AN/ What is Odin up to guys?!
So I am absolutely loving writing this. I know I say it on every chapter, and I know Loki may not be how everyone would see him, but I can't stress enough how it is my perception of the character and I hope I don't disappoint any of you! I also thought I'd let you guys in on some of my inspiration.
From the last chapter you guys might remember the lines 'You are lost.' Well, I stumbled across a youtube video last week by VilyaXxX0llwyna called 'Loki | you are lost, you can never go home.', It wasn't so much the video (although it is great), but it was how well Gollum's Song seemed to fit Loki's story. Most of my story stemmed from that, and here we are! There's so many other songs I'll include in later chapters, and I hope they will give you all little hints to the mood. :D
Sorry for the awfully long Author's Note! On to the story! Enjoy xo
The King appeared at the bottom of the staircase, Loki raised his head slightly from Geira's shoulder, his eyes red and irritated from the tears he could not hold back. Geira tightened her grip on Loki slightly, she whispered quietly in his ear.
'Do not be afraid to show yourself..' She gently pulled away and stood up, gently smoothing her clothes and her hair before turning to face the Alfather. She knelt to him, her hand across her chest.
'My dear, I need to speak with Loki alone, you can return when I am finished if it is what you desire.' Odin said softly, speaking directly to Geira. She nodded and rose from her knelt position, she lightly let her hand pass over Loki's shoulder as she walked to the barrier and out the gap Odin had created for her. Loki watched her leave and felt his heart drop as she left his sight. He quickly remembered how he must look to Odin, weak, weeping and pathetic, He also remembered Geira's words.. don't be afraid. Loki took a deep breath and dragged himself to his feet, he did not stand proud, he did not have his usual smug expression on his features. He stood there, his head bowed, waiting for Odin to speak.
'Loki.. I can see a change in you, are you so wholly unwell?' Odin asked, this time quietly, sincerely.
'Alfather.. I am unwell. I cannot live with my actions. I cannot live another day as this monster.' Loki's voice cracked and quivered as he admitted his true feelings to the King.
'Are you trying to tell me you are sorry, Loki?' Odin watched as Loki reached out to hold the back of a chair, steadying his obviously tired frame. Loki nodded slightly and his eyes filled with tears, he blinked attempting to stop them inevitably falling down his porcelain cheeks.
'I am sorry, you majesty. I will forever condemn myself for my crimes.' Loki lifted his head slightly, looking Odin directly in the eyes. The King took a long pause, staring back at Loki, but not with contempt or rage, he looked once again, like a father. Odin wanted nothing more than to comfort Loki. He would always be his son, and he would always protect him, but Loki had to allow it.
Without another thought, Odin opened the barrier and stepped into Loki's small cell, he took 3 long and graceful strides, before sitting down on a chair opposite his son.
'Loki, please sit.' he whispered quietly. Loki did so without hesitation, he was exhausted and defeated. 'Now, my son..' Odin said, watching Loki to judge his reaction, Loki simply looked up at Odin with eyes full of sorrow, The King decided to continue, 'I have come to the decision that Geira is obviously a good influence on you, she has helped me see that my son is still here, for he sits before me now.. and I could not be happier to see him.' Odin's voice was low and full of emotion, Loki could hear the joy in his tone, but also the sadness, he could not understand.
'I am here.. Father.' Loki said quietly, a tear escaping his emerald eye. 'I am here and I am not afraid. Geira has taught me not to be afraid..' Loki's voice cracked while he spoke her name, emotion flowing through him, once again making him feel alive.
'This girl.. she has made a strong impression on you, my boy.' Odin smiled, resting a large hand on Loki's shoulder. Loki returned the smile as well as he could, nodding slightly. Odin's act of kindness had warmed his heart. He wanted nothing more than to have his old life back, his home.. his family. 'She reminds me of your mother..' Odin said with a playful smile on his face and love in his eyes.
The King abruptly stood up, his hand still on Loki's shoulder.
'I am going to give you one hour per day, to spend on the palace ground, wherever you please. You will be guarded at all times.' Odin stated with authority, however he quietly added, 'for now..'.
Loki reached up and placed his hand on Odin's, tears fell from his eyes and he could not quite catch his breath
'Father.. Thank you. I cannot express my gratitude. Thank you a thousand times.', The young prince spluttered.
'Now now, my son. Do not thank me just yet, You have a lot to prove. Please, do not let me down.' Odin said in a caring tone. He then patted Loki's shoulder and strode out of the cell, he turned his head and flashed Loki a smile. Loki's eyes lit up, he stood and bowed to his father.
'Father!' Loki called, 'May she return?'
'Of course.' Odin chuckled and waved his guards, signally it was time to leave. Odin was surrounded in seconds, he continued up the stairs, as soon as he was out of sight, Loki heard the doors close. He could not contain himself, he wanted nothing more than to see Geira and tell her of his incredible news.
Loki got off his chair, he passed an illusion over himself, he stood proud. his hair trimmed and slicked back carefully, his royal attire neat and the gold that lined it was shining. He looked the himself once more, he felt like himself before all of the evil had polluted his mind. Loki looked to the staircase to see Geira graceful descend. He smiled widely at her and held his arms out, waiting for her to enter his cell. A guard opened the barrier for her and she entered the cell, a huge smile on her face. She did not know the reason for Loki's change of mood, but she was glad to see it. He looked just how she remembered, happy, innocent and utterly handsome. Loki threw his arms around her, pulling the petite girl to his chest, pressing his lips to the top of her head, he closed his eyes and drew in her scent. Geira was utterly baffled, but she just smiled and wrapped her arms around Loki's torso, holding herself to him. Loki gently pulled away slightly and looked down at her, waiting for her to raise her head enough for him to see her beautiful eyes.
'Geira.. my darling, I have the best news I could ever hope for.' he spoke quietly but excitement laced his every word. Geira smiled and looked up at the beaming prince.
'And what would that news be?' she asked with curiosity and hope.
'I have been granted one hour per day, when I can roam the palace, supervised of course.. but I will have freedom! I will see the glorious Asgardian sun.. I will see the birds, feel the breeze upon my cheek.. I will be apart of this world for a while at least!' He said, getting more excited as he continued. He could no longer keep calm, he lifted Geira off her feet in a tight hug and spun her around. 'My dear, it's incredible!' Geira laughed and held onto him, but suddenly a thought hit her, hard. Would he still want her company, now he could have the company of whomever he chose within the palace.. she tried to keep her smile, but Loki saw the panic in her eyes. 'Geira.. whatever is the matter.. is this not a happy thought?' He spoke quietly now, confusion and concern was apparent in his tone.
'My prince, it is a happy thought indeed.. However, what will become of our friendship now? You will not need my companionship any longer..' she trailed off, not wanting to continue on her thought path.
'Geira, do not speak such blasphemy.. My dear, I want to spend every second of my freedom with you.' Loki once again smiled and pressed his lips to her forehead. 'You have given me this new lease of life, I intend to spend it with you, if you will not protest.' Geira breathed a sigh of relief and hugged the prince tightly, hiding her face in his muscular chest.
'I cannot describe how happy that makes me, Loki. I have missed you so..' Geira whispered, not wanting to let Loki go, not wanting to loose him again.
Loki held Geira tightly, lightly kissing her pale hair from time to time. He rested his head on hers, gently swaying them back and fourth. He smiled to himself as thoughts of what they would do passed through his mind.
'I do have something I wish to show you.' he whispered, hoping Geira would agree. 'I think you will like it very much. I hope you will like it very much.' he said quietly. Geira nodded against his chest and whispered quietly,
'I will be more than happy to oblige, Loki.. Odinson.' she looked up at him with a smile, joy dancing in her eyes. Loki could do nothing but return her smile, with just the same joy and admiration.
'Thank you, my dear.' he whispered quietly, leaning down to place a gently kiss upon her cheek. She blushed violently and hid her face once again. Loki gently pulled away and led her to his small bed, Geira looked at the prince with doubt. 'No, No, silly girl,' Loki chuckled, 'I would like you to sit with me.. We have much planning to do. We must fit as much as possible into each short hour!' the prince stated excitedly. Geira smiled and laughed quietly at herself and her thoughts. Loki sat down and gently patted the spot beside him, Geira happily sat next to him. They spent the remainder of the day talking and planning all the wonderful things they would do the very next day, when Loki would get his first hour of freedom since returning to Asgard.. Neither of them could contain their happiness..