The endless snowfall blanketed the once desolate landscape of Niflheim, much to Hel's surprise. She hadn't expected it to continue, not after the initial downpour of snow. She certainly wasn't going to argue the fact, especially since it had brought her closer to Balder, and Odin even had seemed to be getting better about things.
She sighed softly, though she was still a bit sad that she couldn't be with her family during the holiday season. The Christmas season had infected her and the inhabitants of Niflheim as well, and they were all excited about the upcoming day. It would be a time of joy and happiness, something that not many of them had ever had before.
It was this desire that had caused Odin to plot with Balder, both of them wanting to give Hel a present that only they could give her.
Balder walked down the corridor of Helheim, searching for his love. They'd become closer and closer, though his father didn't know just how close. Neither did Loki, which he was glad of. He certainly didn't intend to tell Loki, since he didn't want to die twice.
"Hel?" He stuck his head in the library and smiled, seeing her sitting in the plush chair, reading.
She looked up and smiled at Balder, instantly on her feet and over to him. "How are you? I haven't seen you all day!"
"I know and I'm sorry. But I have a present for you," Balder winked, taking her hand and leading her out of the library and to the room that Odin was waiting for them in. Odin didn't say anything when they entered, merely winked and opened a portal. Hel arched an eyebrow, but wasn't able to say anything as she was pushed through, Balder and Odin following.
She blinked, staring in disbelief at the kitchen. Wasn't this in her father's mansion? It was then that she saw Loki and Mayura sitting at a table, kissing. She turned a deep scarlet and cleared her throat.
"Eh?" Loki stared in shock at the three newcomers, a flush creeping up his cheeks.
Odin snickered, an evil smirk on his lips. Everything was worth it, just to see Loki's expression on his face. "Merry Christmas! Your in-laws have arrived!"