Wife of Mischief (part 1 of the WoM series)

Chapter 16

The library in Stark tower was huge, and filled to the brim with all of my favorites and classics. When I finally found my way there, thanks to Jarvis' guidance, I had grinned and instantly began running through the maze of shelves. It took a while to find all the books I wanted to read while I waited for morning to come, but when I finally found enough to keep me entertained I found a comfy arm chair to curl up in and popped my headphones into my ears to listen to some music while I read. I sat there all night and read until my brain couldn't process anything anymore out of exhaustion. At about 9 am, I looked out of a nearby window and saw that the sun was already high in the sky. I rubbed my eyes and yawned, amazed that I had managed to stay up for so long! I couldn't wait for this 24 hours to be over, I was exhausted! My stomach grumbled loudly and I looked down at it in annoyance.

"Alright, alright, let's go get some food," I said as I put my books in their places. Just as I shelved the last one, I heard a voice say, Which one was your favorite? I jumped, not expecting anyone to be in here with me, although I quickly realized it was likely just Jarvis. "Sorry Jarvis, what?"

"I didn't say anything Miss."

"Well then who did....?"

I did my dear.

I jumped again as I heard the voice again. It sounded so familiar, but my sleep deprived brain couldn't fully recognize the voice. "Is someone else in here with me?" I asked, although the voice sounded like it was in my head.

Not technically, no.

"My god I'm hearing voices now."

I slumped into a nearby chair and massaged my head; could a lack of sleep for 24 hours really have such an effect on me? I asked Jarvis if that were possible, but he said it shouldn't be.

"Then I'm insane!" I laughed disdainfully.

No (y/n), it's me! Loki! Have you already forgotten my voice?

I froze.

Have you really forgotten the extent of my abilities?

"I er, I kinda hit my head. Really hard. If you don't remember, and I haven't slept for 24 hours."

Ah, I see.

"Yeah."

An awkward silence passed between me and the voice in my head, and I still wasn't entirely convinced that it was Loki speaking to me. Then all the events from yesterday came crashing into my head, and I was overcome with worry. "Loki where are you? Are you okay? Where's Thor? Is he okay?! You didn't kill him too did you?! Why were those guards' eyes glowing blue like yours, and why did they match that damn scepter of yours? What the hell is going on?!"

(Y/n) calm down. I'm fine, as for my whereabouts, you will see me again soon I assure you. However it won't be under good circumstances. And in regards to Thor, I think you know exactly what I did to him.

"Why?" I asked, a lump forming in my throat, "why did you kill him? Why did you kill Coulson?! Why are you doing this?!"

I HAVE TO! he shouted in my head, I didn't want to, really, I just....I'm no longer who I used to be. Occasionally I am, during the times I'm with you mostly, but the rest of the time I am someone else. Someone dangerous. That is the man you will see today, and likely for the rest of our lives if everything plays out according to my plan. I just wanted to say that whatever happens, whether it be to you or me or whomever, I am deeply sorry.

"Loki if the price of your plan is as high as it sounds to be, please just forget it! You can come and stay undercover with me! I can help you!"

Silence. He wasn't there anymore. Panic settled into my gut and suddenly I wasn't hungry anymore. It was 10:00 now. Pepper should be up, so I'd tell her about my conversation with Loki, then I would call Tony and warn him. He'd likely know what to do!

"Jarvis, is Ms. Potts up right now?"

"Yes she is."

"Where is she?"

"She's in the kitchen. Would you like me to tell you where it is?"

"Yes that would be extremely helpful."

I took off out of the library and sprinted down the halls as Jarvis quickly gave me directions on where to go. Sure enough, Pepper was sat in the large kitchen with her breakfast sat in front of her and a book in her hand. I burst into the kitchen and she jumped, "Oh! Good morning! Oh my god are you okay?!" she asked, noticing the panic and exhaustion on my face.

"It's Loki!" was all I managed to get out through my heavy panting

Her eyes widened and she helped me get to a chair before I collapsed. "What happened?! Where is he?!" she asked frantically.

"I'm not entirely sure, and I know this is going to sound crazy and you're likely not going to want to trust me after I say this, but you have to!" Pepper scanned my face with confusion.

"Okay, slow down and breathe. Have you even eaten yet?" I shook my head no and she leapt up from her seat and grabbed a granola bar for me. I took it gratefully and began eating it.

"Okay, now, what is going on?"

"You aren't going to want to trust me once I say this, but if you and Tony want to defeat Loki, you have to. Loki and I are close friends." Her eyes widened and her mouth fell open as she stared at me with disbelief written on her face.

"You need to listen to me! Don't say anything, just hear me out. Loki contacted me this morning and told me was going to make a move very soon, like today soon. I'm not sure what he's going to do, but it didn't sound good at all! He said that he has become a very dangerous man, and that he was deeply sorry for anything that happens. I don't know what he's planning, but we need to warn the others!"

Pepper stared at me in shock and after a few seconds she agreed and said she'd call Tony immediately. I thanked her and told her I'd try to contact Director Fury. Pepper ran off to call her boyfriend and warn him about Loki and I pulled out my phone to call Director Fury. After a few rings, he picked up and his aggravated filled my ears. "(L/n), you better have something important to tell me because I am NOT willing to waist my time right now!"

"Of course Director!"

"Well then spit it out! I don't have all day. We're still trying to get this damn helicarrier working properly again."

"Loki's about to make his next move, sir!"

"He's what?"

"Loki, he's about to strike again! I'm not sure where exactly, but I think he's coming here, to New York."

"Shit," I heard him mutter, "Keep me updated!" he shouted before hanging up the phone. "Miss (l/n), Mr. Stark has requested that you to go to your room until he comes back," Jarvis said over the intercom.

"What? Why?"

"Safety reasons," he said, "It's only until he comes back Miss, which shouldn't be very long."

I reluctantly gave in and jogged down to my room. Maybe I'd be able to catch up on some sleep while I waited for Tony to come back, however based on the events currently happening, it was doubtful that I'd be able to calm down enough to even take a quick nap. When I got there, I closed the door behind me and took deep breaths to calm down my racing heart. What the hell was Loki planning? Why was he even doing this if he knew nothing good was going to come out of this for him? My mind was reeling as I fell onto my bed with a huge sigh. What the hell had I gotten myself into? A loud whirring sound came from outside and I knew Tony was back, however before I got up from my bed to go greet him and fill him in in my conversation with Loki, the door made a loud click sound.

"No, no, no, no, no!" I scrambled off my bed and desperately tried to open the door, but it wouldn't budge. I was locked in.