Redemption and Love (Loki Fanfiction)

Wedding in Midgard

-Jarvis, how's the construction of the Malibu Compound going? Tony asked the AI

-As schedule Sir, it should be ready at the end of the month, just in time for the wedding-

-All the security specifications met?-

-Certainly Sir-Jarvis responded

Both Loki and Tony had worked on the security design of the new compound, no intruder magical or otherwise would be able to trespass their security measures.

It had been designed both as a second Avenger's Headquarters and the new family dwelling. It extended ten floors under the cliff, all the facilities they would need contemplated: training rooms, medical ward, scientific and research laboratories, even a pool.

They had settled in two small ceremonies one for Diane's family and a few shield agents that would take place in the new installations and a second one in Asgard for Loki's parents as Odin and Frigga travelling to Midgard would draw unwanted looks. Only the Avengers team would be present in both ceremonies.

-Steve, can I talk to you?-Diane asked as she knocked in his room

-Of course, come in Diane. —he replied a bit curious — What do you want to talk about?-

-I wanted to ask you something — she said not knowing how to start — I don't know if Loki ever told you but my parents died in an accident shortly after Samantha was born, I don't have any brothers nor a close male relative and I feel great respect for you — she was fidgeting her hair nervously- I have always admired you and I would be honor if you ... could give me away at the weddings?

-I don't know what to say Diane- he hadn't expected that- I would be honor- he replied with a smile

Diane sighed relieved as she smiled him back —Thank you Steve, I'm really grateful you agreed-

-Don't mention it, I'll be happy to help you. —Then added -I believe Loki had given you a list of Asgardian traditions that should be followed-

-Yes, most of them refer to the preparation and cleansing rituals that should take place before the weeding, but I also need to procure a sword bearing my family crest-

-Seriously? - He inquired —That's interesting.-

-Yes, I'm feeling like a fairy-tale princess although I'm not too keen on the sound of cold water plunge after a steam bath during the cleansing rituals.-

-I guess you're not- he laughed

-I think you'll have to negotiate the exchange of dowry with Odin, but no worry Tony said he has that part covered-

-Are you happy Diane? - He suddenly asked

-Very, you think it's weird that I felt in love with him after all the destruction he brought to New York?-

-I think you can't rule your heart, and I'm glad you found each other, not all of us are that lucky- he confessed

-Maybe you just have to look closer- she replied

-What do you mean?-Steve asked intrigued

-I think a certain spy has an eye for you, why don't you ask her to go to the wedding as your date?-Diane shamelessly replied

-You mean Natasha? I don't thinks she looks at me that way- he swiftly answered

-You'll never know if you don't try- she told him — You deserve some happiness also-

-Thank you. I'm not sure I'll follow your advice but I'll keep it in mind. You know you really make a nice couple-

-I know- she said —Do you want to help me with Loki's list?-