The Clayborn: MCU

Chapter 7

With Rhagnar asleep for now, Loki had a moment to collect his thoughts and continue strategizing. The tension within the family remained, and the dynamics of their relationships were far from straightforward. Loki's hidden motives and his determination to secure his own position in Asgard's hierarchy added a layer of complexity to an already intricate family drama.

While Rhagnar rested Loki had commanded that the warriors of Asgard prepare for war. He was going to invade Jotunheim. His wasn't going exactly as he planned but he needed to move quickly

Loki's decision to command the warriors of Asgard to prepare for war and invade Jotunheim was a bold and strategic move, driven by his desire to seize power and control over Asgard. While his original plan might not have unfolded as smoothly as he'd hoped, he recognized the need to act swiftly to further his ambitions.

As the wheels of war began to turn, the fate of Asgard hung in the balance, and the family dynamics within the royal family continued to evolve, shaped by the intricate interplay of loyalty, ambition, and responsibility. The future of Asgard and the young God of Youth, Rhagnar, remained uncertain in this ever-shifting landscape.

"Loki, why have you ordered an invasion for Jotunheim?" Frigga asks seeing her son on the Throne.

Loki, concealing the true nature of his actions and the deals he had struck, quickly thought of a lie to explain the invasion of Jotunheim to his mother, Frigga.

Loki: "Mother, I've ordered this invasion to ensure the safety of Asgard. I've received reports of increasing tensions with the Frost Giants, and I believed it was necessary to take preemptive action to protect our realm. Rest assured, I will do everything in my power to secure a peaceful resolution and prevent any harm from coming to our people."

His explanation was carefully crafted to deflect suspicion while maintaining an appearance of concern for Asgard's well-being. The complexity of his web of deceit continued to deepen as he maneuvered to fulfill his own ambitions.

"Where is Rhagnar than, I'd like to see him." Frigga says.

Frigga's desire to see Rhagnar reflected her concern for her grandson, who had been notably absent from the ongoing discussions and events. Her maternal instincts and her role as a caring grandmother made her want to ensure that Rhagnar was safe and well.

Loki, needing to maintain his facade and unable to reveal his true plans, responded carefully.

Loki: "Rhagnar is resting in his room, Mother. He's had a trying day, and I thought it best for him to get some rest. I'll have someone inform him of your desire to see him."

His response aimed to divert Frigga's attention away from the deeper machinations at play, at least for the time being, as he continued to execute his plan while keeping the royal family's dynamics in balance.

Loki watched his mother walk away and turned to a guard that stood by. He instructed to stand guard for Rhagnar and keep him from leaving his bedroom.

Loki's decision to instruct a guard to stand watch over Rhagnar and prevent him from leaving his bedroom was another calculated move in his elaborate scheme. With Rhagnar's resistance to the arranged marriage and the potential for him to disrupt Loki's plans, maintaining control over the young god's movements became crucial.

As the guard followed Loki's orders, the complexity of the situation continued to escalate. The family dynamics within the royal household of Asgard were becoming increasingly entangled in a web of secrecy, ambition, and deception.

Loki then slammed his staff on the floor awakening the Destroyer. Loki's manipulation of the Destroyer and his decision to send it to Earth with the intent to kill Thor were significant steps in his scheme to solidify his own power within Asgard. The Destroyer, a formidable and unstoppable force, presented a grave threat to Thor.