Into the Unknown

Stroll Through the Sky

The next day, I am in the kitchen getting out the ingredients to make dinner. I can't stop smiling. I think I've been smiling all day. After the kiss last night we had talked for a bit before Loki left so I could sleep, though I wished he had stayed. But I'm happy nonetheless.

I hear the elevator ding and look to see Thor and Loki step out.

"Hey guys." I say to them.

I'm not sure how to act around Loki right now when there are other people around us. I don't know if he wants everyone to know that we're together now. Though Tony already thought we were a couple before so I guess it wouldn't really matter if they knew we were "official".

"My Lady," Thor greets me, "I have a question. The vision that Wanda showed me. I don't know what it means but I know that the Infinity Stones are the start of it."

I'm glad that I am facing away from them as my eyes widen. I close them tight and breathe deep before turning to face them.

"You're going to want to go to Xandar. The Power Stone will be there." I look at him and then frown. "You need to hurry though." I glance at Loki. "He's on the move now."

Loki's eyes widen for a moment. Thor glances between us in confusion.

"Who's he?" He asks.

A subtle nod from Loki.

"Thanos." I look back at Thor. "I'll...I'll tell you all about him when you get back but you need to go now. If Thanos gets his hands on the Power Stone or any of the Stones, then we've lost."

Thor frowns and scratches his chin.

"Is this Thanos person that bad?"

I nod. "He's the "final boss" so to speak. I'm still trying to come up with an idea on how to beat him but it all starts with getting the Stones."

Loki looks down. I can tell he is uncomfortable about this. Thor steps closer to me and puts a hand on my shoulder.

"If anyone can come up with an idea, it's you."

That does make me feel better. There's only a couple more years to prepare for him so I really need to sit down and think of something. Thor smiles and looks at his brother and throws an arm around his shoulder.

"What do you say, Loki? Want to go on an adventure?" Thor asks.

Loki frowns and steps away from Thor to stand at my side.

"Sorry Brother, but I have better plans." He puts an arm around my waist.

Thor looks between us for a second before a huge grin spreads over his face.

"YES!" He cheers. "It's about time!"

I blush and laugh. Well, everyone will know now. Thor lets out a chuckle.

"Alright I'll leave you two alone then. I'll return with the Power Stone."

"Be careful, Thor." I tell him as he turns to leave.

As soon as the elevator closes Loki turns to me.

"Does he win?" He asks.

I nod. "I can't lose you or anyone. I want to beat him first."

"He is dangerous, Pet." Loki says.

"I know. That's why I want to get the Power Stone first. If we get that then we just might have a chance."

Loki gives me a small smile. "You'll think of something. You always do."

He kisses my forehead and then kisses my lips. I wrap my arms around his neck and thread my hands through his hair.