AN/ yes, yes, I know. This chapter is being update much later in the day than usual.. but I've had an eventful day! :') I loved this chapter to be honest.. so much expectation! I'm having fun playing with Loki's more.. innocent and vulnerable side :D
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Geira had returned home, she was exhausted and wanted to prepare for Loki's big day tomorrow. She rustled around her small room, picking out suitable attire for the following day. She found a beautiful pale blue dress, it was cinched in at her waist, giving her the perfect figure, the neckline was straight and ran just across her chest and off her shoulders slightly, the bottom half of the dress was slim but flared slightly towards the bottom, hugging her dainty legs. She smiled slightly to herself, knowing it would suit the day perfectly. She went to her window and sat down in a small seat, she looked out over the small narrow street where she lived. People were bustling around, returning home before darkness fell. Geira had lived in darkness while under the palace's employment as Loki's company, she could not wait to spend time in the sunlight with the handsome prince. She still had doubts, if Loki would still require her presence now that he had freedom, but she pushed the thoughts to the back of her head. She rose from her seat and pulled the drapes across the small window, she crawled into her bed and hid beneath the covers, praying for sleep to come, for tomorrow to come that little bit faster.
Loki had been up all night, fretting about the coming day, wondering what reception he would receive in the palace, hoping that Geira would be there by his side. She had become his strength, his courage.. his happiness. He smiled to himself at the thought her himself and Geira, strolling through the gardens, or finding a secret place and hiding there, if only for one hour. He would not waste one second of their time out of his small cell. He knew morning would not be long until it arrived as other prisoners were beginning to stir. He could feel excitement bubble within his chest, he began to pace the cell, with a huge smile pasted on his face. Every sound startled him as he became lost in his thoughts, the plans he had for the day. Finally after what seemed like days of waiting, guards descended into the prison, bringing breakfast for the prisoners. Loki knew this would make it exactly 7am in the morning, he was beyond containment, he was pacing quicker now, smiling at everyone that caught his glance. Now he had to be patient, to wait for Geira's arrival, and the start of their adventurous day.
Geira had woken at exactly 6:30am, she bounced out of bed and ran to her small bathroom, she filled her small wash basin and splashed water on her face. She picked up a soft white towel and dried herself off before preparing her make up for the coming day. She decided to go for a very natural look, but with bright red lipstick, she smiled at how it seemed to steal away a small percentage of the innocence her face portrayed. Geira had a youthful face, large eyes and delicate features, however the red of her lips somehow made her look, dare she say it, appealing. She couldn't help but wonder Loki's reaction to this. It made her laugh quietly to herself as she passed through into her bedroom, quickly sliding into the dress she had picked out the night before. She looked in her mirror and barely recognized the young woman staring back at her, she liked how this made her feel, confidence oozed from her eyes. She hurried out of her apartment and made her way to the palace, to her prince.
She scrambled through the palace until finally, she found a familiar face. Thor stood at the end of a hallway, his knuckles pressed against his waist in his best 'super hero' pose. Geira could not stop herself from bursting out in childish laughter, Thor held the pose a few moments longer before his face cracked and he roared with laughter also. He made his way to Geira, covering the distance in merely four long strides. He held out his huge arms and pulled Geira off her feet into a bear hug. She wriggled, trying to breathe, all the while giggling at Thor's obvious good mood.
'Thor! Put me down!' she laughed, 'I am trying to make my way to your brother! I'm sure you are aware of what today holds for him.' Geira mused as Thor gently set her back on her feet.
'Ah! Yes!' Thor boomed, 'He has time in the palace today! What are your plans?' He asked politely.
'Well, he has given me no clue, dear friend! I am to be surprised it seems!' Geira said with excitement pouring into her words.
'Well, I wish you all the luck and happiness in your day, my lady.' Thor graciously bowed to her and took his leave, turning his head and throwing her a dashing smile as he walked away. Geira chuckled and continued on her way to Loki's cell with a spring in her step.
Loki heard the large doors open, he instantly made his way to the front of his cell, one hand placed lightly on the barrier. He saw Geira appear at the bottom of the staircase, his jaw dropped at the sight of her. She looked astounding, her hair was again loose, flowing down her back with a slight wave, her eyes were sparkling and full and life.. and her lips, he had to take a second look. They were bright red, plumper than he thought they would ever appear. He closed his eyes momentarily and shook his head slightly, clearing his head from the thoughts that clouded his better judgement. When he opened his eyes once again, Geira was standing much closer than he had expected, smiling up at him from the other side of the barrier.
'Hello, my prince.' she mused. 'How are you this morning?' she spoke with innocence.. innocence that did not appear on her face today at all.
'I.. I am.. Well, I'm rather well, my sweet.' Loki stuttered, trying to pull his gaze from her ruby lips. Geira simply laughed at the young prince and slipped into his cell using the gap the guard had made from her.
'You.. You look different today, Geira.' Loki said, looking the girl up and down, taking in every inch of her appearance. Geira smiled widely and delicately twirled in front of a stunned Loki.
'Do you like it, Loki?' her face shone with happiness, Loki could see the familiar innocence in her eyes once again and it warmed his heart.
'I like it, very much.' Loki said with a smiled and he gently pulled the small girl to his chest, holding her tightly in a warm embrace. Geira placed her head neatly against Loki's chest and held herself close to his solid but lean frame. They stayed that way for a long while, simply enjoying each other's presence. Geira listened intently to Loki's rhythmical heartbeat, smiling and gently tracing small circles on his chest where a small patch of skin had been exposed. Loki shivered slightly and smiled to himself, he placed a small delicate kiss on the top of Geira's head. Just as they became lost in their intimate little bubble, a guard approached the cell and cleared his throat. Geira instinctively pulled away and stood straight, staring at the guard in shock. Loki laughed at her and slid his arm around her waist in one smooth motion, pulling her closer against his side.
'Hello, sir. Why have you come?' Loki questioned the guard in a polite tone.
'The King has sent me to inform you that you may take your hour of palace time now, I will be there to supervise along with Halvdan, over there..' The guard pointed over to the young guard that had helped Loki out in the past. This brought a smile to the prince's face. He nodded respectfully at Halvdan.
'And what is your name, good sir?' Loki inquired.
'My name is Kalle. Myself and Halvdan will be your personal supervisors while you have time out of your cell.' The guard stated, seeming proud of his new role.
'Well then, Kalle, Halvdan, may we proceed into the palace?' Loki smiled from ear to ear, brimming with excitement.
'We may,' Kalle said politely with a slight smile, 'However,' he added, 'The King has told me that you have been warned to be on your best behaviour, sire.'
'I shall be, my good man!' Loki stated, a smile still stuck to his face, lightening his features.
Kalle opened the barrier and suddenly, Loki froze. Geira could feel his body tighten, his eyes widened and she could see fear take over his features. Kalle and Halvdan both looked on in confusion.
'Come on, sire.. I'm sure you don't want to lose any precious minutes..' Halvdan said in an encouraging tone, giving the prince a small smile. Loki began to quiver, Geira quickly slide her small hand into his and squeezed gently, she stood on her tip toes and placed a small kiss on Loki porcelain cheek.
'Loki, my dear, you have been awaiting this moment.. Do not be afraid.' Geira whispered against Loki's cheek. He blinked quickly and turned his gaze to Geira's ice blue eyes. He nodded slightly and attempted to place a smile upon his face. 'You have no reason to be afraid.' Geira smiled back, reassuring the terrified prince. Without warning, Loki took the step he needed to be free of his cell. Geira quickly followed, keeping a hold of Loki's hand in hers. Loki stood in the middle of the prison corridor, looking up at the large doors set high on top of the stone stairway. He swallowed hard, trying to breathe steadily, his heart was racing and he felt like he should run back into the safety of his cell. Geira squeezed his hand once again. He knew retreat was no longer an option. Just as panic began to set in, the large doors opened, and standing there, looking like an angel, was his mother, Frigga. Geira smiled widely and nudged Loki slightly.
'See, Loki, you have no reason to be afraid.' She whispered to him, happiness thick in her voice. Loki relaxed slightly and looked down at her, he returned a warm smile and squeezed her small hand.
'I suppose we should make our way to freedom?' He said with a small smirk. Geira smiled and nodded slightly.
With that, they began to climb the huge stairs towards Frigga, the light that poured through the doors was dancing in their eyes, and Loki could see the sunlight once again...