The Fall of Loki Odinsson: The Rise of Loki Friggasson

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Summary: Loki finds happiness on Midgard in the form of the Avengers and a quirky mortal that Darcy Lewis may or may not have set him up to meet. Loki learns how to accept himself and that joy can be found anywhere. : Loki finds happiness on Midgard in the form of the Avengers and a quirky mortal that Darcy Lewis may or may not have set him up to meet. Loki learns how to accept himself and that joy can be found anywhere.

Warnings: Loki is done with Thor's crap. Loki tells Thor the honest truth and moves out of the tower. Thor isn't happy that Loki's leaving. Thor is such a freaking daddy's boy but it has to happen.

######### Chapter 9: Your Brother Is Dead #########

********* Nine Months on Midgard: Almost five Months with Crystal *********

Loki is angry. Correction, Loki is furious. Thor has crossed the line. Valentine's Day is held by the people of Midgard as a day of romance and love, but Thor -that insufferable son of a bilgesnipe- had to ruin everything!

Loki had a romantic evening planned. A private picnic in the park. Chocolate, French cuisine, champagne, and a ring. The idea was terrific. Stark even had fireworks arranged to spell out "Will you marry me?"

But Thor somehow heard of his plans and landed in the middle of the park and summoned the coldest and most fierce storm that he could create without causing major property damage. The wind blew the ring from Loki's hand and Crystal was drenched despite Loki's best efforts to shield her. The rain was so heavy that no vehicles were able to drive through so they had to walk thirty minutes in the freezing rain to find proper shelter. That is why Crystal is sick now and she and Loki are staying with Dr. Strange.

Crystal sneezes and blows her nose as she lay on Dr. Strange's couch. She sniffles and coughs. She has a severe cold all because of Thor and his notion that Loki's happiness will cause chaos. "I'm going to kill your brother." She coughs and sneezes. "I don't like being sick."

Loki smooths her hair and brings her some acetaminophen. "Stand in line. Norns Gem you're burning up." He hands her a glass of orange juice to take with the pills. "I'm going to talk with Dr. Strange. I will be right back." He waits until she's comfortable before he leaves.

Dr. Strange is reading an ancient tome when Loki knocks on the door. "Enter." He looks up and sees Loki. "Good I wanted to talk to you. Have you considered living here?"

Loki looks at him dumbfounded. "What? Um. Yes. At least until we can afford a place of own away from prying eyes. I assume you know why Crystal is ill."

Dr. Strange nods. "He has gone too far and will probably become more aggressive now that Crystal is studying magic. At least here you can practice safely and Crystal has a nicer office."

Loki nods. "Thank you. I am truly in your debt."

Dr. Strange grins. "No debt. Consider it an act of friendship and greed. Crystal makes superb chicken wraps."

Loki chuckles and nods. "She is an excellent cook. She's also an excellent student."

Dr. Strange looks at Loki and tilts his head. "You haven't mentioned lover. Have you two gotten passed first base?"

Loki looks at Dr. Strange and shakes his head. "No. Thor has made sure that Crystal and I have never- as Stark so politely says it- "fondued." Thor has literally used Mjolnir as a door barricade."

He looks at Loki a moment and nods. "You're definitely staying with me. You two are consenting adults with the right to fondue as much as you please. I hope Jane cuts out his fondue privileges."

Crystal coughs again and Loki looks into the den. "Thank you Stephen but my Gem needs me." Loki rushes over to her and sits next to her. "Would you like to move in with me? Here? Just me and you? No Thor."

Crystal looks up at him bleary eyed and smiles. "Can we really do that? Go away without big, dumb, and blond being up our butts."

Loki nods and holds her hand. "I will go get our things. I'm sure after Thor's little stunt the others are willing to help." He gently massages her scalp with his free hand. "I wish our first Valentine's Day wasn't a total disaster you deserve so much more."

Crystal smiles and looks at Loki. "You are all I need and you are more than I deserve." She smiles as he shakes his head. "Remember Loki Friggasson, I love you."
Loki kisses Crystal's forehead and smiles. "And never forget Crystal Barret that I love you. Now rest. Mr. Chen is here if you need anything. I will be back soon. I love you Gem."

"I love you too My Heart." She says falling asleep.

Loki teleports to the Tower and sees that everyone -with the exception of Thor- is gathered in the common room. He clears his throat. "Ladies and Gentlemen. Crystal and I have decided to move out. I no longer feel comfortable here and her safety is clearly at risk. Thank you for your kindness but it is better for us if we aren't here."

Everyone is silent. After Valentine's Day there is no way to justify Thor's actions and honestly if they were in his situation they would leave too. Clint looks at Loki and stands up. "Need help moving?"

Loki shakes his head. "Actually I just need help packing our things I can transport them to our new home."

Clint nods and claps his hands. "Let's get to packing!"

It takes three hours to pack everything but everything is in boxes and stored in Loki's pocket dimension. He smiles until hears heavy footsteps. "Good Thor, you're here in time to tell me goodbye."

Thor looks at Loki confused. "Where are you going brother? Where are your things?"

Loki clenches his fists and mentally counts to ten. "Crystal and I are moving out. We no longer feel safe here. After what you did last week even you should understand why we no longer feel safe around you."

Thor walks towards Loki. "Brother I am only trying to keep you from Odin's wrath."

Loki chuckles darkly. "Oh yes, because it has worked out so well in the past. I will deal with Odin when the time comes. Right now I need to be with the woman I love. Excuse me."

Thor moves and blocks Loki's path. "The Loki I know would never be so calm. Loki Odinsson would have cut me with his serpentine tongue. Look at yourself Loki! You've changed!"

Loki sighs and looks up at Thor. "You're right Thor. I am not Loki Odinsson. Loki Odinsson died on Svartalfheim. I am Loki Friggasson. I know the power of my words and the consequences of my actions. If you're looking for Loki Odinsson then I must apologize. Your brother- Loki Odinsson- is dead. Honestly speaking I never liked Loki Odinsson because he was too worried about trying to please you and Odin to see that he had a choice. I have a choice. I can stay and fear for the safety of my beloved or I can leave and live knowing she's safe. Guess what Thor. I choose her. Good bye."

Loki vanishes in a shimmer of green light. Thor stands staring intently at the ground Loki once occupied. His anger boils up inside of him. He stalks out on to the balcony. "Heimdall!"

Thor vanishes in a bright blast of white light.

Odin is sitting on his golden throne when Thor arrives. Thunder follows Thor as he walks. He bows short of the steps. "Forgive me All-Father but I have grave news concerning Loki."

Crystal dreams of an angry phoenix. The phoenix has burned and resurrected itself and everything near it so much that nothing is like it's first incarnation. The phoenix tries to burn itself and everything again but two beautiful eagle like birds extinguish the phoenix's flames with ice. The land flourishes and grows.

The hooded figure watches Crystal rest. The time is come for the cycle to be broken. This one is stronger than the others. A large burden rests upon Loki but now he has the proper partner to help carry this heavy load. This young mortal can help Loki stop Odin. Together they can stop Ragnarok.