Explicit Sexual Content Warning

Loki had left early this morning to meet with Odin and Thor. It had been about six weeks since Thor's wedding and Karina's birth. I worried that Odin would want Loki and me to resume our diplomat duties. I know most royals use nannies to care for their children, but I couldn't bear the thought of being away from her. She was her father's daughter, full of mischief already. Her green eyes took in everything around her as if she were studying us all. Frigga and Odin both were wrapped around her fingers.

I was just returning to the chambers after my checkup with Eir. She said I had healed nicely and cleared me for 'wifely duties' as she called them. I giggled when she refused to say the word sex. I mean seriously, you'd think a healer could use the proper terms. Loki came through the door mumbling to himself as I was changing. He was so distracted that he didn't even notice me standing there half naked until I cleared my throat. He looked at me, his eyes going wide, then he began moving towards me like a lion stalking its prey. "Ástvinur, did you have something in mind," he purred, as he pulled me close.

I gave a short laugh, "Oh, I have lots of things in mind, my trickster," I nibbled at his ear, "and I've been cleared for every activity I have imagined." Loki gave a growl as he tossed me onto the bed and climbed on top of me. He ripped off the underdress I'd been putting on and threw it off to the side. I groaned when his lips began trailing down my chest and stomach. I tugged at his shirt, making him pause to remove it. I wanted to feel his skin against mine.

He continued his path until his tongue began to dance across my folds, making me arch and writhe. "Gods, I've missed your taste, my love," he murmured against my skin. Any response I might have made was cut off by my cries as he plunged his fingers inside of me. I was so sensitive. Every touch made me feel like I was going to explode. He was right, it had been too long, too long since I'd felt him like this. I wanted more.

"Please Loki," I begged, "I want to feel you inside of me." He hummed against my clit, slamming his fingers in deeper. Fuck, I tried to fight it, but his pace was maddening, and I cried out as my orgasm shook my body. As I trembled, he quickly lifted himself and thrust into me, spiraling me into a second orgasm immediately. "Loki," I cried out as his hand tangled in my hair. His mouth closed over mine as our bodies crashed against one another. I felt another orgasm building as he put his other hand under the small of my back and shifted my angle.

"Cum for me Rúna," he grunted as his own climax broke. I screamed as he filled me and our juices spilled down my thighs. He continued to pump inside of me as we rode out our orgasms. He pushed my hair back from my face and placed kisses along my brow. "I love you so much," he said, looking into my eyes like he was searching for something. He let out a long sigh and slowly pulled out of me and laid next to me. I could tell something was weighing on his mind, so I just laid against his chest and waited until he was ready to talk.

"You know I went to see Father today," he asked. I nodded, and he continued. "He offered us the throne, Rúna. He felt that since we had Karina, we should take the throne." I leaned up to look into his eyes.

"What did you tell him?" In my heart, I already knew the answer he'd given Odin, but I think he needed to tell me, so I waited.

"I declined." He gave a half-hearted laugh, "Thor wasn't surprised, but Odin was. He wasn't happy either. I tried to explain that we had already discussed this and just like with Jötunheimr, I don't want to be King, I want to be your husband and Karina's father." He leaned his head against my chest, wrapping his arms around me as I cradled him.

"Did he understand?" I asked, stroking his hair.

"I think so, but it's hard to tell with him. I guess I feel like I'm disappointing him again," he sighed.

"How about we go talk with your mother," I suggested. "I need to get Karina anyway. Maybe she can help you and Odin sort this out."

"I suppose," he said but didn't move to get dressed. He turned his face and caught my nipple in his mouth, sucking gently, then releasing it he said, "Or we could stay naked for a little longer." He gave me a playful smile as he began to suck on the other nipple. I gave a little gasp when he bit down gently. He gave a low chuckle as he pulled me on top of him. Any protests I considered were quickly snuffed when he lowered me onto his once again hard cock.

Two hours later, we found Frigga in the garden with Karina.

She gave us both a sly grin as she bounced Karina on her lap. "So how did the meeting with your father go?"

"Really, Mother, you too?" Loki groaned.

She gave a soft laugh, "You have to admit it is ironic, Loki. All those years you spent plotting on how to get the throne, and now you have abdicated one and refused the other." You know she does have a point. "Just give your father some time. I'm sure once Jane and Thor have a child he will be less concerned about your refusal. In the meantime, continue with your diplomatic affairs."

"Speaking of," I asked, "I don't like the idea of being away from Karina for very long, but I'm also worried about some of the regions Odin wants us to visit."

Loki wrapped his arm around me and kissed my forehead, "We won't resume our duties for another few months. If there are locations you don't feel safe journeying to, then I can go alone, or we can ask for a replacement. Although, we do need to make a trip to Jötunheimr soon to introduce Karina. Nal has sent several messages about a blessing ceremony." I cringed. "What troubles you, elskede?"

"What if Helbindi has another jealousy moment that we've had a child before he's even found his mate? I know he's your brother, but he worries me." I shivered against Loki's chest. He seemed to think over what I said, but it was Frigga that responded.

"How about I travel with you?" She rubbed her nose against Karina's, "I can help watch this sweet little girl and run interference if needed while you and Loki handle Helbindi and Nal. Besides, that way Asgard is represented at her blessing ceremony as well." It was a solid idea and her presence would make me feel safer.

"If you don't mind, I'd really appreciate that," I said, giving her a side hug.