Chapter Thirty Three

Truth, Trust And Confessions.

~~Hetti's POV~~

Sitting on my own, leaning on the table, I wondered just who that strange man Thor really was. The way he had watched Loki was unnerving. He did not look at all happy to see Loki, that was for sure.

"Hetti, are you alright?" asked Bilbo, sitting down besides me.

"Why shouldn't I be?"

"W-Well, when we heard a scream, we all rushed over, but no one could open the door." explained Bilbo with a frown on his face.

I mirror his expression, not understanding how a door could not open.

"What do you mean, no one could open the door?"

I remember entering the room with Loki as he closed it behind him. I don't remember him locking it though. Was there even a lock on the door in the first place?

"The door was stuck Hetti," replied Bilbo breaking me out of my thoughts "Even Dwalin couldn't break the door down."

"What's that?" asked Dwalin, who had clearly heard what Bilbo had just said.

"I was just explaining to Hetti about the door that wouldn't budge."

"Hmm," was all Dwalin said as he walked away to the other side of the table "It had something to do with that god of mischief."

"Aye, I agree." exclaimed Kili, watching me intently.

I got up, completely angry at hearing the accusation that was clearly aimed at Loki.

"You're all wrong," I scorned at Dwalin and Kili "it had something to do with that newcomer coming out of that glow bubble thing."

A sudden burst of laughter caused me to turn to Fili. He too was watching me, chuckling softly.

"It is not funny Fili," I hiss at him "it was very frightening to see."

Without saying another word, I ran out of the hall, hoping there was an empty room, where I could think in peace.

o0o

~~Elaina's POV~~

"I suppose I had better get on with it," sighed Loki "as you all know, I fell into the abyss but I was not yet defeated. I am very good at making an apparition of myself. Sometimes I've known to have made several of myself for entertainment."

"Loki," groaned Thor "back to the story at hand."

Despite myself, I smirked at the two brothers. Even though they were not blood related, I could see how they both act around each other. Loki glared at Thor, before continuing.

"I made an apparition of myself to appear on earth. From there, I began to influence a man named Erik Selvig, who was working with S.H.I.E.L.D. to turn his scientific knowledge to a blue glowing cube. This cube had unlimited energy for earth and with my encouraging words, Erik continued working on this cube."

I did want to know what S.H.I.E.L.D. was, but thought better of it. I would ask questioms later.

"I also made a deal with Thanos and The Other but I'll get to that later," Loki starts pacing around the room as Thorin asked.

"So you escaped this abyss then?"

Loki stops pacing momentarily and looks at Thorin.

"Yes, I managed to escape or I wouldn't be explaining all of this to you, now would I?"

"Loki!" sneered Thor "Control yourself."

Loki rolled his blue/green eyes and started pacing again. I watch him carefully and again I could see the pain etched on his face. Just what did happen here?

"I went to earth to take the cube, known as the Tesseract and it was while I was on earth, that my mother discovered that I was still alive and she tried to speak to me. I was having none of it though and told her it was not a good time to talk."

I turn slightly, catching Thor's hurt look and I found myself placing my hand on his arm, surprising him. I had no idea why he looked so sad, but I didn't like to see anyone upset. He graced me with a smile as Loki continued.

"A little later I was around but unseen. You see I was possessing Erik's body for my own goals."

"Oh for Mahal's sake," muttered Thorin "you really are something."

"Thank you," grinned Loki, causing me to roll my eyes "I was, sorry I should say Erik was introduced by a man named Nick Fury to S.H.I.E.L.D.'s project P.E.G.A.S.U.S. underground base. Erik would now have a bodyguard named Clint Barton."

I had no idea where this story was going and I shiver a little knowing that Loki could manipulate another human being. I was a little disturbed by this and it clearly showed, when I felt Thorin tighten his hold on me, kissing my temple. I just hoped the things Loki would reveal, wasn't as bad as they seem. I was to be proved wrong.

o0o

~~Hetti's POV~~

Running down the long hallway, I finally found a room that was unoccupied. Glancing at the room, I saw a bed, a night stand, a sink and a table in the middle of the room. In the middle of the table, were many flowers in a vase.

I close the door behind me and went over to the window and sat down on the chair, thinking things through. That glowing ball had frightened me, I really thought it was one of those dark shadows again. Sighing, I leaned on the windowsill hoping that Loki would not get angry with that newcomer.

"Hetti."

I turn my head and saw Kili by the door. I had not heard him enter. He slowly walked up to me, but I return my attention at the dark sky outside. A growl could be heard outside and I did wonder what that was, until that is, I remembered Gandalf tell us that our host can change into a bear. He was probably roaming outside, keeping an eye on things.

"Hetti, I'm sorry if I said something to offend you."

"It wasn't Loki's fault that door was wedged," I finally say "I think it was that man what caused that...I really thought it was one of those dark figures."

"I'm not following."

I turn around and watch Kili and decided to tell him about my past, before arriving here in Middle-earth. As I told him about my foster home, Kili knelt down beside me and placed his arm around my middle when I explained the fate of my carer, Mother Jane.

"I had no idea," Kili said after a while "and you say Elaina doesn't remember her childhood?"

I nodded.

"That's what Loki said."

Kili scowls when I mention his name and I sighed.

"He's not that bad, Kili."

"I just don't trust him."

"Why?" I asked him.

Kili got up and walked towards the bed. His back was to me and I wondered what the matter was. Getting up from the chair, I walked up to him and shyly placed my hand on his shoulder.

"Kili."

"Can't you see what he is doing?" Kili turned his head and I caught a glimpse of his sad brown eyes "He is using you for entertainment, while I just stand there watching you both, as you go all doey eyed on him."

Kili turned around and faced me.

"Hetti, I love you completely. You are in my thoughts daily," Kili took a deep breath then continued while I watched him, completely stunned "I know you are my one and yet to see Loki lay a claim on you as well, it hurts you know."

As I watched him, I suddenly saw the love in Kili's brown eyes and it lifted my spirits up. I hesitantly placed my hand on his cheek, only for Kili to move his head slightly.

"Don't do that, unless you are one hundred percent sure you feel the same about me."

I thought what Kili had said and came to realise that Loki never said any endearments to me. He more or less keeps staring at me or pulls me away from the others. True that he told me a little of his past but he doesn't act like a man in love as I can clearly see in Kili's gaze.

When Loki kissed me, it did feel nice but there was something missing. I watch Kili who is looking at the floor swallowing hard and I thought back when he kissed me. It felt like a firework that was about to burst into an amazing colour in the sky and it suddenly dawned on me that this is what love is supposed to me like.

Kili liked me, for me. He has never judged me. Sure he has played jokes but that makes him even more lovable and I smile as I realised that I do feel the same way. Slowly, I placed my hand on Kili's cheek, hoping he won't stop me this time. He looks back at me with a somber expression on his face.

"Kili," I placed my other hand on his cheek, gently stroking it "I am completely sure I feel the same about you. It just took a little longer to realise that."

Slowly, Kili pulls me towards him, holding me gently.

"What about Loki?" Kili asked, his brown eyes searching my face.

"Though I do like him, I prefer him as a friend." I whispered.

Kili slowly smiles and presses his body against mine.

"And me?"

I smile back, knowing this feels right.

"I see myself with a handsome dwarf for as long as he wants me." I admitted.

"I want you forever." grinned Kili, leaning towards me and captured my lips over his.

The kiss started out slowly as if Kili was still apprehensive with what I would do, but as soon as he heard me sigh into his kiss, I felt him relax. I could feel his hand gently go up and down my back causing goose bumps to appear on my arms.

I knew Loki wouldn't like these new turn of events but being in Kili's arms felt right and I wouldn't change a thing about it.

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~~Elaina's POV~~

Again Loki started pacing and it was clear he was having trouble in expressing his story to us now. It was while I was watching him that I saw what was on his mind and I felt my breathing increase seeing the scene unfold in my minds eye.

I could see that Loki was now free from the abyss and had arrived to a place that I had no clue about. He was talking to a strange looking person that had a dark hood over his head and a gold mask over his face.

They were talking about a pact of some sort, that would allow Loki to become a ruler of Earth, while Thanos and another, would take the Tesseract that was currently on Earth in the hands of the members of S.H.I.E.L.D.

I watch on as Thanos gave Loki more knowledge through the Tesseract and gave him a gold staff that had a blue gem that looked more than just a jewel and I found myself shivering at that thought.

"Elaina, are you alright?" I heard Thorin say, breaking me out of Loki's mind.

I swallowed hard, tearing my eyes away from Loki, who was also watching me with concern. Did he know I was inside his mind? If that was the case, why didn't he push me out?

"Elaina."

I turn and looked at Thorin, he looked worried. I smiled and nodded at him, trying to reassure him that I was fine, but I could tell at once that he didn't believe me. He held me tighter and kissed my temple.

It appears that while I was watching the scene unfold, Loki was explaining everything to Thor and Thorin. For a few minutes, I refused to look at Loki, fearing what I would see next. I knew if I watched him, I would be back in his past and to me, that felt like a invasion of personal privacy.

"Perhaps we can have a few moments rest," suggested Thor standing up "I am a little hungry. Are there any pop-tarts around?"

I look at Thor, not understanding.

"What are pop-tarts?" I ask him, feeling Thorin's hand rub my back.

"Something my dear brother has gotten himself addicted too," replied Loki watching me "they are a flat pastry with a filling of strawberry jam or what not inside them. You then place them in a microwave and heat it up, before eating it...They are truly disgusting to eat and I have no idea why Thor would eat a whole box of them in one sitting."

We all look at Thor, who frowned at Loki.

"So no pop-tarts then?" He asked finally, causing me to snort out a laugh, earning a smile from Thor.

"What is a microwave?" asked Thorin and even I was lost with that question.

"Now look what you started." scoffed Loki to Thor walking out of the room.

I felt Thorin loosen his grip on me and I stood up, still thinking as to what I saw through Loki's mind. I knew there would be more to come and I prayed that I would not be able to get inside Loki's mind anymore.

"My lady, are you alright?"

"Hmm," I glance at Thor, noticing he was watching me "I'm sorry, did you say something?"

He smiled at me and stepped closer to Thorin and I.

"I asked if you were alright."

"I'm fine. Thanks for as-,"

"You are not fine," cut in Thorin "you were doing that thing again."

I frowned and looked at Thorin, completely lost as to what he had just said.

"What thing?" I asked him.

"You were breathing fast again. You saw something didn't you?"

There was no way I could bluff my way out of this, as I knew at once that Thorin would see through my lies. Instead I slowly nodded my head.

"What did you see?" asked Thorin, his hand continued stroking my back, which was comforting me.

"Loki." I admitted.

I then explained what I had seen through his mind. I noticed that Thor was frowning somewhat and I wondered if it was because I could delve in other people's minds.

"I didn't do this deliberately," I say to him, "it just happens. I'm still getting used to what has recently transpired around me"

Thor widened his blue eyes at me, before smiling.

"I know that my lady. I was just thinking about his past behaviour."

I was surprised that Thor seemed to know everything about me, while I had no idea who he was. I knew he was Loki's brother, but that was all I had knowledge about him.

"What do you mean?" asked Thorin, causing me to look at him.

"Well," sighed Thor "normally when we meet each other, he has a lot of snide comments to say but since seeing him here, he seems more...,"

"Trustworthy?" I suggested, noticing Thor grin at me.

"He is not trustworthy Elaina," replied Thorin "you know how I feel about him."

"I do," I nodded "but I believe he should be given a second chance. I have no idea how I know this, but I can see the remorse in his eyes when he explains things."

"Your too trusting my angel."

I shook my head, not agreeing with that.

"No, I'm certain Loki has changed and in time, even you will see that." I replied walking towards the door.

Judging by what I had just seen, I knew Loki did terrible things but since I have known him, I have seen a tender side to him. I only wish that Thorin could see that too. I knew there was more too Loki's tale and I knew it would be hard to sit and listen too, but I vowed never to judge him. It seems everyone has judged Loki for a long time and I aimed to stop that once and for all.

"My lady, you are certain that Loki has changed?" enquired Thor watching me "I know exactly what he's like."

I turned around and smiled at Thor, then said,

"Loki has been nothing but kind to me Thor. So in answer to your question, I do believe he has changed."

Thor grinned back at me.

"It is good to see someone who thinks very highly of him. He can be very difficult."

"Ahem!"

We all turned and saw Loki himself. He was glaring at Thor but I just smile at him.

"I thought you were hungry Thor," said Loki calmly "The food won't come to you, you know."

Thor walked towards Loki and smiled at him, before stepping out of the room. Loki then turned his attention on me and I suddenly felt a little self conscious and glanced to the floor.

"Could I have a private word with you Elaina?" asked Loki.

"I do not think so." snapped Thorin, grabbing hold of my hand.

I looked at Thorin and Loki who had a smirk on his face while watching Thorin.

"So overprotective," grinned Loki "Elaina is quite capable of looking after herself Thorin."

"I am well aware of that Loki," hissed Thorin "but she has been through a lot tonight."

Loki's face softened when he caught me watching him and he sighed.

"Very well, you can stay."

"So I should think." remarked Thorin, pulling me towards him.

I didn't have the energy to argue with Thorin or Loki, instead I just continued watching Loki, waiting for him to go on. He then walked to the middle of the room with his back turned toward us, he finally said,

"I know you were in my mind Elaina."

I gulped and tried to step near Loki, only Thorin stopped me. While glancing at Thorin who was shaking his head, I sighed.

"Loki, it was an accident." I admitted to him.

Loki turned and faced me with a somber expression.

"It wasn't an accident Elaina," I just stared at him, not understanding what he was getting at "I allowed you to enter my mind."

"Why?"

Taking a deep breath, Loki watched me carefully.

"Because I want you to understand what I was really like back then."

"You couldn't describe your tale like any normal person?" I asked him with wide eyes.

Loki laughed and despite myself I found myself smiling back at him. While Thorin just looked at the pair of us with a frown on his face.

"You should know me by now," Loki grinned "I like to do things differently."

I nodded in agreement.

"And besides, you could have blocked my memory thoughts at any time, but you never did."

"I don't have a clue on how to block images or people probing my own thoughts," I admitted to him "this is all so new to me."

Loki stepped closer and grabbed my free hand, taking no notice of the mumble Thorin was giving to him.

"And I will help you use that block technique Elaina, though you do have to listen to the rest of my story."

"With images?" I asked him.

Loki shook his head.

"No, not if you don't want to, but I will allow it," smiled Loki "for I trust you completely."

Before I could register what he had said, he let go of my hand and walked out of the room, leaving me with Thorin. I felt Thorin pull me to him while I was thinking of what Loki had said.

He said he trusted me completely and I found myself smiling at that. I knew I had found a good friend in Loki, even if he did do something bad. I just hoped that Thor would not cause problems while he was here.

"Are you really alright my angel?" asked Thorin breaking me out of my daze.

Again I saw the concern on Thorin's face and I gently cupped his cheek, seeing him lean into it.

"I'm fine Thorin," he was about to say something but I brushed my lips with his "it's just been a weird day."

"You can say that again," grinned Thorin against my lips "come, let's go out there. I want to know how that newcomer came here from nowhere."

He leaned towards me and kissed me before taking my hand and leading me back in the hall. It was going to be a long night, I could tell.

o0o

Sitting opposite Thor who was eating a stack of sandwiches filled with cheese and lettuce. I noticed that most of the company were missing. The only ones around the table was Fili, Balin, Bilbo and Gandalf who were all watching Thor with keen interest.

I was sitting between Thorin and Loki who was watching his brother with slight amusement. Thor caught me watching him and I averted my eyes to a sheep that was walking away from us. I didn't like the silence , so I decided to break it.

"Earlier you called me the star princess. I want to know why you said that?"

Thor placed his sandwich down and smiled at me.

"You have always been known by that name my lady."

"Please, call me Elaina," I say to him, gracing him with a smile "I have never heard anyone call me by that name before."

Thor turned his attention to Loki and frowned.

"You didn't tell her?"

Before Loki could respond, Gandalf spoke up.

"Ah, that may be my fault in that regard. You see until recently, Elaina had no idea who her real father was and as I knew Loki was joining this quest, I asked him to stay quiet about her namesake. Please forgive me."

I looked at Gandalf with disdain. I knew he keeps information to himself, but as it concerned me, surely he should have told me himself? Gandalf caught my eye and promptly looked away. I narrowed my eyes at that, not noticing the smirk Loki was giving me.

"In Asgard, everyone knows you as The Star Princess, Elaina," informed Thor, picking up his sandwich once more "you have always been known there."

"Why?" I ask him, clearly confused.

"Because of the prophecy." replied Thor, smiling at me.

I was even more confused. What prophecy? This was all news to me. Until recently, I thought I was just a normal girl, living with Bilbo and Hetti. Then we go on a quest with Thorin and his men, I find out along the way that I have a father living on a cloud. Oh and have these strange evil messengers trying to get me.

Now I'm part of a prophecy to which I had no idea about. I felt my head begin to ache and I instinctively placed my right hand on my temple. I tenderly rub my fingers on my forehead, willing the pain to recede, but it doesn't seem to work, the pain was getting worse.

"Elaina, are you feeling alr-," asked Bilbo, but I jumped up from where I was sitting and ran to a room where I could be sick in private.

~~Thorin's POV~~

When I saw Elaina run out of the hall, I stood up and started to walk in the direction she ran of too. Just what was the matter with her? I hoped it had nothing to do with the wounds that scum Azog did to her.

"It appears that Elaina's power has just increased."

I spun around and looked at Gandalf with wide eyes.

"What do you mean?" I asked him.

He gave me a knowing look and I narrowed my eyes, wanting answers now.

"She blasted away a door, did she not?" smiled Gandalf and I nodded my head.

"Aye, that is correct." I replied.

"Unfortunately, Elaina used too much power and is now suffering the consequences."

I clenched my fists together. Gandalf should have warned her not to over do it.

"Don't look at me like that Thorin son of Thrain," reprimanded Gandalf, placing his hand in his pocket "give her this. It should ease her stomach and her head."

I walked over to him and held out my hand as Gandalf dropped a little bottle in my palm.

"She will be alright though, won't she?" asked Bilbo, looking at Gandalf with an anxious look on his face.

"She will be fine Bilbo," smiled Gandalf "I know Elaina had no idea of how strong her power will be. To her, she thinks she has just these visions and that power that we all saw before," Gandalf shock his head "no, there is more to Elaina than she herself realises. In time, she will learn to harness her power."

I knew Gandalf was right, I can still remember that bright light coming out of her hand while we were being chased by those Wargs before we entered Rivendell. I vowed then, that I would help her out as much as possible. Excusing myself, I turned around and walked to where Elaina had ran of too.

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~~Hetti's POV~~

"How long have you felt like this?" I asked Kili as he tightens his hold on me.

He smiles and kisses the corner of my mouth.

"Since the first meeting," He mumbled "when you were bending over retrieving your fruit Fili knocked out of your basket. I knew you were different to other lassies I've meet."

I pull away from him a little, arching my left eyebrow.

"Other lassies?"

Kili grinned at me and placed his forehead on mine.

"I just flirted with them, nothing more."

I was about to say something when the door flung open and Elaina ran in, towards the sink being sick. I pulled away from Kili and went to her aid.

"Elaina, what can I do to help?" I asked her, holding her hair away from her face as she continued to retch "Did you eat something dodgy?"

She slowly shook her head, as she leaned against the sink. Glancing back at Kili, I whispered,

"Could you open the window, let some air in here?"

Kili nodded and walked towards the window while I gently stroked Elaina's back. Heavy footsteps from outside caused me to look back at the door. Thorin looked around the room until he spotted me with Elaina and quickly walked up to her.

"Elaina, you need to drink this." I heard Thorin say softy to her.

Again Elaina shook her head, before she threw up again.

"What's happened to her?" I demanded to know.

Thorin never left his eyes of Elaina and I could see the love as well as concern in his blue eyes.

"She used to much of her power apparently," replied Thorin, after a while "she isn't used to it."

"Because of the door?" asked Kili, walking towards us.

Thorin glanced up and watched Kili, then at me. He then frowned.

"Could you both leave?" asked Thorin and it was my turn to frown.

"Elaina is more or less my sister. I'm not leaving her in this state!" I hissed, noticing Thorin narrow his eyes at me.

"Elaina needs rest, not someone who will bombard her with questions. No, both of you leave now. I'll take care of her."

"But-,"

"Okay, Uncle, we shall go somewhere else." said Kili, taking hold of my hand.

I didn't want to leave Elaina. She is my best friend and I hated seeing her like this. I caught Thorin's gaze and saw his face soften.

"Gandalf has given me some medicine. I will be here looking after her. Please Hetti, I'm sure Elaina just wants to rest now."

I stepped back and nodded my head.

"I'll be back in the morning though." I replied with a somber expression on my face.

Thorin graced me with a smile which startled me. I had never seen him smile at me before.

"I'm sure Elaina will appreciate that."

I felt Kili pull me away from Elaina and I reluctantly followed him but I momentarily stopped and turned my head to where Elaina was. She was still clinging onto the sink and I really wanted to help her but Kili, nudged me and I slowly went out of the room a little angry that I couldn't stay and help her.

"She'll be alright," I heard Kili say as he more or less dragged me towards a ladder "let's go up here. That way, we can keep an eye on Elaina from here."

I graced Kili with a smile and leaned against him, placing a kiss on his cheek.

"Thank you." I whispered.

"My pleasure." grinned Kili.

We climbed up the ladder and noticed a lot of hay up here in the basic attic. I had no idea why there was hay up here but thought nothing of it. At least I could keep an eye on the door that Elaina was currently in. I was worried sick about her and hoped she was going to be okay.

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~~Thorin's POV~~

I gently stroked my heart's back as she drank some water, before spitting it out. I hoped that she was over the worse now. I gently took her hand and guided her to the bed. She sat on the edge of the bed, clutching her temples again.

"Elaina," I whispered sitting down next to her "Gandalf gave me this bottle, it will help you."

"No," I heard her say "I'll must probably bring that back up again."

"No, no you won't my angel," I gently took her left hand from her temple and placed the bottle in her hand "have faith and drink this."

She shook her head and I sighed.

"Do you want me to force you to drink it?"

"Thorin, please, I just want my head to stop hurting me."

"It will," I reassured her "when you'll drink this medicine."

"Thorin."

I had had enough of this and I took the bottle out of her hands before tilting her head slightly. Thankfully her mouth was open, so I took this initiative and tipped the contents down her throat.

I didn't like treating her like this but I wanted her to get better. I heard her retch again and I honestly thought she would vomit the contents up again. I waited to see what she would do next and was surprised when she leaned backwards on the bed and rested her head on the pillows.

I placed the now empty bottle down on the night stand and went to the other side of the bed and crawled on it to be by Elaina's side. Placing my arm tenderly around her waist, I mumbled endearments to her as I slowly saw her breathing go to a relaxed state.

I knew Gandalf's medicine had something to do with that and for once, I was grateful that it seemed to do the trick. Kissing her hair, I closed my eyes, hoping that tomorrow Elaina would be back to her usual self.

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~~Elaina's POV~~

I woke with a start, the sun was across my face and I turned a little, pulling the cover over my head to shield the brightness of the sun from me. I felt someone shift against me, but I try and get back to sleep. It was proving difficult when I felt an arm around me tighten around my waist.

"How are you feeling?" a familiar voice asked me.

"I feel like someone's wacked me over the head." I replied softly, shifting my body a little, feeling the hand gently stroke my waist.

I opened one eye as the cover around my head was pulled down and I frowned at Thorin for doing that.

"Hey, the sun is to bright," I mumbled trying to tug the cover out of Thorin's hand "and its cold."

Thorin pulled me to him and kissed my neck.

"Then allow me to warm you up." He whispered in my ear.

I could feel his body heat as he cocooned me with his arms and I welcomed it. I closed my eyes trying to sleep once more but the smell around the room, soon woke me up.

"What's that smell?" I asked.

I felt Thorin's soft chuckle and I opened my eyes watching him.

"Those dogs brought in some refreshments. The smell is coffee and toast."

I scrunch my nose. Food was the last thing I wanted to eat. After last night, the thought of food, made me feel queasy once more. Thorin caught my expression and kissed my forehead.

"Dry toast will settle your stomach my Azyungal."

I shook my head.

"Just a few bites," encouraged Thorin, uncoupling himself before turning his body away from me "you will soon feel better."

Thorin faced me again, holding a piece of toast in his hand. He watched me expectantly, as I just watch him and the toast in his hand. Rolling my eyes, I took the toast from him and sat up a little, noticing my stomach was a little sore from last night's episode. Slowly, I broke a piece of and cautiously placed the toast inside my mouth.

"You don't have to eat all of it," smiled Thorin watching me chew slowly "would you like a cup of coffee."

I don't normally drink coffee but I did need something to drink. I nod my head as I broke another piece of toast. Thorin got out of bed and picked up the jug which I had a feeling held the coffee in there.

While he was doing that, my mind started to take over and I thought of what Thor and Gandalf had said. I was still in the dark as to why I was named The Star Princess and what was all this about a prophecy. Just what was going on here? So many unanswered questions.

"Here you are." said Thorin, breaking me out my thoughts.

I snapped my head to where he was standing. He was holding out a streaming goblet of coffee and I took it out of his grasp.

"Do you want some sugar?" I shook my head "Milk?"

Again I shook my head.

"No thank you."

Thorin smiled down at me, before getting back in bed, taking hold of a shack of toast that was on a plate on his lap.

"I'm not eating all of that." I say to him, seeing the merriment in his blue eyes.

"I have to eat too my love," replied Thorin "I heard what you thought, do you want to talk about it?"

I watched Thorin as he smeared a little butter on the toast before I answered him.

"I don't know where to start," I sighed popping a piece of toast in my mouth "I'm just confused with that new name title."

Thorin placed the toast he was spreading back on the plate, then turned to me.

"It appears everyone on Asgard knows of me," I continued "even though I know nothing about them, other than Loki and Thor that is. That and the fact I have no idea what this prophecy is."

"Elaina," I looked at Thorin as he placed his arm around my shoulder "there is someone that may be able to answer your queries."

I sighed, leaning on his chest.

"I don't think Gandalf will explain his reasons for not informing me about all this."

"No not him," I looked up at him "your father knows everything. Perhaps you should speak to him."

"I don't think Bilbo knows anything either."

Thorin rolled his eyes and groaned at me causing me to smile back at him.

"I was referring to your real father, Elaina."

We watch one enough before Thorin shifted a little to cup my face.

"He would know more than anyone else. As I have a feeling, he watches everything on his cloud," carried on Thorin, kissing my nose "Ask him."

"I have no idea on how to reach him," I admitted to him "in the times I've seen him, it was him that summoned me. I wouldn't know where to start."

Thorin contemplated on what I'd said and nodded to himself. I knew he was thinking things through and I left him alone. I took a sip of my coffee, again scrunching my face from the taste of the hot drink.

"Too hot?" asked Thorin with a grin on his face.

"Noooo," I replied, placing the drink back on the night stand "bloody disgusting."

Thorin laughed.

"I did ask you if you wanted sugar."

"I never have sugar in hot drinks." I admitted, getting comfortable on the bed once more.

I placed my head on Thorin's shoulder while he ate his toast.

"I think you should ask Loki about how to reach your father, Elaina. He went to your aid when you first saw your father, didn't he?" asked Thorin after a while.

I thought back to my first meeting with Zeus, remembering Loki come from nowhere. I glanced up at Thorin who was watching me.

"Was he unconscious?" I asked him.

"No, while Gandalf was explaining things, Loki gave Gandalf a look. A look that Gandalf acknowledged him with a nod before he went of somewhere. A few moments later, he was back and you thankfully were not so pale anymore."

I nod my head, knowing this to be true. Though I had no idea how we got back to Middle-earth. This was all so confusing.

"When everything has calmed down between the two brothers, I will ask Loki how to speak to my father," I sighed, placing my head back on his shoulder "not that my father will listen to me."

Thorin placed his toast on the tray before returning his attention back on me. I shifted a little when I realised that Thorin was about to wrap his arm around me. I got comfortable and placed my head on his chest.

"He will listen my angel. He is your father and should be able to help you."

I wasn't so sure about that, but didn't say anything. Instead, I held onto Thorin, hearing his heartbeat relax me once more.

"I am glad to notice that you have colour in your cheeks now," murmurs Thorin, stroking my hair "I was worried."

"I'm sorry," I whispered, my fingers trailing Thorin's tunic "I don't know what came over me."

"I do," I look up at him, not understanding "you were using to much of your power. That is why you vomited last night."

'All I did was blast that door away. How could I have gotten ill from that?' I thought to myself.

"According to Gandalf," carried on Thorin "your powers have increased."

I frowned at that.

"And how would Gandalf know if my power has increased?"

"I have no idea, my angel. I am only repeating what he said."

I thought back to last night. All I did was blast a door away, which I really regretted doing. We were staying in Beorn's home and yet, I demolished his door. I could feel my cheeks go red for doing that.

Then I met Thor who told me I was The Star Princess, then later, he explained about this prophecy. That was when my head began to hurt. Was that where the connection started. I had a strange feeling it had nothing to with my power. I knew Thorin had a point, I wanted some answers and the only one that could help me was my father.

As soon as I was back to normal, I would ask Loki on how to see Zeus, though I really wasn't looking forward to facing my father once more. I had a feeling that my father was just as secretive as Gandalf was, which was bothering me and I didn't like that one bit.