Warning, contains yaoi. Now, onto the story!

Chapter 7

"I still cannot believe Mother choose you," Thor said again. "And that you even agreed!"

Clint couldn't help the blush as he look down at his hands. "She was looking at the other Avengers as well. She knew we all would be able to make you happy but I guess I was the only one who could support you as your Queen. Not to mention, I already liked you."

"You do?" Thor stammered. It was a dream come true.

Clint nodded. "Have you..."

"Only in my dreams," Thor admitted. "For a while, I admit, I thought you were involved with the Widow."

"Natasha? We are close but we've never been anything more than friends, partners," Clint reassured. "Did you ever expect something like this when your mother chose your Intended."

Thor shook his head. "I imagine some blushing virgin who was unable to speak for themselves or someone who was hungry for the crown. Instead, I have a warrior who I already trust with my life. It is a wonderful thing, Hawkeye!"

"You know, since we are going to be a bit more personal, you can call me Clint," Clint smiled. "If you want."

"I thought you preferred your warrior name," Thor mused.

"Hawkeye is more of a code name than anything else. Those that are close to me get to call me Clint," Clint said.

Thor's smile brightened. "Of course, Clint."

Clint smiled. "Now that you are here, maybe you could show me around Asgard. Frigga's been very kind but I haven't seen anything past the gardens and I am a hawk. I can't be coped up forever."

"Did no one else offer to escort you?" Thor asked.

"No one wants to deal with the mortal."

"They will come around to see what I do," Thor reassured. "I'm sure if you said something to my brother..." Thor stopped and quickly looked over to Clint, worry on his face and hoping he hadn't upset the archer.

"Thor, it's fine," Clint said, placing a hand on the god's arm. "I was told everything. How Loki was controlled. I understand. If you all could have forgiven me for my own actions back then, then I can do the same for your brother."

"Thank you," Thor breathed. He loved his brother dearly but with Clint as his Intended, he didn't want to be forced to choose between the two. "Have you seen him?"

"Just flashes," Clint admitted. "I believe he is avoiding me."

"If you..."

"He will speak to me when he is ready. I remind him of that time under the Chitarui's control."

Clint eased himself up on the railing and failed himself onto the roof above his room. He was ready to be up high. He was extremely thankful for all that Frigga had done for him but he did resent the fact that he had to have some kind of escort everywhere he went. He thought when Thor returned, it would get a little better. It did in a way. It was nice to have a familiar face around and Thor did take him out to the city. He had yet to see anything beyond the walls of the city. He wanted to see the hills he saw from his balcony. Thor only saw danger and didn't want him away from the safety of the walls.

Using his skills from the circus, Clint climbed up one of the spires, resting on the side. He gazed out at the night sky. The stars shined bright and he didn't recognize any of the formations. Clint wasn't going to go any further than his roof. He may want to be out but he didn't want to get lost.

"This isn't a good way of thanking my mother for her kindness."

Clint almost lost his footing, a hand reaching out to steady him on his perch. Loki pulled Clint onto a more stable surface. Clint huffed. "I only wanted to be up high. I am a hawk."

"You could have easily requested my brother to take you up here," Loki said, pulling away from Clint.

"Thor doesn't want me to get hurt," Clint admitted.

Loki chuckled. "I honestly think that up is the safest place for you, Hawk." Clint said and sat down, letting his legs dangle over the edge. As long as he had a shadow was there, he was going to enjoy the coming sunrise. Loki paused for a moment before joining him.

"This is the most I think I've seen you since the feast," Clint said, breaking the silence.

"I have done terrible things to you," Loki started, the sun beginning its rise. "Asgard forgave me for my actions under the Chitarui's control. I am unsure about you, however."

"I would be a hypocrite if I blamed you for your actions while being controlled."

Loki blinked at the words. "I do not..."

"Loki," Clint said, turning to lock eyes with him. "I forgive you. It's alright. So, stop beating yourself up over nothing."

Loki smiled. "You have heart."

The two turned away, enjoying the silence and the sunrise together over the golden city. "Whatever you want to see, wherever you want to go, I shall take you."

Before Clint could answer, a frantic voice broke the quiet. "Clint?! Clint?! No!"

Loki put a hand on Clint's knee, a silent request to stay before closing his eyes. The scrambling from below stopped before Loki reopened his eyes.

"what did you do?"

Loki smirked. "Just informed Mother where you were before she tore half the kingdom apart looking for you."

"You gave me a scare, young man!" The two looked down toward Clint's balcony. Frigga stood with her hands on her hips, glaring up at the two. "Did you even think what would have happened if I couldn't find you?"

"I had an escort," Clint argued back, grabbing Loki's arm. "See? No harm, no foul."

"I don't understand what a bird has to do with this but do try not to worry me so," Frigga warned. "What are you two up to?"

"Watching the sun rise."

Frigga paused and turned to follow the two's gaze. "It is beautiful. When you are done, you can come down for breakfast. Loki, you'll remain his escort, won't you?"

"Of course, Mother."

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