Not-So-Cold Heart

[Loki]

(OCC: This is right after "How could this happen to me?" and it'll stay in loki's room then we can move the thread to the "north america" topic since Loki is planning to take johnny to new york. Johnny/Loki thread)

As Loki went inside his chambers, he quickly tried to find the antidote that he wanted to use for Johnny's speaking issue. Victor Von Doom attacked him, Loki cursed himself for allowing it to happen in the first place, which caused somehow for Johnny to temporarily lose his voice. Despite blaming himself, Johnny surprisingly didn't and Loki couldn't understand how johnny was so kind to him and victor even now. It caused loki to start loving him more than previously. He was actually falling in love, because of Johnny's kindness for others. That wasn't important now. He had to find the potion to fix Johnny's issue, then confess to him about how much he was starting to care for him and release the collar. So he quickly found the liquid potion and he went over to Johnny, and kindly responded "Drink this. This is what will fix the issue quickly. I warn you it will not taste very pleasant but it always does the job well. If you wish for something to drink that will make taking this easier, please let me know"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny smiled as he took the potion. Hearing his request he nodded.

"If it really tastes that bad perhaps something sweet. Like juice or soda."

To his surprise the drink appeared in his hand as he saw Loki smirk. He was still surprised each time Loki used magic. He took the potion and it was bitter as he shivered at the taste. He then drunk from his drink and was surprised to taste one of his favorite drinks grapefruit juice. He looked at Loki in surprise as he grinned. Loki had actually remembered one of his favorite drinks. He didn't even think Loki was paying attention to him. As he set the empty cup down he accidentally knocked his journal off the bed. It had been his private thoughts. He'd asked one of the guards to help him get one and he'd just told Loki it was one of his favorite books. But now it was open for all to see. He tried to get it but Loki got to it first.

Journal Excerpt:

"I still can't believe I accepted his proposal. Not much of an upgrade from slave. At least I was able to save John too. He's like the younger brother I never had. That poor kid's been through enough. Then again so have I. I was dumped years ago by my first real girlfriend. I was serious about her. I proposed to her. And she told me she wasn't that into me. That she found someone else and that I should be happy for her. I never saw her again after that. And since then I've tried dating women and men. But I should have known better. There's a hole in my heart that I've never been able to fill.

Loki will never see me as more than a consort. I know that. I'm just a possession of his. Nothing more. Nothing less. Sometimes I wonder if it would have been better if I had just remained a slave. But I did this to get John out of there and that's why I'm doing this. At least one of us deserves the chance to be happy. And Loki's not so bad. I can't deny there's an attraction but why bother? I just know he's going to get tired of me one day. Replace me with another one. Or a queen. And John and I will be back where we were before as slaves. And despite knowing that day will come it still hurts."

Johnny looked up realizing what pages Loki was reading and bolted for the door. Tears streaming down his face. Loki knew the truth and he didn't want to get him mad. Loki had been kind and devoted to him so so far but that could so easily change. He wasn't sure where he was going. He just had to get away.

(ooc: couldn't resist letting loki find out this way. now he can comfort johnny and tell him he wants him. loki can catch up to him in your next post. xd)

[Loki]

(OCC: Totally fine. Time for Loki to step out to his sweet side. And tell Johnny he loves him. Here we go!)

Johnny didn't have to tell Loki twice, instantly he made a sweet drink(Johnny's favorite grapefruit juice) appear in the human's hand. When Johnny looked at him, all Loki could do was smirk, and his surprise to what the drink was made Loki smile more. Johnny had previously told him certain favorite things during their private times and Loki was during this time genuinely interested in knowing Johnny as a person. His dislikes and likes, his interests and displeasures. More than just from the bedroom anyway. He wanted to care for johnny and make him feel content with his life here at the palace. It was a subtle way to get Johnny to like him or trust him. Suddenly he heard something fall and he was quick to grab it, despite Johnny wanting to take it first. His curiosity got the better of him and he kept the book open and read from it.

The journal had not very nice things to comment on for the lack of a better word. It was the private thoughts of Johnny and he felt immediately bad he was reading it but the words were too interesting to not read. His heart ached in hurt as he read that Johnny had a previous relationship that went terribly and that caused Johnny to feel vulnerable and take it out on by having uncommitted relationships. That Loki probably was going to be like the rest and get tired of him. That one of the main reasons he did it was because of the fact he got a thrill out of it and John would be safe. That if Loki should change his mind that the two would just return as slaves and johnny would be ok with it, but very hurt all the same. Loki closed the book and put it away, not saying a single word. He was hurt, not upset. He didn't realize how vunerable Johnny was when it came to this. What Loki did was more than wrong, it was hurtful. He knew it was wrong from Evan but he didn't know Johnny's whole story. So this came as a regretful punch to the stomach. He had to tell Johnny. He had to make it up to him. He had to let Johnny know that none of this was true.

He looked up and saw Johnny bolt away, crying and upset. Loki's heart ached, now the other was convinced Loki would have his head or something. Punish him or something to take out his own hurt. But that wasn't true. Loki quickly shouted "Johnny! No! Wait!" Loki ran faster than a speeding bullet. He was sure as hell this might cause a bit of a disturbance but Loki didn't care. Johnny was the only thing he cared about right now. "Johnny! Stop! I want to tell you that I'm not upset about anything!" He eventually caught up with the running form of johnny and responded "I wanted to tell you that what I did was wrong! Please stop! I'm sorry!"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny tried to keep running but Loki was faster and had caught up to him. Realizing he was caught Johnny flinched at his approach. He was confused by his words not sure why he was apologizing.

"Whatever you're going to do just get it over with. Punish me. Kill me. Just don't hurt John. Please." said Johnny.

He was tired of running. Not just from Loki. But from the pain and his feelings. Maybe now he could finally be at peace. He dropped to his knees and closed his eyes.

"Make it quick. Put me out of my misery." whispered Johnny.

[Loki]

"Johnny please. I don't want to harm you or kill John. I don't want to harm either of you. I would never do that to you. I can't kill you because...." He then bowed his head, ashamed of how desperate he sounded. This was how it went to any of loki's loved ones. He looked up and saw Johnny drop to his knees and Loki couldn't bear to see this. He wouldn't let johnny be forced into this any more. He wanted to let johnny know how loki really felt. "Johnny. I'm not going to kill you. Your misery will be put to an end but not with death" Loki went to his knees gently and took johnny's face affectionately, staring into Johnny's scared eyes, seeing a huge amount of confusion and fear. Loki couldn't help himself, he gently pressed his lips to johnny's, desperate for words but could only do them with action.

Eventually he pulled back and responded softly "Johnny, I have harmed you far more than I realized. I was filled with foolishness, arrogance and lust that I didn't realize that it would affect you in such a way. For that I apologize and you have every right to despise me" He then sighed "I admit it. What I did to you was wrong and you do not deserve this. Especially since you have been hurt by others previously, that was my fault and I am forever ashamed of my pride" He held johnny's hands, continuing "I know this is very hard to believe but...." He breathed "I have fallen in love with you"

He looked away, awaiting negative feedback but didn't recieve any so he looked and continued "I do not want you to tell me you love me back because I said I have fallen for you. I want you to love me willingly, I want you to have a choice. Because I love you and I feel you should be my equal. Not my slave. That is why I wanted to talk to you in private" He snapped the collar off and with a clang it banged and loki softly smiled "You are free. I want you to be by my side, not below me. The encounter with Victor made me realize you need your power just as much as I do. I have made too many mistakes but I want to make it up" He came closer and kissed johnny's head "Please, if you will willingly give me one more chance of redemption, you will not regret it. However, if you are too hurt, too angry and too vunerable to accept me, you are free to be with john as high-ranking members. The both of you will be my members of court. Not slaves" He sighed, looking down, not really prepared to be so vunerable

(OCC: I couldn't resist Loki kissing him. I apologize for the really bad response. Hope it's alright)

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny was surprised as Loki said he didn't want to hurt him or kill him. His misery wouldn't end in death. Suddenly Loki was kissing him and Johnny kissed back out of reflex before realizing what he was doing as Loki pulled back.

"Harmed me? You gave me an offer to be your consort and to save John from being a slave. I took your offer. You haven't hurt me. At least not yet." said Johnny, confused.

He looked in surprise as Loki said he loved him as Johnny looked on in complete shock.

"You love me?" asked Johnny.

He paused shaking his head.

"You're just saying that because you read my journal. You just feel sorry for me. That's all this is." said Johnny.

He paused as Loki insisted he loved him and even removed the collar allowing Johnny to use his powers again. Johnny was now in total awe. Loki trusted him enough to do this. Maybe he was telling the truth. Loki asked for one more chance. But if Johnny rejected his offer that Johnny and John would be members of the court and not return to being slaves.

"You're giving me a choice? A real choice. I don't know what to say." said Johnny.

He paused as Loki was waiting for his answer. And for once he was speechless. He thought it over. He could walk away and be happy. But advice from Hogun, Renee, and the others came back to him. To give Loki a chance.

"If I gave you a chance this other deal's not off the table right? If we tried and our relationship doesn't work out you're not going to make us slaves again right? If it ends badly and you want to punish me then fine. But don't take it out on John. Let him stay free. Please." said Johnny.

[Loki]

"I did harm you. Not physically. Emotionally. Yes, I helped John by freeing him from slavery but I ignored most of your thoughts and opinions, assuming you would be fine with it eventually. I did not realize that it does not take forceful persuasion for someone to love you. Compassion and understanding is" Loki responded, lowering his head down in a humble fashion "And I am very sorry for my actions" He then shook his head "No, I was planning to tell you this before I read your journal at all. It just so happens that your journal gave me a bit of a confidence boost, as the humans say. I don't pity you. I wish to care for you as my equal"

"You do not have to say anything. I did not do this for you to thank me, I did it because I wish to make you happy" Loki said, a grin coming on his face, seeing how shocked and pleased Johnny was slowly turning out. He then nodded as Johnny started asking his questions, asking that if this relationship did not work out that johnny and john would not be affected "No. You and John will not be affected. If the worst happens and our relationship does not work, you and John will be members of the high-court. Whether you reject this or not, john and you will be put in high-court as part of this army and you will not have to bother with me any longer" He sighed, nervous with how johnny was going to decide "Do what your heart decides, Johnny. I am at your disposal" He offered his hands and a small but noticeable smile

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny shook his head.

"I'm not made of glass Loki. I was hurting before I met you. You're the first person in a long time I felt a real connection to. But I was afraid you didn't feel the same way. But I guess I was wrong about that. I'm glad I was." said Johnny.

He shook his head.

"You didn't force me to do anything. You gave me an offer. And I actually did enjoy spending time with you. And you did listen. You remembered one of my favorite juices grapefruit juice. You came to comfort me. You're willingly to let me go and not punish John or me. That shows how much you care. Not just about me. But John too." said Johnny.

He paused reaching forward and hugged Loki before pulling him into another kiss. He pulled back grinning.

"I want this to work Loki. More than anyone. I only wanted John's safety assured if this ended badly. I got some good advice from some friends after I accepted your offer. They told me to give you a chance. A real chance and you've given me that as well. It's weird is Johnny Storm the ladies man is my mask not the Human Torch. I hid my heart behind flirting and one liners to gain fame and friends. It worked. But Sue saw through that. She was one of the few people I couldn't con. She was there for me after I got dumped. She was always there for me. Have you found any leads on Sue, Reed, Ben, or Alicia? If even one of them's alive I want to find them." said Johnny.

[Loki]

"I do feel the same way Johnny and I will continue to prove it to you" Loki looked down again "I know you are not incredibly fragile but I still feel guilty over my actions. And I wish to make up for it" It would take a hell of a lot of convincing for Loki to stop beating himself up over this. Johnny's words were getting through but they still didn't convince him that he wasn't a horrible person for what he did.

"I do care about the both of you. I know john is your close friend but the boy does mean a lot to me. But you are someone who has made me feel many things that no-one else has. You do mean quite a lot to me Johnny" Loki replied sincerely, admittedly surprised that Johnny was standing up for him when he was beating himself up. It was rather different but he was rather happy because of it. He then was kissed by johnny and the king embraced the feeling and grinned himself when pulled back. He listened and nodded as Johnny spoke. He spoke about making this work first "I too want this to work for us. I understand about john and he will indeed be safe, this I promise. And I thank your friends for being helpful with their advice. I thank you for giving me a real chance"

"I am very pleased that you had your sister to lean on. I understand why you did what you did. It is not easy for me to express emotions either sometimes" He shrugged slightly at that and listened as johnny asked if they had any leads on ben, sue, reed, and or alicia. He responded with a calm tone "We unfortunately still haven't found the leads on your sister, your brother in law or alicia. However we did with ben. He is safe" He then breathed "But he is with the rebellion and believe you to be no more. I am trying to find him but he escapes me thanks to the rebellions' secret area, escaping my men. But rest assured johnny he is safe"

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny shook his head.

"Stop feeling guilty. You wanted a consort. A toy. But then you fell in love and that surprised you. That wasn't part of your plan. But I'm glad it happened. Because I started to fall for you too. As much as I want to run and not get hurt again I want to stay. And I couldn't dream of hurting you. I know what it's like to be dumped and I couldn't do that to you. You didn't do anything wrong. If I have to remind you of that every day I will." said Johnny

He grinned pulling Loki into another passionate kiss. Johnny wrapped his arms around Loki as everything else was forgotten. All Johnny was focusing on was the kiss. He pulled back reluctantly to breathe and grinned.

"I'm glad you do. Although I think you may have to work with John some. The poor kid. Everyone he's cared about has hurt or abandoned him or possibly died. I bet even now he has doubts about the two of us especially you. You were the one who captured and imprisoned both of us originally after all. Try to spend more time with him especially alone. Then you don't have to keep up appearances. You don't have to be "King Loki" just Loki. Let him get to know you and trust you. Although don't spend too much time with him as I want you to spend a lot of time with me as well. When you're not busy of course." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned as Loki did want to make this work.

"That makes two of us then. I just want John's safety and happiness. And I know you can provide that. We just have to careful. Once you name him heir people will start pursuing him to gain power. After all whoever marries him will be a prince or princess as well. I want John to have what we have. No arraigned marriages. He shouldn't be forced to be with someone who doesn't love him and just wants a title." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned also glad his friends had talked him into giving Loki a chance. The topic shifted to his sister and he sighed.

"Sue was always there for me. I just hope she's okay." said Johnny.

He frowned as Loki said no signs of Sue, Reed, or Alicia. But Ben was safe. He was in the rebellion but he was safe. He thinks Johnny was dead.

"Then could you leave a message perhaps. Somewhere you know he could find it. Just to let him know I'm alive. I don't want him to mourn me. I'm still here. I know he probably won't come willingly and if he is hiding somewhere it could take months to find him. This message could at least tell him I'm okay and thinking about him. I'm just glad I know Ben's ok now." said Johnny.

[Loki]

Loki listened as Johnny told him to stop feeling guilty. That he wanted a consort but naturally fell in love, and that was okay and that johnny was glad that happened. That johnny fell in love with him and despite wanting to leave, he stayed because he didn't want to hurt loki the way he was hurt. That he would prove to loki as much as he needed to that loki did nothing wrong, then kissing him passionately. Loki kissed immediately back, gently holding onto johnny as if he would break apart without the other man "How did I deserve such kindness?" He held onto johnny "Thank you, johnny"

"I completely understand. Yes, I think you are right, I should be a bit more acquainted with him. So he knows that I care and that he will trust me more. If I know him one-on-one, perhaps he will feel easier about me. Then he will feel more safe and cared for here" Loki agreed about John. The boy did suffer enough and did deserve closure. Just as much as anyone else did really. Loki then nodded with a rather amused grin as johnny said to make sure to spend time with johnny also when he wasn't busy "For you my dear, I shall never be too busy for you. At least I will make sure of that"

"I completely understand that also. Yes, John deserves happiness and care. I will make sure he does not have any arranged marriages and make sure he marries the one he chooses. He should not be loved simply by his title. But making him prince can assure him he will be well-protected and able to stay here. But you are right, he should marry someone for love, not for someone who's greedy for the throne" Loki responded about the john heir situation. Johnny was right. John deserved love just as much as they did. It wouldn't be fair to force him to marry someone who hated him or was too greedy.

"She probably is still living, johnny. We will keep searching for her" Loki assured, seeing johnny's sad expression and he gently held one side of johnny's face before kissing him a bit. He then nodded as Johnny asked to send a message "Of course. I will find someone to send regards for ben and let him know you still live. Once the rebellion location is found of course. Then again, it might be tricky, he might think I am lying or something but I will make sure to work it out for you" He then sighed, hoping that once he did get a messenger, that ben would believe that johnny was alive and willing to be here.

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny grinned at him as he hugged Loki.

"You deserve that and more." said Johnny.

He smiled as Loki agreed to spend some alone time with John.

"Good. I know it won't be easy for any of us. John and I are a bit broken and jaded for different reasons. I really hope John comes around. The thought of losing you made me keep quiet about my feelings and now I do want to try. But you still mean a lot to me Loki. I really do love you. But I will make you a promise. If we don't work out I will still be your friend. I've lost enough people I care about. I won't lose you too. I'm pretty stubborn when I want to be." said Johnny.

He blushed a little at his declaration but that's how he felt. Loki had become too important to him to ever considering cutting him out of his life completely. He grinned as Loki said he would never be too busy for him.

"I appreciate that but that's a promise you might end up breaking. You're a king. You're going to be busy a lot. As long as you spend time with me each day. that's all I ask. Whether it's five minutes or five hours." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned as the topic shifted back to John.

"Is there anything different about marriage laws here? I don't want someone to try to kidnap John and force him into a marriage. If that's legal here someone might try that. I'm glad you agree with me though. Our relationship maybe didn't start with love but we have it now. And that's what's important." said Johnny.

He grinned at him.

"I hope they are. I miss them all. Especially Sue. I haven't known the others all my life. But I always had Sue and now I don't have any of them. I just miss them." said Johnny.

He nodded getting an idea.

"Is there a way to send a magical video message or something? I mean if they see I'm fine and with you willingly Ben can relax. Even if he doesn't agree with it." said Johnny.

He paused with a smile.

"I'm glad I can talk again. I didn't realize how much I missed talking until I couldn't." said Johnny.

He grinned and looked down realizing he was only wearing a pair of boxers. He'd rushed out of the room before trying to put clothes on. He blushed.

"I guess I should get some clothes on." said Johnny.

He grinned and ran back to the room grateful no one was around and he was sure Loki would follow. He slipped on some jeans and a T-shirt as he looked at Loki.

"There was special suits my sister made where we could use our powers. Reed's would stretch with him. Sue's would turn invisible and mine wouldn't burn up like my clothes would. I think my suit was probably destroyed after I was made a slave. I didn't exactly need it when I couldn't use my powers. But I was wondering if you could help me with a spell so my clothes won't burn. If not then I wouldn't be able to use my powers without destroying my clothes." said Johnny.

[Loki]

Loki couldn't help but smile, flattered that Johnny felt he deserved kindness. The god listened to Johnny's admitting of loving him, that he only was cynical because of fearing of losing the god. That he would not lose Loki even if the romance didn't turn out well. John he could worry about later, he was only touched and relieved about the fact Johnny willingly loved him. "I refuse to lose you as well, dearest johnny. Although I may or may not make mistakes, I promise to make you feel important. You are a important person to me and I will continue constantly to show how much I love you"

"Yes... It is true. I may become busy. But that does not mean you are any less important than my duties. Regardless of my time, I will always try to put aside time for you" Loki promised. He was glad Johnny was understanding in this sense. He was relieved that Johnny, although vunerable, was not a very needy person.

"The laws here are plenty. You do not have to marry just a woman, same sex is allowed" Loki grinned at that "Being betrothed was more or less a tradition but it is not the only type of marriage here. John does not have to be forced to marry anyone he does not want to marry. He has the will of choice, no matter what his title may be. Kidnapping him would rather be considered endangering a alliance, so capture would be practically asking for war" He grinned even more at that.

Basically what he was saying was that John was most likely very safe. Loki wouldn't allow it at all. He was determined, like johnny, to protect the boy now. "Even if he was forced to marry, you and I as his guardians could easily get him out of it. Rest assured johnny, someone might try but they will have to go through me. He will be safe"

Loki frowned in guilt as Johnny admitted to missing his sister and other members of family. He gently embraced the man and kissed him softly "I understand. I know you miss them. My efforts in finding them will not stop until I have found them for sure. Then they will come and live with us" He then listened as Johnny suggested sending a message, one that would prove to ben and the others that he was not a unwilling person here. "There is and it is incredibly easy. It is a similar spell I used to prove to you before of your sister and brother in law's whereabouts. There wouldn't be any deception and it would be the most effective sense of proof" He then looked at his hand then johnny "I can do it with you easily and quickly. At any time you wish"


"Your voice gives me comfort" Loki admitted, smiling in a sincere manner. He then grinned as Johnny realized his lack of attire. Slightly disappointed but not objective, he followed the man to their room and saw him put on jeans and a T-shirt. He then smiled mischievously as Johnny asked if there was a way to prevent burning his clothes when using his powers "I don't know. I quite like the fact your clothes burn" He chuckled but at Johnny's annoyed yet amused stare, Loki eventually nodded. "There is definitely a way. Here" He quickly found a silver bracelet and responded "I meant to give this to you later, like a present. However I suppose it is a present anyway since I am giving it to you anyway. This has a spell that will prevent your clothes from burning or you harming those you trust. Your enemies, on the other hand, are not protected by it" He gave it to Johnny with a grin

(OCC: Hope the bracelet's ok. Best idea I could come up with)

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny smiled at him.

"I'm glad to hear that. I've never been that lucky with love before. I want us to work out and for us to be together. But is it fair to you? You're immortal. One day I'm going to die and you'll have to go on without me. I wish I knew how to fix this." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned as Loki spoke again.

"You had better. Or I might have to interrupt those meetings of yours. Or kidnap you for a few hours or days and hog you to myself." said Johnny.

Johnny was curious about marriage traditions as Loki spoke.

"Good. I'm also glad he's free. If I hadn't asked you to free him someone else could have asked you to be their slave or their husband and you'd have not cared as he was just a slave. You should consider treating your slaves better. It's one thing to have them cook and clean but forcing them into a marriage or to be someone's consort is too far. You gave me a choice but not every slave would be given that choice. I know you don't have to listen to me but at least consider it." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned as Loki said even if he was forced to marry they could reverse it.

"That's good. I want him to be safe. I never thought I'd be having a kid but he already felt like a little brother to me. Now he'd be our son." said Johnny.

Johnny smiled glad Loki hugged and kissed him trying to comfort him as he talked about his missing family.

"Thank you. I know it may be a long shot but I want them found." said Johnny.

He nodded as Loki said he'd send a message to them with a spell.

"Good. I want them to know I'm safe even if they remain in hiding for awhile." said Johnny.

Johnny smiled as Loki said his voice gave him comfort.

"You're probably the first person who said that to me." said Johnny.

Johnny blushed at Loki's tone as he said he liked the way his clothes burned.

"But then everyone would see me without my clothes and well I only want you to see me like that." said Johnny.

He grinned as Loki handed him a bracelet saying it would help him. Johnny took the bracelet placing it on his right wrist.

"It's beautiful. Thank you Loki." said Johnny.

He then pulled Loki into a kiss and slipped tumbling onto the bed with Loki on top of him as Johnny grinned pulling back.

"Not what I planned but I like it. I could get used to this." said Johnny.

At that moment his stomach began to growl as Johnny blushed.

"Maybe we could grab something from the kitchen? I'm not sure when the next meal is but maybe just something simple like a sandwich?" said Johnny.

(ooc: braclet's fine. tempted for loki to practically give johnny a feast. like sanwiches are for peasants. you're getting a feast or something like that. xd)

[Loki]

(OCC: Lol I'm so there. But he won't do it until after Johnny is like "Dude. It's really not that big of a deal" but loki's like "Hungry? I WILL SATISFY" XD)

Loki beamed as Johnny said he wanted them to work out. However the problem was with Johnny's age. Loki softly replied with a sincere smile "Leave that to me. I intend to work on this issue. There is nothing that will keep us apart. Not even mortality. There is ways and I'll find them" He then laughed a little as Johnny said he would kidnap Loki or interrupt meetings if he had to in order for the two to spend time "Actually I would prefer that. Much less work for me" He laughed again

"No. You are right. I realize my lack of concern for the other slaves may cost them dearly. My brother, Evan, and I have made a simple solution to that. He intends to take the ones without masters in. Otherwise, I intend to find ways to help them without causing suspicion" Loki replied calmly to Johnny. His other was right, it wasn't really right to have them all be forced into a lot of things.

"John will be safe. Even if other royals forced John, it would take a single word from you or me and it could be done. Of course John has his own say but just in case the other royal forcing him is stubborn, we can easily stop it as well" Loki assured as Johnny commented more about John. He knew now that he had to make sure John was safe, for Johnny's sake at least. Johnny really did seem to like that kid.

"They will be found. I promise" Loki replied softly. He then listened as Johnny was glad a spell would be made "I understand johnny. You wish to relieve their worries" Loki then listened with a soft smile as Johnny responded to his praise on Johnny's voice. Loki then chuckled and nodded as Johnny pointed out that he only wanted HIM to see Johnny shirtless and not everyone else. He had a point there, it was nice for Loki to have some of Johnny for himself.

Then suddenly he felt pulled after he gave the bracelet and Loki responded quickly, kissing Johnny back passionately. He allowed himself to top Johnny on the bed, Loki grinned as Johnny said he could get used to this "Norns above you look wonderful. I quite like this myself" He then heard Johnny express hunger and he got a little carried away with how to feed johnny. He was so happy that he wanted to spoil Johnny. "Come. You are getting a nice meal. A feast actually. Let's go!" He then pulled Johnny's arm and the two began to walk to the dining room.

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

(ooc: now i just picture loki singing be our guest practically to him. and johnny like this is too much. xd)

Johnny grinned at him.

"I hope so. When I took your offer I didn't think it'd permanent. I didn't think I'd care this much or you would. But now I feel awful. Even if you locked me in a room I still would barely live till I was a least around 100. Maybe older. But being locked up like that wouldn't be much of a life. Then again I wouldn't be surprised if you did try to lock me in the room or tie me to the bed." said Johnny.

He grinned as Loki laughed at his kidnapping idea.

"Then maybe you could help me with something else. If you're serious about this then you should give me royalty lessons. So I can help you. I mean I know you'll probably propose to me sooner or later and royal marriages are usually quick from what I've read about or seen in the movies. And If I'm going to help you run Asgard one day I want to know your customs and rules. And I don't want to anger, embarrass or offend anyone. Especially you." said Johnny.

Johnny nodded sadly as Loki spoke about the slaves.

"I know. That is why you need to think before you exact punishments. Make it a law or something if you have to. That no punishments can be enacted within at least 24 hours or something. That will give you time to punish those who need it and not punish those too quickly or rashly. But no one deserves having an alien master who could read your mind and who knows what else to him. I wish I could free him somehow or weaken his punishments." said Johnny.

Johnny was glad Evan was taking most of the other slaves so at least no one else would suffer Eugene's fate. He relaxed a little as Loki said John would be safe.

"That is a relief. I did not want John forced into an arranged marriage and unable to get it reversed." said John.

John grinned at Loki's chuckles.

"I love your laughter. I wish you'd laugh and smile more. You need more happiness in your life." said Johnny.

He grinned grateful for the bracelet and grinned realizing he'd pulled Loki on top of him.

He grinned as he got up with Loki and began walking to the kitchen.

(ooc: up to you but now i think it'd be cute if Loki picked him up and carried him to the throne room. with johnny trying to protest while secretly liking the attention. xd)

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[Loki]

(OCC: As hilarious as that is, I'm not making Loki sing that. But I will definitely pick Johnny up)

"Well all of this will change. I will make you have a life much happier, Johnny. I swear it. And I will find a way to keep you immortal. So that our lives won't drift or be torn apart" Loki promised. He then listened as Johnny requested to be taught how to be a royal so he could act properly. So he wouldn't be offensive or disrespectful. To help him rule Asgard. To be a good ruler and to truly be a royal. Loki held Johnny's hands and responded "I would be more than happy to teach you etiquette of royalty. Perhaps you can come to some of my royal meetings to learn of politics there as well as private lessons for you?"

"I can definitely change my rules for the sake of the slaves. To prevent extremely disturbing treatment. I will also go to the other to lessen on his punishments. I cannot release but I can make life easier for them. That is why Evan has most of the slaves now" Loki replied softly. Johnny was right. He had to not act so rashly anymore. Especially as a king. A king was not so deterred by emotion, at least not a good king. He wanted to rule but also be remembered as a good king.

"John would never be forced to be in such a affair. It is always his choice. And ours also just in case he is in danger and gets forced" Loki held Johnny calmly "He will be safe, Johnny. Fear not, I will not let the boy get harmed" Loki then widened his eyes before smiling in flattery as Johnny said that he loved his laughter and happiness. That he should do it more often "I do have more happiness in my life. You"

Loki after he said that, forced with all his might to carry the fantastic four member. He held the man close as they kept going to the kitchen.

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny grinned.

"I look forward to you trying." said Johnny.

He smirked.

"Spending an eternity with you. Sure you won't get annoyed with me?" asked Johnny, teasing him.

Johnny nodded.

"Thank you. I don't want to screw up before we even start you know. Maybe private lessons first. I don't want to embarrass either of us by saying the wrong thing at a meeting." said Johnny.

He grinned.

"Good. I wish you could outlaw slavery and free them all. I mean most of them aren't even super heroes or a threat to your rule in any way. They would have died if left on Earth. Maybe joined the rebellion but a few humans wouldn't help that much. Maybe if every super hero on the planet was in the rebellion they'd well might have a chance. But they don't. Cause you got me on your side." said Johnny.

He relaxed hearing John wouldn't bef orced in it.

"That's good. So we can undo something if someone tries to force him into a marriage. I'm glad to hear that." said Johnny.

Johnny chuckled as Loki said he had more happiness. Then suddenly Loki picked him up and he was in Loki's arms as he gasped in surprise.

"Loki! Put me down!" said Johnny.

He tried to move but Loki's grip was surprisingly strong and Johnny sighed seeing Loki wasn't going to let him go.

"You're spoil me too much." said Johnny.

[Loki]

Loki smiled as Johnny seemed to believe he wanted to try and chuckled as he teased about spending eternity with him. He replied with a soft smile "No, if anything I will want even more time with you" He chuckled again. He then gave johnny a assuring look as he was told of Johnny's worries about not being of proper manners "Of course. I will be more than happy to give you private lessons. Yet I am sure you will not be embarrassing for me"

Loki couldn't help but listen to Johnny's words with guilt. He couldn't go back on his word but he sometimes wished he did. He then focused the attention on john and nodded "John will be safe johnny, I promise. He cannot be forced to anything without serious legal consequences" He then shook his head as he was commanded to put johnny down. He kissed Johnny softly "No I don't spoil you enough" He then got closer to the kitchen and eventually put him down on a comfortable chair. He then kissed johnny again "Stay there. I will come back" He held Johnnys hand before going over to the chef to demand for all of johnny's favorite foods

[Johnny Storm/Loga/Human Torch]

Johnny grinned.

"I'm glad to hear that." said Johnny.

Johnny nodded.

"Thank you. I lost count how many times I embarrassed Sue and the others thanks to the press. Although I guess you guys probably don't have newspapers. But gossip would still spread." said Johnny.

Johnny nodded again.

"Good. If anyone even tries they'll have to answer to me." said Johnny.

Johnny grinned.

"You're going to spoil me rotten aren't you." said Johnny, teasing him.

He smiled returning Loki's kiss and missed the warmth of his hand when he left to start getting food for him. He hoped he returned soon.

Loki