Loki looked at the fire in the kitchen while he leaned against one of the counters. It was the only place he could think to go as he had no desire to talk to his mother in the presence of anyone else. "How has overseeing court been? Is it as exciting as Odin made it sound?" He asked his brother, partially teasing as he knew it was a boring affair.
Thor chuckled as he made himself a glass of water. "It's been... steady. It's hard for me to understand some things sometimes. I'll be glad when I have you beside me."
"I would have been in there with you already but Laney needs extra help right now. You can always send for me if you need any advice." Loki told his brother. "Once the baby is here and Laney has recovered, then I can fully attend with you."
"I completely understand brother and I am happy to see you act this way. You are so doting to her and it makes my heart happy," Thor replied. "One day I want to have what you do."
"You do have what I have brother. You know that, right?" Loki asked softly.
Thor gulped down his water, then placed the cup on a counter nearby. "I love Desi... very much. I just find myself yearning for a family."
"You say that like she is lacking... does she not wish to have a family?" Loki asked curiously.
"She actually agreed to try to start a family with me today," Thor replied sheepishly. "I know we are not betrothed or wed and I don't want to push her."
Loki's eyes went wide in surprise, then he gave his brother a big grin. "That is wonderful brother!" He said happily. "Starting a family is a lot of fun." He chuckled.
Thor rolled his eyes and laughed. "I imagine it was a lot quicker for you brother."
"Yeah... but that just means more fun for you." Loki chuckled. "Have you talked to her about marriage? I would think she would at least be open to the idea if she is willing to have a family with you." Loki said truthfully.
"I want to ask her but we haven't been courting very long," Thor countered.
"It isn't always about the length of time brother. If you feel that strongly for her, you should act on it. You love her enough to have a family with her... and she clearly returns those feelings." Loki pointed out.
Thor nodded and rubbed the back of his neck. "I don't have a ring... but I could still ask her. I just don't want her to think I am asking because she agreed to try for a family."
"Then wait a few days and take her out on a nice date. Make it something nice and romantic. It will take her mind off all that and make it a genuine proposal. You might also have a chance to find a ring by that time" Loki suggested.
"You have genius ideas," Thor replied. "Where should I take her?"
"That is why I'm your advisor." Loki smirked. "The lake is always nice. There is a lake just past the market area that is especially nice. I have actually been meaning to take Laney down there when she's able." Loki explained, knowing there was a lot of fireflies at that lake.
"Maybe I could prepare a meal to take with us and eat at the lake," Thor replied, thinking aloud. "I think she would like that."
"Now you're thinking." Loki said approvingly. "Now we just have to get you a ring!"
"I don't want to give her something really fancy, but I don't want it to be plain either."
"I think a nice picnic at the lake would be perfect. It isn't always about how fancy it is. It's the time and thought put into it. Show her a great time and that is all that truly matters." Loki explained, wanting it to be successful for his brother.
Thor smiled. "Thank you, Loki." He looked around the kitchens then. "Should we bring something back for the girls to snack on?"
"Yes, I think they would like that." Loki said and went right to the coolers for some Jotun fruit for Laney. "Are you in court tomorrow or do you want to go look for a ring at the market?"
"Tomorrow is an off day for court, so I will be free," Thor replied as he grabbed a couple of apples and began to cut them up.
"I will see if Laney will be alright for a few hours. If she is, I will go with you, and show you the best place to go at the lake." Loki promised. "It's kind of funny that you will likely still end up married first." He chuckled, and cut up the Jotun fruit.
Thor frowned. "That would not be fair to you and Laney. I would want the both of you to have the opportunity to wed first," he said. "You've been betrothed longer."
"Don't wait on us brother, not with how we keep getting delayed by the council." Loki replied, then placed the fruit slices in a nice bowl.
"I would feel awful about it though," he grumbled as he put the cut apples into a bowl, then grabbed some grapes.
"I don't want you held up because of us. That isn't fair to you either." Loki pointed out, then picked out a second Jotun fruit to add to the bowl. "If the council doesn't decide tomorrow, don't wait on us. I mean it."
Thor sighed, but nodded. "Alright."
Loki stayed quiet for a few minutes. "How do I tell Laney if the council denies the royal titles? I know it won't change how she feels about me, but she deserves a royal wedding." he said softly.
"I'm sure it will get approved. Laney comes from a good family and a family that is respected," Thor stated.
"It isn't Laney they are questioning... it's my title. Since I don't share blood with the royal family, they are saying my title is just honorary." Loki explained.
Thor's eyes narrowed. "That is shit Loki. I will fight that myself if I have to," Thor growled. "You are Royal by blood and by family. There's no disputing that."
Loki shook his head. "It isn't your fight brother and the council is disputing it. As soon as mother tried to set a date for the wedding, they challenged it. I even openly agreed that we would never challenge you for the throne, even if we had a son." He said, not sure what else to do.
"If mother is at the council's throat, then rest assured she will get things done," Thor responded, though still felt bristled. "Do you have everything ready for Laney?"
"She isn't. I told her it was my fight, just as I told you." Loki sighed then picked up the bowl. "Yes, I have everything ready."
Thor picked up his bowl of prepared fruit. "Then fight Loki. That is what you'll need to do."
"I am brother, I am." Loki assured him, then led the way out of the kitchen. "You know, if you have a girl, you can have the extra clothes we picked out."
"I will gladly take them," Thor agreed. "Although I know very little about young girls if I am honest."
"You can help your niece and learn everything you need to know. As babies, I don't think there's really any difference between girls and boys... other than the obvious, so it will be good practice for you." Loki said, happy to be able to help.
Thor chuckled as they turned a corner and continued to walk down the hallway. "I shall do what I can then," he replied.
"I've seen you with children before, and you really shouldn't worry so much. You'll do great." Loki said with a little smile.
"I like playing with the children in the villages," he admitted.
"I have seen you with them. You are a natural." Loki encouraged, then led them down the final hall to his chambers.
"Thank you brother," Thor said with a slight blush as they reached the chamber doors.
Loki opened the door for them and walked inside. "Darling, are you hungry? We brought some snacks." He said as he walked into the sitting room.
Laney looked up from the book her and Desi were both looking at and smiled. "A snack sounds lovely."
Loki walked over and sat next to Laney, offering her the bowl. "What are you reading?"
She took the bowl and kissed Loki's cheek while Thor sat on the other side, beside Desi. "A baby book."
"Is this what you visited the library for a few days ago?" Loki asked curiously, looking over at the book with interest.
"Yes. It's an information book of sorts," Laney replied. "It gives tips for new parents."
"I will take a look at it when you have finished reading it." Loki said, wanting to be as prepared as possible.
Laney grinned and leaned against Loki's side before she took a piece of the fruit and popped it in her mouth. "You got my favorite!" She said happily.
"Of course I did... I think it is little star's favorite as well." He replied happily. "Only the best for my girls."
"You're so sweet Loki," Laney cooed, then grasped his chin to capture his lips.
Loki smiled into the kiss and pulled Laney into a loving embrace. "I love you."
"I love you too sweetheart," she murmured into his ear, then discreetly nipped his earlobe before she pulled away with a smirk.
Loki held back a soft groan when she nipped him. "If you don't mind, I think we're going to turn in for the night." Desi told Laney, figuring she would want the rest of the evening with Loki as much as she wanted some time with Thor.
Laney turned to Desi and nodded. "Of course. Rest well, both of you."
"You too. I'm off tomorrow, so we can hang out if you want." Desi offered. as Thor and her both stood.
"I will let you know what our plans are," Laney replied.
"If you feel well enough, I was going to attend some errands with my brother tomorrow. It would only be for a few hours." Loki told Laney, knowing he would feel better if she was with someone while he was gone.
Laney nodded. "We can have brunch together tomorrow then," she said. "How does that sound?"
"That sounds perfect! I'll see you then!" She said happily and took Thor's arm so they could walk together..
Thor grinned and nodded to Loki and Laney. "Good night both of you," he said, then led Desi out of the chambers.
Desi waited until they were out in the hall, then turned to Thor. "I've been thinking a lot about things... and I think we need to agree that while titles do come with duties, our relationship is just for us, and anything we decide for the relationship is for us... and keep the politics separate." She told him, hoping he would agree.
Thor nodded, listening to her every word. He squeezed her hand gently. "I agree, my girl. Everything that has to deal with only us alone, will be just that."
Desi gave him a loving smile. "I think that makes everything perfect." She said sweetly, now more at ease for the short walk to their chambers.
They reached their chambers and Thor opened the door for Desi to walk inside, then followed behind her. "Everything with you is perfect my love."
Desi walked further into their chambers then playfully pulled Thor after her. "Is this the first time you've thought about having a family, or have you always wanted one?" She asked curiously.
"I've always thought I'd have children," he admitted. "But seeing the love between Loki and Laney for their little girl just makes me wish for my own even more."
"I hope I can help make that wish come true." Desi said softly, then stood on her tiptoes to kiss him softly.
Thor returned her kiss with a smile, then leaned down to hoist her in his arms by grabbing her thighs. "Are we fulfilling that now?" He asked playfully.
"I think we are." Desi giggled and wrapped her legs around his waist before kissing him deeply.
Thor chuckled as he blindly walked to the bedroom and sat down on the edge of the bed. Thor ran his tongue along her bottom lip while his hands began pulling up her skirts. "I like the sound of that."
A shiver ran down Desi's spine when she felt his tongue. "Don't keep your girl waiting then." She grinned and pulled away just enough to untie his tunic.
Thor growled as he nipped her bottom lip, then moved his hands to begin working on the laces of her dress. "That would be rather mean wouldn't it?"
Desi moaned softly in reply. "It would be as cruel as your girl making you wait." She whispered, finally pulling his tunic open.
He helped her pull his tunic over his head, then nipped and sucked at her neck. "I almost have your dress undone," he murmured. She whimpered in pleasure as he raised a mark on her neck. Reaching behind her, she helped him untie her dress, then let it slide down her body and pool in his lap around her waist. Thor grinned, then kissed down to her collarbone, then to the top of her breasts. "My beautiful Desi," he murmured. He stood with her in his arms and helped her get the dress to fall to the floor before he turned and laid her on her back on the bed.
Desi stole a quick kiss as he laid her down. She kept her arms tight around his neck, making him go down on the bed with her. "My handsome prince needs to hurry up with those trousers."
"Eager are we?" Thor growled. He nipped at her chin, then her jaw before he grasped one of her hands and lifted up on his elbow so he could trail her hand down to the ties of his trousers.
"It is easy to feel eager once you start touching me." Desi said, then shifted to nip at his neck playfully. When she untied his trousers, she made sure to lightly rub her hand along his length through the fabric.
Thor groaned and pressed into her hand before he helped her remove his trousers completely. "It's never wise to tease," he said playfully.
"Oh? What will happen if I tease?" Desi asked with a smirk as she brushed her fingers over his tip to tease him more.
Thor hissed and tried to get more contact by pushing his hips forward. "I can tease right back," he answered.
"Fair point." Desi chuckled, but continued with her very light touches. To add to her teasing, she decidedly licked the full length of his collarbone.
"Gods... Desi you're going to drive me mad." Thor ran his free hand down to the apex of her thighs and began stroking her through her underwear.
Desi whined with need and used her free hand to work her underwear off. "It's not fair when you tease me." She complained.
Thor chuckled and grasped his shaft in his hand and ran it along her sex as soon as her underwear had been removed. "I think it is plenty fair." Desi gasped at the sensation and wrapped her legs around his waist to encourage him. Combing her fingers into his hair, she pulled him closer for a kiss. "Where do you want me?" Thor murmured as he whispered in her ear, continuing to tease her.
"There's only one place where you can make a baby." Desi said with a smile, more than ready for him.
Thor grinned as he ran his lips along her neck. "Your wish," he murmured, just as he let himself slide inside, "is my command."
Desi moaned softly as he filled her. She lifted her hips so he could go deeper into her. "You always feel perfect."
"So do you," Thor breathed. He sat up on both of his elbows and looked down at the fiery redhead beneath him. "I love you my sweet girl."
"I love you too, my handsome prince." Desi said sweetly. Untangling her fingers from his hair, she wrapped both arms around his neck and kissed him softly.
Thor returned her kiss and slowly began to roll his hips, moaning into her mouth at the feeling. "Gods Thor..." Desi moaned against his lips. She arched her back to take him to the hilt.
"So good," Thor growled as he began to make stronger thrusts while he wrapped his arms around her so she wouldn't start sliding up the bed.
"Perfect... don't stop." Desi moaned, enjoying every sensation coursing through her body. He grunted as he put one hand into Desi's hair while he nipped and sucked at her neck as he continued to make long, strong thrusts.
"Would you like to move to a different position?" he asked her softly.
"What do... you have... in mind?" Desi managed to ask, now a bit breathless. She dug her fingers into his back as her pleasure steadily grew stronger.
Thor smirked before he drew his legs up, picked Desi up without removing himself, then sat in the middle of the bed. "Ride me," he breathed.
Desi moved her hands to his shoulders to brace herself and hold onto him better. She shifted to straddle him better, then began to move her hips, setting a quick pace but still taking his entire entire length each time.
"Yes," Thor moaned as his head fell back. He held onto her hips to help her balance and thrust while he lifted his hips as much as he could. "How does that feel?" he asked with a grin.
"Incredible." Desi replied, rocking her hips in time with his. "I... I'm getting close." She moaned, then licked his neck.
Thor hissed and gripped her hips harder as he helped her pump faster. "I'm getting there too," he gasped.
"Come on babe..." Desi pushed him so he was laying down. She braced herself on his chest, moving at a new angle that would quickly send her over the edge.
He groaned loudly as he continued to help her. "I'm... right there."
"I..." Desi started to say, but cried out in pleasure as the sensations overwhelmed her. When her climax subsided, she was left panting for breath and clinging to Thor, who'd climaxed at hearing the sound of her own.
Thor gasped for air as he rubbed Desi's back. He turned his head and kissed her temple, then her cheek. "I love you," he whispered.
"I love you too." Desi said softly, holding onto Thor as she calmed down. After a few minutes, she relaxed but didn't move, content to lay on him.
He slowly rolled them over so he laid over her and began peppering her face with gentle kisses while his body calmed down.
Desi giggled softly and used one hand to rub his shoulder while the other lightly explored his abs. "You can be so cute at times."
Thor raised an eyebrow at her. "Only at times?" He asked.
"Yes, other times you are sexy." Desi grinned, then softly kissed his lips.
He chuckled as he returned her kiss. "Do you want to get ready for bed?" He asked softly.
"Yes, it's been a long day and I am tired." She admitted. "What are you so busy with tomorrow?" She asked curiously..
"Loki is wanting to show me a few places, that's all," he said softly. Thor gently removed himself from her body, then laid beside her. "Do you want me to clean you up?" He murmured.
She whimpered softly, still hypersensitive. "If you want to, or I can. I will wait until morning for a full shower though." She answered and immediately curled up to him. "Is he looking at different places to possibly have the wedding?"
Thor let her curl up against him, then wrapped one large arm around her. "We can shower in the morning. I'm not sure though, I just know he wants me to come along."
"It must be some sort of surprise for Laney then, since he said he was helping you." Desi mumbled, but that was enough of an answer to let her drop it. "Were you two able to talk to Frigga about the date? I promised Laney I would be her maid of honor, I just need to know when to take time off work."
"The council is giving Loki some trouble. He is fighting them, so hopefully it will be resolved soon," he said softly.
"Why would they cause trouble over a wedding?" She asked and moved to pull the blankets over them.
"Something over titles," Thor replied. "It's nothing you need to worry about."
"Is it something you can help with?" She asked and nuzzled into his neck when she laid down again.
Thor sighed quietly, content at her closeness. "He doesn't want me to help," he replied quietly. "I will honor his wishes."
"That's probably best." She mumbled, starting to doze off.
"Good night," he murmured, then drifted off into slumber, right behind her.
