Chapter Nine: Thor's Coronation! The Big Day is Here!

**FINAL CHAPTER**

"Thank you so much for sticking around and listening to my story." Loki smiled. "And yes I'm talking to you, yes you, the reader." He chuckled. "I appreciate the time you've taken to spend with me and I thank you. I hope you enjoy this final chapter and may this not be a goodbye, but a farewell until next time. Take care and enjoy." Loki stood up and stretched as he turned off the light to his reading room.

Loki and the children ran up the secret passageways to his rooms. They had spent most of the day outside in the royal gardens helping their grandmother plant a new generation of beautiful flowers. His children were filthy and covered in dirt, but also extremely hungry. So by Saksi's suggestion they decided to have dinner first. Saksi ordered Loki to the bench, while he took over the kitchen. Octavius was so fussy from hunger, that Saksi thought it better for him to prepare the meal instead of Loki.

Loki chuckled. "You're so demanding now." Loki looked at Saksi as he lowered his robes so that Octavius could nurse. "Are you picking favorites now?" Loki teased.

"Loki, I would never." Saksi turned and frowned.

"I know. I know you love all of my children." Loki looked up but noticed a subtle change in Saksi's demeanor. "You do love all my children equality?"

"Yes-yes of course." Saksi turned away from Loki's glare. "I'm sorry Loki, it's just something special about having one of your own. I love Magnus and Eugene with all my heart, but Octavius is the first child I got to, you know, help with." Saksi blushed, feeling foolish for insinuated that he had a favorite.

Loki smiled. "I know Saksi, I'm just teasing." Loki looked down at his nursing son. He was so much smaller than his other children, but he loved him so much. He was a mini Saksi in the making, with those beautiful big brown eyes.

Saksi slaved over the hot stove to prepare his family's meal. He fixed his camp site special of grilled fish and beans, his favorite dish to cook when he had assignments in the wilderness. Loki and the children loved fish and fresh fish was always the best. Saksi was lucky that he was able to get these fresh from the boat when he went into town to shop. Saksi poured himself and Loki a glass a red wine and a little mead for the children. It was Loki's idea, he said it would make them big and strong. Saksi always chuckled at the corky things Loki did, but they worked. Everyone ate until their bellies were full and laughed and talked for hours after. Loki managed to get some time in the kitchen to prepare and bake a special vanilla and chocolate custard cake. It would take an hour to bake so Loki promised the kids if they washed up real good they could have some before bed. That did the trick and the boys were already off to get their towels and soap.

Loki, with Octavius in hand, followed behind the boys down to the springs. He wasn't sure if they were more excited for dessert or to play in the pools. Especially since Eugene loved to play in the water. It was like bath time was play time. They reached the bathes and Loki started to undress as the boys ran to the water.

"Boys!" Loki shouted, but gave up. "Saksi, make sure they clean their nether regions."

Saksi nodded as he stripped before his lover. He was not shy anymore and eagerly showed off his body in front of Loki. Loki smirked and watched Saksi put on this special show. Saksi turned and wiggled suggestively at Loki before he realized they were not alone. He was quick to cover himself when he saw Tola, Thor, and Jane walking towards them. Loki did not see them at first and wondered what had caused Saksi to turn cold. He walked around the rocks and was surprised to see his brother and sister in law. Thor and Jane waved.

Jane sighed as she walked next to Thor. "Never a dull moment." She kissed Thor on the cheek. They were hoping to have the baths to themselves, but they should have known that on such a lovely night there would be company.

"Loki!" Thor bellowed, as his son ran passed him into the pool. Tola splashed and giggled as he swam towards his cousins.

"Tola! Don't go out too far." Jane shouted.

"K Ma!" Tola shouted from the shore.

Saksi reached for a towel, but Loki didn't care at all and stood naked before his brother and sister in law with no shame.

"Thor, Jane, it is rare to see you down here." Loki smiled as he repositioned Octavius in his hands.

Jane chuckled. "Yes I thought we'd give it a try."

"Well we can take a bath together." Loki smiled as he headed towards the water.

Saksi and Thor decided to swim out to the children and play while Jane and Loki sat in the warmer shallow water. The two talked and chanted while the boys played splash wars.

"Saksi! Don't forget to actually bathe!" Loki shouted. He didn't need to the taste of today's odors in his month later tonight.

Jane laughed. "Isn't it weird that we actually have to remind them to wash?"

"I know! It's like they're grown children."

Jane laughed out loud. "Boys right."

Loki nodded. "So, how have you been? Is my brother treating you well?"

Jane nodded. "Yes, but he wants another baby."

"Oh grief." Loki rolled his eyes.

"Yeah, it's like guys think these things just fall out of the sky."

"Oh yes." Loki laughed as he was very familiar with the process of childbirth. "Well you know what, if Thor wants to have another baby, you tell him he can have it himself. See how he likes to push loaf sized creatures from his body."

Jane burst into laughter. "Yeah I wish."

"It can be arranged." Loki grinned.

Jane looked into Loki's eyes and she could tell he was serious, but she wasn't completely turned off to the idea and the two laughed together.

Thor and Saksi watched their lovers laugh from the side and wondered what they could be talking about.

"It is nice to see Jane and Loki socialize." Thor smiled.

"Yes indeed." Saksi smiled as he floated in place.

"Now if my brother would only settle down and marry." Thor chuckled.

"Yeah, I mean, you know." Saksi laughed nervously.

"So when are you going to ask?" Thor stared Saksi in the eyes.

"You-you know?" Saksi turned a deep shade of red.

"Of course I know! I may not have the mind of a scholar, but I know love when I see it!"

Saksi laughed. "Yeah, um, I'll get to that."

"Ah, take your time my friend. Loki will come around." Thor joked as his face was splashed with water. "Hey!" He turned around and all the boys were laughing and giggling at him. "Now you're done it!" Thor jumped and dived into the water after them.

Saksi chuckled and took one more look at Loki and smiled. He would ask him one day, when he was ready.

Loki washed little Octavius in the water. Octavius liked his baths too, but enjoyed sitting in Loki's arms most.

"Oh what a pleasant surprise." Queen Freya said from behind.

Loki and Jane turned around and smiled.

"Mother!" Loki beamed. "How wonderful it is to see you!" Loki stood and hugged his mother.

Jane blushed as the queen stripped.

"And Odin?" Loki looked at his adoptive father.

He grunted, expecting to have some alone time but happy to see his family never the less. Thor, Saksi, the boys swam over when they saw Freya and Odin talking to Loki and Jane. What wonderful luck it was to have everyone together. They were truly blessed. The boys happily played with their grandfather, who still had enough energy to keep up with his grandchildren. The rest chatted in the shallows, with everyone laughing and carrying on into the night. When the bath was over Loki invited everyone to the kitchen for dessert, it was the perfect end to the perfect day.

Thor walked into his father's chambers, greeting the royal guards as he passed. He looked around the rooms and until he found him. They were lounging in Odin's reading room. Thor coughed and let himself in. Freya looked up and smiled at her smile. She was always happy to see him. Odin looked up, closing the book he was reading.

"Is there something we can help you with my son?" Odin asked.

"Yes father." Thor bowed before his father and king and looked into his eyes before raising. "Father, I am ready to take the throne of Asgard."

Freya and Odin were both shocked that Thor would ask for the throne so soon.

"Are you sure son?" Odin asked.

"Yes father, I am sure."

Freya started to cry as she stood and hugged her son. Odin beamed with pride, finally his son was ready.

Odin got up and hugged his son too. "Then it is yours to keep."

Freya cried in the arms of her son.

"Thank you father." Thor stood and hugged his parents, he would be a fair and honest king just like all the kings before him. He would protect all of Asgard and all the nine realms with his life.

As Thor walked out Odin and Freya held hands and marveled at how big and strong their son had become. They were unbelievably proud and excited to take this next step with their son, together.

Odin summoned all of Asgard to the palace for the big announcement. Thousands gathered before their king in anticipation.

"People of Asgard, I come to up with excellent news. My son, Thor, has finally decided to follow in my footsteps and take the throne of Asgard." The crowd roared. "Please, join me in welcoming your knew king."

Thor walked out before his people and smiled. It was a momentous moment. He had been preparing for this moment all his life and now he was ready to finally succeed his father for the throne.

"People of Asgard, let us gather in glorious celebration in welcoming our new king!" Odin raised his hands before his people. The crowd roared in excitement, this was the moment all of Asgard was waiting for,

Loki was happy for his brother too. He was finally getting want he wanted. Loki watched the people cheer and chant from the far corridor window across the courtyard. Loki was sure Thor would make a wonderful king.

"Come ago little ones." Loki held out his hand. Eugene and Magnus nodded and followed their father into town.

This coronation would be different. This year's celebration would include presentations from the Royal Guard. Reformed from the ground up, the new Royal Guard would prove their loyalty in a series of games and competitions for a show of good sport. Loki was not interested in such silly games, but Magnus and Eugene however were very excited about the children events. Magnus was almost fourteen now, he was old enough to join the Junior Royal Academy. He'd been training hard over the past couple of years and was eager to try out. For the children six to ten the Royal Guard set up a three event mini triathlon, of running, mazing navigating, and puzzle solving. It was sure to be the event of the season and it was all done in good sport to showcase Asgard's incredible strength and power.

Loki walked into Magnus's room, carrying his new pair of training pants. Loki had sewn them himself to ensure a perfect fit. Eugene followed behind. He wanted to join his big brother but he was too young to try out.

"Here you go Magnus." Loki smiled. "They are made from a sturdy, stretchy cotton, so they will not tear."

Magnus thanked his father and hurried to try them on. It was a perfect fit. Magnus stretched, bending up and down and wiggling around. He flexed for his father and brother.

"Very good." Loki clasped his hands together.

Eugene pouted and tugged on his father's robes. "I want one too daddy." Eugene signed.

"When you are older I will make you one too." Loki smiled and rubbed Eugene under his chin.

Eugene pouted, but took a seat on Magnus's bed to watch him finish getting dressed. Magnus could not just join the Junior Royal Academy, he would have to try out just like all the rest of the young ones. If he passed his entrance exams he would not only get into the academy, but he would also be able to march in the Coronation Day Parade before the enlisted men and woman of the Royal Guard. Loki took over Magnus's training from here on out. Though Loki was sure his son would make it in eventually, it was important that he made it into the special coronation class, the first youth class under the new king and there were not many spots. Magnus would be competing against many other boys and girls from ages 14 to 17 to get into the Junior Royal Academy, which only had space for fifty cadets. Joining the junior academy was one of the most prestigious ways to get into the Royal Guard, so it was important to Magnus that he got in while he was still young enough.

The coronation was at the end of the month and Magnus insisted that he train everyday before the youth exams. Loki complied, but did not go easy on him. If Magnus wanted to get into the Junior Royal Academy, he would have to work for it. Loki pushed his son for a week straight through obstacle courses and drilled him with questions from his text books, fore the entrance exams included a knowledge portion as well and both were equally important. Loki had Magnus solving math problems while doing push-ups and running the track while reciting Asgardian history, sharpening his mind and body. By the end of the week Magnus was flat out tired. The entrance exam would be in a few days, so Loki told Magnus to rest despite his whines for more training.

"He's looking good." Thor beamed.

Loki turned around and nodded at his brother. "Yes, I'm sure he'll be a shoe in for the entrance exams next week."

"Yes indeed, at his size, he should have no trouble getting in. Are you training Eugene as well for the mini triathlon?"

"No, I've decided to push him into it." Loki walked to the bench to gather up their training supplies. Magnus waved to his uncle as he left to go take a bath.

Thor waved back. "Ah, I see, don't think he could handle it." Thor jabbed.

"He can handle it." Loki glared.

Thor chuckled. "I'm sure he can."

"Careful Thor." Loki warned.

"What?" Thor laughed. "It's alright if the boy is a bit soft." Thor jested a little too much for his own good.

Loki's eye twitched, then he grinned. "Well, his heart may be soft, but at least he can sit at the table without a booster seat."

Thor stopped and eyed his brother.

"What? I'm sure one day he'll reach it." Loki chuckled.

"Ha. Yes well my Tola is competing and will win the triathlon."

"Oh I'm sure."

"And even if Eugene competed he could not beat him." Thor boasted.

"Is that so?" Loki raised an eyebrow. "Where do you come up with such outrageous things?" Loki laughed

"Well, care to make it interesting?" Thor smiled at his brother.

"Are you suggesting that I bet on my children?" Loki stopped and glared at Thor.

"No, I'm just proposing a small reward in their honor. Winner makes the other child's dessert for a year."

"Thor, you can't cook." Loki stated flatly.

"I know." Thor teased.

Loki rolled his eyes and walked off in a fuss. "No bets! And just for that, I'm going to let Eugene enter." Loki huffed. "See how you like that!"

Thor laughed. "Aw, Loki I was just kidding." Thor ran after him.

Magnus arrived early for the first part of the Junior Royal Academy exam. The first part of the exam was the knowledge portion. He wasn't as worried about the knowledge portion as he was the physical exam, but he studied extra hard for the test never the less. He was the fifth child to finish and that worried him, but he left the test feeling confident. He headed to the changing area, wishing he could hug his father one last time before starting the next half of the test. It was scary being surrounded by all these other children; he was worried he would not make the cut.

When he got dress and walked over to physical examination the judges were shocked to find out he was only fourteen. In fact his birthday was just days before. Magnus was very tall for his age, with a slender toned body and broad shoulders like his father. The examiners checked him over in amazement and it made Magnus feel less nervous. He was already impressing them and he hadn't even started the test yet. The obstacle course was very similar to the one he trained on with his father. The first part of the course started with a short sprint, then a wall climb, followed by a mud run, and ending with target tapping. The last part was the hardest; contenders had to tap at least ten targets on rocks and obstacles of varying heights. The competitors with the best times and perfect target sources received the highest points.

Magnus sat in the waiting area surround by dozens of kids. Some looked like they had been training all their lives, others looked they could run the course with their eyes close. Some of the children he recognized from the sparing area at the school, others he had never seen before. The second portion of the exam was set up for groups of five at a time. You did not run one at a time, you ran together, so you were literally competing next to each other. It added another layer of toughness to the course Magnus was not prepared for. Not a lot of kids understand sign language so Magnus sat quietly on the bench waiting for his group number to be called. G68, Magnus heard a man call out his group number. He quickly got up and crossed the group to the course area. The guard in charged shuffled the kids to the waiting area and told them to stretch and warm up while they waited to go on next.

"This is going to be easy!" Shouted a red head boy named Njorthrbiartr.

"Yeah!" Another child named Royd shouted behind him. "I'm coming to come in first place!"

Njorthrbiartr snorted." Yeah right! I'm going to come in first place!"

A young blonde girl stepped between them. "Yeah right, like you too bird brains will make the final cut with your test scores." Yoana retorted.

Royd crossed his arms. "And that's why they have two parts! This part's more important anyways!"

Njorthrbiartr grinned. "Besides, look at our competition, a nerd, a girl, and a monster!" The boys laughed.

Yoana rolled her eyes and turned away. Magnus balled his fist in anger. He wasn't a monster, but his father told him not to listen to the words of others. He turned instead and looked at the other boy, his name card said Keldan. He was the smallest in the group and clearly looked very nervous. When Magnus made eye contact with him, he flinched. Magnus smiled and held out his hand. Keldan stepped back, he was afraid, but the smile on Magnus's face eased his worry. Keldan expanded his hand and a silent well-wishing was exchanged.

"Alright cadets! Listen up! You got fifteen minutes to run this course! If you can't finish this course in fifteen minutes, don't bother trying." Master Cael scowled at the children. "The rules are simple! No cheating! No fighting! No whining! Run the course and keep it moving! Am I clear?"

"Yes sir!" Everyone shouted unison.

Master Cael eyed the children with a nasty scowl. "Alright! Follow me and line up at the line!"

The children followed Master Cael out into the course. They were expecting the arena to be empty but there were hundreds of guards, academy cadets, and council members watching. Magnus was immediately overwhelmed by the amount of people watching from their seats. It was packed and now everyone's eyes were on them.

"Line up!" Master Cael shouted.

The children lined up on the red dirt line in front of the course. It was huge, there was a two-hundred meter dash to the rope climbing wall, which stood over elven feet high. Magnus gulped. It was a lot bigger than the courses he'd ran with his father.

"Alright cadets! On your mark! Get set!" Master Cael fired the canon and the cadets were off.

Njorthrbiartr, Royd, and Yoana sprinted way ahead, leaving Magnus and Keldan behind. Magnus raced to catch up with them, but they were too fast. Royd and Yoana broke out in front as they pasted the one-hundred meter mark. Magnus was just feet behind Njorthrbiartr who struggled to take the lead. Royd and Yoana reached the wall. On it were six ropes to climb up and over. Yoana blazed up the wall using her incredible arm strength, while Royd lagged behind. Magnus caught up and passed Njorthrbiartr to the wall, only a few feet ahead. The wall looked tough, but Magnus tackled it head on. He started to climb as his well-trained body did all the work. He cleared it and used the carefully placed stones to climb down. He was in second for the time being, jetting behind Yoana to the mud run. In the back Keldan finally made it to the wall. He struggled to the top and finally cleared it. Keldan saw the others enter the mud and started to feel discouraged, but he continued on in exhaustion.

Yoana trailed through, she was unbelievably fast, with Magnus lagging behind. He ran through the mud as fast as he could but it was thick and uneven. Royd quickly passed him, follow by Njorthrbiartr.

"Give it up freak!" Njorthrbiartr passed as he pushed pass Magnus.

Magnus tripped and fell into the mud as the other boys laughed. He was lagging dangerously behind and would soon be in last place if he did not hurry up. He struggled to his feet and jogged sluggishly through the thick mud. He looked over his shoulder, Keldan was just started. He looked in front of him and he could see that the other kids were already starting the target tapping. He knew by now that he would not make a good time and started to slow. He wanted to cry, as he took a breath at the end of the mud run. He looked up and around him, the crowd was going wild. They were cheering for the front runners clearly, but he swore, when he looked into the crowd he saw his father. He blinked and he was gone. Magnus looked around, his father was here, cheering him on. He knew he would be proud of him whatever his time he finished, and that gave Magnus the extra kick he needed to start his sprint. He was too far to catch up to the others, but that didn't matter. He focused on the targets, there were fifteen all together, but he only needed to hit ten. He sprinted and scanned the course, laying out a path in his mind. He jumped and hit ever target on his way through the course, using his height and strength to propel him up and over the obstacles. He landed on his feet and ran to the finish line. The crowd roared. Master Cael stood at the yellow line.

"Good job son!" He shouted and waved Magnus along. Magnus looked up at the target board, he was the only one in his group to hit all fifteen targets.

Loki was waiting for Magnus at the exit hall door. He ran to his son when he saw him and hugged him tight.

"You did so good!" Loki kissed and kissed his son.

Magnus smiled and hugged his father back. Eugene clapped and danced around his older brother he was so proud too. Loki was able to pop in and watch his son run, it was hard to tell when Magnus would be running, for he did not know his running time, but he was happy to have gotten the chance to see him, if only briefly.

That night Loki prepared a marvelous feast for his son. Win or lose Loki was so proud of his son and he wanted to him to know that. Loki brought out the mead and called for a toast with his family around the table.

"Tonight, we honor our Magnus." Loki turned and smiled at his son. "I love you so much my son." Loki raised his glass.

Magnus beamed as he lifted his glass to toast. He smiled, but in his heart he hoped he made the final cut.

All the children and their parents flocked to the academy board. The list was posted in the evening. Only fifty cadets could be accepted into the four year program and there were nearly one and forty teens that applied. Magnus rushed through the thick crowds of children. Loki stood on the side and prayed that his son made it into the Junior Royal Academy. Magnus saw children on the side crying in their parent's arms and children happily bragging about their acceptance. He was starting to get nervous as he counted the number of happy faces. The names were posted on the board in order of scores highest to lowest, with the accepted candidates written in red. Magnus started to panic when he saw all the names written in black. There were so many names. He was terrified to see if his name was in the jet black sea of failure. He stopped and scanned the board. He searched and searched looking up and down the columns. He turned to his left when he heard a familiar voice, it was Njorthrbiartr. He had gotten in and he was happily bragging. Magnus felt his heart sink. He exhaled and started to scan the board again. He hunted for his name. Magnus Lokison, in thirty-eighth place. Magnus froze, as a smiled ripped across his face. He silently shouted and jumped into the air. Loki sensed his excitement, he knew the news would be good as tears of pride formed ins his eyes. Magnus was so happy.

"Hey, Magnus Lokison right?" Yoana walked up to Magnus.

Magnus turned and nodded.

"Good job." Yoana extended her hand.

Magnus looked down at her hand and blushed. He wanted to sign but forgot no one knew his language and he quickly reached out and shook her hand. She smiled and walked away. Magnus beamed with joy and headed back through the crowd to his father. He didn't see the other boy named Royd from his group but he did see Keldan setting off to the side. Magnus ran up to him and waved.

Keldan looked up and smiled. "I'm sorry I didn't mention this before, but I know sign language." Keldan blurted out nervously.

"Really?" Magnus signed.

Keldan nodded. "My father is head of the archives. He knows all the languages."

Magnus beamed and mouthed a wow. "That's cool!"

"Yeah." Keldan laughed.

"So?" Magnus signed. "Did you make it?"

Keldan turned bright red. "Number fitty."

Magnus jumped and hugged him tight and the two laughed and congratulated each other. Magnus was happy that there were at least some friendly kids out there, he would have more friends now. Loki watched from the side with Octavius on his back. His son was growing up. His heart ached, but this was the way of all children to grow up and surpass their parents. He was happy to see how far Magnus had come and looked forward to watching him grow into a young man.

With just two weeks left till the big day, Loki had so many things to do he completely forgot about the mini triathlon. It was open to any child ages six to ten and was all a part of the Royal Guard's showcase of strength. To go along with the triathlon for the children there would be archery contest, fencing, and wrestling, just to name a few of the sporting events for the festivities. Loki forgot to ask Eugene if he wanted to compete as he knew his cousin Tola would be entering. Loki stood up from his work bench and stretched as he headed to Eugene's room. He pushed open the door and was surprised to see Eugene practicing his kicks in the mirror.

"Eugene sweetie, what are you doing?" As if Loki had to ask.

Eugene turned and blushed in a fit and made a face.

Loki chuckled. "I see someone is excited about the triathlon."

Eugene nodded. Then Loki remembered he did not enter Eugene in the contest and was sure the registration deadline had already closed.

"Oh Eugene." Loki frowned. "I completely forgot to sign you up."

"That's okay papa. Saksi did!" Eugene beamed as he signed.

Loki smiled thankfully. "Excellent!" He was sure to give his Saksi a little treat later tonight for saving his ass. "Well would you like daddy to help you train?"

Eugene turned and nodded. He was over joyed to work with his father. Soon he would be just like his older brother, big and strong.

It was the big night before the coronation and the royal family and high council were throwing Thor and Jane a private party before they took the throne. It was very formal and all the affluent members of Asgard's high society were there. Loki was considering skipping it, but he wanted to be there for his brother. He arrived late, with the children, much to Tola's delight. Magnus and Eugene hurried after their cousin as Loki watched Saksi work the room. He was a little more social than Loki, which Loki did not mind as he'd known these people all his life. None cared for him and casted their looks of disapproval as Loki walked by. Loki spotted Thor in the crowd and decided to make his wake towards him. He looked grand in his formal wear of red and gold, next to Jane.

"Thor." Loki smiled.

"Loki!" Thor beamed. "I am so glad you could make it."

Loki hugged his brother, knowing how much it pissed off the people around him. He smiled at a scowling gentlemen and turned his sneer into a nasty grin. The man huffed and walked away.

"I wouldn't miss this for the world." Loki smiled at his brother.

"Well, I hope you are not planning any mischief." Thor jabbed.

Loki put his hands up defensively. "I'll be on my best behavior." He turned and looked at Jane, his future queen. "And how are you Miss Jane?"

Jane looked ravishing in her lavender and gold evening gown. "I'm alright." She smiled. She had butterflies in her stomach, but she was ready. She had been with Thor for almost fourteen years, it was time to take this net step with Thor.

Loki nodded and turned to his brother. "Well good luck, both of you, and I'll be seeing you tomorrow." Loki walked away.

Odin stood before his people and raised his chalice. "May I have everyone's attention?" Silence spread across the room. "Thank you, tonight we honor my son, Thor Odinson and my daughter Jane Foster as they prepare to take the throne of Asgard and usher us into a new era. Thor, your mother and I can not express how proud of you we are." Freya nodded as well. "We know you will make us proud and keep the people of Asgard safe from hard and maintain peace in all the nine realms." People clapped lightly as the king smiled at his son. "To Thor." Odin raised his cup. Everyone clapped and cheered.

Thor crossed the room to Loki. "I hope you did not forget about our little agreement." He said calmly as he waved to his other guest.

"And I was beginning to think you were making this too easy for me." Loki smiled at the women passing by.

"Not a chance." Thor extended his hand and greeted a member of the high council.

Loki chuckled, tomorrow would be interesting indeed.

The big day was here and all of Asgard was gathered at the palace. Celebrations started early this week as hundreds made the pilgrimage to the palace. Today was truly spectacular, today their new king and queen would be crowned. Hundreds gathered in the gaming arena and watched the parade of celebration. The first academy classes of the royal guard walked out first marching in front to kick off the games. Magnus marched proudly before his king. Loki waved and clapped, standing on the steps with his sons next to the throne. The Royal Guard parted and formed a perfect line down the arena. They turned and saluted their king before blowing the horns to start the presentation of the games. Warriors from all over Asgard played their customary games. Gladiators fought, archers fired arrows in glorious display, hitting impossible targets. All of Asgard marveled at their strength, for this coronation was more than just another crowning ceremony, it was a celebration the strength of Asgard. A presentation of the power and courage each and every person in Asgard had, a sign that a new era would begin with an even better and stronger Asgard.

Towards the end was the two-hundred meter triathlon for the children. Thor grinned at Loki, feeling confident his son would win. Loki smiled back, secretly rooting for his son as well. The canons went off and the little ones ran down the track. Loki and Thor searched for their sons, they were holding down the rear and the two brothers laughed together. Their sons weren't leading by a long shot, but they could tell the boys were having fun and giving it their best. When Tola and Eugene finished Thor and Loki made sure to show how proud they were of their sons. The happy fathers shouted and cheered for their boys with all of Asgard. Their future was bright with these young children ushering in a new generation.

Thor and Jane stood side by side, bowing before the king as the kingdom grew silent. Odin stood over his son. "Thor Odinson, do you hereby accept the responsibility and charge of protecting Asgard and all of the nine realms?"

"Aye!" Thor shouted.

Odin turned to Jane. "Jane Foster do you hereby accept the responsibility and charge of protecting Asgard and all of the nine realms?"

"Yes I do." Jane shouted.

Odin looked down at his son, he had been waiting for this day for a very long time. He could finally rest, knowing Asgard was in save hands. "Then with the power invested in me, I present to you the throne, of Asgard."

Odin raised his staff and tapped Thor and Jane on each of their shoulders. The crowded roared as their new king and queen stood before them. Thor and Jane held hands as they waved to their kingdom. At the coronation Jane was presented with the Golden Apple of Life. With this apple her life would be extended thousands of years, it was Asgard's highest honor. Thor and Jane walked down the steps as Odin and Freya followed, then Loki and his children. Saksi cheered from the side lines as Loki walked by. Loki knew that with this new king, no one would pay attention to him anymore, but he didn't care. His life was perfect just the way it was. He had found his place, after all those years of silently suffering, Loki had finally found his place. Magnus bowed as his father and brother's passed. Loki turned and smiled at him. Yes, his place was here, within the hearts of everyone who loved him.

The End.

"And we're done!" Loki yawned and stretched.

"That was a wonderful story Loki." Thor stood and stretched.

"Yes and it's off to bed for me." Loki got up and rubbed his pregnant belly.

Thor sighed. "Loki, pleased don't birth an army."

"Hmf, I can't help it that I am so fertile." Loki turned and walked away. "After all, what's two more?"

"Twins!?" Thor gasped. "Loki, you didn't tell me you were having twins!" Thor ran after his brother.