Chapter 2: You Spin Me Right Round

I froze, my breath catching in my throat. No words came to my mouth; it felt like I had up and swallowed my tongue. His voice stunned me even more than his appearance did. It reverberated around the cell, the echo seeming much louder with the silence, even though he practically whispered it. His voice sounded raspy like he had lost it shouting. I could imagine him screaming in agony as the poisonous snake bit him over and over- I quickly rid my head of the images I didn't want to imagine. Time seemed to slow as I was held captive in the only pair of green eyes in Asgard.

Reality came back to me when I realized my hands were still cradling his face. His breath puffed out on my hands, surprisingly warm compared to his icy skin. Unconsciously I stroked his cheek, letting my thumb trace a scratch on his face. His eyes widened in disbelief at first and I was afraid I had gone too far, but then he slowly let his eyelids relax, slightly leaning his head into my palm. I stared at him in shock. This was the Loki everyone feared and despised? I felt neither of these things towards him. I could only feel pity and sympathy for this tortured soul before me.

I heard a light sigh escape his lips, and his shoulders slumped, making his head furrow deeper in my hands. If the rocks hadn't been binding him I was sure he would have fallen straight forward. I hated Odin. I hated the tessaract. I hated everything that had brought him to this moment. I wanted to gather him in my arms and comfort him, to assure him everything would be alright. I leaned down to press my forehead to his.

All of a sudden, footsteps made their way towards the room. His head jerked up and I swiveled mine to the door. His muscles tensed and his breathing got heavier. Oh, no. Someone's coming. I thought, my throat going dry. How would I explain this? I would surely be punished. I watched the door fearfully. The heavy boots clomped their way to the door. They were so close. I shut my eyes.

The boots kept on walking. Past the room and down the hallway. I let out a breath I didn't know I had been holding. "That was close." I whispered. Loki's head swung to my face and he glared at me all the hostility evident in his expression. The movement startled me and I took a step back, suddenly unsure. I was prepared for another awkward silence, but he surprised me by speaking.

"Who are you?" He practically growled the words. When I didn't immediately answer him he spat out another hate filled question." Are you daft woman?' What brought on this sudden mood change? I thought, remembering not too long ago him cuddling his head in my hands. I took another step back glancing nervously at the door.

He saw the slight movement and glared daggers at me. If looks could kill I would've been dead on the floor. "I asked you a question woman. Answer me!" He strained against the chains for a moment before slumping in defeat. "What do you want?" He grumbled, his head bowed once again.

It took me a moment to gather my wits. I took a deep breath and stepped forward. When he made no sudden moves or noises I walked until I was in front of him. I bent down and picked up the healing salve, which I'd almost forgotten. I decided to ignore his first question, and instead answered his other one.

I'm here to help you." I said gesturing to the medicine in my hands. I was surprised at how strong I sounded, although inside I was a nervous wreck. "Help me?" He gritted his teeth somehow offended by my words."You think I need the help of a common servant?" He sneered, eyeing my attire disdainfully. I winced, the insult stinging my self confidence. I had hoped things would go more smoothly than they were going at the moment. So much for easy. I grimaced.

I guess what they say about him is true. My subconscious spoke up. I shook my head. Regardless you came here for a reason. I argued with myself. My inner battle lasted a mere second before I convinced myself to stand up to Loki. Something I probably would have never done if wasn't in that state.

Oh my gosh! Finally! It took me forever to write this chapter. It was originally longer but for time's sake I cut the long version in two. I hope you guys like it, I took your suggestions into consideration, and I hope this chapter makes up for the looong update. Thanks go out to JannaKalderash, animefan677, and Moon Goddess1014 for reviewing. It means so much to me that people are reading and liking this story. You guys rock. Bumblewolf out!