(Loki & Reader 17)

AN: it's been a year since I've stopped typing and drawing the Avengers. I honestly dont regret stopping because I really had a feeling no one gave interest. So in this chapter I'll give everything my all and a few interesting twists! Enjoy!

You sat looking very solemn and on edge. The stool which you sat on was very uncomfortable due to your last nights 'fondue-ing' with Loki, God of mischief.

Across from you sat the sobbing redhead, Pepper Potts, Tony's loyal and lovely looking assistant. You frowned deeply as your thoughts wondered among many others. Some of which never crossed your mind until now...

You wondered how Pepper could be looking so beautiful and yet still stay with a guy like well, Tony. You wondered how many times he's flirted, kissed, and even bedded other women in front and in the same house as her. You wondered how, Pepper could even put up with his sarcastic shit. It reminded you of Loki...

"Love's hard, Pepper. I would know. Loki, he's a pain in the ass sometimes." You said abruptly, interfering with the cracking sobs coming from the gingers throat.

"You don't know what it's like to see,Tony, with another woman," the ginger gripped her biceps and looked at the floor from the tall stool. She looked as if she was staring into pure air, but with a deadly mixture of ice... You watch her body naturally pose itself like a model, you couldn't imagine the pain. "It hurts..." She whispered lowly.

You felt your fists form upon the cold counter tops. Damn it she had a reason for feeling sorry for herself but couldn't she do something about it?

"He talks about you none stop. He's happiest and at his naughtiest around you, Pepper!" You shouted abruptly, hopping off to the side of the large stool.

Pepper quickly looked up from her almost none breakable stare with the floor to look at you, her expression was dumbfounded. But who wouldn't be at such a comment. You had to do something though or you'd feel sorry for someone's heartache like you did with Loki.

"I beg your pardon?"

You scrounged up a miserable sounding groan and glared daggers at Pepper before slamming your hands spread on the tiled counter. "I just woke up! I'm starving! And I don't want to talk about Tony! Why? Because he's a child who doesn't play nice with women. That's why you should either fight back or give up. Now if that wasn't enough, lets get dressed again!" You shouted off, slipping around the island counter and grabbing Pepper, leading her out to the living area then to your room.

"Wait what?" Pepper hadn't a second of a chance before she was flying through the living-room past Tony. You smiled slyly as he glared at your passing but froze when a tear came from Peppers cheek, hitting his hand lightly.

Pepper, she sniffled lightly and tried to wipe her away. But you had your own ideas and you quickly halted her before she touched one tear. Quietly you gave her a reassuring smile and took both her hands leading her to your room.

"You like dancing?" You asked soothingly, swaying lightly to a imaginary rhythm.

Pepper flashed a quick smile and nodded once to answer your question. Her eyes flashed a bit with a mischievous glimmer and you knew. Tonight was going to be fun...

Tony sat bewildered in a comfy plush sofa, still wearing his stained pants. The gears in his head turning like they would do in a life death situation, but these gear were special. Tony stared at the sparkling tear that had dropped on him and wondered. Why was Pepper crying?

Tony frowned, "JARVIS, why do women insist on crying?"

Quickly a robotic voice replied saying, "I believe it's a emotion, sir... Drivin by someone's state of mind.." But it was quickly cut off by Tony's frustration.

"Yeah, yeah, I know how the human brain works, JARVIS, But never mind you wouldn't understand.." Tony reminded bluntly, cradling his face with the palm of his hand while his elbow rested on the arm of the sofa.

Pepper sat on the vanity bench and watched as you dug through some clothes you bought awhile ago with Loki at the mall while Loki just sat dressed and glaring at the innocent ginger. You knew you had to move fast for this plan to work and so you did.

"What did you mean when you asked, "Do you like to dance?" (Name?)?" Pepper asked, her voice shivered as Loki's cold gaze narrowed further.

"You're going to the opera with us, Me and Loki. I've set you up with a date already so don't worry." You stated and continued to dig through the clothes.

Loki growled and shot you a look. But you couldn't see it due to your fixation on the hot red dress you chose for yourself an the green cocktail dress for Pepper. They were perfect! She was perfect, you frowned. Why couldn't Tony see?

"Loki, would you be a doll and gussy Pepper up with your magic?" You said lowly, your voice filled with hurt.

A bit taken back Loki just stared before looking over to Pepper. But it take long for him to finally agree. As for Pepper, she had no intention thinking about undressing for Loki. But if she knew better she would've know HE WAS MAGIC!

-hour later-

"Sorry for my harsh sayings Mrs. Potts." Loki said, his hand on her waist placed firmly.

"It's okay, Loki. I forgive you." Pepper said shyly, flashing a smile as she pulled herself up a bit so they were chest to chest as their body's danced in a rhythm.

You watched happily as they held close to each other and looked into each others eyes. Loki, even if he wasn't into it he looked at her softly. But all Pepper could do was stare at his lovely pale face in amazement and pure awe. This made you wonder, had Pepper ever danced before?

You sat silent and still watching their figures dance in the middle of the room, so romantic you thought. Pepper looked so pretty in her goldish-green scoop-necked dress! You were amazingly so jealous of Pepper... You admired her...

However your attention always strayed back to Loki. Your lover, your mischief maker, your man... His slicked back hair was so shinny and shimmered in the city lights that gleamed from the outside window. His black suit with a green under shirt was even more enthusing to look at. It got your heart going a mile! He looked so mysterious, and you loved it!

But what puzzled you was that her closeness to him was making you jealous, why? You frowned as you sat on the vanity bench, staring at the two dancers who locked eyes and sway to the beat. Quietly, you whispered Loki's name into the air and looked at how he handled her. So tender and kind. You felt your heart sink.

"(Name), may I stop now?" Loki growled lowly and pulled away slowly, leaving Pepper alone.

Suddenly you looked up in realization that the music had stopped and Loki was looking quite uncomfortable, Pepper as well. You smiled and gave them a quick nod of approval.

"Thanks for giving her quick dance lesson, Loki." You split a grin and Pepper did too before running up and hugging you tightly.

"Thank you both!" Pepper cried into your shoulder and sobbing out little laughs.

Loki crossed his arms and rolled his eyes. "Girls, jeez."

End of Chapter 17