Loki POV

"Hello mother." I greeted her, a smile on my face but my mind was in alert mode. What is she doing here? Is Asgard in trouble? But for that, she would have approached Thor first, not me. Then... Am I in trouble? Do I have to go back?

"Loki, calm down my son." Her gentle voice snapped me to my senses. "How are you doing, my child?" She asked, sitting on the edge of the bed. I sat beside her, taking care not to touch her illusion lest she would disappear.
"I am absolutely fine, mother...but why are you here? Is there any problem?" I asked her. She nodded smiling. "I just felt like seeing you. Can't a mother see her son?"

I nodded stiffly. She's hiding something. "So, how is she?" Her question made me smile. "She's fine, momma. I wish you could meet her." She hummed with a knowing smile on her face. "It seems you two are having a great time together..." My brows furrowed. "Umm...yes... Wait. I don't understand what you are saying." She laughed. "Check your face. Go go!"

Confused, I looked at myself in the mirror and after seeing the red lip print on my cheek and lip, I couldn't help but blush. Mother laughed again. "Oh son! I am so happy for you!" I faced her with a small grin, my hands busy on rubbing Rose's sign of love from my face. "Thank you mother." I mumbled, sitting back beside her.

"So mother, why are you here?" I asked her again and this time, she sighed.
"You two have to come back. Your father-"
"Not my father." I interrupted her earning a hurt look from her. But, it's the truth afterall. Odin was never my father. Maybe he was my King or Allfather... but father? Pfft. No.

"Son, don't start with it again. He is your father. He loves you." She said, desperation in her voice that made me cringe. "Even you know that's a lie, mother. And please," I raised my hand, stopping her from interrupting me. "Let's not discuss about it. I don't want my mood to be spoiled. So, why are we called?"

Trust me, my heart broke seeing my mother sigh sadly. I love her a lot. But she can never change my mind about Odin. Never.
"Odin is facing problems in handling the realms' treaties. Asgard needs their Princes. And our new year is knocking at the door. We can't celebrate it without our Princes."

"Thor can go but I can't mother." I said, looking at her.
"Why?"
"Because I can't leave Rose alone. She needs me and I have promised her never to leave her again. She is too careless and almost got herself killed when I was back in Asgard. I don't trust her, mother." I said her the exact reason. Rose acts stupid sometimes. And her cursed flashbacks are now more frequent. Thank the Norns, I was there to patch her bleeding palm. I can't dare to imagine what would happen the next time...

"You're forgetting something my son. There is something else we need to celebrate and for that we specially designed need you."
"And what is that?"
"Your birthday, my dear. Did you forget that?" I felt like laughing. Birthday?! Seriously? It has been almost three years that someone wished my birthday, leave alone celebrate it. Well, how could I have celebrated my birthday in Thanos's sanctuary and Asgardian prison?

"I'm afraid momma, I can't come. Sorry but I can't leave my love behind." I said with finality in my tone. But her next words made me question my decision. "What if she comes with you?"
I looked at her for any hint of lies or jokes but found none. She was serious!?!
"But-but Odin won't allow it! He would never allow a mortal, and that too my beloved in his realm. I don't-"

"Don't worry about that. I'll handle him. You just come back. It feels like ages since I hugged you, my son." She said with a small smile. I returned the smile.
"Okay momma. But I will ask Pud once about it. And are you sure that...he will allow her?"
"He won't say no to me. He knows the consequences of denying me." She said with a dark grin that made me gulp.

"Alright. When do we leave?"
"How about tomorrow night?" I hummed in response.
"Okay... If she comes with me, you will see me in Asgard." Mother nodded.
"See you soon my son. Inform Thor about it." I nodded and we got up.
"I will mother."
"Bye my dear." She kissed my forehead although I barely felt it. She started to fade away. "Bye momma..."

As soon as she vanished, I smiled widely. My wish was about to come true! Rose is coming with me! Oh how mesmerized she would be when she will see Asgard in all it's glory. She would faint for sure. Fandral would be so jealous of me. He could never get a lovely and beautiful and sweet girl like my Rose. And ah! He would burn due to jealousy.

I would show her Asgard's waterfalls and forests. I'll hunt bigelsnapes for her and would take her to the special Asgardian marketplaces. Oh! I am so excited about it! And you know what is the main reason for my excitement? It is Rose. This time I will make her soo happy that she would forget what it's like to be sad. I will heal her broken heart and scarred mind as she is healing mine. She deserves it and I'll give it to her.

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"Rose-"
"Loki, we have enough time for your news. But at the moment, we must reach Lucy's house. Her dad is almost-" Rose trailed off when Loki caught her wrist tightly. "Please Rose. Listen to me... It's important." Loki said with a clipped voice. Rose sighed.
"Is it a good news?" She asked. Loki nodded quickly. "Well then trust me, my darling..." She placed her bandaged hand on his cheek softly. "you should not tell me the news right now." And with that, she pulled back her hand from his grip and resumed combing her long wavy hair.

"And why don't you listen to it now?" Loki asked, a bit irritated now as he plopped down on the bed roughly. He has been trying since morning to crack her the news of a trip to Asgard but she has been dodging him. It's not at all fair! How can she ignore my excitement?

"Loki... I know you're excited but if you tell me now about the good news, I won't be able to stay happy for long." Rose said as she gave him a quick glance. "Why?" He asked, leaning on his elbow as he stared curiously at her.
Did she read my mind?

"Because Lucy's father is coming to meet her in less than half an hour and you, me, Steve and Thor have to reach there before he could reach her. And I have a feeling that this meeting wouldn't end with smiles and hugs. So what will be the use of this good news if I would get sad and angry again? So it would be great if you tell me about it after we meet her father."

Loki nodded. Okay... she's correct. "But why are we going? I mean why Thor and Steve are coming with us." He asked, running his fingers through his hair. "Lucy is not in good terms with her father and stepmother. She is nervous and needs us. She can't face him alone Loki." Rose answered, pulling her hair into a messy bun.

She turned and sat beside him, leaning against his shoulder. "I can't let him take away Lucy from me. She's my sister and supporter. And if we all stand by her side, maybe her father won't dare to take her back." She said, tracing fingers along Loki's jaws. Loki hummed in response.

A knock at the door catched their attention. They turned their heads to find Steve and Thor waiting for them with a serious look.
"Are you ready to go?" Steve asked, his voice gruff. Loki and Rose stood up and Rose pecked Steve's cheek to comfort him. "Don't worry Stevie, we won't let Lucy go. It's my promise." This seemed to work as a small smile graced Cap's face. He returned the kiss on her cheek and together they left to face Lucy's Daddy problem.

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Lucy lay snuggled up in Steve's arms, her brows furrowed and lips constantly being bit. She was pacing the room so fast that Steve had to pull her near him and trap her in his arms to calm her nerves down. Rose leaned against Thor's shoulder while Loki played with the three tiny kittens. He wooed over their sizes and didn't try to kill them when they tried to nibble his nose and finger. Briefly to say, he was the only one who was calm at the moment.

"Hey Medusa, stop worrying. Everything will be fine." Thor said, patting Lucy's back who smiled at the use of the nickname. As Thor and Lucy both loved snakes, Thor thought Medusa would be an ideal nickname for Lucy.
"I appreciate your concern, Mr. Viper." She sent a small grin but the grin vanished without a trace when loud knocks resounded through the house.

Lucy let out a shaky breathe as Steve tightened his hug around her, afraid to let her go. Rose stood up and placed a hand on her head. "Get ready, sis. He's here. I'm going to open the door." Lucy nodded and sat up straight, smoothing her curly bounces. Steve didn't hesitate to kiss her lips once. Loki picked up the kittens and sat down on the couch with a blank face.

Rose opened the door to reveal a tall man in his fifties, his features slightly resembling Lucy's but was more strict and hard. Beside him was a woman, maybe in her early forties and had an annoyingly haughty look on her sharp featured face. They both looked down at Rose who cursed herself for her small figure. Forcing a tight smile, she called them in.

"This way..." Rose guided them to the living room, where everyone except a blank looking Loki, stood up to welcome them.

"Loki get up!" Thor hissed, poking his finger in Loki's arm. With a irritated huff and a bored look, Loki did as he was told. The man studied everyone silently for a moment, scowling a bit at Loki who obviously ignored him and then locked his hard gaze at his daughter.

"Hello Papa." Lucy greeted with a weak smile and small voice, hoping for a hug from her father. The man's eyes softened and slowly, he hugged her. Lucy bit back her tears as she leaned into the familiar warmth of her father's embrace. "How pretty you have grown my dear!" He said, ruffling her hair. Rose frowned a bit. He's not bad...

Next the woman stepped to hug her but Lucy backed away, avoiding any touch with her stepmom. "Nice to meet you again, Miss Peterson." Lucy greeted with an emotionless tone. The woman scowled and took a few steps back. "It seems your bad manners didn't change over time, Lucy Johnson. Look at her honey, still a spoiled child." The woman said to her husband, pointing at Lucy with a glare.

"Alana, stay silent for now." The man stopped Miss Peterson, Lucy's lovely stepmother. Lucy gulped and started to introduce everyone to her father.
"Papa, she is Rosabelle, my sister and best friend." Rose offered a smile to which the man nodded stiffly.

"And he is her boyfriend and my brother, Loki." Mr. Johnson stared at Loki and Loki stared back at him with narrowed eyes until Rose pinched his arm. "Behave Loki."

"This is his brother and my best guy friend, Thor." Thor gave a small smile and Mr. Johnson nodded again.

"And he's Steve, my... Boyfriend." Her father's eyes narrowed as he glared at Steve. Steve, ignoring the glare, greeted the man. "It's nice to meet you, sir."
"Likewise Steve." Mr. Johnson greeted back with a serious look. Lucy turned to face her friends. "And guys, he is Jacob Johnson. And she is Miss Alana Peterson."

"Lucy, whether you like it or not but I am Mrs. Johnson, your father's wife and your mother. So address me like that, understood?" Alana glared at her and Lucy glared at her back, with same ferocity. Loki and Steve too were having a staring fight with Jacob. Sensing the rising tension in the room, Rose and Thor quickly jumped in to avoid any further turmoil.

"Umm...why don't we just sit down and discuss about the matter?" Thor offered with a gentle smile and sidewise pinched Loki to make him behave.
"Yes, will you drink something? I can make-"

"Why are busying yourself, my love? I don't think they are here to eat and enjoy themselves. Why can't we jump straight away to the topic?" Loki interrupted Rose who was silently fuming at Loki's stupidity. She planned to win them with respect and love but this Trickster flushed her plan down the drain.

I will deal with him later... But now, I have a bigger fish to fry.

Jacob clenched his jaws and took a deep breath to calm himself down.
"Very well, let's talk about the matter. Lucy, I want you to pack your bags and all and leave with us back to Los Angeles." He came directly to the point, his eyes solely focused on Lucy who looked nervous and a bit angry too. Steve noticed her clenched fist and put his hand on hers to stable her.

"Papa," Lucy started, "I have been staying here for more than ten years. It's my home now. I've my job and my own loved ones here whom I can't leave. I've told you that before and I'm telling you now again... I can't go with you."

"How dare you, you wimp! How dare you to deny your father!" Alana hissed, pounding her fist on the table. Lucy flinched and Rose noticed the boys' faces growing darker. "How dare you to call her a wimp Ma'am? She's far from these types of words." Steve said through clenched teeth.

"Enough!" Jacob yelled. "You won't speak like that to my wife!" He said, lifting a finger at Steve who looked ready to jump on the man. "So it would be better if she doesn't speak like that to my girl!" Steve retorted back. Jacob turned his glare back to Lucy who was going through mixed up emotions at the moment.

"Listen girl, no more argues. Pack up and get ready because I won't leave this house without you."

"Then let me fix the guest room sir because Lucy. Isn't. Going. Anywhere." Rose said, smiling tightly.

"HOW DARE YOU TO SPEAK IN BETWEEN, GIRL!" Jacob shot up standing, the chair flinging away from the force.  "IT'S MY FAMILY MATTER AND YOU HAVE NO REASON TO JUMP IN!" But Rose didn't flinch. She patted Loki's clenched and shaking fist and stood up.
"If the matter includes my sister, I have every fucking reason to jump in."

"AARGH!" Jacob raised his hand to strike Rose but before his hand could touch her or Loki could shot up and stab the man, Jacob's hand was grabbed by Thor. "Don't even think about it. Trust me sir, you won't like to know the consequences of hurting my sister." And with that, Thor flung away his hand.

Growling, Jacob punched the table hard making Lucy jump. "I'm your father, Lucy. It's your duty to listen to me. Do you hear that? And I am not at all happy with your dating this man."

"I'm 24 Papa. I earn my own money now. I'm an adult, not a fourteen years old girl. And I think it should entirely depend on my descision that whether I want to go with you or not. I can chose my man, and I love Steve."

"Really? Tell me, is he your first or have you been fucking around with boys just because you're an adult?" No sooner the words left Alana's mouth, the hell nearly broke loose.

She shrieked loudly as a dagger flew past her face, missing her only by 2-3 centimetres. Loki was standing, his eyes glinting and a dagger in his hand. "Care to repeat that once more, quim?" He snarled, stepping forward. Fortunately, Thor stopped him.

"He tried to kill me! Bloody murderer! Police! Help!" The woman howled as Jacob looked shocked.

"You're lucky that you are something to Lucy or else trust me ma'am, some of your pretty teeth would have been missing by now." Rose growled, her hands glowing bright orange. Steve held her back and addressed the couple. "I think you know the answer. It would be better if you get going before something bad happens."

Alana continued to wail and curse at Loki and called Rose a freak because of the orange glow. Jacob gritted his teeth and faced Lucy, grabbing her arm tightly. "Sir leave her." Steve said in a too calm tone but Jacob ignored him.
"Why the hell are you being so stubborn?! I am your father! Your family! She is your mother! They are not your real family. So I am-"

"Leave my hand, Mr. Johnson." Lucy cut him off.
"What?"
"I said leave my hand." Lucy jerked away her hand from his grip and stared at him with a hatred filled look. "First thing, she is not my mother. Maybe she is your wife but she was, is and will NEVER BE MY MOM! MY MUM IS DEAD AND THAT IS BECAUSE OF YOU MR. JOHNSON!" Lucy yelled, stepping back.
"SHE DIED WAITING FOR YOU WHILE YOU SLEPT WITH THAT WOMAN! YOU LEFT ME AND MUM ALONE. YOU WAITED FOR HER TO DIE AND THEN AT HER FUNERAL, DECIDED TO GRACE ME WITH YOUR PRESENCE!"

Thor tried to hold her back but the rest stopped him.Tears streamed down her cheeks as she continued her rant.

"Even after that, I tried to forgive you. I tried to start my new life with my father but alas! He was too busy with his new wife. I tried to tell you a thousand times that how Alana used to hit me, curse me. But you were so smitten by her that you didn't even gave a fuck to my cries. I cried myself to sleep calling out for Mum and you but my tears and pain were left unseen." She sniffled and roughly wiped away the tears.

"And family!? Whose family!? Mine? My family is them." Lucy hissed, pointing at Rose's group. "You say you're my family. But where were you when I needed you the most? When I cried for you, where were you at that time? WHERE WERE YOU WHEN I WAS HURT, WHEN I NEEDED SOMEONE...when I needed you? You weren't here but they were. Always. ALWAYS!" She spat.

"It was Aunt who showered me with mother's love and care. She helped me to stand on my own feet. It was Rose who hugged me till my tears dried and always stood by me. It was Loki who made me laugh with his silliness and dark humours and made my day with his magic tricks. It was Thor who stole poptarts for me and shared my enthusiasm for snakes and other weirdly things, tickling me till my mood was lifted. It was Steve, who made me feel special, who kissed away all my pain and loved me like there is no tomorrow.
They are my family, Mr. Johnson. And I would never ever leave them." Lucy finished, and breathed out shakily as Steve kissed her forehead.

"I think the discussion is over now. Goodbye." Loki smirked darkly and before anyone could comprehend, with a flick of his hand, the fuming couple disappeared from the room and back to the bus stand. Lucy broke down sobbing while Steve hugged her tightly. "Ssh my feisty girl, it's ok... Ssh." Steve whispered, cradling her racking body. Rose bit back her tears and Thor patted Lucy's back to comfort her.

"You were right, Pud." Loki mumbled, wrapping his hand around Rose's waist. She wiped her eyes and looked up at him, confused. "About what?"

"The meeting did end without smiles and hugs."

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"Can I come in, Miss Pudding?" Loki knocked at the door grinning. Rose turned her eyes away from the colour palette in her hand and focused on Loki with a wide smile. "Of course, you can Mr. Frosty." Loki walked near her and stared at her painting, amazed. "It's a beautiful painting, Rose!" He complemented with an awed look. Rose smiled brightly. "Thank you so much Loki. Why don't you sit with me?" She asked, patting the bed beside her.
(Pic is on top of the chapter!)

Loki nodded and plopped down beside her and started dipping his finger into the pink colour in her palette. Rose glanced at him and frowned at his mischevious grin. "Now whatever you are thinking, don't you dare to do it Loki." She warned, her hand busy with the paint brush. Loki smirked and smeared the paint on her cheek and nose.

Rose glared at him. "I'll spank you for this, Laufeyson." Loki blinked at her innocently. "Oh no, you won't...." He said in baby voice that made her smile.
"And why won't I, hmm?"
"Because you love me, darling." He winked making her laugh and swipe the paintbrush across his nose leaving a blue splotch. "Tit for tat, baby." Rose winked back at him making him pout.

"But what is this tree?" Loki asked, staring intently at the painting of a cherry blossom. "It's a cherry blossom." Rose answered, a soft smile gracing her face.
"It's so beautiful in real life. It's said that even if you're sad or depressed, it can make you feel happy and relaxed."
"Oh..." Loki said, "have you seen one in your life?" Rose shook her head, dejectedly. "Nah...but I wish to see one before dying. It's one of my bucket list."

Loki frowned at that. "You aren't dying anytime soon, Rose. And what is this bucket list?"
"It's a list of things that one has not done before but wants to do before dying. You have any such lists?" Rose asked smiling at Loki who looked so cute when confused. "Umm... maybe rule Asgard and build a big statue of mine with my golden horns on." He said, shrugging and scratching his neck. Rose laughed, shaking her head.

"You're adorable Loki... So so adorable and cute."
"I am not." He grumbled like a spoilt child.

After a few minutes of silence, Loki spoke up again. "You like beautiful landscapes?" Rose nodded. "Yup. A lot. I wish to sit and watch and paint whatever I see."
"You know, we have a lot of beautiful sceneries in Asgard. Beautiful forests and waterfalls and all." Loki said, tilting his head to the side. Rose looked at him. "Yeah, I know. Thor told me about it."
"Do you wish to visit Asgard?" Loki asked, studying her face with a small smile. Rose nodded. "I wish I could."

Loki stood up and placed his hands on her shoulders. "Well then, why don't you pack your bags quickly?" Rose dropped the brush and looked up at Loki with a scowl. "I don't understand... what?" Loki gave her a toothy grin.
"How about a trip to Asgard with me and Thor?" Rose looked confused now.
"Does that mean you're returning to Asgard?" Loki nodded.
"Wait....wait wait...." Rose got up and faced him. "And I-I am accompanying you?!" Loki nodded again.

"But-but... that King...I mean...how? Who knows? Are you joking?" Loki laughed softly and held her close. "Stop you blabbering, will you? Just get ready for we are leaving tonight. Everyone knows except you." He tucked away the strands of hair behind her ear. "And don't worry about Allfather. He knows."

The confusement vanished from her face and was replaced by a giddy smile.
"JESUS! I'M GOING TO ASGARD!" She shrieked, hugging Loki tightly and then quickly pulled back from the hug, jumping excitedly on her feet. "How many pairs of shoes and clothing do I need? Can I take Snuggles with me? And my colours and brushes? And my gun? And my onesies? No no, they are too weird to wear. What about my-"

"SSSH! Calm down my love! Take whatever you need except for your clothes and shoes. You'll get them in Asgard. If you want you can take your PJ's." Loki said amused, caressing her face.

"I'm soooooo excited!!" Rose giggled, pecking his lips and then doing a little dance. Loki laughed. "Are you happy, my Kitty?"
"Yess! Yess Lemon!" She giggled again, twirling happily around Loki.

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"Behave like a good girl, okay? I shouldn't get any complain about you from Lemon." Aunt said, kissing Rose's forehead. "Ok Aunt! But you are forgetting that I'm not the mischevious one. Loki is!" She whined.
"Well, how can she know that, sis? Loki always pretends to be a good boy in front of her." Lucy poked in, shrugging and then hugged Rose.
"Take care sis. Enjoy yourself." Rose nodded. "You too. And don't worry about your father sis. He won't come back." Lucy nodded with a smile.

"Is it really a good idea to take her to a completely different place- sorry, a completely different realm?" Tony asked, a bit worried. Thor clapped Tony's back hard making him stumble. "Don't worry my friend, sister will be safe with us." He boomed. Loki nodded. "She will love Asgard and I'm sure, it will distract her from her nightmares." He assured Tony.

"Very well..." Natasha sighed happily. "If she's happy then that's it. We don't have any problem with anything else."
"Just keep her safe Loki." Bruce said, patting his back. Loki nodded sincerely.
A shriek catched their attention and they turned to find Steve, who has flipped a yelping Rose over his shoulder while Aunt and Lucy and Clint were laughing at them.

"I'm giving my daughter to you Loki... Keep her happy and safe. I'm trusting her in your care." Tony said, rubbing his worried face. Loki sighed.
"Don't worry Tony. I won't let anything happen to your... Ehehe... daughter."
Tony smiled. "Yeah... I love her like my daughter. Who can't? She's a lovely child..."

"Mr. Stark!" Rose tackled Tony into a tight hug, giggling all the while. Tony laughed and kissed her cheek. "Enjoy yourself, munchkin. And take this." He handed her a new camera. Rose yelped in joy. "Oh thank you so much!"
"Click as many pictures as you can. We will be waiting to see them." Natasha said, hugging her. "Take care sister."
"You too Nat."

"It's time!" Thor yelled loudly. Rose and Loki walked out with others in the terrace. "BYEEEE EVERYONE! TAKE CARE!" Rose yelled, waving at everyone wildly flinging her hands. Thor and Loki had to duck to avoid being hit.
The rest waved back. "Heimdall, we are ready!" Loki yelled, staring up and pulling Rose closer to him. And the next moment, they were surrounded by brilliant white lights and were sucked away from the terrace.

It's a starting of an interesting trip!

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