Prequel Chapter 98

"I'll live." He answered.
Tony smiled and nodded. “You’d better. We still haven’t gotten to the good parts; can’t go breaking you.”
Loki chuckled. "No, we can't."
“Right.” Tony kissed Loki’s cheek then sat back with a little smile.
"Sir, I have arranged a fitting for you and Mr. Laufeyson for the gala. I have also arranged for your usual charity donation and for Happy to drive you there and back."
“Thanks Jarv. When’s the fitting?”
“Anytime today Sir, preferably. You will need enough time to get the suits made.”
“All right.”
"I need to gain weight before I go to that thing.” Loki replied. He didn't like ill-fitting clothes.
“We’ll fatten you up as much as we can before next Friday.” Tony smiled.
Loki rolled his eyes. "Is it really next Friday?"
“I think so. You could try some protein supplement. It might help you get back some muscle.”
"I'll work out to get that back. I did it for years and I'll do it again."
“Oh, sexy.” Tony wiggled his brow at Loki then kissed his cheek again.
"Glad you think so." Loki smiled.
“Of course I think so. Have you seen your ass?”
"I can’t see what's behind me."
“That’s fine. I can stare at it for you.” Tony grinned.
“That’s good to know."
Tony grinned at Loki and stood to get something from the kitchen.
Later that day, Jarvis took measurements of them both, though he averaged out Loki’s weight.
“I am altering your measurements slightly Mr. Laufeyson, so the suit will have room when you gain weight back.”
"Thank you Jarvis." Loki replied.
"You're welcome, Sir."
“Here are some color choices. I ran them boy miss Potts.”
Tony looked through. “Oh, dark blue.” He grinned.
"Jarvis please make sure mine is black." Loki added.
“Very well Mr. Laufeyson.” Jarvis made all the arrangements and sent them off so the suits could be made.
“The suits will arrive within the next three days Sir.”
“All right.”
“Also, Director Fury has left you a message.”
“Email?”
“Yes Sir.”
“Pull it up.”
Loki patted him on the shoulder. "I'll be in the room." He said.
Tony nodded at Loki then read the email. At least it wasn’t a red-alert, though it did seem important.
“Something wrong Sir?”
“I don’t know but it might be later.”
"Jarvis?" Loki called to the ceiling.
"Yes?"
"I would like you to order me a dress of green and gold for the gala in two weeks. Don't tell Stark about it." He said.
“Of course Mr. Laufeyson. May I ask why?”
Tony re-read the message a few times. “Jarv, call Fury for me.”
“I am afraid he is not available at the moment Sir.”
“Damn it.”
"Because I'll have my powers back and I want to get Stark back for landing me in my privates."
“Very well.” Jarvis sounded almost amused and placed the order for the dress.
“Leave him a message for me. Tell him to call me back as soon as he gets a chance.”
“Of course Sir.”
Loki smiled. With the dress ordered he would be able to get back at Stark.
The suits arrived a few days later and Tony tried his on. He grinned at the way it fit.
“Doesn’t look that bad huh?”
“It is quite fitting Sir.”
“Hey Loki, how does yours fit?”
"It fits fine, but I won't be going to the gala. I'm sorry." Loki replied.
Tony stared at Loki shocked. “What? So I’m going by myself?” Tony groaned and started taking the suit off.
“Sir, do not pout. It is unfitting of you.”
Tony frowned at the ceiling. “Sorry Mom.”
"Yes, you are. I'm hardly going to risk my safety." Loki replied. "I am still hated by others." Loki added.
Tony scoffed but he knew Loki was right. Everybody still griped about Loki going with them on missions. And the Avengers wouldn’t be the only ones at the gala; there would be many partners of his business and old friends there. They’d all lose it if they saw Loki.
“Fine, fine. But you owe me.”
"What prey tell would I owe you for not going?" Loki asked curious.
“Another make out session. Pepper’s going to chew me out for you not going since she can’t get mad at you.”
"She can get mad at me but I'm sure once you explain to her my reasons for not going she will understand."
“Yeah.” Tony sighed. “I wish you could come.” Tony gave a half-hearted smile.
"I know." Loki replied. "We’ll have that day." Loki answered.
Tony nodded. “Guess you’re right. Tell you what, I’ll bring you back a snack from the party.” Tony smiled and kissed Loki’s cheek.
It was finally Friday and time for the gala. Tony finished fixing his tie and reached for his cologne.
“You sure you don’t want to go? Last chance to change your mind.” Tony looked at Loki as he spoke.
Loki nodded. "I'm positive. Have fun." Loki replied.
Tony sighed. “Fine. I’ll see you later.” He stole a quick kiss then headed to the garage.
“Jarvis.”
“Locking down the tower now Sir, though it is really not necessary. Mr. Laufeyson is no longer a security risk.”
“I know, but I don’t want any surprises. Just do this for me.” He got into the car and headed off.
"Of course, sir."
Once he was gone Jarvis told Loki.
Loki smiled when Jarvis told him Tony was gone. Getting up Loki went to get dressed. The dress he had was a green and gold corset. This skirt was floor length and trailed behind him by just the slightest. The change to his body by using his magic was one that could be only imagined. His black hair came down in waves and reached the center of his back. He suddenly had hips and a rather large chest Loki still had his mischievous green eyes.
Once dressed Loki looked at himself in the mirror and headed out the door to the car.
Jarvis had control of the vehicle, much like he did whenever Tony didn’t feel like driving.
“Do you have your invitation Mr. Laufeyson?”
Tony arrived at the gala and greeted a few people as he walked in, looking for Pepper. He smiled at the redhead.
“Nice dress.”
“Thanks.”
“Did you remember to wear deodorant this time?”
Pepper scoffed and smacked Tony’s arm lightly. “You’re not funny.”
Tony just chuckled and shrugged. He’d found it plenty funny.
“So Loki didn’t change his mind?”
“No, but he had a good point. I don’t like it but he’s right; public appearances are something we should go slowly with.”
"I do, Jarvis." Even his voice had taken on a feminine tone.
When the car arrived at the front door Loki smiled before stepping out. It seemed a woman coming to a party alone was a strange thing for Midgardians.
The valet couldn’t help but stare at Loki in awe. He took the keys for the car, watching as the disguised god walked in.
All eyes turned to the god, though no one seemed to know who it was. Murmurs and hushed whispered passed between everyone at the sight of Loki.
Tony eventually noticed all the quietness and looked up. His eyes widened at the sight. The newest guest was stunning. He didn’t think he’d ever seen anyone so regal, except maybe Loki.
Loki couldn't help but chuckle a bit as she headed to the bar.
Pepper even stopped to stare at the disguised god. "She looks like she could be related to Loki." Pepper said.
Ordering a drink Loki tried to think of a name for himself.
“I know.” Tony stared at the splendid woman then quickly downed his drink. “She’s…stunning.”
Pepper nodded slowly and sipped her drink. “I’m surprised you’re not over there right now.”
Tony chuckled dryly. “I’m taken, remember?” Even as he said that though, he couldn’t help but feel drawn to the woman at the bar. A little chat wouldn’t hurt, right?
"Remaining faithful?" She asked. "Good luck." Pepper said, walking off.
Tony watched Pepper go and frowned slightly. He looked back over at the other woman then took a deep breath and walked over.
“I don’t think we’ve met.” He gave a little smile. Those eyes. They were such a beautiful jade green. If it weren’t for the fact that Loki was a man, he’d have sworn it was him.
"We haven't, I would certainly remember meeting Tony Stark." She said.
A chill went through Tony as the sound of his name leaving the woman’s lips. He felt his smile grow a bit and he chuckled.
“Okay, you know who I am. Who are you?”
"My name is Vadoma, Vadoma Cooper."
“Vadoma. Nice name. So, are you one of the benefactors?”  Tony was fascinated with Vadoma, but he still couldn’t quite put his finger on why.
"Positive." She smiled. Looking at the dance floor as the music started to play. "Do you dance Mr. Stark?"
“If you want me to.” Tony smiled back, feeling his heart skip a beat. Everything about this woman seemed so familiar but he knew he’d never met her before. He took her hand and they walked onto the dance floor.
Loki was having far too much fun.
Across the room Clint was pouting. "Of course he goes after the prettiest woman in the whole place."
“I don’t really think you’d have much of a chance there Clint. She is beautiful though.” Natasha sipped her drink as she watched Tony and the woman dance. She seemed familiar almost.
Tony danced slowly with Vadoma, one hand laced with hers and another on her waist.
“What perfume are you wearing?” Tony asked then took another whiff. “It smells nice.”
"Something a friend gave me for my birthday.” She replied.
"Men from the forties would have fought to have her." Steve explained.
“Yeah well some women now a days would join in.” Natasha added, a little smile curling her lips.
“It’s nice on you.” Tony gave a little smile and twirled Vadoma before pulling her close again. “Can I be honest about something?”
"Of course Mr. Stark." She replied.
“I’m dating somebody right now but you look amazing. I mean just…wow.” Tony looked the woman over.
Loki frowned. "Am I prettier than them?" He asked. "Could I not sway you?"
Tony felt his throat go dry. “Sorry but this person is…” He smiled slowly. “They’re pretty amazing. It took me a long time to get this far in our relationship.”