Hanging Out (Open)

[Jennifer Walters/She Hulk]

(ooc: January 5th. Afternoon.)

Jennifer grinned as she walked around the palace. She wore a green t-shirt and a pair of blue jeans. She was a slave but not like the others. She had more freedom than they did. Perhaps it was because she was being controlled by Loki while the others weren't. She grinned as she found one of the palace banquet hall. She grinned seeing dinner was ready. She grabbed some food as thankfully there was no rule about eating before the king. At least none she was aware of. So she took a seat and began eating.

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John walked in. He's wearing a black collar around his neck. He's also wearing a black tanktop and blue jeans. He grinned and grabbed some food as he took a seat. He was still adjusting to no longer being a slave. Loki had freed to him his surprise. He still had the collar though as Loki had said if he proved he was trustworthy the collar would be removed and he could use his powers again. 

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Johnny walked in next. He was wearing a red tanktop and a pair of tight blue jeans. He was grateful his voice had returned and he was eager to eat. He grabbed some food and took a seat next to John. He really cared about the kid. They had similar powers so he felt like they were kindred spirits in a way. He was going to do whatever he could to keep him safe. 

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Evan walked in. He wore a gray tanktop and a pair of blue shorts. He grabbed some food and smiled taking a seat next to John. He grinned smiling at them both.

"So you are the two my brother talks about so much. I'm glad to finally meet you two." said Evan.

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Victor walked in annoyed. He wore a black T-shirt and a pair of shorts. His Dr. Doom uniform and all his fancier clothes and most of his possessions were taken away from him and put into storage. He even lost his private room and was now stuck living with the other servants. He walked in grabbing some food and reluctantly sat at the slaves table being the first one there. He glared at Johnny wishing he had taken him out when he had the chance.

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Hogun walked in. He wore a blue tanktop and a pair of blue jeans. He grinned grabbing some food. He was glad to see John and Johnny here. He was surprised Victor was now a slave. In Hogun's mind the guy got what he deserved. Of course he feared Victor might take his anger out on the other slaves something he was going to talk to Trigger about. Hopefully Loki could put Victor by himself somewhere.

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Donald walked in next. He's wearing a white tanktop and a pair of black jeans. He grabbed a plate of food and took a seat next to Hogun. He was also worried about Victor. He didn't want Jane, Hogun, or any of the others to get hurt by Victor's wrath. After all he'd nearly killed Johnny and if Loki hadn't stopped him Johnny would have died.

[Torian]

(OCC: For now it's Torian, Gerdy, Aldrich, Obediah and Moran. Will add Trigger, Richard and Loki)

Torian walked in with a admittedly pleasant smile on his face, wearing his usual black leather jacket with a peace shirt and blue leather pants. Today went admittedly well, due to his personal training going well and that he succeeded in getting many bulleyes in the target aspect of the training. The king said something about eating a little bit later so he requested torian to just eat without him, which was honestly good because Torian was hungry. He went in and saw Evan and immediately bowed to him "Many health and blessings to his majesty!" He said and responded and bowed to both Johnny and John "Same to the two of you. The king spoke highly of you" He then softly smiled "Forgive me. I am Torian. I am sure the three of you did not meet me yet, I apoligize, I was spending some time training myself and I guess I forgot to socialize" He turned to the empty seat near Evan and replied "May I sit here?"
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Obediah was a member of the army so he had the right to sit at the royal banquet table. A priviledge he quickly took advantage of and took a seat near Jennifer and Moran Karen who were clearly enjoying themselves with the food. Obediah turned to try some food and tried it, and he smiled feeling the food was absolutely delicious. He turned to moran and jennifer and replied calmly "My compliments to the chef. I must say this is delicious"
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Moran came in with haste. She herself was absolutely hungry and quickly took a seat next to Jennifer. She took some food and with some polite manners ate the said food. She nodded in agreement with Obediah's statement about the said food and replied "Yeah it does taste good. Haven't had food like this in ages. It's a good thing I'm starving because this looks like food that would fill me up all too fast" She turned to Jennifer and asked "What do you think? Oh I'm moran karen by the way. Nice to meet you"
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Aldrich silently came in next, he turned to see a annoyed victor with a couple of slaves and was amused with how angry victor was. If he simply behaved himself and didn't attack Johnny storm or be so arrogant, maybe his punishment would've been different. He was admittedly curious to how to talk to said new slave and couldn't help but wonder how exactly could victor stay so arrogant enough to even act so angry as to still glare at Johnny. Curiousity went through his mind but he sat near obediah and ignored the slave for now. He just ate his food quietly.
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"I don't know about you lads but I'm starvin'" Gerdy mumbled to Thor and Hogun on her way to the slave table. She went to get some food and gratefully ate everything she took. She then saw Victor after a while and saw Hogun and Donald both act uncomfortably around Victor and to her they had every reason to. From Storm's word, this man nearly killed him and would've succeeded if not for the king's interferance. Maybe the king wasn't so terrible after all, for he actually helped his so-called consort out. She looked to see the man glare at johnny and that caused a negative stirring in the woman's heart. She mumbled softly, for only hogun and thor to hear and hopefully not victor "Wipe the glare off ye. Ye were askin' for it. Ya can't just freakin' attack people"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

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Evan smiled at Torian blushing slightly at the attention. He hadn't been called majesty in years.

"Please call me Evan. I wish to be your friend. And you're welcome to sit next to me." said Evan.

He seemed nice enough. He wanted to get to know everyone here.

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John smiled at Torian as he arrived.

"Hello Torian. Nice to meet you." said John.

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Johnny smiled glad to see Torian arrie.

"Hello Torian. Please come join us." said Johnny.

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Jennifer smiled as Obadiah, Moran, and Aldrich Moran joined her.

"The food definitely is delicious. Nice to meet you Moran. I'm Jennifer." said Jennife.r

She smiled at Aldrich and Obadiah.

"Such a big group at lunch. I thought I was running late. I'm surprised the king's not here. Or does he eat privately?" asked Jennifer.

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Victor glared at Gerdy remaining silent choosing to ignore her. He would act and feel like he wanted to feel. No one would tell him otherwise.

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Hogun chuckled as he ate turning to Gerdy.

"I'm pretty hungry myself." said Hogun.

He heard her speak to Victor and he chuckled.

"Ignore him. If the guy wants to get himself more punishment it's his own fault." said Hogun.

Hogun went back to eating.

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Donald grinned listening to Gerdy. This woman certainly had a lot of spirit.

"Yes I'm starved. But like Hogun said just ignore Victor. Anyone friends with that man is just asking for trouble anyway." said Donald.

He kept eating glancing around not seeing Loki. He wondered where his brother was and where some of the others were like Jane. He hoped they both were okay.

[Torian]

(OCC: Whoops. Forgot to add Rene and Jane. Will add loki, trigger and richard later in a couple of posts)

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Torian was admittedly pleased that Evan was so humble as to request Torian to call him by his real name. As a man of loyalty, Torian wouldn't dare refuse such a simple request but it was nice he didn't have to call evan royal names all the time "Very well evan. Of course, I am more than happy to be your friend. I quite enjoy the sound of that" He nodded politely in thanks as he quickly took the seat next to evan "I thank you for your kindness" He then grinned at johnny and john and responded happily "Indeed I shall join you. It is a great honor indeed" He then went to get some food and responded to the three men "The king sends his apoligies. He has a couple of assignments he needed to finish. He will be here soon to accompany us"

He pondered and then responded "The king wished me to tell you this so you would not wonder where he is. In the mean time, would you be kind to tell me more about yourselves? Well what is comfortable that is. I only wish to know simple things about my king's brother, heir and consort"
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"Well good to meet you jennifer. Glad you like the food too" Moran said as she continued to eat. She shrugged at jennifer's questions "Don't know. I was busy talking to the silent guy... Trigger is his name. He said he needed to meditate on something before showing up, which is weird but I didn't bother to push. I just came here quickly cause I'm starving" She continued to eat some more of the food.
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"I can speak that the king was looking over some documents with a bunch of his chitauri and planning things. I doubt he is eating alone. I feel he may come soon. Just not at the moment" Aldrich said, finally giving himself up to talking. He nodded in agreement to the food being delicious when jennifer spoke. "Well since we obviously have introductions, I am Aldrich Killian. A pleasure to see such fine ladies at my company" He continued to eat "The king is wise to have such competent women in his army if I do say so"
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"The king is wise in general in my opinion. He knows how to rule and how to take charge" Obediah responded "Oh pardon. I'm Obediah. How rude of me" He then nodded as the others kept eating of how good the food was. He then listened as Aldrich killian explained the king was busy with affairs with his chitauri and automatically obediah hoped that the king was ready to take over more of the population. Obediah was worried Tony Stark was still alive.
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Gerdy was always one to be spiteful and stubborn but when her masters glared she would stop, yet with victor all she did was glare back. She wasn't afraid of victor, he had no power over her. She used her fear for the proper people. She didn't care what victor had to think. If he was going to be bitter against her, she would do the same. She eased up when Thor and Hogun spoke to her, both saying individually that they too were starving and that victor's behavior was something to ignore. Wanting to not cause a fight, she said nothing to victor and stepped down. She paid her attention instead to the two men "I suppose ye two are cleverer than I is. I should just eat" She indeed then ate. She chuckled as Jane quickly showed up and replied with a hint of amusement "Relax love. There's plenty of food. Da king's got a lot I must say. What did he do to get so much?"
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Jane was busy with chores but didn't want to lose her time to eat, so she finished the rest up as quickly as she could before being sent to go eat. She went over to the other slaves quickly and asked with a hint of worry "Sorry. Leftover chores for me to do. Is there still some left over for me?" When Gerdy said there was plenty, Jane nodded and quickly got what she wanted before timidly going to thor. Ever since the slavery thing was around, she had clinged a bit to thor. As weak as it was, she was aware of her powers which were none and felt so much safer with him around. So his being there was a huge comfort for her, she put her plate down and took thor's hand to squeeze gently
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"Jane, no need to be so fast dear. It is alright" Rene assured as she saw jane hussle to the slave table. Rene, as humble as she was, was a bit more confident when it came to servitude. She didn't hate it like gerdy did but didn't fear it like jane did. She was a woman who simply accepted her fate. She was taught to accept her fate for whatever the reason. This was why she was so easy going. She was also a supporter for the group in a sense so she just went over then turned to see john and johnny and quickly looked over and waved before going to the slave table. She sat near hogun and responded "You think trigger will eventually come and ask you to sit with him? I heard you are now his personal slave now"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

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Evan smiled at him.

"Your welcome Torian. But a word of warning. I've had people betray me and cast me aside when they were done with me. Or out of fear. I want real friends. Not someone who'll leave when they got bored or something better comes along. I've just been hurt before so please don't take offense to this. Or if I act nervous or it takes awhile to get close to me. But I want to try to be friends with you." said Evan.

He could go into more details later. Loki, Richard and Arion only knew some of what happened to him. But he didn't feel like going into too much details in public. He paused as Torian asked more about himself.

"Well there's not much to really tell about me. Before I found out Loki was my brother my life pretty much sucked. I had some happiness but it never lasted. I don't want to think about my life before now." said Evan.

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Johnny paused at Evan and smiled.

"I know how you feel. I've had some hurt and pain in my life as well. People do care about you. I know I do. And Loki does. Don't be afraid to let people in." said Johnny.

Johnny frowned hearing Torian.

"Of course he did. I wish he'd told me he'd be late." said Johnny.

He paused as his whole body ignited on fire. He blushed realizing he'd gotten a bit too angry trying to calm himself down as the flames vanish.

"Sorry. When I get mad sometimes I can't control it." said Johnny.

He paused hearing Evan and stopped what he was doing wrapping Evan into a hug.

"It's ok Evan. You're safe here. No one's going to hurt you. Or they'll have to go through me first." said Johnny.

He paused turning to Torian.

"Well my life's an open book. I'm Johnny Storm. You might know me as the Human Torch. I was a member of the Fantastic Four team. Thankfully Loki showed me they're all alive but I don't know where they are. My sister, my brother-in-law, and my two best friends are safe so that's all that matters to me." said Johnny.

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John nodded as well.

"Yeah. The world can be a cruel place. With very cruel people. I did find a group that cared about me. But I think they're all dead now. But now I have Johnny and Loki." said John.

John heard Johnny was upset and jumped back in shock as Johnny was lit on fire.

"That's so cool." said John.

He paused as Johnny calmed down as he grinned.

"I'm sure he'll be here soon Johnny. Don't worry." said John.

He paused hearing Torian ask about himself.

"Well I'm a mutant. But my story's similar to Evan's. My father was abusive. He treated me like a freak. My mother well she didn't care about me much either. It was only until I got to the Xavier Institute I found friends. Bobby Drake and Rogue. But they're probably dead along with the rest of the mutants there. They were known as the X-men. I didn't want to go on for awhile but I was captured. But Johnny protected me. I'm not sure if it was cause we have similar powers and names. I just feel close to him like I'm safe." said John.

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Jennifer smiled at Moran.

"I'm glad to meet you as well." said Jennifer.

Jennifer nodded. Well the king was busy. He'd show up if he wanted to. Perhaps he already ate. Although it was odd he'd have his brother, consort, and adopted son here.

"I feel sorry for that guy. At least he's a telepath. So that's a way of talking at least." said Jennifer.

Jennifer nodded to Aldrich as he spoke. She paused looking up as Johnny ignited and she looked a bit nervous.

"Whoa. Remind me to not piss him off." said Jennifer.

Jennifer smiled as Aldrich introduced himself.

"Hello Aldrich." said Jennifer.

She heard Aldrich's words and grinned.

"Well you're a flatterer aren't you. Thank you for the compliment." said Jennifer.

Jennifer paused looking up at Obadiah spoke.

"I agree. The King's certainly made some good decisions." said Jennifer.

She paused as he introduced himself.

"Hello Obadiah. I'm pleased to meet you." said Jennifer.

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Victor remained silent ignoring the conversation as he kept eating. He didn't want to be here at all. But he didn't want to be in that cell either. So this was the better choice in the end. He just wasn't eager to go back to that cell so he was going to eat as slow as possible. He paused seeing Johnny's display and frowned realizing Johnny's collar was off. Loki trusted him enough to let him use his powers again. And that little brat John too.

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Hogun frowned at that but chose not to say anything. He wasn't sure if she was joking about that or being serious. Cause he didn't want her to put herself down like that. He didn't really know her that well. He only talked most to Loki before anod now Trigger. He didn't want to say the wrong thing so he kept quiet. Hogun heard Renee's question and coughed almost choking. He grabbed some water to force the food down and relaxed.

"Something went down the wrong way. But I'm fine now." said Hogun.

He paused remembering her question.

"I don't think so. I see him ever day. Besides this is the slaves table. It probably wouldn't look right for me to sit next to him over there anyway." said Hogun.

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Donald turned to Jane and smiled.

"I'm glad you could make it." said Donald.

It was odd that they were on equal footing again. In a strange way it made him remember the first few days together. Before he had died and regain his godhood and his powers. He squeezed her hand back lightly and smiled.

[Gerdy]

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Torian listened intently to every word evan said, the other man quickly nodded after Evan was eventually finished with his warning. Torian was not one to take advantage of people unless he had no choice. He nodded firmly "I understand perfectly, evan. I will promise you that I will not take your kindness for granted. Rest assured I will understand if you do not get close to me immediately or get nervous. I do want to be a friend to you but when you feel ready to completely trust me is entirely up to you. I appreciate that regardless of what happened, you give me the privilege of trying" His words were sincere and torian was determined to sound sincere. He didn't want to mess this up now that he knew. He didn't feel pressure but he definitely felt bad that evan was hurt by previous people. He then nodded softly as Evan explained some detail of his life. That it was simply terrible and he'd prefer not to talk about it "You do not have to tell me. It is perfectly fine. Forgive me, I did not want to bring up bad memories" He saw john and Johnny try to cheer evan up and bring up that they too felt the same way before now and he just listened.

He then saw Johnny's reaction to his news about loki and immediately jumped as Johnny blazed in fury. While John seemed impressed, Torian now knew what would happen if he dared angered Johnny. "It is perfectly alright, sir. I can understand why you're upset by your lack of knowledge" He coughed "If you forgive me, the king to be fair will come shortly and is deeply sorry he couldn't tell you but I am not here to defend him, perhaps he can tell you he is sorry" He shrugged softly and nervously despite johnny's apology, he was rather shocked of such a powerful reaction. He then listened to johnny's story and nodded "Ah yes. That is very interesting. I am glad the king showed you that your family still lives. I am glad your family survived"

Then came John's turn, who told him quite more than the other two did. That he used to be abused but eventually was found to a institute where he found friends but he assumed they were dead before he came here. That johnny saved him where john himself was captured for slavery and was close to johnny. "Well then. Quite a journey you had, young sir. You are quite unique. I am glad you and Johnny are close though" He then shrugged "Compared to you three I am not so special"
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Moran smiled at Jennifer and nodded about Trigger "I feel bad for the guy too but he seems perfectly fine with his condition. I guess he needs too be since he doesn't really have other options. Plus he does that weird thought communication thing. He's actually a sweetheart. He's complimented me a couple times" She smiled slightly, she never been complimented before but trigger's words were nice. She then jumped as Johnny ignited out of his own anger, nodding as Jennifer asked her to remind her not to piss him off. "You gotta admit though, that's hot. Literally" She joked. She then turned to Aldrich and smiled "That's very nice of you Aldrich. Pleasure to meet you" She then continued to eat. "Thanks for the know-how about the king aldrich. And hello Obediah, nice to meet you"
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"Impressive. Very impressive. No wonder he is called the human torch" Aldrich chuckled, impressed more than afraid of johnny's accidental outburst. He then nodded to Jennifer "That depends. Do you enjoy my flattery? Because I can continue if you wish me too. But nevertheless I do believe you are competent as is miss moran" He winked to her and nodded to moran as she said hello as well. He shrugged as the others continued to chat about the king making good decisions, he agreed but just continued eating
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"Pleased to meet you too, miss" Obediah said with a smile. He then turned to see Johnny and was nervous, he chuckled as Jennifer and Moran commented on the matter. "Well with powers like that you should never underestimate him. He may be a consort but he's very important, and with powers he too should be something to fear every once in a while" He then commented "Now I'm not saying he isn't nice because he seems to be according to his response but you can never underestimate anyone's anger regardless of who they are"


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"Relax love... I was kidding" Gerdy lied as she saw Hogun's reaction. What was with all these people? Why did they care so much? They barely knew her. Compassion? Maybe. Pity? Most likely. Concern? Of course as seen with hogun's reaction but they acted so personal? She didn't get it. She saw rene and hogun talk though and just continued to eat. Then she remembered that these people were in the same position she was, maybe it was none of those things and they were just being kind and empathetic, and that caused her to be grateful. She saw Victor glare at poor johnny and john and had a very bad feeling he was up to no good. Sure she hated the place too but she didn't hate johnny or john especially since they were kind to her previously, she had a bad feeling they were now in danger thanks to victor's arrogance and frustration with them. She then decided she had to be secretive and start keeping a eye on victor for the sake of john and johnny. I'm watching you ya git. If ya think you're gonna hurt those nice boys with me 'ere, ya got another thing comin' She thought to herself as she ate, surprised she was serious with her supposed plan
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"Oh my goodness. I am so sorry! Did I startle you?" Rene said as hogun started coughing on his own food. She then heard his response and sighed "Oh that is a relief. I am glad you got it out of the wrong way" She responded. She then listened as Hogun said he doubted her assumption. She ate some of her own food and responded "Well I was just curious, since trigger is your new master, but it makes sense that since you see him everyday you'll just sit here. If you don't mind, is Trigger nice to you? I hope he is"
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"Hey I wouldn't miss lunch for anything" Jane joked, smiling back at thor. She was glad that he was here. Then again ever since she was captured she felt happy because of thor's presence. If it wasn't for him, she probably wouldn't of made it on the first day. She was glad loki was kind enough to spare her life just so she could be with thor. The fact thor was mortal made this seem better, not that she didn't mind him being a good but having him mortal meant they could be a bit more equal than before. She smiled as he squeezed her hand back and just continued to eat. She turned to see victor and immediately got worried. Like the rest of the slaves, she knew who victor was and had negative feelings when he was around. She didn't say anything though, worried victor would take his anger out on her.

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

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Evan grinned as they tried to cheer him up.

"Thank you. You guys are the best. I never had people care about me like this before. I can see why Loki wants you. Hot, charming, and compassionate." said Evan.

He paused blushing realizing he'd said that last part out loud hoping to change the subject. He was shocked as Johnny got mad turning into a torch as Evan winced as his body started to hurt a little as he moved a little a way letting out a whimper. He saw Johnny look concerned and feel awful as Evan shook his head.

"It's not your fault. I just have to remember not to sit too close to you. That's all. Even in my human form fire can still hurt me." said Evan.

His eyes widened as Johnny said maybe he should put the collar back on. Evan shook his head.

"No. Don't do that. You need to protect yourself. Doom nearly killed you. You're the king's consort. Someone may target you to get to Loki. It's better you have your powers." said Evan.

He turned to Torian and grinned.

"Thank you. I do want to be friends with you. It just takes me longer than most people to completely trust them. I've had my heart broken and stomped on too many times that I've lost count. So far there's only a few people I can count on and I want that number to grow. It just will take some time I guess." said Evan.

He smiled at Torian.

"It's ok. I don't like talking about it but I feel like I have to. Just so people dont' think I'm being a snob or something." said Evan.

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Johnny grinned at Evan's words.

"Was there every any doubt?" joked Johnny.

He blushed at Evan's praise of his body.

"Well you can still look. Just don't touch." said Johnny.

He paused as Evan moved way from him and whimpered as Johnny realized he was a frost giant. Johnny was horrified and near tears realizing he hurt Evan. What if he hurt Loki or someone else?

"I'm sorry. Maybe I should put that collar back on. I don't want you or Loki to get hurt because of me." said Johnny.

He heard Evan's protests and sighed.

"But my safety's not more important than yours. Or Loki's." said Johnny.

He sighed seeing Evan was just as stubborn as his brother. He wouldn't be winning this argument that's for sure. He turned to Torian blushing again at the mention of his display of powers.

"I haven't gotten that angry in so long. I wonder what's..."

He gasped as he rushed to the next room and threw up in the sink. Oh great he was coming down with something. He paused as he looked up seeing John brought him some ginger ale and crackers. He smiled gratefully eating them as his stomach felt a little better. he was shooed away as servants began cleaning the sink and he blushed a little embarrassed. At least he hadn't thrown up on the floor. He paused returning to the group.

"I think I'm coming down with something. I kind of threw up. But the ginger ale and crackers John gave me are helping. I thought of food poisoning but I haven't eaten anything no one else has. So someone else would be sick so that's out. I hope it's just something simple like the flu that I'll get over with quickly." said Johnny.

Johnny heard John call him dad and grinned. He liked hearing the sound of that.

"I'm okay my son." said Johnny.

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John chuckled at Johnny's joke. He blushed as Evan and Johnny were casually flirting. He knew Johnny was kidding but he really didn't want to hear about Johnny's sex life. He paused as Evan flinched at Johnny's fire as his heard Johnny apologize as John agreed with Evan it wasn't his fault.

"Evan's right. You just need to control your anger just like you control your powers. Then no one will be in danger from you. Well except maybe Doom." said John.

He chuckled at that. He paused as Johnny tried to protest and wondered why he was so angry and then bolted from the room. Confused John ran after him seeing him throw up as John sympathized. He turned looking for some ginger ale and crackers. He found them bringing them to Johnny as he smiled seeing him eat them. He walked back with Johnny to the others.

"You ok dad?" asked John.

He'd started calling John dad after news he was being adopted by them. He said since he wasn't sure if Loki would get other kids. Johnny was pleased at the news. He called both of them dad but Loki was hard to read. He knew Loki wanted him as his heir but sometimes he wondered if it was just to appease Johnny. He grinned as Johnny called him son. John paused looking up at Torian.

"Of course you're special. And don't let anyone else tell you otherwise." said John.

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Jennifer nodded.

"You're right. At least he has that telepathy thing so he can still talk in a way." said Jennifer.

She grinned.

"Yeah he is. Rumor is he's picked one of the slaves as his consort. Guess he got inspired by the king." said Jennifer.

Jennifer chuckled at Moran's words.

"It sure is." said Jennifer.

She turned to Aldrich with a grin.

"Every gal likes flattery. I wouldn't mind hearing more. What about your Moran?" said Jennifer.

She chuckled. Jennifer nodded at Obadiah's words.

"Well most of us have some kind of power here so it's not like we can't protect ourselves. Sometimes I wonder if he's going to be the king's bride one of these days. I mean he took that collar off giving him his powers back. He's done it to John and Rowan too. He even named John his heir. Quite a step up from a slave I'd say." said Jennifer.

She paused looking up in alarm as Johnny bolted from the room like he was on fire. He returned carrying gingerale and crackers and she sympathized.

"Poor guy. Being sick isn't fun at all." said Jennifer.

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Hogun blushed a little realizing Gerdy had caught him. He used to be so more reserved with his emotions. Now he had a "bad poker face" as Jane had called it once.

"Sorry. I just hate when people put themselves down like that. You're smart, beautiful, and an really great accent. It's kinda of hot. I'm sure any man would be lucky to have someone as wonderful as you. Or woman if that's your thing. I don't judge." said Hogun.

He blushed again as he spoke Just because he was with Trigger now didn't mean he didn't notice other people. He then turned back to Rene still a but flustered at her assumption. But he knew this was going to happen and yet she'd caught him off guard. The decision to accept Trigger's offer and to be his secret boyfriend was one he didn't regret. Even if people thought he was just Trigger's property.

"He's kind of nice. He let me come and eat with you. He's not as bad as some of the others. But I don't want that to get out. Trigger could get in trouble or I could be shoved back here. Not that I don't miss you guys but it's a nice change of pace you know." said Hogun.

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Victor scowled seeing Gerdy glaring at him.

"Stop staring at me little girl. Go talk with your pathetic little friends and leave me alone!" said Victor.

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Donald grinned at Jane. He stopped doing what he was doing giving her a quick kiss on the lips seeing no one was paying attention. He grinned.

"I've wanted to do that for awhile. We just can't do kiss in public much unless no one's paying attention." said Donald.

And it was true. The guards were more focused on the princes Evan and John as well as Loki's consort Johnny. He paused as one of the guards left after Johnny returned as Donald realized he was sick. The guard must have gone to tell Loki.

"Poor Johnny. He must be sick. I hope he'll be okay soon." said Donald.

[Torian]

(OCC: I couldn't resist. Sorry. I wanted Gerdy to surprise both hogun and trigger and make hogun say no but lie about why XDDD)

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Torian observed the discussions between evan and Johnny with a calm, observant gaze. He saw Evan's reaction and at first was concerned but the situation was handled quickly and he didn't know what to say. He didn't know how to say it. But eventually he responded "Evan has a point, Johnny. You should be free to use your powers. Yes Evan is important but so are you. You all are" He looked to John, Evan and Johnny. He may have just become their friend but Torian wanted to let them know that they were important. He didn't want to sound obvious but he was it was his duty and personal need to feel helpful.

"I understand. You do not need to be so quick. Take your time. I am glad you offer me the simplest of kindnesses. And you do not need to offer me such details about the past. You are not a snob at all" Torian bowed with his head softly. He then saw Johnny go to throw up and instantly Torian's alarm in his head went off. It probably was the flu but nobody suffered such anger from a flu. Unless it was something fierce. "Are you sure you are alright your majesty? Do you wish for anything else?" Then suddenly he turned to see Loki, who was confused and concerned. Torian bowed as Loki took his seat and he sat down "Pardon me your highness, but Johnny just suffers a slight illness"

He then turned to John who said he was special and nodded his head "You flatter me, young prince. I humbly thank your compliment"
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Loki was frustrated that it was taking so long. Not far behind him was Richard who wanted to be near Evan. Loki and Richard quickly went inside and while Richard got down to his seat near Torian with ease. Loki went over and saw Johnny both irritated and sick. When he made his presence known, he got a very noticeable glare from Johnny which admittedly shocked him. Loki went over and said softly "Johnny. Are you alright? Is there something wrong?" When Johnny snapped at him, Loki sincerely responded "Torian probably told you the details" He then saw torian bow and he nodded before turning to Johnny again "Yet that does not excuse the fact I am so late. I am very sorry. I apologize"

When greeted by others he responded with a calm response "I thank you. I apologize for my absence. Feel free to continue on. Do not mind me" He sat down and went over to Johnny "Forgive me dear. I am sorry" He wanted to get Johnny to stop glaring at him the way he did. He felt bad from it.

He then turned to Torian and responded "Did I miss something?" When told Johnny wasn't feeling well, Loki responded to johnny "After this we are going straight to the doctor to see what is wrong. Slight illness or not, we need to make sure nothing is wrong" He glared as Richard suggested something but seeing Evan's slightly annoyed response, he responded kindly "No. I just want to make sure" He then turned to see the guard come over and respond that he was looking for the king, unknowing he was on his way to the table and pardoned him, Loki responded with simple thanks and asked the guard to continue his duties
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"Your majesty, pardon me, but don't you think that a doctor's visit is a little too extreme?" Richard offered but when Loki glared before responding kindly, he obviously knew evan stood up for him and Richard silently thanked him. Richard then saw the discussion with johnny and loki go on and just paid attention to Evan "So what happened? Did I miss anything? Well other than what's going on right now?"

He turned to Torian who was sitting next to Evan now and couldn't help but feel jealous. "And who might you be my fine friend? Seeing you're sitting next to my friend I think I should know you" Richard said, his usual facade of charm and patience returning. But it wasn't the typically pleasant, easy-to-make, friendly facade. It was the "I'm going to punch you in the face if you say something wrong" facade, yet it still seemed charming and friendly, but not pleasant.
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"Yeah, he can. It's sometimes creepy, it's sometimes ok" Moran shrugged, she then laughed as Jennifer pointed out that maybe Trigger got inspired by the king "Maybe. Or maybe he just really had a crush on him. Don't know. I don't mind the rumors. I don't think they're mean-spirited, but if they get there I might have to find out about it" She grinned in utter amusement as Jennifer agreed/understood her joke and then saw Johnny get sick and throw up. Moran made a digusted but pitying face "Ugh. I hate stomach viruses. They are such a pain" She then turned to Aldrich and giggled "Not at all! Get back to me being smart and Jennifer here being pretty!" She winked at aldrich. She then turned to see Loki and then continued as he asked them too, and mumbled to jennifer "About time he showed up and looks like he's worrying about Johnny almost as much as john was"
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"Very well. You two are very fine women indeed. Very kind women. I am glad I flattered you. That was my intention" Aldrich smiled, smiling wider as Moran got excited and Jennifer feeling flattered. He then nodded in agreement as Jennifer mentioned about Rowan, John and Johnny being promoted from slaves to high rank "I do not mind. The more high ranking people in this army the more use we have. Whether Johnny is married to the king or not is fine by me. I am not one to butt into personal lives" He shrugged and listened to the others talk. Then he saw Johnny get sick and pondered curiously "That is strange. He gets upset then sick. Perhaps he is suffering some type of virus? Such a shame"
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"True. Very true. I can understand that. I'm just saying don't underestimate anyone here. We're all powerful is all I'm saying" Obediah replied calmly, glad that he was actually having more conversations instead of boredly eating. He continued to chat as he nodded to all aldrich said. He then turned to see Johnny bolt to throw up and shook his head "Poor kid indeed. It's never fun. I had a stomach virus like that, it was just awful. Terrible. Hadn't had a good sleep in 3 days because of that blasted virus. That's the last time I eat sushi" He chuckled and continued to eat
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Trigger was nervous to sit with the others. They were all so different from him. He preferred to be with Hogun but it wasn't allowed. He turned to see him talking to Gerdy, complimenting her, and he instantly felt very jealous. He wouldn't do anything or say anything or even respond to it but he felt a pang of jealousy enter his heart before he could even stop it. He knew Hogun cared for him above gerdy and was his secret boyfriend now so Trigger just took one look and left it there, ignoring the pangs of jealousy. He did see Hogun look over and when he did, Trigger smiled widely and blushed, waving shyly, suddenly forgetting his jealousy and his love for hogun came rushing back. He then went over and politely sat next to Obediah and ate without a word, only waving his hello. He then coughed loudly as he heard Gerdy tease about Hogun offering a relationship, and he blushed a deep crimson red. I apologize. I just came down with something. Please ignore me It wasn't deliberate either. He just was eating when he heard it and it came down the wrong way.

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"I wasn't glarin' at ye, I was looking at the nice golden walls. Jesus. No need to get upset" Gerdy instantly lied. Victor's anger was indeed a sight to behold and she needed to be careful. She would make sure fire note to keep an eye on this guy but for now, she was spotted and she had to protect herself. She responded to victor "Ya know. Just because me friends aren't as powerful as ye, don't mean they're pathetic. That's all I gotta say. Enjoy your lunch, mate"

She instantly turned without even allowing Victor the respect of talking back. She then turned to Hogun who admitted that he didn't like people pushing themselves down, that she had a good accent, was smart and beautiful and that any man or woman would be glad to have her. Instantly Gerdy smirked with amusement, unaware of the relationship he was in, and responded with a teasing respond "Why love, aren't ye cute? Are ya tryin' to offer for me?" When Trigger suddenly coughed, Gerdy gasped worried about the man but the telepathic response calmed her down a bit. She then turned to Hogun for his reaction to her question
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"I understand. I will not talk about it anymore. I am glad he is nicer than the rest. I am glad for you hogun" Rene then listened to gerdy and hogun's conversation as she ate, she then saw Trigger's reaction and was instantly concerned but when trigger told them to ignore him, she nodded and continued to eat
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Jane smiled as Thor/Donald quickly kissed her and she kissed back just as quick. She was glad nobody responded to it, seeing they were focused on the royals instead of them. She smiled softly "It's ok. I like that you kiss me period, no matter how quick. I'm just glad nobody's watching" She then turned to see Johnny bolt to throw up and she felt pity for him also. She nodded in agreement "So do I. I feel bad. I know what it's like to get stomach bugs. They're terrible and so annoying"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

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(ooc: think it's amusing to see richard jealous of torian and evan's friendship. And evan being totally oblivious. xD)

Evan smiled at Torian.

"Thank you. You're sweet. You're one of the nicest people I've met. I think we'll be good friends in time." said Evan.

He paused looking concerned as Johnny left and returned. John said he was sick.

"Maybe you should go lie down for a bit. You don't want it to get worse." said Evan.

He paused looking at Richard in confusion. This wasn't the same man he'd met in the garden a couple days ago. He was acting almost cold to Torian. It was kind of odd. Maybe he was just having a bad day. He paused as Loki came but Johnny's mood seemed to go worse when he showed up. Evan paused as Richard spoke up and he smiled.

"Brother he meant well. Don't be too harsh on him." said Evan.

He was surprised as Johnny got more and more angry and stormed out of the room only to collapse. He rushed over with the others hearing John say he felt like ice. Evan's eyes widened in shock.

"What's going on? His powers are fire based right? He shouldn't be this cold." said Evan.

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Johnny smiled.

"I thank you for your concerns but I'm feeling better now. It must have been something I ate last night." said Johnny.

He paused seeing Loki arrive and glared at him.

"You weren't here. That's what's wrong." snapped Johnny.

When Loki apologized Johnny frowned.

"Oh so just saying you're sorry's supposed to make it ok? It's bad enough I barely get to see you. I thought we could at least have a meal together. It's clear your royal duties come first." said Johnny.

He kept eating some crackers while sipping from his ginger ale while still glaring at Loki. Hearing Loki's words he shook his head.

"It's just some bug or food poisoning. I'm not going to bother the doctors. I thought we were going to be equals now or am I just another servant you order around?" said Johnny.

Furious he stood up storming to the door. His body ignited in fire again at his anger and froze as he clutched his stomach as the flames died down as suddenly as they'd started. He suddenly felt really cold. He tried to flame on but he couldn't. He began to shiver as he collapsed to the ground.

"Something's wrong. So cold." said Johnny.

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John frowned at how Loki was acting.

"Johnny's right. You show up late and then decide to order him around. I thought you'd changed. Guess I was wrong." said John.

He then gasped as Johnny stormed off only to collapse halfway to the door. John bolted to the room grabbing Johnny only to wince pulling back his hands.

"His body's freezing like a block of ice. What's going on? He hasn't got some Asgardian flu or something right?" asked John.

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Jennifer nodded.

"Well perhaps it's for the best. Hogun's not such a bad guy. Better a master like Trigger than one of the more violent ones like that alien guy. I heard he goes by "The Other." That guy still creeps me out." said Jennifer.

She shivered at the thought. She chuckled as the banter between the four of them continued.

"Well you certainly have a way with words. I'm sure you've charmed many women in your lifetime." said Jennifer, chuckling.

She paused as she agreed with Obadiah. No one should be underestimated here. She frowned as the topic shifted to Johnny.

"I guess it can't be food poisoning. Or more of us would be sick. I hope he feels better soon." said Jennifer.

She then looked in surprise as Loki arrived.

"Well looks like Johnny might calm down now." said Jennifer.

To her surprise he got more angry and stormed off only to collapse. Jennifer rushed over with the group hearing him complain about the cold. She ran out quickly returning with some blankets wrapping him up in them.

"It'll be okay Johnny. We just have to keep you warm. Somebody fetch a doctor!" said Jennifer.

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Victor frowned at her.

"I know you were glaring at me. Don't bother denying it." said Victor.

He paused seeing Johnny seemed sicker than he was letting on as he collapsed and began complaining about the cold.

"Your friends are definitely pathetic. And it looks like the golden boy is very sick. I hope he doesn't make it." said Victor.

He was then punched by Thor to his surprise as he fell to the floor with a glare.

"How dare you do that?" asked Victor.

Victor flinched seeing Thor's words and gulped. Even without his powers Thor was very intimidating.

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Hogun looked up not able to stop the grin from his face as he saw Trigger come in. He saw Trigger smile and wave. He grinned seeing Trigger blushed. It was kind of cute. He paused realizing Trigger's reactions to his attention to Gerdy and he let out a chuckle.

"Is he jealous? That's so adorable. And hot. I'll have to make it up to him later." thought Hogun.

Knowing Trigger could probably hear him Hogun began thinking of kissing Trigger's lips and neck. He grinned as he could have sworn he saw Trigger blush again. He turned back to Gerdy. Hogun shook his head.

"Sorry I'm betrothed to another back home." lied Hogun.

It was a cover story he and Trigger had worked on for now. He knew some might suspect he and Trigger were more than friends but he wanted to protect Trigger's privacy. He'd been so good to him that he ddn't want people gossiping about him.

"But there are plenty who would love to be with you. And if not then they are idiots."said Hogun.

Hogun turned hearing Rene and grinned.

"He is my master and I am his servant. He is kind to me though and we are friends. But that's it. But don't repeat this to anyone. I don't want to get him into trouble." said Hogun.

Hogun looked up worried as Johnny stormed away only to collapse. He wanted to help but they were slaves. So they weren't supposed to do anything without their master's permission so he just sat there. He chuckled watching Thor punch Victor and threaten him. He wished he'd thought of that.

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Thor grinned enjoying the kiss. He grinned at her.

"They're all too busy to notice. It's kind of nice for a change. I wish I could kiss you when I wanted though." said Thor.

Thor looked in surprise as Loki and Richard arrived. But then Johnny just seemed to get more angry and stormed off only to collapse. He heard Victor's comments and frowned punching him knocking him to the ground.

"Don't you dare insult my brother's boyfriend? Johnny Storm is thousand times better than the man you are. You're nothing but a worm. You're lucky someone hasn't stepped on you yet." said Thor.