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Child of Silence
By Angelwings Sorrow
Chapter 33 "The Fates Make Their Move."
"I don't like this Albus. We should send all the children home for the winter Holidays and investigate what is going on."
"Now Minerva, we can't close the School. The children who stay depend on us because they have nowhere else to go." The Headmaster sat behind his desk with a hand stroking his beard in thought.
"Then safety measures should be put in place for those who are staying." Sprout demanded.
"Yes, the Students must be protected at all cost. I have heard back to from King Jareth and he has informed me while there is an Heir to the Slytherin Legacy they are not responsible for the chambers opening. He said that we have a false heir on our hands." Flitwick stated grimly.
"How does the Goblin king know this?" Albus asked with a raised eyebrow.
"There are seals upon the chamber. When Slytherin's sanctuary was open the King was alerted. Fifty years ago an heir opened but as it was a blood relative he could not interfere. This opening was done with just the essence of a Slytherin relative, a false heir. The King will alert the proper Heir and let them decided on the next course of action." Filius stated. The Little half Goblin knew who the true heir was and was not about to let the headmaster know that. The man was being reckless with whatever was let loose in the castle.
"I have gone over the list of those staying over the holidays and it is a fraction of those that stayed last year. I believe parents have heard of the attack on Mr. Fich-Fletchley and those who can are calling their children home." Snape said placing the paper on the desk.
"I see, well this small group should be manageable enough. Why is Mr. Potter not signed up?" The headmaster asked looking at the list.
"Mr. Lokison's parents want him home for the holidays. He is attending his Parents wedding, in his Father's homeland." Flitwick stated sternly with a glare.
"Albus get your head out of the past and focus on the here and now." Minerva snapped. "If we are to stay opened for the Holidays I suggest that the Heads of House stay in the old head's quarters that are in the dorms as added protection measures. With so few students staying it will help us keep a better eye on the students."
"I think that's a wonderful idea. I know I would feel better being closer to my badgers until the threat is over." Pomona agreed.
"Very well, you take care of your houses and I will continue to look into the threat to our students." The headmaster confirmed. "It's late and finals are tomorrow you should all get your rest. Severus can you wait a minute; I need to discuss something with you."
"Yes Headmaster." Snape nodded and sent a look to the other heads of house that said he would talk to them in the morning away from the headmaster. The other teachers said their goodnights and left and Snape desperately wished he could join them.
"Well Severus my boy it looks like Filius didn't wait in his owling the King. On the bright side he can't cause any interference. We must find clues for Potter to find, because only he can protect the castle. As a symbol of the light he is the only one who can fight against the dark. We must find away to keep him here for the winter break."
"That is impossible Headmaster. There is no plausible reason to keep him here. His current guardians will come and take him by force. It will be taken as a declaration of war against Asgard." Snape reasoned.
"I suppose you are correct. Until we can convince Potter that he should denounce his false Parents we must indulge the boy. Has there been any word from Lord Malfoy or any of your other friends?" Albus asked.
"No, but they are preparing for a meeting during the winter holidays. That is why certain Slytherins are staying here for the break."
"I see, make sure that Professor Sinistra takes watch over your house when you are gone and report back upon your return."
"Of Course Headmaster." Snape bowed and left. He couldn't shake the feeling that there was something dark in the headmaster's office. He wondered if whatever was giving off the feel of dark magic had anything to do with the artifact attacking the students. He would have to sneak in and search the office the next time Albus left the castle; which had become few and far in between.
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"Uncle Bruce? This is a Surprise." Harry signed before running to his uncle and almost squeezing the life out of him.
"Hey Harry, I missed you too. The others are on Asgard getting ready for the wedding. I had a few things to finish up at the lab; so I told them I would bring you to Asgard. Where's your cat?" Bruce signed back.
"Funny thing, Shadow gets sick when traveling by the Bi-frost. We found that out last year when we had to escape the headmaster. So last trip I left him with Godfather Jareth and this time I left him with my Head of house Professor Flitwick. His familiar is Shadow's sister."
"Well then we are good to go once the station clears. We don't want to take any uninvited guests." Bruce smiled. "So how has your school year been so far?"
"Okay, I guess we have a new mystery on our hands but we got it under control." Harry signed not wanting the Hulk to make an appearance in worry.
"A mystery you say, somehow I think there is a lot you are leaving out." The scientist gave the wizarding god a pointed look eyes flashing green.
"We're handling it. No need to Hulk out on me." Harry pouted.
"Hulk and I worry because we care about you." Bruce said and hugged the boy. "The station is now clear we can go. Grab your trunk don't want to have it left behind."
"Where's your suitcase Uncle Bruce?"
"The other took it with them when they left two days ago. Heimdall I got Haraldr! Please open the gate to Asgard!" the two were enveloped in the Rainbow light when the light was gone so were the uncle and nephew.
On the Bi-Frost
"Welcome Home Prince Haraldr and greeting hero banner welcome to Asgard."
"Thank you Heimdall, is grandfather busy?" Harry asked after opening his locket.
"His is in his private office today. He is only receiving family and no other interruptions, young prince."
"Thank you again." Harry bowed before turning to his uncle. "Come along Uncle Bruce the carriage awaits."
"Right behind you, Harry." The good doctor watched how easily Harry lifted his trunk on to his shoulder and headed out of the Bi-frost.
The trip was peaceful and Harry pushed the memory of his last visit to Asgard out of his mind as they rode a long the rainbow bridge. He hoped that his parents were too busy with the wedding preparation that they would be there to greet him. He needed to speak with Odin about getting his own closure. Sam told him he could never move forward unless he dealt with his feeling of the past and there was only one way for him to do that. His Parents were not going to be happy about what he was planning so he had to do it before he told them.
"Prince Haraldr, welcome back to Asgard." Fandral greeted as he was walked up to the two standing at the bottom of palace steps.
"Greeting Fandral. Do you know where my parents or Uncle Thor is?"
"I do. Your Uncle Thor is showing the Man of Iron the stable and Odin's prize horse Sleipnir. They are to do a tour of the grounds to scout out where to build your parents' house. The house is the All Father's gift to them. Your Father is on Alfheim with Prince Jareth abiding the pre-wedding separation."
"Perfect. Can you take my Uncle Bruce here to my Grandmother; I must speak with the All Father." Harry asked. He was nervous as hell but he had to do this.
"Of course my young Prince, it will be my honor. Shall I tell her that you are with the All Father?" The blond bowed.
"Yes, please do. I don't want Grandmother to worry but please do not tell my Uncle, I'll tell father when he returns. They will not understand that I must meet with Grandfather." Harry stated before running up the stairs into the palace.
"I wonder why he doesn't want Thor and Loki to knowing he is visiting his grandfather." Bruce looked perplexed.
"Because Mortal sometimes a warrior must face his demons alone before he can move forward. Prince Thor and Prince Loki would rather take the burden to save the lad's soul but that will not heal Prince Haraldr. Shall we meet the Queen Mortal Hero?"
"Are you saying that Harry is going to…"
"Yes, he is. Though he came out the Champion he did not end the battle on his terms. Loki put him to sleep as soon as the match was over so he could not end things properly." Fandral said sadly leading the doctor up the stairs and into the palace.
"So you were there when it happened. Loki said that Harry fought to defend him and their blood. I am still a little lost on what that means." Bruce stated following the warrior into the palace hall.
"It means Dr. Banner that my grandson fought against the injustice that had been misplaced at my son's feet. Jotunheim is no longer the savage realm that Aesir believe them to be. Loki being born to Frost Giants did not mean he was the monster of out dated stories. Haraldr fought to show the Aesir that they are strong proud people and never a mindless beast." Frigga explained as the men bowed their greetings. "So Haraldr has gone to see Odin."
"Yes my Queen. He wanted me to inform you so you would not worry that he is not here to greet you. He also asked that we do not inform your sons of his quest." Fandral confirmed.
"Yes it is paramount Thor and Loki be kept in the dark about this until Haraldr is ready to tell them. I will leave the care of Haraldr to Odin. Come Dr. Banner I shall show you where the other Midgard Warriors are resting. I understand that you are courting the Lady Widow so I have placed you in the same chambers as she." Frigga smirked as Bruce blushed and sputtered. In the distance you could hear Fandral the Dashing in a hardy laugh.
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"Knock, Knock, Knock."
"Come in." Odin sat behind a huge desk with books scattered all over the top. He had been going over all the dull paperwork to clear some time up for the wedding. Winter had settled into Asgard and while only the outer rim of the realm get frost over there was a pleasant chill in the air and the trees still bloomed in a spring like setting perfect for his son's nuptials.
"All Father Odin it is I, Haraldr. I have come with a request." Though Harry's thoughts were strong his hand were shaking.
"My grandson you look so much like your father did at your age." Odin said rising from his seat. He walked around the huge desk and stood in front of the young Jotun as he leaned against the furniture. "He would be dragged here by your Uncle Thor who demanded that they were ready for bigger and better adventures. Loki was always silent and stood still like stone but his eyes gave him away. He wanted the adventure and glory he would receive at Thor side, because he wanted Thor's approval. You are like your father; your eyes betray your emotions. What do you fear asking an old man like me?"
"I want to see Sif, Grandfather; I need to close the door on that path so I can move forward." Harry said his focused eyes on the rug beneath his feet.
"I had expected as much. You are years beyond your age my boy and I understand why it is important, where your Father and Uncle may not. I am I correct to assume that you did not tell them of this visit or your request?"
"Yes Grandfather. I asked Fandral not to tell Uncle Thor and that I would tell father when he returns to Asgard. I did tell him to let Grandmother know where I was as not to worry."
"Wise decision, my boy. Your grandmother would tear up the realms looking for you to make sure you are safe. Come we shall travel to the dungeons together. I will not invade your meeting but I will be there should you need of me." Odin led Harry to the secret door at the back of the office.
They went through the secret passages until they were at the door that would take them to the prisoners. Harry took a deep breath and squeezed the older god's hand nodding that he was ready. Odin took a torch off the wall and led the boy to their most secure but dangerous prisoners. Harry closed his eyes and shifted to his Jotun form careful to keep his body temperature cool but not freezing as not to hurt his grandfather accidentally.
"Here we are Haraldr Cell Level Six; Sif's cell is at the end of the hall. I shall await you here." Odin informed the Jotun Child. He was sad that it was he who fester the hatred of the Jotuns and Jotunheim. It took centuries and the almost destruction of his Grandson's mind for him to come to his senses.
"Thank you Grandfather." Harry took a deep breath and walked down the hall to where his former opponent now was imprisoned. As he got closer he could see that time for Sif had not been well. He hair was dirty and there were dirt smudges on her face the Prison clothes she wore were dirty and torn in a few places. There was rotten fruit at her feet as she sat against the wall and he was sure the magic kept any foul smells at bay.
"Well I am surprised. The Beast decides to show his Monstrous face in the hell that is the Asgard dungeons."
"Sif, I see your hate has spread to your to your looks." Harry sneered.
"Why have you come here Monster? Your Bastard Father did not even bother to show his face at my trail. So why come unless you are here to mock me as I sit in the cage you have put me in." Sif stood and limped to the gold wall that kept her imprisoned.
"You are not worth my father's time. You have done enough to him since he was but a child; when all he wasn't was his brother's respect and love. No, this is between you and me. As you can see I do not hide my true face from you. This is the face of your defeat and the face of son of the man you despise. You hate my father because his brother loves him more than he ever loved you. Uncle Thor saw you once as a friend now he sees you as the one who betrayed him and his trust. I stand here to say good-bye Sif. I am locking this door on the past and moving forward with my father to a brighter future. A future without the 'hate' that you and your father tried to flame. You shall never leave here and you shall never be Queen."
"I would have been Queen if it weren't for that Beast distracting Thor and his duty. Thor had been destined for great things and I was to stand at his side when he took the throne. But Loki had always had a tight hold on our prince and then he got Thor banished to Earth where he thought himself in love with a Mortal. What a disgrace to Asgard and the throne. All that has happened will bring about Ragnarok. It could have been prevented had Odin not brought the beast home as a pet."
"My Father is not a pet, he is a Prince of Asgard! Although Uncle Thor is no longer with the mortal Jane he will one day be King without even a thought of you to cloud his mind. As for Ragnarok the fates have changed the course of Asgard and the Marriage of my Parents brings the Realms closer to everlasting peace. So that is no longer a threat. You have lost for the last time. Good-bye Sif, enjoy eternity alone with just this for company." Harry tossed a cube into the cell. When the cube stopped rolling it display a picture memory of the Royal family at Central Park on Midgard while ice skating. Loki and Harry were in Jotun form helping Tony to skate while Thor pulled a sleigh carrying the All Father and Frigga under a faux fur blanket and Hela skating circles around them all. Daphne and Luna helped him to create the cube from his own memories of last year's Christmas. It was fitting to leave Sif with a picture of the one thing she shall never have. As Harry turned and started walking back to his to his grandfather he heard it. The broken sob of the reality of Sif's situation was sinking in. She will never leave here and never have his family.
"How do you feel Haraldr?"
"Lighter Grandfather, not really better but I do feel lighter." Harry confessed.
"Healing takes time young one but feeling light is a step in the right direction. Come, it is almost dinner time and you Grandmother will hunt us down if we are late." The older god led the youngster back up the stairs ending this chapter once and for all.
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"What was he thinking?" Loki ranted as he pulled off his casual Asgard clothing. His mother just informed him that Odin took His son to see Sif in the dungeons last night when he arrived on Asgard. Harry left early for Midgard and didn't get the chance explain it himself.
"Calm yourself Brother, today is your wedding; it will not do to look upset when walking down the isle with Anthony." Thor tried to calm his angry brother as he too began to undress.
"But Thor, Haraldr went to see her! She tried to kill him and he went to go see her in the dungeons no less. What was Father thinking taking my son to the underground prisons?" Loki took a towel and went into the adjoining bathing chamber. Hopefully the cool spring water would calm his mood.
"You all may leave, I will attend my brother. We shall call you when it is time to dress for the ceremony." Thor dismissed the servants before taking his own towel heading to the bathing chamber. He found Loki on a bathing stool washing his hair with the Midgard soap that Anthony had made especially for him. Thor then filled a jug with fresh water for Loki to rinse with. "Brother what really upsets you? Was it Father allowing the visit or Haraldr keeping the visit a secret?"
"I don't know, Thor. I feel that he doesn't trust me to be there for him as his father." Loki sighed taking the offered jug and started to rinse the soap from his hair. "In the time we have had him home; I feel that we are further apart then when we started."
"Loki, your son adores you. I know he tends to take on a lot but he has his reasons. What would you have done if he waited for your return and asked to go talk with Sif?" Thor asked as he sat on another washing stool and scrubbing his huge muscles and chest with his favored soaps.
"I would have said no! There is no reason for him to talk to that banshee."
"Now you know why he went to our father and not his father." The Thunder God smirked dumping a full rinsing jug over his then shaking the water from his now short hair. Loki thought his brother looked like one of those Midgard dogs. What Anthony called a Golden Retriever; yes Thor was so happy go-lucky, just like the dog.
"But I want just want to protect him. For almost nine years my son had been used and abused; is it wrong of me to want to protect him from any more harm?" Loki asked as he sat in the pool of cool water all anger drained from him. All that was left was overwhelming sadness and feeling like a failure.
"Brother you mean well and Haraldr knows this, but he wants to protect you as well. He knows of the childhood we shared within these walls. He also knows of the unfairness you had to endure at the hands of other Aesir. How he found out was not from I or our family but he did find out your past." Thor joined Loki in the pool after he finished rinsing off. "When I spoke with my nephew he told me he fought to defend you from all the Aesir that had ever hurt you. He won his battled but at a high cost to his mental health. You saved him from breaking beyond repair but he didn't end his fight like all warriors do. He didn't declare that the battle was done whether he declares victory or just to tell the enemy that they are done, it was closure he was denied."
"If what you say is true, then why didn't he ask you? You are his favored Uncle and he loves you enough to clean up after you as well as maintain the up keep of your floor, when he's home from school." The Mischief God glared at his sheepish looking brother.
"I would have said no as well. I feel that it was my fault that he had to go through the challenge. We had talked it over and he said it was not my fault and he did not blame me. He believes Sif would have found another way to challenge his sooner or later, so he lays no blame at my feet. He is a caring child but I blame myself. I was the older House Member I should have taken up the challenge or tried harder to stop it from taking place. Instead I failed to protect him and he nearly broke in battle. So if he had asked me to take him to see her I would have said no to protect him as well." Thor explained his own sadden expression deepening.
"Haraldr knew neither of us would have agreed so he went to Father." Loki lean against the rock and closed his eyes. "I swear he takes after Anthony so much it is no longer humorous. I doubt there will be any change in him after the Blood adoption."
"Aye, that he does. Haraldr has even admitted that his has the mouth of a Stark and he knew he was goading Sif to expose herself as a traitor. He did it to take a stand for you Loki because he loves you. You are his father and he avenged your childhood."
"He should have left it alone! I am done with this we are just talking in circles. Thor, call the dressers I am ready to marry." The Mischief God sighed rising from the pool and wrapping the fresh towel around his waist.
"As you wish Brother today is your day. I have spoken with the healers about Anthony's Apple ceremony." Thor stated pulling the rope to summon the servants. Then he got out of the pool drying off with his own towel and following the younger god to the dressing chamber. "They explained that while it will lengthen his life as well as strengthen him giving him healing abilities, it can not fix the past trauma he has endured; it is too extensive. I am afraid that his light will remain in his chest for the foreseeable future."
"That is alright, I thought that might be the case. It's apart of him now and he needs it emotionally as well as physically. Haraldr even managed to give him a tiny spark of magic that will come in handy for the blessing." Loki stated putting on his undergarments.
"My princes, we are here to dress you." Two male servants entered the room and bowed.
"Yes we are ready to be clothed, the ceremony is upon us." Thor's voice boomed in the chamber. It was time to get ready and all negative thoughts fell away and excitement started to build.
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"Okay everyone ready?" Harry signed to the students and Snape who were out waiting in the chilly early morning.
"What is Mr. Lokison is saying?" Snape asked with a raised eyebrow.
"He asked if we were ready, seriously Godfather you should learn sign language it would save us all time." Draco complained.
"As useful as the skill could be I do not have the time to learn with all the papers I need to grade and dunder heads have to teach." Snape sneered. "Hurry Lokison it is freezing."
Harry rolled his eyes and opened as he opened a portal to Kamar-Taj. He let the others pass through first not wanting to forget anyone. The group was used to traveling by Sling Ring but Snape was not. He was very cautious when walking through the magic circle. It took all of Harry's self-control not to give in to the urge to push the man through.
"Greetings Harry, Your friends ready for the wedding I see." Dr. Strange said eyeing the dress robes the Wizards and Witches were wearing.
"Yes sir, but now I need to go to Wakanda real quick and then I'll be back." Harry signed before disappearing through another sling Ring Portal.
"Where did Mr. Lokison go? Aren't we late for leaving?" Snape questioned looking at his pocket watch.
"My apprentice went to get the other guests who are attending the wedding. You must be Professor Snape. Harry and Kingsley, have told me much about you." Strange gave the wizard a calculating look. Before Snape could respond Harry returned with two more guests.
"Your Majesty, I hope you had a pleasant trip." Dr. Strange bowed.
"Thank you we did. Haraldr said that we were meeting here because there is more room here. I do not understand what he meant by that."
"Forgive my Brother he does not pay attention when others speak. Haraldr you may call the Bi-Frost now." Shuri said. Harry nodded and opened the locket to the mind stone.
"Heimdall Open the Gates." Harry thoughts were carried to the sky. The whole group was enveloped in the Rainbow light. When the colors disappeared they were in the Bi-Frost Chamber.
"Welcome Home, Prince Haraldr. Welcome Guests of Midgard to Asgard."
"Thank you, Heimdall, are the carriages here?"
"Yes, your highness, now I see why you ordered so many and the Warrior Three are at the Palace Steps awaiting them. Your Grandmother the queen has sent Sleipnir saddled and ready for you. She says you are running late."
"Great, I hope she is not too upset with my lateness. Come this way everyone the Carriages are waiting." The prince led everyone outside to the waiting carriages. He made sure the group got seated in the different carriages. "I need to ride ahead and get ready for the ceremony. The Warrior Three will meet your carriages and take you to where the Ceremony is being held. Sorry I ran a little late while on earth." Harry bowed before jumping on to the eight legged horse.
"Does that Horse really have eight legs?" Draco asked.
"Yes, yes he does. See you at the ceremony. He-ya!" Harry nudged the horse to move. Sleipnir Jumped into a gallop and was beyond sight in a matter of seconds.
"It seems the horse puts his extra legs to good use, Malfoy." Fred commented.
"Prince Fristy is probably already at the castle and half way done getting ready." George chuckled.
"Harry was right Asgard is Gorgeous." Daphne sighed. There were four to a carriage MAGIC took up two of them and the adults took the last one. While they made good time Harry had definitely out paced them. The Carriages stopped in front of the steps of the palace.
"Welcome! We are the Warriors Three! I am Fandral the Dashing and to my right is Hogan the Grimm and this red Mountain to my left is Volstagg the Victorious." Fandral gave a deep bow to their guests.
"Wow you're huge!" George gasped.
"I wonder if we're related." Fred pondered.
"Maybe Mortals I have travel with Prince Thor to Midgard many a time in our youth." Volstagg gave a booming laugh.
"So you be Prince Haraldr's warriors, a bit on the small side." Hogan said examining the Hogwarts students.
"They are children Hogan. Please do not speak. Your Majesty and other Honored guests please follow me to ceremony." Fandral smiled leading T'Challa and the others away from the palace.
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"Relax Tones, man you're shaking." Rhodey observed as the walked down the isle to wait at the front alter for Loki and Thor. The seats were filling up with Family and friends and other Aesir.
"I can't help it. I haven't seen Loki in a week thanks to the traditions they have for getting married. It's like they want to give him time to call off the wedding. Like I am not good enough for him, because I'm human." Tony hissed really worried that his lover would call off the wedding.
"Loki is not going to call off the wedding he loves you too much. The traditions here are a bit extreme but he is royalty here. He has to follow these traditions but he does them for you, just like you are doing this for him. Just be patient in just a little bit you are going to be married. Take a deep breath and relax."
"Dad listen to Rhodey, Father is just as nervous as you are. He has hates that you and the others have been here while he has been on Alfheim. Aunt Hela says he was happy to return to Asgard when she went to fetch him this morning." Harry reassured his father from his platform. Due to his rather small stature they had to make small podium to raise him high enough for everyone to be able to see him.
"Hey Hare-Bear I have hardy seen you since got here. I did however here what you did. Why the visit son?" Tony turned to look up where his red face son stood.
"Dad, I needed closure with Sif. I needed to do this or I would never heal in my soul and my mind would never be at rest."
"You could have told me Harry or at least let me go with you. You didn't have to go alone."
"Dad I didn't go alone I went with Grandfather. Besides would you really have let me go had I asked you?"
"Hell no, you're my little Hare-Bear I don't want you anywhere near the bitch!" Tony snapped without hesitation. Rhodey chuckled and Harry smirked.
"And that is Why I went to Grandfather not you or Father or even Uncle Thor. It was something that had to be done and I couldn't afford to have any of you stop me."
"Fine but we will talk about it later." Tony grumbled before heard the music began to play. It was time and his lover had arrived.
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"Thor, we are going to be late. Why are you taking the outside route to the throne room? I will not have you make me miss my own wedding!"
"Relax brother. We will be on time, but we are not going to the throne room."
"What do you mean we are not going to the throne room? Where are we going?" Loki looked to the blond god worriedly.
"We are going out to the winter gardens. You shall marry Brother Anthony under the Sandery tree, where you would often study as a child." Thor smiled at the shocked expression on his little brother's face.
"But how is that possible; Odin would have never approved of that, it is not tradition."
"Maybe not but Father and Mother want your happiness, not your dread of being in a golden tomb. If fact Mother was thrilled with the idea of a garden wedding she had the gardeners working diligently to make this day perfect."
"This was your doings? I don't understand why go to all the trouble?" Loki stopped in his tracks confused and over whelmed.
"I did it because we are brothers. I have failed you so much since we were children, so I am trying to do better for our future. I love you brother and all I want is your happiness. That means making sure that your wedding day is grand and worries free." Thor smiled he was surprised to find his arms full of a shaking Chaos god. Loki was so over come with emotion he could not express himself, all he could do was hug the taller god. He just held on until his shaking body stopped.
"Sorry I was not myself." Loki whispered standing back away from his brother and fixing his leather armor, once he was calm.
"There is no shame in expressing joy Brother. Come on Cow we will be late."
"There we go, moment ruined Feather-head. Let us away." Loki rolled his eyes at his laughing brother and headed to the winter gardens. Well it seems like Thor got even for his coronation. Loki smirked glad his mischief making was rubbing off on his goodie-goodie brother.
The gardens were beautiful the white blossoms and loose petals flittered about like snow. Their friends and family were seated and awaiting them. The closer they got the louder the music played. His beloved was at the front altar and his son was on his little podium. Both looked very handsome in their armor. Tony's armor had a hole cut out so his reactor could shine brightly and Harry's pure white armor made his look like one of those Angel being described in Midgard ancient text. It was finally happening he was starting the next phase of his life and Anthony would by his side always.
"Who consents to this Union and the Joining of these two Houses?" Harry asked once Thor and Loki reached the altar.
"I do Prince Thor of Asgard on behalf of the Royal house of Odin."
"I do, James Rhodes of Midgard on behalf of the house of Stark and Avengers."
"Prince Loki of Asgard and Anthony Stark of Midgard please step forward." Loki took Tony by the hand and they took their place before their Son. "We gather here on the Winter Solstice to join not only these two loving people but to join the realms in Harmony."
Thor took the silver rope from his waist and wrapped it around their joined hands. The Rhodey took the gold rope from his waist and wrapped it around the joined hands overlaying the silver rope. There was a gentle glow that became brighter as Harry climbed down the Podium and came closer to the couple.
"Here we are gathered together with the energies and magic of all to bless these to great men. I tie your souls together as the rope of Midgard and the rope of Asgard tie you hands together. I Prince Haraldr of the Royal House of Odin, God of Midgard Souls, call the Fates Past, Present, and Future to bless these two souls. I ask that you take the energies of all who are gathered here to share in there joy and bind these souls as true mates." Harry felt the power of the mind stone increased. He saw the glitter of the energies and magic gather together and begun to circle around the Couple. Suddenly Harry notices a green light shoot from the Eye of Agamotto and wrapped around the tied hands. It seemed that he wasn't the only one because Dr. Strange also noticed the eye had opened by itself. Then a yellow light from the Mind Stone joined it, and then a blue light came streaking from the palace swirling around along with the colors. Up from the sky came a red light, a purple light and orange light spinning around his parents' hands. As the colors blended together the magic seemed to stabilize the rainbow of light. The rope dissolved into a mist absorbing the light and magic before dividing in half. Each Half flew into each wanting heart, one flew into Tony's Arc Reactor and the other flew into Loki's golden royal disc.
"Do you feel the electricity or is my Reactor going to blow?" Tony whispered and Loki gave small happy chuckle.
"Yes, my beloved that is the magic and everyone's joy for our union." The god soothed while rubbing his thumbs over the top of those tan strong hands.
"I thank the Fates for your blessing and I seal this bonding with the love of a son." Harry placed a hand over his heart and drew his magic in his hand to form a white ball before placing it on the hands of his parents. The white magic spread over both men sealing the bond; but before Harry could remove his hand his Father and Dad pulled him in to a tight group hug.
"We love you so much Hare-Bear." Tony muttered in to the soft raven hair.
"Never forget that My Little Prince." Loki whispered placing a gentle kiss on his son's forehead.
The crowd cheered and awed over the heartfelt scene. After about a minute the parents reluctantly let go of their son so he could start the wedding part now that the blessing was done. Harry went back up to his podium a little red face from his parents PDA.
"The Fates have blessed these Souls and it is my privilege to bind them in Marriage. First Tradition dictates the intendeds share a drink. Anthony, lift the silver chalice of wine and offer it to your betrothed."
"I, Anthony Edward Stark, Offer this cup as my heart and the wine as my love. Please drink and fill yourself with my love for you." Tony offered the chalice to Loki.
"I, Loki Odinson accept your offering of love." The God took the offering and drank deep. Then he set it down picking up the golden chalice. "I offer my own love in return."
Tony took the offering and drank it all. Loki's eyes widened Asgardian wine was ten times stronger than that of Midgard. He was going to have to make sure his husband drank nothing but the Alfheim water if he wanted a decent wedding night.
"Now, before all gathered here Loki would like to say some personally written vows."
"Anthony, you saw me at my worst when we met, yet you still fell in love with me. You melted the walls around my heart with the fire of you determination. You never wavered from your pursuit of my heart. Even though I could not see your love as truth you still came after me. I admit I thought you more the fool chasing after me despite your intelligence. It took a hit to my face to make me see I was the fool. After James I thought no one would want me, so I shut myself away to protect that vulnerable part of me. You tore down my walls and took my heart and protected it. You still do and I love you even more for it. I want to spend my life with you by my side always sharing our lives and raising our son."
Frigga was in tears hearing her son's confession. It was so beautiful and a bit sad to know how little her son thought of himself. She thanked the fates every day for sending Anthony to her baby boy. Now he could find happiness and with Anthony and Haraldr. Odin on the other hand could feel guilt clawing at his heart on how much he had failed his youngest son. He learned his lesson centuries late but the Fates and others were doing their best to fix his mistakes. Thor was overjoyed that his brother was finally getting the happiness he deserved. He wished them nothing but a happy life together.
"And Now Anthony,"
"Well Reindeer Games you might not believe me but you render me speechless." The crowd laughed at the genius' declaration. Anyone who knew Tony know he never shuts up even when he's alone he's talking to his AI children or himself. "Every day I wake up and your beauty renders me Speechless. I watch you with our son and it renders me speechless. I see you dance with your magic in battle and I am rendered speechless. You make me speechless every single day with how amazing you are. Even when you threw me out the window of my own tower I was rendered speechless, because you are so strong to fight the foreign magic to save me. When you came to earth you were cold distant but could see the loneliness in your eyes. I wanted to run up and hug you, hold you in my arms and protect you from everything. I love you and I love our son and I can't wait to spend centuries with you. I short 'You Rock My World, Baby'."
"Okay then." Harry rolled his eyes at his dad's antic before turning to his father. He held out his hand that had a beautiful gold band with swirling red and green magic imbedded in it. "Now Loki, Take this ring and repeat after me; I, Loki Odinson Prince of Asgard do take thee Anthony Stark Warrior of Midgard as my Bonded Husband for now till the end of time."
"I, Loki Odinson Prince of Asgard do take thee Anthony Stark Warrior of Midgard as my Bonded Husband for now till the end of time." Loki slipped the ring he had made for his beloved and placed it on the tan finger.
"Now Anthony, take this ring and repeat after me; I, Anthony Stark Warrior of Midgard do take thee Loki Odinson Prince of Asgard as my Bonded Husband for now till the end of time." Harry smiled holding out Loki's ring that Tony had made when they got engaged.
"I, Anthony Stark Warrior of Midgard do take thee Loki Odinson Prince of Asgard as my Bonded Husband for now till the end of time." The Genius took the ring and placed it on the elegant pale finger.
"Do you both Consent to this life binding never to be broken not even by death?"
"We, do." They chorused together never taking their eyes off on another.
"Then by the rights of House Champion of the Royal House of Odin of Asgard and the Midgard state of New York, I pronounce you Bonded Husbands. You may seal the bond with a kiss."
"Come here Bambi, I missed you." Tony pulled the god into his arms and kissed him deeply. Everyone stood and cheered. The two most stubborn and insane people in the known galaxies just got married. Oh mercy to the fool who tries to stand against the Chaos they will create.
A/N: Sorry this chapter took Sooooo Loooong But Tony-Bun and Loki-Bun wanted the wedding to be perfect. Of course Widow-bun snuck in a little fan service, who doesn't like bathing Naked Gods? Any ways Spider-bun Deleted Hawkeye-Bun's story he was working on and posted "The God of Sweet Treats". I'm going to try and alternate between these two fics over the summer. Thanks for reading Keep reviewing the Plot bunnies need food.