right then. Gods, she is beautiful.
Laney's fingers dug into her own arms, unwilling to let go of the grip she had around Loki's neck. "Oh... fuck. Loki... don't stop!"
"Talk... dirty." Loki grunted, shifting to hit her sweet spot.
"Oh!" Laney gasped, arching her back. "Right there, you feel so good Loki. I love the way you fill me."
Loki focused on hitting her sweet spot with each hard thrust. "I'm close." He growled, turned on even more by her reactions.
Laney's grip moved to Loki's shoulders, her fingers biting into his skin. "Me too baby."
"Bite." He growled, wanting to feel her teeth against his skin.
Not being needed to be told twice, Laney leaned her head up and bit down on where Loki's shoulder and neck met. She cried out with her release just as she bit down, making her bite harder and suppress a scream.
The combination of the bite and Laney's climax sent Loki over the edge, making him shout as he felt his legs shake with the intensity of his pleasure. He buried his head into the crook of Laney's neck while he thrust in a quick frenzy, riding out his climax.
Laney let go of Loki's neck to see she had drawn blood. "I'm sorry Loki. I hurt you again." She moved to place one of her hands over the wound and put pressure on it.
Loki rolled over and laid next to Laney. "It is fine darling, I quite enjoyed it." He said truthfully, sounding out of breath.
"I don't mean to bite that hard, honestly. That was... pretty intense. The hottest session we've ever had."
"I enjoy it when you bite that hard." Loki agreed, then leaned over and captured Laney's lips in a deep kiss. "I just feel more excited than normal."
"I do too," Laney agreed, then quickly captured Loki's lips again. "We should probably get some sleep."
"Do you have to work tomorrow?" Loki fussed. He pulled Laney close, taking in their mingled scents.
Laney chuckled and kissed Loki's shoulder, now laying on her side, her legs mingled with his. "I'm supposed to. Why?"
"I would be happy to just stay in bed and make love to you all day, is why." Loki chuckled.
"That eager?" Laney chuckled quietly. "That sounds very tempting."
"I am, but I won't mess up your work. I will have the rest of the day with you." Loki said truthfully.
"Knowing you, I'll get sneak attacked while in the office," Laney chuckled.
"That's very likely." Loki chuckled.
Laney laughed as she rested her head on Loki's pillow. "I guess I'll have to wait and see then."
"Yes, we will. It will be interesting." Loki agreed, grinning widely.
"We really need to sleep sweetheart. Or we'll be dead in the morning," Laney replied.
Loki gave a little nod, then shifted to share a soft kiss with Laney. "Good night darling."
"Good night, Loki. I love you," Laney whispered in response, already falling asleep.