Chapter 157: Lord Loki!
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Upon their arrival, they found Heimdall standing before them, adorned in resplendent golden armor. A winged helm concealed his head, but his piercing golden eyes bore into them with intensity.
Positioned like an unwavering sentinel, his sword was held firmly towards the ground. Heimdall stepped aside, granting them passage, and issued a stern warning.
"Be warned... The Aesir and several Vanir deities are present. The Einherjar and the Valkyries are also prepared to confront dragons. Keep this in mind and make your business swift. I last saw Loki in Valhalla with Thor," Heimdall cautioned, his words laced with a dangerous edge.
Surprised by Heimdall's relatively cordial demeanor, Tiamat couldn't help but chuckle and remarked, "Well, you're surprisingly pleasant."
Heimdall remained stoic, offering no response, and simply ignored their comments as they proceeded forward.
"I've never been here before... This place is truly magnificent," Vali remarked in awe as she and Tiamat crossed the rainbow bridge, their gaze drawn to the grand halls and palaces of Asgard.
Curiosity piqued, Tiamat inquired, "So, where exactly is this Valhalla place? I've heard tales, but I've never seen it."
As the duo reached the end of the bridge and ascended elaborately adorned steps, they found themselves surrounded by countless warriors, armed with an array of weapons, including spears, swords, and sacred gears. Several Valkyries swiftly descended, intercepting their progress.
One Valkyrie spoke with a stern tone, demanding, "Halt! State your purpose here!"
Rolling her eyes, Tiamat retorted defensively, "Geez, Heimdall let us in to speak with Loki. Relax, will you?"
"Hmm... the Dragon King Tiamat, accompanied by a devil? What is your business with Lord Loki?!" the Valkyrie inquired, her gaze filled with suspicion.
"That's none of your concern, bird girl. Back off and let us carry out our mission!" Tiamat hissed, her patience wearing thin.
"Tiamat... please, let's not provoke them. We won't overstay our welcome. Heimdall granted us permission to seek an audience with Loki," Vali interjected, attempting to defuse the tension.
The Valkyrie regarded them with a mix of curiosity and caution, ultimately conceding, to their surprise, "Very well... Loki was present with the other gods in Odin's hall when I last saw him. We shall escort you there."
"Thank you," Vali expressed her gratitude with a polite nod.
Following a long and somewhat awkward walk in silence, Vali and Tiamat finally arrived outside an immense palace-like structure. The Valkyrie cast a stern glare towards them and issued a warning, "Show respect within the Halls of Valhalla... We won't hesitate to eliminate you if you attempt any foolishness."
Unable to resist, Tiamat prodded, "So, I have to ask... Are you being hostile because I'm a dragon, or is there something else bothering you at the moment?"
The Valkyrie scoffed dismissively, "Your dragon heritage means nothing to me. It's your audacity in demanding respect that irks me, lizard girl."
"Lizard girl? How original," Tiamat retorted sarcastically.
"Enough, Tiamat... Let us proceed and get this over with," Vali intervened, preventing an escalating argument.
As the two entered the fabled halls, they immediately noticed a vast congregation of warriors kneeling in assembly, while the gods stood near Odin's throne engaged in deep discussion. Numerous long tables adorned the grand chamber, although the warriors were not currently seated. It was evident to Vali and Tiamat that something of great importance was unfolding.
Eager to approach the gods, the two girls made their way towards the front of the colossal hall. However, they were met with incredulous gazes from the Norse deities, their expressions filled with disbelief at the unexpected visitors.
Seated upon his majestic throne, Odin held his spear firmly, his countenance grave and serious. Engaged in conversation with another deity, Vali and Tiamat initially struggled to recognize him, but the god bore a striking resemblance to the Greek messenger god Hermes.
The entire assembly fell into silence, their attention fixated on the unexpected arrivals. Hermes, his disbelief evident, exclaimed, "That's Tiamat?! And who accompanies her?!"
Alarmed by the situation unfolding before them, Tiamat leaned closer to Vali and whispered, "This doesn't bode well."
Vali took a deep breath and spoke with a composed voice, "I am Vali Lucifer, and this is the Dragon Queen Tiamat. We have come seeking an audience with the God Loki regarding the Red Dragon Emperor. We were informed that Loki possesses knowledge of his identity."
Death glares from several gods were directed towards Vali and Tiamat. Initially appearing annoyed by the interruption, it soon became apparent that the gods held a deeper understanding of the true purpose behind their presence.
In the absence of Loki within the hall, Vali and Tiamat couldn't ignore the sinking realization that they had either fallen into a cunning trap or encountered an unfortunate twist of fate.
"Loki departed just moments ago... right before Hermod's arrival," a female deity explained, revealing herself to be Sif, Thor's wife. Although unfamiliar to Vali and Tiamat, her words held weight in the gathering.
"Seems like you were correct, Hermod... the dragons were also searching for the Miðgarðsormr and the Red Dragon Emperor. Loki must have anticipated this and fled prior to your arrival," Tyr, the one-handed god, acknowledged the Greek messenger god.
"Hermod?" Tiamat glanced at Vali in confusion. "Isn't that the Greek God Hermes?"
"The Norse Gods refer to me as Hermod. I have been granted honorary status within their pantheon," Hermes clarified.
Rising from his throne, Odin fixed his gaze upon the two dragons and inquired, "Tell me, dragons... What is Ophis' intent behind amassing this horde?"
"I knew this was a foolish idea," Tiamat muttered under her breath to Vali.
Remaining composed, Vali responded, "It has nothing to do with warring against the gods, if that is your concern. She seeks to engage in battle with Great Red."
"The Apocalypse Dragon? Ah, I see. Has he claimed the realm of chaos from her then?" Odin contemplated, his understanding deepening.
"Lies... these serpents only speak falsehoods! We should slay them while we have the chance!" Freyr thundered.
"Even if your claims hold truth, such a confrontation would result in the annihilation of the realms of Yggdrasil and all its inhabitants. In the interest of safeguarding the realms of gods and mortals, I cannot permit such a cataclysm to occur. Your actions would herald the Last Ragnarok. It is our sacred duty to stand against the forces of chaos. We cannot allow you to proceed unopposed," Odin declared, his words carrying cryptic wisdom.
Tiamat growled defiantly, "So, you dare challenge us, old man?!"
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