My Sweet Flame

Chapter 4. A Bit of Hospitality

"What is your name, Child?" The King asked.

"Y/N, Your Majesty."

Odin waved his hand at what I said, "There will be no need for that, Young Y/N," He paused for a moment, "Since your blood has Ichor, I think it is only fitting that you stay here on Asgard with us."

"You mean....I....I could live here?" My eyes widened.

"Well, yes, of course," He chuckled, "In the palace, since you have no family, But on one condition, you do as you are told."

"Yes, sir!" I laughed, "Of course! I'd love to live here!"

"Well then, I'm going to place you in the queen's care. And, Should you ever need anything, there are servants standing by, and she will help you with whatever you may possibly need."

He smiled at me as a pair of beautiful golden double doors on the far right wall opened. Heimdall walked in, followed by a beautiful woman in a breathtaking yellow-gold dress. The queen walked over to me, and as she took my hand, she said,

"Hello, Young one. Come with me, I'll get you cleaned up and show you where you'll be staying." Frigga took my hand, and led me out of the hall. When we reached the doors, she turned her head and smiled at Odin before leading me out into the hall. With my other hand, I smiled and waved at Heimdall as we left, which made him laugh as he waved back. The doors closed behind us as Frigga led me through the enormous golden halls.

She held my hand and listened to my story all the way to wherever we were going. She said that I was going to be protected here and that I would be given practically whatever I wanted to make me happy. Then, she fed me, bathed me, and clothed me, as if I was her own child. I liked the flowery pattern of the tea-length sundress I now wore, and I noticed that my skin looked like it was glowing, just like hers. Then, when she finished, she walked me down the hall. I asked her where we were going.

"Your quarters," Frigga told me, "It's just down this hall. Do you see that open doorway, Young Y/N?" She pointed to it, and I followed her finger.

"Yes."

"That is the grand courtyard. It's a large grassy area with a beautiful view of the city, and many picnics and other outdoor endeavors take place there. There's a small beach through the small forest on the North side, and there is a path to the garden. I'm sure you'll like it. Actually, it isn't too far from your room, but please promise me that you'll stay in your room at night?" She smiled at me.

Remembering Odin's words, "Okay!" I told her.

"Good."

I noticed two boys out in the grassy courtyard playing with fake swords. One had blonde hair, the other black. Frigga must've seen that I noticed them because she said,

"Those are my sons, the princes. They're probably the same age as you, and You'll get to meet them tomorrow morning. I think they could use a companion, they grow so tired of one another from time to time."

Frigga laughed as she steered me over to a pair of tall double doors. She let go of my hand and walked up to them.

"Are you ready?" She sounded a bit excited as she turned to me. I figured she didn't have any daughters, and so she might enjoy having me around.

"Yes!!!" I clasped my hands together. I had never been spoiled like this before.

Then, she turned her back to me, and opened the double doors wide, revealing the room within.

She turned to me and, smiling brighter now, held her hands out to me, beckoning me to come inside.