Loki, Prince of Betrayal

Chapter 27

Chapter 27

Loki entered Asgard with his two horses. He slid off of Sun and changed into his Friesian form. The three horses entered the royal stables and went to their stalls. Sun went to his and Loki and Gallana went into her old stall. It was big enough for two horses even three if there were a smaller one. They were glad they could share.

“Sun come join us.” Loki called

“Nay, my lord it is not suitable for another to be with two mates lest there be a brawl.” Sun said

“Fair enough but come to visit when it pleases you.” Loki said

“I shall.” Sun replied

Thor burst through the doors and ran to the last stall as soon as he heard the neighs and whickers. He stopped by Sun’s stall for a moment and patted his neck giving him and apple. Once Thor reached the stall where the two Friesians were he leapt over and grabbed both their necks happily.

“You’ve returned! Mother will be so happy!” Thor exclaimed

“Does Father know of this?” Loki asked

“Nay. Nor shall he if anyone can help it; Fandral found out and was very displeased he was not invited. We had to plead with him not to tell the All-Father.” Thor said

“Tell Fandral we are sorry he could not come, but we knew he would not be able to keep quiet about it long.” Gallana said

“I shall try. It may be better if you tell him yourself though.” Thor answered

“Summon him to the stables then.” Gallana said

“Gallana, my love is that wise?” Loki asked                                                                                                          

“Yes, besides I believe we can win him by letting him care for us while we wait the year out for our colt.” Gallana said

“You know what gender your foal will be already?” Thor asked amazedly

“Yes, my dear young man.” Gallana said

“That’s impossible.” Thor muttered

“Gallana is very intelligent and knows much. Why would she not know what our child would be? She was able to sneak in here without Father knowing.” Loki said proudly “I must say I do have the best wife in all the realms.”

“Don’t boast Loki.” Gallana said nipping at Loki’s ear.

Loki shook his head at this and snorted, as he pawed the stable floor. Then he nuzzled his nose under Gallana’s chin and lifted it up in rebuttal. She reciprocated to this by rubbing her forehead against his. Then they were silent with their eyes closed. They listened to each other’s breaths and fell into the rhythm of the sound.

All the while Thor had been watching. He left when he felt suffocated by the love the horses were showing towards each other. It would be better to get Fandral and leave them alone than to just sit there looking at the couple make eyes at each other. It was sickening to him for he did not yet understand what it was like to be in love.

“Dear-heart are you sure you will be able to stay in Friesian form for one year?” Gallana asked Loki

“Yes, I know I can.” Loki replied

“You have court and other certain duties though.” Gallana said

“It is only a year. They do not need me that much anyways.” Loki justified

“Much can happen in just one year.” Gallana rebutted

“True, but I can manage it as well as others.” Loki said

“I know you can. You adjust better than others when you are away for a space of time. You are right, everything will be fine.” Gallana said

The horses turned when they heard footsteps coming their way. Fandral and Thor were walking their way. Fandral seemed to be gliding more than walking. In his eyes was hurt and distrust. Thor just shrugged as he walked nonchalantly towards Loki and Gallana. Both young men seemed restless and excited as they walked towards the Friesians.

“Now you decide to talk to me?” Fandral accused

“We are sorry we didn’t invite you to our wedding.” Gallana said

“That’s no excuse; Loki I’m one of your best friends and you leave me out?!” Fandral exclaimed

“We wanted to we really did.” Loki said

“Then why didn’t you?” Fandral asked hurt

“Would you have been able to keep it a secret?” Gallana asked

Fandral stopped to think and then said “No, I would have shouted it to the world.”

“Exactly, we have a proposition for you though.” Loki said

“What is it?” Fandral asked

“We would like you to care for us for the year until the foal comes; then you can take care of all three of us.” Gallana said

“If you are willing to accept; it will make up for you missing out on our marriage.” Loki said

“Of course I will! That is more than enough to make up for not being able to attend your ceremony.” Fandral said

“Then it is settled. Fandral we will be in your care from now on.” Gallana said.

With that Fandral started his very important and gratifying duty of caring for the two great Friesians. He felt very noble and honored to be able to do so; even if the horses were his friends. Everyone envied Fandral a bit for his task so put upon him. All the Asgardians had dreamed of looking after the Friesians.

Loki and Gallana would snicker at this knowing they had the best caretaker in Asgard. They loved when others came to visit; but especially if it was their friends. Life was peaceful for the most part. Loki was soon called back to his regular duties though and sometimes had to leave which he hated. He didn’t like being parted from his wife, and he hoped life wouldn’t get too busy so he couldn’t be there for the birth of his first child.