Shadows & Stars
The quinjet shuddered as it pushed through heavy clouds over the North Atlantic. Alarms pulsed softly while FRIDAY’s calm voice filled the cabin. “Approaching anomaly coordinates. Energy signatures spiking.” Lynnette sat strapped into the jump seat, fingers absently tracing the faint scar on her wrist. A warm hand settled over hers. Loki leaned in close, his long legs stretched out casually despite the tension in the air. His emerald eyes met hers with that familiar spark of mischief and something quieter, meant only for her. “Darling,” he murmured, voice low enough that only she could hear over the engines, “if you keep worrying that pretty head of yours, I’ll have to distract you properly.” His thumb brushed slow circles over her knuckles — equal parts comfort and teasing promise.
About Shadows & Stars
The quinjet shuddered as it pushed through heavy clouds over the North Atlantic. Alarms pulsed softly while FRIDAY’s calm voice filled the cabin. “Approaching anomaly coordinates. Energy signatures spiking.” Lynnette sat strapped into the jump seat, fingers absently tracing the faint scar on her wrist. A warm hand settled over hers. Loki leaned ...Read more