A chime from Tony's pocket caused a grin to erupt, which could have rivaled the brilliance of the sun. Pulling his phone from the confinement of his jeans he unlocked the screen to reveal a text message from a certain raven haired literary genius. Tony placed down the red, faux leather, bound book to see what the author had to say.
'What are you up to?'
-L
The text came at the usual time over the past five days. 10:30 in the morning Loki would strike up a conversation. Tony assumed that he either woke at that time or it was by mere coincidence. None the less Tony was thrilled to receive the text on time.
'Reading a book I am sure you are familiar with.'
-T
Exiting his messenger Tony went back to the book, not before taking a moment to enjoy his phone's background image. It was the picture he had snapped of Loki in the reindeer horns. It amused Tony greatly. With genuine curiosity Tony turned the pages of the book, craving the poetic words of what was to happen next in the enthralling murder mystery. Another chime took him from his reading again.
'Would it happen to be Gift of Understanding or Psychosis?'
-L
'Psychosis. I find it absolutely brilliant. Picked it up yesterday afternoon when Pep and I got some groceries for the Christmas dinner at my party. Nearly finished it. I should have picked up gift of Understanding as well. I didn't think I would finish this one this early though. But I digress. The decorations look amazing btw. Thanks for helping pick some of this stuff out. What are you up to?'
-T
Tony had figured Loki was brilliant at writing, but this was insane. The voice captured you and pulled you into the story. You could easily become the character and feel all that he felt. Chills would run through your body as he began to go crazy. His jittery quirks became yours as you turned each page. It was amazing. Tony opened the next text Loki sent.
'I am thrilled that you enjoy my works. If you would like I could lend you my copy of both Novels with notes I have written in them. I am excited to see the decorations. I am out in the city looking for some inspiration for my next book. Going through a bit of writer's block. I also picked up a gift for you for Christmas.'
-L
'I would love to borrow them. Thanks Loksters! If you're looking for inspiration try going to the top of the highest building and looking down on all of the people. It helps me when I'm in a rut. What did you get me?'
-T
Tony's pulse quickened with excitement. His mind raced with the possibilities of what Loki could have gotten him, yet he drew a blank as to what it could even possibly be. It wasn't so much the gift he was thrilled by either. Who he was receiving it from was what set his heart aflutter. He had plans for Loki's gift but had been distracted by the book to enact on them. He pulled his phone out and answered Loki's text before doing anything else.
'Anthony, do you really believe I would tell you what I got you for Christmas? But if you must know, it was 2 free nights with a hooker. :p Thank you for the advice though. I think I may try it.'
-L
'Hahahaha very funny Loki. You don't even know my preference in hookers. ;3 And you're welcome man.'
-T
Tony entered a number into his phone and called it. It rang about 4 times before a female voice picked up.
"Hello?" she asked.
"Hey, is this Natasha? This is Tony. Tony Stark. You're dating one of my best friends and are the roommate to one of my new friends."
"Oh, it's Mr. Big-shot, nice to finally talk to you. Loki tells me about you, and Clint has mentioned you a few times. What do you need?" Natasha lounged across the couch of her and Loki's apartment. It was a bit surprising to receive a call from Tony. She had expected her first time talking to him would be at the Christmas party Clint invited her to.
"Loki talks about me?" Natasha raised her eyebrows at this. "Anyway, I was wondering if you could do me a favor."
"Depends on what you're asking," Natasha's curiosity was peaked at where the conversation was headed.
"It involves a Christmas present for Loki," Tony stated.
"Alright, I'm listening," Natasha smiled as Tony filled her in on his plan.