Wanted (Loki x reader)

7. Staring

Y/N POV

OK, starting to regret drinking so much last night. I was laying in bed contemplating whether or not I should get up and be productive when JARVIS came onto the intercom. "Miss Y/n, Mr Rogers wanted to ask if you would accompany him for training this morning." Perfect, something to get my mind off of the events that happened last night.

"Sure JARVIS, tell him I'll be there in 15 minutes." Now that I had a distraction, I jumped out of bed and began getting ready for a tiring workout with Captain America. I quickly brushed my teeth, threw on a sports bra and tights and tied my hair up in a ponytail. Hyped up and sprinting out the door, I soon made my way to the training room where Steve was already waiting.

"Did you enjoy the party, Y/n?" he asked politely. God, don't get me started. "Ugh, let's not talk about that monstrosity of a night," I whined in return. Quite amused by my behaviour, Steve couldn't help but let out a chuckle. "Alright Y/l/n, let's practise then.

After a gruelling workout that left my entire body covered in sweat, I finally made it back to my room where I could have a nice, relaxing shower. As soon as the hot water touched my skin, I was in pure bliss. I ran my hands through my hair, savouring the moment where I could finally have some peace. It didn't last long, however. 

A chilling scream ran through the tower, originating in the living room. My instincts took over, thinking that someone could be in mortal danger and I quickly wrapped a towel around my soaked body before sprinting to the source of the blood-curdling scream. But when I arrived, I had never expected the scene that played before me.

There was Thor, sitting on the floor crying with what looked to be a half-eaten pop tart in his hand. Peter was across the room, dangling on the ceiling with a worrisome look on his face as if he thought someone would kill him, all while Loki was watching from the kitchen, clearly amused. Looking between the two hooligans, I immediately realised what had happened a few minutes prior.

"Peter, did you eat one of Thor's pop tarts?" I asked, already knowing the answer. "It's not fair! He has so many and I only wanted one!" the young boy whined. "Peter, sweetie we talked about this. You know Thor doesn't let anyone touch his pop tarts. And you! You big baby!" I yelled, gesturing to the god crying on the ground. "Just because Peter took one pop tart, doesn't mean it's the end of the world OK?" The not so mighty god sniffled, "Yes, ma'am." 

I then turned to Loki, who seemed to be staring at me intensely, but when my eyes met his, he looked away, almost flustered. Hungry from training and dealing with the children that call themselves 'Earth's mightiest heroes', I made my way into the kitchen and searched the fridge for something to eat.

"Is my lady hungry from dealing with the spiderling and the oaf?" Loki asked, startling me and making me jump back into his chest. I immediately stepped aside, flustered from the contact my bareback had with his clothed chest. "Yes I'm hungry but I don't wanna cook so..." I looked at Loki mischievously. "How bout you make something for me?" " And why would I do that, darling?" God his voice was hot. "Because deep down inside, you know you love me?" I questioned with a small tight-lipped smile.

"Hm, fine but only because I would rather do this than watch the buffoon over there," he said, pointing to his brother. "What would you like, pet?" "A burger, please," I said, leaning back on the counter, still wearing nothing but a towel. Loki quickly tied his hair up and washed his hands before started on preparing my lunch. "Damn, he looks sexy in a man bun," I thought to myself.

Wait no why am I thinking about that. I mean it is true but still, he's nothing more than a friend who flirts with you and gives you cute nicknames. That's it, nothing more. But maybe I want it to be more. It doesn't matter, it's not like he'd like me back or anything. While I was watching him cook, I noticed that he would subtly look back at me for a few seconds and train his eyes all over me before turning back and resuming his task.

I swear I could see a slight blush forming on his face and was quite flattered that I was the one who put him in this flustered state. I wasn't creeped out by the thought of Loki checking me out, I don't even blame him. After all, I didn't have any time to put some clothes on after I heard the scream so the towel was the only thing protecting me from flashing everyone.

A few more minutes had past and my burger was finally done, and it looked utterly delicious. I hugged Loki and whispered in his ear, "Don't think I didn't catch you staring at me," before kissing him on the cheek and walking back to my room, burger in hand.

LOKI POV

My god, she was beautiful. Watching her yell at my idiot of a brother made me feel something I've never felt before. Just standing there with nothing but a towel around her, her wet h/c hair running down her back, small droplets of water on her gorgeous skin. She was perfect in every way, shape and form. 

I couldn't stop staring at the goddess before me and it seems I didn't hide it well. She knew I was watching. She knew and yet she didn't act repulsed, she actually looked happy, proud even. Like she wanted me to take in every inch of her beauty and memorise it in my mind.

I was still standing in the kitchen, glued to my spot, thinking about what I should do. It seemed she enjoyed seeing my flustered state and even perhaps returned my feelings. After 5 minutes of going back and forth in my mind, wondering if I should 'shoot my shot', I came to a conclusion.

The situation wasn't going to get any better if I didn't do anything. I rushed out of the room, determined and the last thing I heard was Thor's encouraging words. "GO GET HER, BROTHER!!"

I ran as fast as I could to her room but when I went to knock on the door, I stopped. "Am I really going to do this?" I thought. "What if she doesn't return my feelings?" Suddenly, the door swung open, pulling me out of my thoughts. There stood the most beautiful woman I've ever seen and at that moment, I did the only thing that felt right.

I kissed her.