Hey, hope it's going well? Thank to Fanny3332 for following and favouriting. No reviews yet (not sure if that's good or bad) so hopefully some soon. Re-watched Disney's Hercules recently and felt that I wanted Hel and Thor's relationship to be like Meg and Hercules's. Fun and full of sarcasm, hopefully. Mouseyxxx
I sigh and pull the blanket over Bault's head . Making him a shapeless lump on the bed. It had only taken myself and some other guards five minutes to move the bodies. That's what they were now, bodies. Straightening my back for the only purpose of show I strutted out of the infirmary. Not before commanding the guards to retrieve the immediate family. After the Frost Giant safety scare all the public and most of the domestic servants had gone home. Leaving the castle quite empty.
Not something I was used to honestly.
The lack of bodies only made my walking seem more urgent and important. Pillar by pillar. Closer and closer to the loud crashing that I knew would be Thor. The great buffoon causing destruction with only the flick of his fingers. Nothing was subtle about him.
Crash!
'Vala forgive me for my violent thoughts and give me strength' He was an overgrown child, having tantrums that destroyed furniture frequently. I reached the large doors of the feast hall. Clasping the handles polished from everyday use. Leaning forward slowly moving them to open together. Revealing myself to the two people inside. Both were now staring at me with odd expressions. As if I had interrupted something. I couldn't care less.
I have found them now I just need to make sure nothing more is broken.
"What?" I say with a defending tone. Neither of them say anything, so I walk past them dismissively.
An alcoholic beverage would help right now. Only one smaller table was left standing. Thankfully it had a large jug of wine on it. The other tables were sadly, not a happy sight. Tipped on their sides, food, plates and goblets littered the surrounding area. What was once ruby mead, now ran across the floor. Blocking my path. The way it trickled and stained the bottom of my leather boots reminded me of blood on a battle field.
I heard the rooms other two occupants restart their conversation.
"It will come, in time" Loki said soothingly.
What would come indeed, my thoughts going back to my death shrouded visions.
"What is this" came the rumbling of Volstagg, as Sif and the rest of the warriors three entered.
"Thankfully only minimal damage this time" I mused in a board tone, loud enough for everyone to hear. Volstagg laughed good-naturedly and proceeded to recount previous exhibitions of Thor's strength. Surprisingly Thor did not join in.
Loki whispered something else to Thor that I did not catch. I feel drained. The alcohol wasn't helping but I gave me something to do. I could see over my shoulder the warriors three had the same idea. Eating instead of facing the awkward conversation topic. 'Another glass aught to do it'.
Whatever the pair were discussing, it was getting Thor riled up again. 'Come on Loki he had just calmed down?' I thought.
"No, no, no, nnnnnno"
Turning fully I see them both stand up. 'here we go'.
"That is the only way to insure the safety of our boarders"
"No Thor it's madness" my twin reasons.
Leaning back against the table sipping my drink I am content to watch this unfold. As long as I could keep drinking.
"Madness, what sort of madness" added Volstagg, curious. I can't help but roll my eyes. None of the others would take much convincing to join Thor's hair raising plan. Just like every time. It's as if none of us had grown up, bar Loki and I.
"We are going to Jotunheim" was the simple answer.
I couldn't bare to listen to the 'epic battle speech' which always convinced them to join. Instead I grabbed an apple and eat it calmly, thinking on boys names. I would have to think of three that would compliment each other, but not be too similar that when calling them it was difficult. Darie maybe or Orion, no much to close to Odin.
"My friends we are going to Jotunheim" He said finally. It seemed as if they were deliberating going to a party. well I better go fetch my fur coat. Standing up straight. I started to walk towards the door. In my hand I set fire to the apple core before sprinkling the ashes on one of the potted plants near the exit.
"Where do you think your going, I cant go to the Ice desert without my trusty fighting companion" stated Frandral as he strutted up to me before slinging his right arm around my shoulders and squeezing me to his chest. He always was a big flirt , I have never minded though I knew it was in good humour. This show of affection did not however put Thor in a good humour. His face scrunched slightly, forming a frown. From six feet away I could see angry fires in his eyes.
I could not help the thrill of pleasure that ran through me at this observation.
Before he had the chance to do anything stupid though, I shrugged Frandral's arm of elegantly. Continuing to glide out I sung sweetly over my shoulder "I am going to get my coat, and don't worry I will protect you from the scary monsters" looking over my left I winked and continued on my way.
I had only walked before I heard the heavy foot falls of someone trying to catch up to me. After what happened to Bault and Rike I realised you can't control everything. I can't control my feelings for Thor, or his for me. Eventually we are all dust in the stars. And life would lead me to it, just go with it.
"Hel! do not run from me!" came his booming voice. I don't care if anyone hears us, it was water on my back.
"Haha who said I was running" I giggled.
"Stop!" grabbing my upper arm he dragged me into an adjacent room and slammed the door.
"What is wrong with you" he whisperhissed leaning close, with his hand on the wall behind me. His closeness sending shivers down my spine.
"Something wrong with me Thor? You're storming Jotunheim with only six warriors, and there is something wrong with me?" moving closer I murmured this seductively in his ear. +I felt him shiver in return.
"Five"
"What?" I lent back to look him in the eye.
"Five, I don't want you coming"
"If I chose to go I'm going..." I scoff, ".. you do not control me"
I'm becoming slightly frustrated.
"That's right because nobody controls the magnificent Hel, most of herself!"
Silence, what could I say. It was true.
"That's the funny thing about life Thor, it can't be controlled"
"That's the funny thing about life Thor, it can't be controlled. I was messing and controlling you. I am so sorry"
Before I could change my mind I leant forward pressing my lips to his. He did not react for a second, then the arm that was on the wall behind me moved to cup the back of my neck. Butterflies swarmed in my stomach, trying to control them I forced my front flush to his. He opened his mouth slightly and ran the tip of his tongue along the seam of my closed lips. Embarrassingly at this I let out a little squeak. Thor chuckled and moved us closer to the back wall, the cool plaster calming my steaming skin.
Bombarding me suddenly were images of the other night of Thor, with the blonde women. 'In exactly the same position!' I recounted with horror.
I had stopped kissing back and he had noticed. Pulling back to look down at me.
Softly I spoke the words that made me feel insignificant. "I have given up the idea that I can actually control my fate, Thor?" I could not meet his penetrating gaze.
"Instead I wa want yo you to have it?" stuttering out every syllable.
He was so shocked he did not answer, frozen.
It was the answer I expected, but not the one I wanted. But I would give it to him anyway. Using my magic I sewed my free will to his. The feeling was like swallowing a warm drink. A slow, but not unpleasant warmth swept down my throat and into my stomach. The feeling curled in my abdomen similar to a sleeping cat. A strange urge to reach up and touch him again filled me. I did. When my finger tips drifted over his hot skin he shuddered, eyelids softly shutting. Emotions and desires that are not mine bombard me, almost causing my knees to buckle beneath me. Flashing through my mind before suddenly disappearing.
He could tell me to do whatever he wanted and I would. I trusted him with this control over me no matter how much of a baby he was.
"I cannot.. Hel I cannot" he pleaded. Did I disgust him that much with how weak I am.
I pushed through his arms gently, "You have my will, think of it as a coronation gift. Do with it what you will, ask anything of me. I am tired of trying to be in control" opening the door I swiftly moved towards my room.
In shock at my decision but not regretful I repeated to my self all the way back, "I need to get my coat"
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We mounted our horses and road quickly to Heimdal and the rainbow bridge. The whole time I did not once look at Thor and neither did he look at me. The spell that I used meant that if Thor said or thought "Hel jump" I would as I gave him the power to use my name to control me. I had found it years ago in a book from the forbidden part of the library Loki had retrieved for me. The dark elves would use it to show their leader that the truly allie with them. The spell could only be broken by death, similar to marriage vows, so it would be the closest thing I would get to being married to Thor. A morbid smile crossed my face at this. I spurred my steed on quicker to catch up with my twin.
When I was younger I frequently visited Heimdal, we would laugh, play and he would tell me what was going on in the universe. over the years sadly these meeting became far and few between, but Heimdal still had a special place in his heart for the young goddess. The same could not be said for Loki, too many pranks had been played.
The group reached the great golden globe and dismounted. Moving towards the entrance.
Inside Heimdal stands stoically straight faced, large hands wrapped around his sword.
"Leave this to me" Loki stated smugly, seemingly naïve to the Guardians dislike of him.
"Good Heimdal"
"Not good enough, you think that you can deceive me" he interrupted. His voice flat. I knew this wouldn't work, I cannot stop the roll of my eyes. Thor never was very good with strategies.
"Before Thor say's anything ignorant that would destroy our plans, Heimdal" I walk to stand directly in front of him, " .. may we pass?"
"Never has an enemy slipped my watch until this day" his golden eyes held guilt (he knew how close Bault, Rike and I were) "I wish to know how"
"tis not your fault, they would not blame you" was my reply before sliding past into the dome.
"Tell no one we are gone until we have returned, understand" said Thor then stormed past him. I had seen Loki before ordering a guard to tell father where we had gone once we left. Why did Thor not know?
"What happened silver tongue turned to lead" joked Volstagg as the others walked forward. Loki's upper lip tick twitched. I hated how the treated him, like he was unwanted. I hated feeling like that. I took his hand in mine and smiled gently, he returned it before we strutted in sync inside.
white lightening crackled above us as Heimdal assumed his position. Adrenaline coursed through me and I squeezed Loki's hand in anticipation.
"Be warned I will honour my sworn oath to protect this realm as it's gate keeper, if your return threatens the safety of Asgard the Bifrost will remain closed and you will be left to die in the cold wastes of Jotunheim"
"I would expect nothing less" I giggled. Pulling a small smile on Heimdals face, it was called black humour.
"I have no plans to die to day" Thor smirked arrogantly. Looking at my with slight sultry eyes reminding me of our last kiss and making me question what other plans he had. I returned the look, but more innocent.
"None do" Heimdal knew but protected us by not uttering a word. A loyal friend.
We were sucked into the white light of the Bifrost, the feeling was similar to when I soul wondered. Only much more powerful. Our landing created quite a ruckus. The whole group was silent, not sure what to do next except survey their surroundings. Looking around me the scenery was very similar to the one where I met Faðir. Cold dark and barren, the great black mountains stood proudly around us. Giving me unwanted claustrophobia. Compare to our meeting spot, this place was harsher, unfriendly, the sacrificial table felt like home compared to this.
The wind moaned.
"We shouldn't be here" stated Hogun unemotionally.
"You couldn't have said anything before we left, oh insightful Hogun" came my sarcastic reply.
"Lets move" ignoring our words, "Hel I want you to stay near Loki if there is any trouble" the command sent a shiver down my spine.
"Like twins, like always" I whispered only for the benefit of Loki. Together no matter what.
We advanced through the odd rock formations until I realised they were ruins. Nothing else but the wind and us moved. It wasn't right. Thor lead the way over grey stones of rubble.
"Where are they?" Sif worriedly voiced the question we were all thinking.
"Hiding" dismissed Thor. "..as cowards always do"
We all stopped looking around. A great building rose in front of us, still no sight of them. Putting me even more on edge.
Then a voice I had become so affectionate and familiar rang out across the landscape.
"You have come a long way to die Asguardians"
At my sharpe inhalation of breath Loki turned to my his face worried. But I did not care. It was him seated on a frozen thrown. Him surrounded by muscular warriors. Him with a malicious grin on. Faðir no. Laufey.
I looked into his eyes, betrayed. He faltered but quickly corrected himself. Ever the maleficent king.
Who had I spent my time opening up to, sharing my thoughts and feelings with. Not this monster in front of me.
A cold hand held my heart. What would he do to us?
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