After the Dark World

A/N This is mostly purely romantic fluff, with a little relationship angst. Still a Teen rating, for implied situations. And this is completely AU!

Thanks to all for reading, reviews are greatly appreciated. This fic will have 10 or so chapters, and then I have two one shots to bridge to a completely new story called Many Realms, Much Mischief.

And I am working on a story about Frigga's early life!

Chapter 7

Thor goes to Earth, unaware that Loki is now in control of Asgard. Now reunited with Jane, he suggests they seek out Tony Stark, as Thor suspects that the Aether and the Asgard's attempts to suppress it have had interesting affects on Jane's physiology. Finding his suspicions correct he explains things to Jane, and asks her a momentous question.

Jane sat morosely at the kitchen table, picking at the cereal in the bowl before her. She heard a distant rumbling from outside, which suddenly sharpened into thunder. Hope sprang into her eyes. Could Thor be returning? Then the rainbow energy of the Bifrost appeared outside. She rushed out onto the patio, directly into the arms of Thor.

Their embrace communicated all their joy and grief. So much had happened; there was so much to process. She could scarcely believe that he had returned. Her body hummed with a fierce joy. After a few moments they turned toward the house, where Ian, Darcy and Eric stood watching.

"My friends, I have returned. I hope to remain here, for a time. How have you fared, my Jane, while I was away?" asked Thor.

"I'll admit to getting a little worried that it was going to be two more years before you came back. I am fine now, though", replied Jane. Her eyes never left his face, and hers glowed with happiness, and a deep compassion. Her friends saw her happiness, and decided to give them some privacy.

"Darcy and I will go get some, some…," stumbled Eric, suddenly realizing food would be ridiculous at this juncture.

"Street clothes for Mr. Muscely," jumped in Darcy. "He looks good in the cape and all, but he is going to stand out a bit. We'll just go pick up some jeans and shirts. Back in a couple of hours!"

Thor smiled as they left, grateful to them for a little time alone with Jane. It was hard to believe that there was no threat to deal with, no disaster to prevent. They could just be for a while. There were many things he wanted to speak with her about. But first he gave in to his desire to just kiss her as long as possible. Jane kissed back with fervor, and only took her mouth from his when she was running out of breath.

"Jane, are you sure you are well? Have you suffered any further ill effects of the Aether?" he asked.

"Well, I have been very tired until now. I could barely hold a spoon a little while ago, but I feel so much better, so much happier now that you're here. How long can you stay?" asked Jane.

"I promised the AllFather that my Hammer would be at his service to protect the realms, but things are peaceful for now. I will stay in this realm unless I am called away, but even then I will return, always, to you."

Jane blushed under his gaze. That sounded awfully permanent to her! What had she ever done, to deserve the attention of such a man as this? She knew she was very much in love with him, and could scarcely believe that he returned her feelings. She had to force herself to look up, into his eyes. They were so blue and coming closer.

Thor leaned in, his eyes on her, and gently kissed her. A frisson of energy passed through them both, and they found themselves in a fierce embrace. Relief swept through them, and joy, that they could finally be together.

Jane looked closely at Thor. "How are you doing? You've lost so much in the past week. How do you deal with the grief? I cry every time I think of how your mother protected me and died because of me. And Loki, for all his betrayals, died trying to save me and us all from the Aether." Tears slipped down her face.

Thor looked into her eyes, touched by her concern. "I have raged and wept at fate. The dead have gone to their reward. To honor them, you and I must live, and live well for the time Fate allows us. I will never forget my mother's wisdom, or my brother's courage at the end."

Jane leaned against him, again filled relief and love. Thor pondered his next words carefully. He suspected Jane would resist his idea.

"Jane, I was wondering, where in this world are we, in relation to New York? Is Stark Industries still there?" he asked.

"Stark Industries? Why would you want to know?" replied Jane.

"I would like to see Dr. Banner again, and speak with Dr. Stark. I am still concerned that the Aether had more affect on you than we realized. And also, I will need to find some form of employment on this world. I am too active a man to be idle for long. Dr. Stark told me last year that there is a great deal of research being done, with all the newest equipment, at Stark Towers. If I recall correctly he referred to it as 'Candyland'? I have a little card he gave me with his 'phone number' on it. How do we use this?" he asked, fishing around in a compartment in his armor.

He held out a business card to her. She took it, and trying to reassure him, said, "Thor, I am fine, I feel wonderful. But of course we can call Dr. Stark. I would like to avoid entanglements with S.H.I.E.L.D if we can. I am still furious with the high handed way they took everything away from me and the danger they put us all in by messing with the Tesseract.

"Among my people we say that if you would understand your enemy, treat him as you would a friend" he said, hoping to convince her. He didn't agree with the way S.H.I.E.L.D. had dealt with her but really wanted Dr. Banner to confirm his suspicions about Jane.

She laughed lightly and said, "Our saying is similar, 'Keep your friends close, and your enemy closer'."

Thor took her into his arms again, rejoicing in the freedom to do so. She truly completed him and he wondered at the energy coursing through him. How could he have fallen so completely, so quickly? What did Fate have in store for him, and for them? In a sudden surge he scooped her up in his arms, and turned to settle with her on the couch. He proceeded to kiss her thoroughly, leaving them both breathless in the best way.

"So, how do we 'phone' Dr. Banner? Thor asked.

"Here, let me see the card," she asked. He handed it to her. After perusing it she smiled up at him. "He must think highly of you, this is his private number. Let me get my phone". She started to get up, but he pulled her back to his chest and cradled her head in his hands, carding his fingers through her silken hair. Once again he brought his lips to hers, and she was immersed in a breath stealing kiss. She responded, running her fingers through his blond hair.

"This is wonderful," she sighed. "I can't believe there is the space and the time to just be with you."

"I would love to say that I would never leave your side again, but I can make no such promise," he said regretfully. "I may be needed at any time, so let us not waste what time we have together."

"Ok, let me up, and I'll get my phone" she said, pushing against his armor for leverage. "I wonder where Darcy and Eric have gotten to? Simple jeans and shirts shouldn't take long to get. Perhaps they are worried about getting you the right size."

"As long as I can move about without drawing to much attention to myself I will be satisfied with almost anything," said Thor.

"Well, that is going to be difficult! On this world you will be considered a tall, handsome man, and people will notice you, even without the cloak and armor," she said teasingly.

"And do you find me handsome, wench?" he growled back at her. He started to pull her back toward himself, but she wriggled free.

"We are never going to make that phone call, if we don't stop this. I will tell you what I think of your looks later!" she giggled. 'Oh, gods, he's reduced me to giggles,' she thought.

She turned on her phone, and looking at the card, dialed the number. After 3 rings Tony Stark answered.

"Jane, how are you? I knew you were in England, and probably at the center of all the excitement. Have you seen the Lord of Thunder?" he asked.

"Yes, Tony," she replied, rolling her eyes. "In fact, he's with me now, and wants to speak with you." She handed the phone to Thor. It looked ridiculous in his hands, and he gingerly brought it to his ear, as he had seen Jane do.

"Hello?" he said hesitantly. It was almost funny, his discomfort with an everyday piece of technology. Jane wondered how Asgardians spoke over distances. She resolved to ask him later.

"Thor! How are you, buddy" exclaimed Tony. "Are you here for a visit, or do you plan on sticking around?" he asked, his voice heavily laden with suggestion.

"I plan to remain on this world as much as possible," he replied, glancing meaningfully at Jane, who winked. "But I would very much like to consult with Dr. Banner on a matter of some urgency. How can I get to him? Jane will be with me, of course"

"I keep a company jet at Heathrow, but can't you just fly?" Tony answered. "Of course, that may not be completely comfortable for Jane. I can get access for a flight this evening, if that works. Let me get Pepper to make a few arrangements. We will need to bypass regular security, and that takes some doing these days. A car can pick you up at JFK, right on the tarmac, so that takes care of this end."

"And is Dr. Banner there?" asked Thor.

"Bruce is ensconced on the top floor, having more fun than a Hulk should be allowed to have" replied Tony. "I'll tell him you're coming. I'll have Pepper or somebody get back to you."

"Thank you, Tony," replied Thor. He handed the phone to Jane, not sure what to do with it.

Just then, the door to the flat opened and Eric and Darcy, and Ian came in with some bags of clothes.

"Here you go," Darcy said. "Jeans, T-shirts, socks, etc. It's getting cool out, so we brought a light jacket, too."

"My thanks," said Thor. He peered into the bag dubiously. "I remember wearing Earth clothes before, are these similar?"

"I think you'll like these better," Darcy smirked. "Ian, can he use your room?"

"Uh, sure," answered Ian, "this way." He led Thor down what seemed to him to be a very cramped corridor, and opened a door on the right. Inside was a small chamber with a bed, a nightstand, and a bookcase. Thor remembered Jane's camper, it had seemed incredibly small. He wondered if all human habitations were this tiny.

Thor shed his armor and folded up his cloak. He took off his boots. He sorted through the bag of clothes. The shirts and jeans were familiar to him. He pulled them on. Darcy was right, they fit as if they were made for him. Delighting in the freedom of movement he came out of the room. He noticed that the hall didn't seem so restrictive now that he wasn't wearing the armor.
"My thanks, Darcy, you are right," exclaimed Thor. "These are very comfortable. How did you get clothes that fit so well?"

Darcy grinned, Ian glowered, and Eric just laughed out loud.

"Let's just say she has an eye for such things," said Eric. Ian harrumphed. Thor looked at Jane, totally confused by the actions of her friends.

Jane for her part was captivated by the sight of Thor in close fitting jeans and a snug T-Shirt. She stepped toward him, almost wishing her friends away again. Thor was impressive in his armor, but it was oddly comforting to see him in regular clothes. It made him seem more approachable. She shook herself, and smiled at Thor. This wasn't the time.

"I think they just mean that Darcy is good at estimating such things, with enough study," she grinned at Thor. Turning to her friends she said,
"It seems that we are returning to New York tonight, on a Stark Industries jet. Eric, do you want to come, or to stay here? Darcy how about you? Ian, I know you could do good work in the labs there. You saw the events, and have an understanding of the physics. Do you want to go?

Secretly she hoped they would all have good excuses to stay in London. She wanted Thor to herself for a few hours! But she also new Eric's work was very important. Now that his mind seemed clear she knew he would be eager to get back to work.

Ian glanced at Darcy, and said, hopefully, "I'd like to stay in London a while longer. It's not that I don't want to come, but I need to finish my graduate work, and I have ideas now for my final thesis. I could finish that this year, and come next summer?

"And I have a thesis idea for my final work, too; on the crossover of cultures in historical societies. I think I might have a bit more insight. But I can do that work here, where there are many documents on medieval cultures," said Darcy."

Eric really wanted to get to New York, but he wasn't ignorant of what was going on between Thor and Jane.
"Jane, I think I'll stay here and finish my observations at Greenwich. I can gather up our equipment, and follow you next week," he said.

"Well, that's settled," said Jane, delighted with how that had worked out. She turned to Thor, saying,
"We need to find a way to take Mjolnir, but not in the open. Eric, do you have a case we can put it in?"

"Why can I not take Mjolnir openly?" asked Thor.

"People would, quite rightly, see the Hammer as a weapon, Thor," explained Eric, rummaging around for a duffel bag. "You can't openly carry a weapon in public, and certainly not on a plane. There would be complete chaos at the airport! I assume someone from Stark Industries will pick you up here, and drive you to the airport? They can get you directly onto the tarmac, without going through the security inside the airport."

"I'm waiting to hear from Pepper," said Jane. She noticed a frown on Thor's face. "Is everything ok, Thor?" she asked.

"I can see there will be much to adjust to," he said hesitantly. "I want to be able to move about freely on your world, but I had not thought about not being able to carry Mjolnir openly."

"When we walked in the gardens on Asgard you didn't carry it, you called it when you needed it. You can still do that here," said Jane.

Thor's face cleared a bit. "Of course, you are right, Jane," said Thor. "I have almost always been in peril when on Midgard, I need to relax a bit, and remember that destruction isn't about to rain down on us!"

Jane's phone buzzed. She glanced down at it, and read the text she had received.
"Pepper says that a car will come for us at 6 and take us right to the plane, so that's sorted. I need to pack! Thor, I'll be back in 10-15 minutes," she said. She went down the hall and into another room. Darcy followed her, thinking she could help.

"Well, look at you, getting to go off on a nice plane ride with Thor. What shall we pack, I don't think you will need much in the way of clothes," smirked Darcy suggestively.

"Really Darcy, we just averted the end of everything, his mother was killed by a demon, and his brother sacrificed himself! He may have other things on his mind!" exclaimed Jane, who blushed furiously.

"Right, right, and you aren't madly in love with him, and dying to rip those clothes I just bought him right back off," mocked Darcy. "I can see what you're thinking, plain in that blush on your face."

"Just help me pack," huffed Jane. "It may be cold in New York; I'll take the heavier things out of the closet." She lugged a suitcase out from the floor of the closet, and turned to a small dresser, pulling out her smaller things and dumping them in one corner of the case. She grabbed a couple of different shoes, grateful that the bulk of her clothes were still in storage in New York. Darcy had grabbed her only two dresses and a long coat. She carefully folded the Asgardian gown and put that in last.

In the living room Eric was eyeing Thor speculatively.
Ok, what's going on, why this rush to New York? I thought you might want to spend some quiet time with Jane," Eric asked.

"Much happened to Jane, both before I took her to Asgard, and while we were there. I am anxious for her well being," answered Thor.

"Why, what's going on? She seems well enough," said Eric.

Thor knew that Eric considered himself a father figure to Jane, and was just concerned for her. He wondered about Earth customs of courtship, and deciding he wanted a little privacy gestured to Eric to go out into the patio. Ian saw that he wanted to speak with Eric alone, and stayed inside, cleaning up the remains of breakfast.

As quickly as he could, Thor explained about the Aether, the bond, and all the events that followed.
"I want to make sure all these events haven't damaged her physiology," Thor explained. "I suspect they have had more of an effect than Jane realizes. And she did something for me, after defeating Malekith, which I didn't think was possible for a mortal. I didn't expect the bond to work both ways. And when I tried to withdraw from it we were both uncomfortable. Jane was actually in great pain. I just want to make sure she is alright," he said anxiously. "You are like a father to her, so know this Eric; I intend to ask her to be my bride, regardless of what Dr. Banner finds out."

"Thor! I can't say I am surprised, I have known from the first that she cared for you," said Eric. "But what about Asgard? Can she return there with you? Aren't you supposed to be king someday?

"I have told the AllFather that I do not desire the throne, Eric," said Thor. "This is not just for Jane, but also for me. I can do more for Asgard if I am not constrained by the politics and deceptions of rule. For now it would be best if Jane and I remain on Earth. But does this mean you approve of my intentions? On Asgard it is customary for the man to ask the father of the girl for her hand. Is that the custom here?" he asked.

"It used to be, it's less so now. Well, we've come a long way since I told you to get out of town before morning. Jane is a grown woman, you will have to ask her, but as for myself, I give my blessing," said Eric, clapping Thor on the back.

"Thank you," said Thor gratefully. He still looked worried, however.

"Oh, relax, you haven't come through the end of the universe successfully to choke now, have you? You can't doubt her answer, can you?" teased Eric.

"Nooo, not precisely. I am just still concerned for her safety," replied Thor.

"Thor, we all owe our very existence to you and Jane, I think that fate owes you a break," insisted Eric.

"Perhaps you are right, Eric," said Thor, his face clearing. "Yes, you are right. I will just take joy in this time with Jane. My thanks." They turned back toward the house, just as Jane came out of the door. Her face lit up when she saw Thor. Eric excused himself, and went in.

Jane moved into Thor's arms.
"What have you two been up to out here?" she asked, looking up at him. Again, she enjoyed that he was not in his armor, which surprised her. He did look majestic in it, but he seemed a bit more accessible in street clothes. Her arms could just reach around him.

"I was just explaining to Eric some of my plans," dissembled Thor. He wanted to keep some of his plans to himself yet.

"And do any of those plans include me?" teased Jane.

"Jane, all my plans now include you!" insisted Thor. With that he gave her such a kiss that she stopped thinking altogether. She stood in his arms, pressed against him, relishing how close he was. Her hands twined around his neck, while his came to rest on her waist. She only pulled away when she felt the need to take a great breath of air. Now she ran her hands up and down his arms, and then ran one hand through his hair, carding it through her fingers. She rested her head against his shoulder.
"This is wonderful, there are no alarms, no disasters," she sighed.

Thor laughed. "Eric said that fate owes us a respite," he said. "I hope he is right. Wooing you has been exhausting!"

"Is that what you call this? Our courtship certainly has been unusual. I don't think we have ever been on a proper date!" exclaimed Jane.

"What is a 'date'?" asked Thor.

"A date is where the young man turns up the girl's door, and whisks her off for an evening of dinner and maybe dancing," she said, smiling. "Or they might go to a concert, or see a movie, or a play."

"Jane, would you accompany me this evening to New York?" asked Thor, formally. "I don't know about dinner, but perhaps we could have breakfast there."

"I'd be delighted, Thor," she answered grinning.

"Good, we will have had a 'date' then," replied Thor.

Just then Darcy came out and said, "Hey, love birds, we're getting hungry in here. Let's go show Thor a little of London, before you have to leave; we can grab some lunch."

Jane grabbed Thor's hand and dragged him through the house to the street. "What would you like for lunch Thor?" she asked.

"I am eager to taste coffee again. Can we go somewhere for that?" he suggested.

His friends laughed. "London is not as famous for its coffee, but we can find some. And since we are in England you should try 'chips'," said Jane.

They moved down the street, toward an avenue with restaurants and shops. Thor and Jane unconsciously held hands, while Thor looked around with interest at his surroundings. Eric quickly found a coffee house with his phone, and they headed in the direction he indicated. They happened on a 'chippy' as they walked and Jane introduced Thor to fried potatoes. He wasn't sure about the ones that Jane put vinegar on, but he liked the hot, salty strips of potato. Darcy and Ian battled over their chips, fighting to find the crunchiest ones. They moved on, and soon found a full service espresso bar. Jane ordered two things for Thor, a plain coffee and cappuccino onto which she sprinkled a little cinnamon and a little sugar.

"Hmmm, I like this one, too," said Thor, licking his lips. "The plain coffee is stronger, and I like that, but this beverage has a softer flavor to it. They are both good. Fandral would like this, but I think Heimdall would prefer the plain coffee."

"Will they be able to come to Earth again?" asked Jane. She hoped they would be able to go back and forth a bit.

"Yes, they should be able to come once in a while," said Thor. "It is not easy to convince Heimdall to take time away, but my other friends should visit us."

"I'd like to see Sif again, and to show Volstagg some of the foods Earth has to offer," said Jane.

"Have a care about offering Volstagg something to eat," exclaimed Thor. "It would be a hard to have enough for him!"

They walked out into the cool November air. Jane stepped close to Thor, and wrapped her arm around his back. Thor laid his arm across her shoulders, and began to unconsciously rub light circles on her shoulder. They stepped into a variety of shops, picking up some lighter weight shoes and other small items for Thor. And everywhere they went they either held hands, or went arm in arm. As the afternoon wore away they returned to Jane's flat.

Jane suddenly realized that she and Thor would be spending six to eight hours together essentially alone on an airplane. Her body tingled a bit in anticipation. She had been resisting him all afternoon, not wanting to expose them to being teased by her friends. But she didn't think she could trust herself for long alone with him!

She hugged Eric goodbye, and shook hands with Ian. Darcy grinned and crushed her in a bear hug. "Don't not do anything I wouldn't miss out on," Darcy whispered into her ear. Jane rolled her eyes and gave up trying to work out the grammar of that sentiment.

The driver put her bag in the trunk, but Thor quickly picked up the duffel with Mjolnir in it. "I will keep this with me, thank you," he said to the driver, who shrugged.
"S'up to you, mate," he said. "I just drive." He turned and opened the door for Jane. "If you please, miss, we should get going."

The drive to the airport was oddly silent. Thor held Jane's hand, running his thumb over her knuckles and running it up and down the back of her hand. He, too, seemed filled with anticipation and a bit of anxiety. Jane scooted closer to him, and asked,
"Hey, are you ok?"

"Yes, I am fine," he said. "I am just realizing how different it is here, I have a lot to learn. And on this world few know me, or who I am. That struck me as I walked down the streets with you today. I could never walk unacknowledged far in Asgard. It is a little humbling, actually."

"Well, if you ever want a little ego boost just bid Mjolnir come to you, and put the armor back on. Everyone around will fawn on you then," lightly said Jane. She worried internally though. He had only been here a day, was he missing home already? She shook herself; that was an unwholesome thought. Gathering her thoughts she turned to him.

"You'll feel better in New York. You know Tony, and the other members of the Avenger team are often around. I see them when I am there turning in data. And you know you will see Dr. Banner tomorrow or the next day at the latest."

"That is true, thank you Jane," he responded. "In fact, that is one reason I wanted to see Tony. The Avenger team would be a good outlet for my strengths. I could be of real assistance when needed. And I won't lose any skills from disuse."

"In fact, I think I may do a little light training myself. I could barely keep up with Sif at a fast walk. I will need to work out a little, just to salve my vanity," said Jane. "There is an excellent gym in the Stark building."

"How should a stone help you?" asked Thor, confused by the homonym.

"Ah, I mean a gymnasium, a place for training for strength, agility, and so on," explained Jane. "You know I was wondering, how is it you all seem to speak English. Admittedly it is a rather formal brand of English, but still it is amazing that you speak it all."

Just then the car rolled through a perimeter fence and stopped at a security check point. The driver identified himself, and Jane passed her credentials through. Apparently Pepper had worked her magic, as the guard took little notice of Thor, having been informed that this party would be arriving. From there, it was a short ride to the side of the mid-size jet.

They climbed out of the car, and the driver handed Jane's bag to an attendant, who stowed it away. Jane thanked the driver, and fishing around in her purse, she found some pound notes and handed them over. The driver tipped his cap, got back in the car, and drove away.

"There," said Jane, "now I won't have any pound notes to deal with." Thor realized that he was going to have to learn about Earth money, too.

"About the languages, Jane, it is a gift of the Bifrost," explained Thor. "As I pass through it imprints the correct language, directly into my mind." They made their way up the small stairway and into a luxurious cabin.
"I am not sure why the Bifrost's translation is slightly different from your speech. Tell me, is your language unchanged over the years?" Thor asked.

"Oh, no, it changes a lot from one generation to the next. My speech patterns are very different from even my parents," exclaimed Jane. "Did it do this for me, is that how I could understand everyone on Asgard?"

"That is probably the explanation then. The Bifrost mechanism is trying to make sure I have the maximum possible ability to communicate clearly," said Thor. "Yes, it does so for anyone who goes through."

At this they realized that a man in a white shirt and dark slacks was waiting to speak to them. They turned toward him expectantly.

"Hello, I am Captain Hill; I'll be flying the jet tonight. The weather is fair, and with any luck we should be in New York in seven and a half hours. Mr. Stark laid this trip on rather quickly so there isn't an attendant, but there is a fully stocked fridge, if you get hungry or thirsty. This Airbus 319 is fully equipped, so you should be comfortable. Please have a seat and buckle up. We have done our pre-flights, so we can take off momentarily," the pilot instructed.

"Thank you, Captain. I have flown on a similar jet before, I know where everything is," said Jane. The captain nodded and withdrew to the flight deck, closing a curtain and then a door behind him.

She led the way toward a pair of seats. Thor was amazed at the luxury of the interior. It seemed to have everything, a small kitchen, several plush chairs and tables, and even a separate room with a bed. She showed Thor how to arrange the seat and seat belt so that he was comfortable. The plane could obviously seat at least 10 comfortably, but they had it to themselves. Jane and placed them in two seats that actually shared an armrest, which she folded up into the space between their headrests. She scooted as close as the seatbelt would allow.

"Did you fly in any planes when you were here last year?" she asked Thor.

"Well, when I was first hunting Loki I flew on an airplane, as in outside. That was exciting. Then I was on the S.H.I.E.L.D craft, but that was enormous, more like a small city in the air than an aircraft. That trip too had very exciting moments. That was the first time I saw Dr. Banner with his rage unleashed. That was a magnificent battle, but at the end he leapt completely clear of the craft and fell to earth. He certainly is a hardy man!" Thor told the story with a light in his eye.

"Yes, Tony and Natasha have told that story a few times, when I have been in New York," said Jane. "Well this trip will be tame by comparison."

The jet lurched forward a bit, and then began to roll smoothly forward. It turned into a jet way, and quickly gathered speed. After a few moments it lifted smoothly free of the earth, and Jane and Thor were pressed back into their seats. The plane banked sharply as it ascended and in a few moments they were high in the air, the lights of England twinkling below them. The 'Fasten seat belt' sign winked out with a soft chime. Jane quickly undid hers and pushed the buckle down between the cushions. Thor followed suit.

"Well," said Jane, brightly, "what shall we do for 6 or 7 hours?"

"I recall now that I said I would annoy you with my attentions when the opportunity arose," growled Thor. He pulled her onto his lap. "I have been waiting all day to get you alone!" He proceeded to kiss every inch of skin he could reach. Jane threw her head back and he hungrily kissed her neck, which caused her to moan. She raised her head and looked at him, her eyes dark. She twisted lightly in his lap and pressed a button on the arm rest. At this the entire seat back reclined until it was almost horizontal, causing Thor to settle back, with Jane on his chest. She stretched out a bit and began to kiss his lips, his face, even his eyes. She went back to taste his mouth again and at this his control finally snapped. He scooped her up and padded back to the bed he had seen earlier. He laid her down gently. He looked down at her, remembering another time he had done this. Now he intended to carry out what had been in his mind then. Again, his eyes darkened, and she stared up at him, thrilled to the very core of her being. She was nearly breathless.
"Jane?" he asked, looking into her eyes, and kissing the back of her hand.

"Please, Thor," she gasped, reaching up and tugging his face down to hers.

The plane flew on, the pilot unaware of what has happening in the cabin section of his plane.