Frost & Fire

Chapter 16 (Abigail)

I couldn't help but bust out laughing. We had all come a long way and I was glad that my dad wasn't completely pissed off about the pregnancy. He had more questions than we had answers for and it made me really nervous. I was definitely staying here because even though it was awkward as hell, I only trusted everyone here to take care of me during the pregnancy and I was sure the same was for Pepper. Plus, living in a smart home would be beneficial no matter if I started to get colder easier or warmer.

"So, while staying here what's going to happen on Jotinheim?" My dad asked.

"That's the crappy part. Daddy will have to stay there primarily because of the rebels and we're sure I won't be safe there since I won't be able to use my unit so he'll come visit." I said as calmly as I could, though truth be told I was petrified.

"It'll be okay. Have you told anyone else?"

"Technically just Bruce because he drew the blood, but I wanted to tell you before anyone else."

"I'm sure Pep will be happy, but can you please keep her away from the cookie dough?" He said with a bit of annoyance.

"Your fault, Dad. And I'll do my best but if you start bombarding me with pregnancy books, your suits will not save you."

He laughed and hugged me before the three of us headed upstairs. Everyone else seemed just as happy about the news, but I definitely made it clear to Thor that he was not to tell anyone on Asgard. That was for Loki to do since I wouldn't be able to travel for the next few months to be on the safe side.

I thought about the dreams I had when we first battled the black rings and remembered the young I had dreamed about. His skin was a light blue, but his eyes stayed Loki's green. I had hoped that was a good sign, but also that we wouldn't have to stay apart for so long. When we had first talked about kids, we never thought we'd actually be ruling on Jotenheim so the idea of being separated was non existent, but now it was a reality. Sure, I'd have everyone here, but for the most part I was going to have to go through this pregnancy alone, and probably all of my others if we chose to have more.

As the months passed, Loki came back every time there was a new scan or more bloodwork we had to do. Pepper and I started butting heads a bit because of the hormones and either of us supposedly eating the last of something that the other wanted.

"Abby?" I recognized the female's voice as Frigga.

"Hey, sorry I haven't been around." I stood up to meet her. I was only about eighteen weeks, but I was starting to show a little, especially when I didn't bother with maternity clothes yet.

"How are you doing? Thor told me to come check on you-"

"Please tell me that Loki tol you first. Or else I swear to all the gods, I will beat him senseless with Miljnor."

"Loki told us first, don't worry. Thor was just a little worried is all." She said calmly before sitting down and I followed her lead. "He said you've been having some weird cravings?"

"Just a ton of salads and mashed potatoes. I want sushi but apparently that's bad for us. Same as the cookie dough that my father just magically forgets about. Oh, and let's not forget the fact that my husband cannot be here like he should!" Everything just came right on out even though I didn't mean to rant.

Frigga smiled a little. "Abigail, it's going to be okay. I know it must be hard with Loki being away so much." She was using her calming mom voice and for some reason it just pissed me off. "How often does he come back?"

"Not enough. Every couple of weeks. I even keep the air as low as he likes it and it's still not enough."

I could tell she didn't know what to say because she, nor anyone else in the house, knew what it was like. The one person I wanted to tell me everything was going to be okay and that I didn't look as fat and ugly as I felt just wasn't here. I couldn't blame him, though, and even if there was a part of me that did, it wouldn't have been fair. I knew he was needed elsewhere and it was best, but I really wished I could have been with him.