Lithasblot pt.2
“Litha…what?”
You quickly slipped on some sandals and chased him down the hall. He came to a stop near a balcony overlooking a courtyard before turning back to you.
“Lithasblot.”
He gave you a smile and motioned with his hand down to the courtyard. You hesitantly moved towards the balcony your eyes slowly moving from Loki to the balcony’s edge. As you neared the railing the sound of music and laughter began to fill your ears. You carefully peeked over the balcony. The courtyard was filled with people all in robes similar to yours. There was music and dancing and tables filled to the brim with various foods. You found you couldn’t look away from the sight. You had been to parties similar to these but you were always a servant, you never got to enjoy one like this.
“It is a marvelous sight, is it not?”
You finally managed to peel your eyes away from the party and turned to Loki who was leaning against the balcony looking down.
“It isn’t even the main event. The actual celebration is not until tomorrow.”
You turned your eyes back to the party.
“This is amazing.”
Your voice was filled with awe. You heard Loki chuckle beside you.
“It is something.”
“So this is why the halls were changed.”
“Yes, it is a rather large celebration for us. It celebrates the harvest of the year.”
Things seemed to click in your head.
“That explains the tapestry and all the orange.”
You gazed closer at the food on the tables. They all seemed to be fruits and vegetables that were just harvested. It was at that moment that the music came to an end. There was some soft clapping, then people began to disperse into smaller groups to talk amongst themselves.
“Well, what do you think?”
You turned back to Loki who was now facing you a soft smile on his face.
“It seems like a lively celebration.”
You gave him a genuine smile. Loki dropped his gaze slightly, his hands coming together in a gesture you were beginning to recognize. You gave him a moment.
“Would you like to attend?”
Loki’s eyes remained on his hands but his fingers stopped fidgeting as he asked the question.
“What?”
Loki finally looked up to you, the confidence from moments ago was gone, and he actually looked a tad bit nervous. Cute. You had to stifle a laugh at the adorableness of his face at that moment.
“The final celebration is tomorrow night, there will be a large dinner party with music and dancing. I was wondering if you would like to attend.”
You froze, thousands of emotions running through you. Loki seemed to sense your unease.
“It is not mandatory, if it would make you uncomfortable you have no obligation to attend.”
Loki gave you a smile but you could hear the disappointment in his voice. Thoughts battled in your head. You had never attended a party as a guest before, and you still were not used to Asgard. Since making a home here you had not attended any gatherings, in fact, you went out of your way to avoid meeting new people. The thought of being forced into a room with countless faces you did not recognize sent a chill up your spine. You bit your lip trying to sort through all the thoughts in your head.
“It is alright. I knew it would be a lot for you. So do not fret over it.”
You flinched slightly as you felt a cold hand pat your shoulder.
“Let’s get something to eat while we still can.”
Loki turned and began retreating down the hallway. You remained frozen for a moment but a force took over you.
“Wait!”
Your voice surprised yourself causing you to bring your hands up to cover your mouth. Loki flinched slightly before turning back to you a look of pure confusion on his face. You remained silent for a moment but then built up your nerve once more.
“Will you be there with me? At the party?”
You could see the realization dawn on Loki’s face as a small smirk appeared on his lips. He took a small step back before giving a small bow.
“I shall never leave your side.”
Your vision began to blur, but his words continued to echo in your head until everything went black.