Storms of the Heart

Chapter Two

"Steve, wait! Let Thor explain. Loki has to be here for a reason", I quickly spit out, as I run to stand in front of Steve. I hadn't seen Loki, at this point, just the anger in Steve's eyes and Thor's concerned face, with the expression of all the weight on his shoulders.

"Let us listen, Steve." As I place my hand on his chest, with a sense of warmth and trust as I continue to leave my hand on his chest. I then back up to turn around to Thor and I see Loki, who was standing a short distance behind Thor. Natasha quickly joins and stands by Steve's side.

His raven long locks rested against his light ivory glowing face. I could sense hatred and chaos in his emerald eyes. It made my stomach turn. He was wearing his leather coat that flowed with beautiful green and gold fabric. He could not speak or move, because he had a metal mouth piece and chains around his neck, that tied to his hands.

I locked eyes with him, to hopefully give him an encouraging smile, but before I could move my lips, I froze by the hate that radiated from his eyes.

I looked down, immediately embarrassed and ashamed that I acted so stupidly.

"My brother is not in the right mind, my friends. We have had a very long journey, since the battle a few months ago. After some negotiation with Tony and my father, my father has ordered me to have him placed on Midgard, until he learns to love and cherish this beautiful planet, as I do. We are gods and must protect all realms. My brother is lost and I will do what is ordered from my father, Odin, the Allfather. " Thor rubs the back of his head nervously, and then places his hand on Loki's shoulder, as he continues, "My heart is also in this mission to save my brother, and I will continue to believe in him, until my dying day. Please don't forget that the Loki you all met, was being controlled by another source. The Loki you met, is not the Loki I know to be in his heart." Thor calmly states as he tries not to get emotional. I watch as Steve looks at Thor, with understanding and kindness, and studies Loki.

There is a silence among us all, as we begin the weight of the task ahead. After a few more moments of silence, Steve sighs and expresses a nervous smile.

"This will take work, but we as a family, and we do not leave any man behind. Even if that man, just tried to kill our planet two months ago." Steve preaches, as he corrects his posture and his demeanor. "I apologize for my behavior, I should have not responded this way." Steve sighs, as he looks disappointed in his self.

Natasha and I turn to Steve and give him a hug. "It's ok. You have always been protective. It isn't a bad thing." We both say smiling up to him. Steve looks at me, with a relieved smile.

"Does Tony know?" asks Natasha. "Not to the full extent yet, but I will inform the team of the order from my father and I know Tony preferred Loki on Midgard, anyways. Tony wants to know where Loki is, at all times, for the safety of Midgard." Thor states, as he turns to grab his brother by the arm.

"So, meet you at Stark Avenger Tower?" I smile at Thor, while trying not to make the mistake and look at Loki.

"Yes, my sweet friend. I will see you there. Would you like to fly with us, on our ship?" Thor quickly says, looking at you, while nervously running his free hand on through his hair.

I look over to Natasha and Steve, who look at me with a sense of concern. If I plan to help Loki, I can't leave him before we even get started. "That sounds wonderful, Thor! I would love to. I will see you at home, Steve and Natasha!" I smile at them both and begin walking to Thor and Loki.

"Be careful!" Steve sternly states, with concern on his face. "I will", I turn and give him a reassuring smile. He smiles back, "Ok, see you all soon!" Natasha states and Steve then begin to walk to our own aircraft to begin the journey home.