Disclaimer: I do not own any of the characters or anything recognizable from the world of Thor; everything belongs to Marvel.
Previously:
(Loki's POV)
I can't believe that mortal just slapped me! How dare that pathetic mortal slap me, Loki?! As I observed her I noticed she had fire burning in her soul, I would enjoy smothering that flame. It is obvious Thor cares greatly for this mortal as no other woman has succeeded in taming him in the way she has. Yes, I believe I now have the perfect way to gain my revenge against Thor. I will not kill him physically; I will break his spirit by breaking the woman he loves.
"Of course brother, I will be on my best behavior." I said smirking at Thor.
Chapter Two
(Jane's POV)
I have been in Asgard for nearly a week and I still haven't had a chance to explore the city. I have been stuck in the palace with Queen Frigga or one of the guards while Thor is off making battle plans. Looking around my room, which could have fit my tiny apartment in it, I noticed that I was unattended.
An idea sprung into my head as I realized there was now no one to tell me to stay in my chambers obediently. I kept quietly to the door and cracked it open to see if there was anyone standing guard outside, there was no one. Excited by my seeming stroke of luck, I took the chance to leave my room and explore.
The corridors were immaculate and well decorated but not overly done, it took my breath away for the second time. For a brief moment I stopped and imagined what it would be like to walk the corridors with Thor every day, but then I remembered the sneer on Odin's face when he saw me. A chill ran down my spine when I thought about Odin, it made me feel inferior; like I didn't belong here or with Thor. Speaking of Thor, I have seen very little of him after the first night. I understand he is busy preparing for a war, but he could at least stop by to say hello.
"Great, just great, you finally found him and he's still feels miles away." Jane muttered to herself quietly as she continued walking down the halls.
Immersed in her thoughts, Jane didn't see the dark figure that clung to the shadows of the corridor steadily getting closer to her. The figure was reaching out to grab Jane when Queen Frigga appeared.
"There you are, Jane. I have been looking for you." Queen Frigga says to me.
I jumped in surprise when I heard Queen Frigga's voice rang through the silent hall.
"Oh, yes…I was just exploring." I say back a little sheepishly.
"It is alright, dear. Have you like what you have seen so far?" Queen Frigga asked me.
"Yes! Everything is lovely, though I have only seen the halls so far." I answered.
"Well, that just won't do. I thought my son had given you a proper tour already, follow me." Queen Frigga said to me as she began walking.
I followed the queen not really sure where she was leading us, but it consisted of a lot of twist and turns. When we finally slowed our brisk pace I noticed that we now stood on a balcony that looked out over all of Asgard. The city was beautiful and gave off hues of sparkling gold and silver.
"I always come here to clear my mind, it has a calming effect. You are welcome here anytime." Queen Frigga said softly to me as she looked out over her kingdom.
"Thank you." I said back still stunned by the view.
"We are not done our tour yet, I still have the gardens and library to show you." Queen Frigga said smiling again all traces of her worried filled as eyes as she looked out over Asgard were gone.
I followed her as she once again picked up her brisk pace and began leading up down another maze of halls before we stopped at and entrance way that lead out of the palace into the garden area.
"Odin dedicated this garden to me for our anniversary one year. He placed a bench near the fountain and a maze in the garden when I wanted fresh air to clear away my thoughts and stresses. I know you believe my husband doesn't like you very much and it may be true, but he will grow fond of you in time. Especially once he sees how happy you make Thor." Queen Frigga tells me as she takes me for a stroll around the garden.
I had though the halls and the view of Asgard were stunning sights, but the garden gave me an entirely different feel. I felt peaceful and calm as I took in the sight of the many different flowers and listened to the stream of the fountain. I was so enthralled with the garden that I was disappointed when Queen Frigga motioned for me to follow her back inside; I made a mental promise to find my way back to the gardens.
Once again I embarked upon the many twist and turns that the corridors of the Asgaridian palace that it could conjure up. This time when our pace slowed I found myself standing before to gorgeous double doors with eccentric designs. The golden doors swung open and revealed an expansive library that held at least four separate levels. I gasped in awe and curiosity at the knowledge the books held within them. Without thinking I made my way over to the nearest bookshelf and found a book on Asgardian history and immediately started reading.
"Well, I can see your right at home so I will be going now. When you're ready to go back to your room tell one of the guards in the hall." Queen Frigga told me chuckling lightly.
I nodded and settled into one of the comfy armchairs to continue my reading.
(Loki's POV)
I have been pacing around in my room all day thinking of how sweet the day will be when I am king and have my revenge on all of the imbeciles who dared to look down upon me. I have been a little restless all day after my dear father and brother disregarded my warning that the Dark Elves were bound to attack again. They were convinced that they wouldn't dare attempt such a thing as Asgard was now alerted to the threat they posed, but I knew different.
"They prove everyday how foolish they can…" I said to myself aloud.
I sat down in my armchair and looked around my room. I don't think I could physically handle being cooped up in this room all day, especially after having just been released from my cell only a week ago. I pondered how I could spend my day and then an idea struck me, the Midgardian. Yes, I would see what the mortal was doing with her day. Besides I need to gain her trust and eventually her affections if I want my plan to work.
Smirking, I headed out of my room and down the hall towards the mortals chambers. When I arrived I found that the mortal had vacated her chambers so I begin wondering the halls searching for her. It didn't take me long to find the mortal and I was pleasantly surprised to find her without her usual guardianship.
"I see our resident mortal has gotten restless." I chuckled to myself.
I clung to the shadows of the corridor and hid behind the pillars whenever she looked behind her. The mortal could sense that someone was watching her, but she felt secure in the fact that no harm would come upon her.
I kept a safe distance between us when I noticed that there was another person also following the mortal. At first I dismissed it as a member of the guard being courteous enough to pretend they weren't watching her every move, but then I sensed that the person in the shadows held ill will towards the mortal.
"Well, I can't very well let them kill or kidnap the mortal. She's vital to my future plans." I thought to myself.
I waited for the opportune moment to intervene but my intervention was rendered needless as my mother appeared out of nowhere. I melted back into the shadows unwilling to draw my mother's attention.
I followed them around in the shadows, waiting until my mother left the mortal by her lonesome once more. It took nearly two hours before my mother left the mortal in the solitude of the library.
I watched the mortal for a little longer before I made my presence known.
"Enjoying the book are you, Jane? I myself enjoy good works of literature." I spoke loud enough for her to hear me.
"Ahh! Loki! You scared me!" Jane shrieked as she became aware of my presence. Her body was tense and I could tell she was uncomfortable being alone with me.
"It was not my intention to startle you Jane." I said showing mock remorse.
Jane scrunched her nose up in disbelief, but refused to take her eyes off my person. It was no surprise that she didn't trust me. I mean I did try to kill Thor and then I practically destroyed the Migardian city of Manhattan or something like that.
"I mean you no harm Jane; I was just coming in to browse the library as you." I told while making my way over to the bookshelf.
Jane didn't respond to what I said. Instead she continued to look st me distrustfully and alternated between watching me and contemplating making a run for the door.
"Not thinking of running away are you, Jane?" I smirked.
"N-no…I was just looking around." She stuttered out.
"I am the God of Lies, Jane. Please don't insult me with you obvious and horrid attempt at a lie. You were contemplating running from the door. What's the matter Jane? Do I scare you?" I asked tauntingly as I walked closer towards her and placed my book on the table.
"No you do not scare me! You are nothing but a spoiled and jealous boy, who hates that his older brother got all of the glory!" She shouted in a moment of bravado at me.
I must say the mortal's fiery spirit is quite amusing to me and it almost, almost makes me feel bad about wanting to see it shatter. Then again watching those who were once mighty shatter can be a beautiful sight.
"Ah, there is that fiery spirit I was waiting to see you employ. I must admit that seeing you cowering and looking for the nearest exit was most unbecoming of you." I said to her asked I moved a lock of hair out of her face.
She back away from me and fell back into her armchair as it blocked her escape.
"S-stay away from me!" She shouted.
"Is that what you really want, hmm? Do you wish for me to leave you in peace?" I asked her quietly as I gauged her reaction.
"Yes. I-I want you to leave." She said to me though her fast paced heart beat and her eyes told a different story.
"Are you sure you want me to leave, Jane?" I asked leaning in closer to her.
She refused to answer my question instead choosing to close her eyes and pretend that I wasn't there. I decided to take pity on her and resettled myself in my armchair that sat across from hers. I read my book in silence and listened as she fidgeted uncomfortably. Today had proved to be more fruitful than I intended for it to be. Who would have thought that Thor's precious mortal was enthralled by my very presence? This could be very useful to me in the future.
Time passed quickly as we both became engrossed in our novels and I soon realized dinner time was approaching.
"Would you like me to escort you to your room, Jane?" I asked her once again startling her.
"I am sure I could find my way just fine." She replied stubbornly.
"I have no doubts that at some point you would succeed. However, dinner is vast approaching and you wouldn't want to walk in late would you?" I asked her as I got up and walked towards the double doors.
I had just entered the corridor when I heard her hastily making her way towards me.
"Wait!" She called after me as she was catching up.
I turned towards her and lifted my eyebrow.
"Well, you have decided to join me after all." I said to her as she reached me.
"If you try anything I will tell Thor." She warned me pointedly.
"If you think Thor scares me then you are more foolish than I believed mortal." I snarled at her before collecting myself.
We walked down the corridor and towards her chambers in silence.
"It has been nice spending time with you. We should do it again sometime. After all I was jesting when I said I like you, Jane." I smirked at her.
She shuddered before turning and entering her room. I couldn't tell if her shuddered was out of subconsciously suppressed want or fear.
(Jane's POV)
I leaned my head back against my door to level out my breathing. Sighing, I push myself away from the door and head over to the closet. I am still annoyed with the amount of clothes they saw fit to stock my closet with, I mean who could possibly need so many clothes.
I found a red strapless night gown and some silver heels. I put on some light make-up and did my hair in a simple but elegant up do before putting on the dress and heels. When I was satisfied with my appearance I opened the door and signaled the guard that I was ready. Thor was supposed to be escorting me but for the umpteenth time he had canceled due to other obligations. A part of me wonders if this is what it would be like if we were ever married and ruling over Asgard.
Walking down the corridor with the silent guard my mind began to wonder to Loki and the interaction we had in the library today. He affected me way more than he should have been, I should have been repulsed by his presence. I knew that Loki did not like me; he made it known in how he refers to me as 'the mortal' when he talks to others about me. I guess I should count my blessings that he addresses me directly with my regular name. Still I couldn't help but notice how nice he smelled today.
"You shouldn't be thinking about Thor's brother in that way! You already have Thor! Bad Jane!" I chastised myself.
The guard next to me cleared his throat to get my attention.
"Lady Jane, we have arrived." The guards told me as he held open the door for me.
"Thank you." I said as I walked through the door and to my seat adjacent from Thor.
"Jane! How has your day been?" Thor asks me in a boisterous voice.
"Very well, thank you." I said suppressing a full blown smile.
Dinner was an elegant three course meal and I picked at each course in order to be able to eat a little of everything. When everyone was finished with dinner music started playing and couples slowly started to make their way to the dance floor.
"Would you like to dance, my lady?" Thor offered his hand to me.
"As a matter of fact I would, kind sir." I said laughing.
Thor was a natural dancing and he spun me around the room in wonderful twist and turns, but he never held me close. Thor above all else is a gentlemen and it is something that I like about him, but at times I wish he would lose some semblance of control and show me for a moment that I ignite passion in him like he does to me.
As the song ended I saw Loki tap Thor on the shoulder.
"May I cut in brother?" Loki asked Thor politely. Thor looked to me for permission before handing me over to Loki.
Loki pulled me tight against his chest and began moving to the rhythm of the music. Loki's dancing was so much more possessive than Thor's not once did I feel myself leave the coldness that radiated off his body and I found that despite my best efforts I liked it. There was something about the coldness he emanated that drew me more than the warmth of Thor's embrace.
"Is this what you wanted Jane?" Loki whispered in my ear and I shuddered.
I looked up into his eyes and my breath caught in my throat. I hadn't realized how green his eyes were before. They were more beautiful than Thor's sparkling baby blue ones. The song ended and it snapped me out of my thoughts. Realizing, I had just been thinking of Loki in an inappropriate way I broke away from him and made my way back to my seat.
"I am glad that you are getting along with my brother." Thor said smiling.
I nodded and picked up my goblet of water before fanning my face with my hand. Suddenly, the room had become entirely too congested and I felt the need to be free of all the prying eyes who were staring at me.
"Excuse me." I said hastily as I made my way to the door.
The entire way out of the room I felt eyes boring into me as if they were watching my every move.
I made my way the dining hall out into the gardens for some fresh air. I took my time gazing into the sky and allowing the aroma of the flowers to soothe away my stresses. I had the horrible feeling pooling in my stomach that I wasn't alone. I looked around for a sign that someone was out here with me but I saw no one.
"You are being paranoid Jane. It's probably just the guard." I told myself.
Reassured that I was just being paranoid, I continued my walk around the gardens but the gut feeling kept pestering me. Freaked out, I turned to hurry back inside. I had almost made it to the front steps when someone grabbed me.
"HELP! SOMEONE HELP ME!" I managed to scream before a hand covered my mouth.
My captor turned me to face them and my eyes widened in fear, it was a dark elf.
"I have been waiting for the right time mortal. You were foolish to come out here by yourself." The dark elf laughed cruelly.
I tried to fight back in any way that I could manage, but I only ended up with my arm twisted and slammed against the grass. In the distance I could hear people coming and I wondered if they would make it to me in time, I hoped they would.
The last thing I remembered before blinding pain over took my thoughts was the image blasting the dark elf and then leaning over me and whispering.
"You will be alright." Loki told me before I lost consciousness.
Please Review!