You said your goodbyes quickly and promised to visit if you ever had the chance. When you were done you followed Thor out onto the balcony and listened as he explained how the bifrost worked. His explanation was brief and simple. Nothing that would actually be very helpful to you. He looked to the sky.

"Heimdell we are ready." With a flash of blue light you felt as though you were being lifted away from your body. You close your eyes. When you open them you are standing under a golden dome surrounded by light.

"Welcome to Asguard ( )." You look around curiously before you eyes fall on the guardian.

"Hello." You greet him. He simply nods and bows his head slightly towards you.

"He is not one of many words." Thor begins to walk, leaving you to trail behind him. You emerge from the dome and catch your breath. Spreading out in front of you is the most beautiful city you have ever seen. No words could describe it. As you near the palace guards march back and forth at all entrances. Clad in golden armor they appear menacing to you. He greets them as you approach.

"How be the watch? Nothing abnormal my prince."

"Good be aware given the circumstances." You guards stand aside and let you and Thor pass.

"Circumstances?" You question.

"As you may have already guessed security is high now that Loki is being kept here. On top of that there have been some uprisings in the outer realms because of my marriage and I am sure there will be more because of you."

"Me? Didn't Odin order this marriage?"

"It was SHIELD a that reached out the All Father only agreed. Many of the higher diplomats don't agree with this."

"I see. I'm not sure how much of this I agree with to be honest." He directed you through many hallways that all appeared the same. Finally he stopped in front of two grand doors.

"My father wished to speak with you as soon as you arrived. I have stalled as much as I dare. Remember he is a king. I have faith that you will act as a lady would."

"You aren't coming with me?"

"I will wait out here, I believe he has some private matters to discuss with you." Two armored guards escorted you through the doors and into an immense throne room. You stood for a minute in awe and them proceeded toward the throne at the head of the room. You stood before Odin and knelt to the ground respectively.

"Stand ( )." His voice boomed loudly through the room. You stood shakily before him more nervous than you would care to mention.

"Thor had spoken highly of you. He believes that you will do what is necessary to fulfill your role in this marriage. Do you intend to do this." You hesitated for a minute. Could you even do what you was asking?

"Yes my king. I intend to do everything in my power to maintain the peace." He seemed to accept your answer.

"You are an interesting girl. You must have a high sense of duty to put the peace of you home before your own happiness."

"I know many others who have risked not their happiness but there lives for those they care about. Compared to them this is..." You carefully thought out what to say. "This was not a hard decision."

"I am impressed not many midguardians would do what you are willing too. I give you my blessing. You may remain here."

"Thank you my king." As you left the throne room you couldn't stop shaking. It was as if a weight had been lifted off you shoulders but twice the amount had replaced it. There was no going back now.

Thor met you at the door and gave you an encouraging smile.

"How did it go?"

"He is letting me stay." He nodded "That is is a good sign. Father is not very open to humans in this realm."

"Is he always so serious."

"He is a king, so yes." He began to lead you through the palace. He stopped occasionally to tell you what rooms were. Finally you arrived before a large door, it was heavily guarded. "This is my brothers chambers he is confined here until the wedding. He is not allowed out without an armed chaperone. Unfortunately that is most often me." He frowned. "My mother suggested that you stay in a separate room until you are ready."

"Yes, thank you." He continued on, the hallways seemed endless and knew you would never manage to navigate them on your own. He turned through an archway and stopped before another door.

"These are your chambers ( ). If there is anything you need just ask one of the ladies. I will be by later to check on you. Please rest for now."

"Thank you Thor." He opened the door for you and you stepped into the brightly lit room. The door closed slowly behind you and you were left on your own. You knew the worst thing you could do was nothing. So you began to explore the extensive room. You walked across the room and out onto the balcony on the far side. It provided and overlook of the palace gardens. You smiled and breathed in the fresh air and enjoyed the warm breeze that blew through your hair. In the distance you could hear running water and bird song. You pulled yourself away from the balcony and back into the main. A large bed was placed to the side in one corner and the room appeared to be more of a lounge than a bedroom. Three couches were placed in one corner all around a large coffee table. Next to them was a small bookshelf lined with texts of all sizes and origins. You traced a finger across the unfamiliar ones. You made your way over to a large wardrobe and opened the doors. It had been filled with fancy dresses of many styles. Along the bottom you found at least a dozen pairs of shoes to match.

"I took the liberty of finding you some clothes my dear I hope you don't mind." You spun around surprised by the voice. You bowed awkwardly.

"My queen." She laughed quietly.

"No need for such formality, please call me Frigga my dear." You nodded.

"Thank you, it appears my clothes are very out of place here." You motioned to your faded jeans and blouse.

"Don't worry I will have you looking like a princess in no time. My sons just don't appreciate my advise but I'm sure a fellow woman will accept it."

"You don't have to, I'm sure you have more important things to do."

"Nonsense, what could be more important than my helping my daughter." You paused at her words. She simply smiled. "I know you will be a great wife ( ) and I do not hesitate to call you my daughter for that is what you are." She picked a dress from the wardrobe and held it up. "Now this is perfect for your first Asguardian feast, don't you think?"

"Feast?"

"Yes of course my dear tonight Odin will announce your marriage to the realm. Didn't Thor explain?"

"He conveniently left that out."

"Well don't worry I will make sure you are ready." She ushered you towards the door. "I'll show you to the baths. You must relax before tonight."