forum Sweet Hearts and Ice Cream

Started January 16, 2021 by @Fenrir

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Athena usually hung out at the library, running through the isles of books as she tried to escape her friends. On occasion, when the waiting got particularly long, she’d find a quiet corner and pull a few books down from shelves and read through them repeatedly. In reality the waits weren’t all that long, usually 10 or 15 minutes but that was long enough to make her bored. Often times she would also finish her homework there as well, though to be fair, most of it was quite easy. She packed her stuff into the backpack once the announcements went off that her papa was in the office expecting her. She waved to her friends and slipped down the hall with happy little smile

Loki was usually picked up first since their school was closer. Once their father picked them up it was time to go get Athena, which was usually Loki's favorite part of the day. Seeing their dad and their little sister made them feel so much happiness because they knew that they were in the right family. Sorrel asked the usual questions of, "How was your day?" or "Do anything interesting?" as they drove along. Loki glanced over at Athena when they saw her running towards the office. They smile and move forward to greet her as Sorrel talked quietly with her teacher. "There's my goddess!" Loki calls happily, swooping their sister up into their arms and kissing her all over her face. "Hello my little owl." Sorrel chuckles and presses a kiss to Athena's forehead. "You two ready to head home?" It was no secret that Sorrel absolutely adored his kids, not to mention spoiled them rotten. Loki places Athena on their back so she could have a piggy back ride to the car. "Ready to go, dad." They did their signature grin, which looked like a mix of a smirk and a teasing smile.

Athena laughed as she was scooped up into Loki’s arm, hugging them around the neck. She reached over his shoulder and hugged Sorrel as well. “Guess what? We’re gonna do a science fair at school next week and imma make the volcano! And then they’re gonna a book fair! And in math we’re learning to add big numbers! Like 20 and 43!” She rambled off a few more activities of the day, all increasingly exciting to her. She hooked herself on to Loki’s back as they walked to the car. She rested her head on Loki’s shoulder and asked about his day, glad to see her sibling in such high spirits

Loki smiled at their little sister, listening to her excitedly go over her classes. Sorrel chuckles and nods. "Well then, it sounds like it's going to be a busy week." He ruffles her hair gently and kisses her forehead then Loki's. "Daaaaaaaaaad." The teen whined softly, flushing with embarrassment. Sorrel smirked before helping Athena into the car. "Let's go home. Is there anything that you guys want to pick up before we head home?" He asks as Loki settles into the front passenger seat. Loki shook his head. "No… Unless we can get boba tea?" He asks curiously. Sorrel hummed, "I don't see why not." He chuckles quietly. "Is there anything you'd like, Athena?" He asks, making sure she was buckled in before walking to the drivers seat and settling in before starting the car up and turning the radio down.

The girl laughed at Loki’s small outburst, never having really understood why reacted that way towards shows of affection but she assumed it had to do with growing up and teenage stuff than a true disliking to their dads love. Athena though for a moment And smiled knowingly. “Maybe an ice cream cone?” She drawled our, giving her dad the classic puppy eyes. She knew it didn’t always work but it was worth a shot. “I promise I’ll eat all of dinner!” She added, hoping the extra incentive would grant her the sweet. “We can get papa something too.”

Sorrel chuckles and kisses her forehead and shakes his head, "As much as I know you'd love ice cream, your daddy, I'm sure, is working so hard right now to make some wonderful dinner." He chuckles and hums. "How about for dessert we go and have an ice cream date, would that please you, my goddess?" He teases gently before pulling out of the school parking lot. "That way, we can all get ice cream." He chuckles quietly as they drive, his eyes scanning the road. It was only about a 10 minute drive back home, so he was very excited to get to his husband and kiss him senseless before sitting down together as a family. He sighed happily and listened to the radio, Loki humming along quietly.

Athena pouted softly, though she couldn’t really be mad, seeing that they were all going to get dessert after dinner. “Alright, I guess that’s okay.” She nodded along to the music, occasionally singing out the lyrics she knew, or at least mumbling what she thought she could understand. Glancing out the window, she smiled softly at The the quaint little town they lived in. It wasn’t anything special, other than being a college town but it was simple. A few novelty shops here, some fun restaurants there and then mostly just random places that they liked to hang out at.

Sorrel chuckles at her agreement, dancing along with the radio while they drove home. He let out a quiet sigh of happiness. This was the life that he adored. It had grown into a routine, but it was a routine he loved. He glanced over at Loki, who was quietly singing along. Sorrel smiled before they made it home. He felt a weight life his chest the moment he saw the quaint little home that they had. Loki practically jumped out of the car, shouldering their bag. They help Athena out and give her a piggy back ride to the house. Sorrel grabs Athena's bags, as well as his own before walking into the house. Loki had already nudged the door open and called out that they were home. Sorrel sets his bags down, as well as Athena's before taking his shoes and jacket off. He hung them up quietly before walking into the kitchen to greet his beloved husband.

Jas glanced up from his work in the kitchen, having been watching over what he had prepared to make sure it didn’t burn. A wide smile spread across his features when he heard the kids come in. He turned and hugged them both in his tight embrace and pressed a kiss to each of their heads. “There are my mischief makers.” He teased, ruffling Loki’s hair affectionately and scooping Athena up, spinning her around before setting her down. “Go start homework you two, this’ll be done in,” He sighed softly, waving his hand at the multiple pots on the stove, “in an hour or so? Honestly I’m not sure.” He chuckled lightly and gently nudged the two towards the living room. He smiled softly and turned towards his husband, gently wrapping his around his neck, pinning him to the wall and pressing a sweet kiss to his lips. “Hello my sweet.” He murmured against his lips, nudging his head affectionately and trailing light kisses against his jawline. “How was you’re day?”

Loki smiled a little at their dad, hugging him tightly in reply. They snicker a little bit and hugs their dad again before taking Athena's hand. "Let's go get your homework done okay?" They ask cheerfully, guiding Athena to the mini office the family had. "We can't wait, papa! It'll be amazing!" They call over their shoulder and hum as they grab Athena's backpack. Sorrel smiled softly, wrapping his arms contentedly around his husband's waist, happily kissing him back and shutting his eyes. "Hello my love." He murmured, tilting his head a little so that Jas could kiss him more. "It was good. Busy. But good." He whispers tilting his husbands chin and pressing a soft kiss to his neck before cupping Jas's cheek. "How was your day? And would you like help with dinner?" He smiled softly, peppering his sweet husband's face with sweet kisses.

“That’s great, I’m glad the shop is doing so well. Next time you see Charlie and the others say hi for me.” He smiled softly, leaning into Sorrel’s hand pressing a kiss to his wrist. He ran his hand along his cheek and jaw tracing ever dip and curve of his husband’s beautiful features. “Classes were great, mostly reports instead of actual lessons. Not my favorite but they must be done. Most kids did great. A breathy laugh escaped his lips at the many kisses he received. Jas tried his best to return each one. “Sure, mind starting the rice? I’ve been trying to work the crock pot for the last few hours to make pot roast. It finally worked after a few tries, now all that she left is a bit of rice.” He explained, gently pulling away from Sorrel to attend to the food

He hummed and nods, "Of course, love." He chuckles as he presses more kisses along his face. He melted at the sight of his husband leaning into his hand and kissing his wrist. He leaned into Jas's touch, his eyes shutting in content for a moment as he listened to his beloved talk about his day. He hummed and smiled a little, pressing a few butterfly kisses along his skin. He nods at his husbands words, "Of course I can help with the rice, darling." He coos sweetly. He gently grabbed Jas's hand and kissed his lips gently before walking into the kitchen and washing his hands and pulling his hair back. He got to work, humming happily as he worked beside his husband. This was the life that he had always wanted. He gazed lovingly at the ring that rested on his finger before getting back to work. Rice was pretty easy to make, so he wasn't to worried.

“Thank you sweetheart.” He replied, kissing back with a hum and gently squeezing his hand before letting him go to work. He peeked into the living room to make sure the kids were alright. He smiled softly and went back into He kitchen, checking on the pot roast as bustling around, either cleaning dishes or putting the dry ones away. He moved around Sorrel as they both worked around the kitchen, occasionally touching him to gently nudge him or to just have some contact with him. “How were the customers today?” He asked, glancing over at him as he waited for the pot roast to be done. “I’m assuming the girl came today?” He mused with a small chuckle, having seen the young girl a few times when he had stopped by the shop earlier than normal to Sorrel. “How’s she’s doing?”

He hummed as he helped with the kitchen, his eyes soft as he worked. He set up the table, occasionally pressing a kiss to his husbands cheek. He glanced up and smiled at the mention of work. "It was good. Lots of customers. It's really blow up since it started. He hummed and walks beside him, the rice now ready to go. He wraps his arms around his husbands waist, nuzzling into his shoulder. "She did… she came by again. I'm worried though. She seemed… worried. Possibly scared. And there was a bruise on her shoulder." He sighed deeply and pressed a small kiss to his husbands neck. He shuts his eyes for a moment, just basking in the comfort of having his husband in his arms. "I love you so much." He whispers.

“I’m glad it’s doing so well.” He said proudly, resting his hands over Sorrels and tracing where his wedding ring was. He leaned into his husband’s hold, relaxing just for a moment. He frowned slightly and arched his eyebrows. “A bruise? Has anyone tried talking to her?” He asked softly, voice strained slightly with concern. It broke his heart, the fact that children were suffering, without the love of a parent. It’s partly why he had wanted to adopt so badly. And the fact that he had always had a love for kids, having grown up with younger brothers and then going into a teaching job straight out of college. When he finally came out as gay in his junior year he knew even before then there were still options for him to have the family he had always wanted. When he had first met Sorrel, he had put adopting off for a few years, wanting to make it a priority to form a stable and loving relationship with him instead of just jumping into having kids right off the bat. After a few years of blissful marriage with his beloved, he had popped the second most important question in his life. And after the process that was adopting they had their first child, Loki, then soon after Athena. If he could, he would have adopted all the children if only to make sure they had a warm and loving home. But he knew that wasn’t really possible. His eyes fluttered shut when Sorrel presses his lips to his skin, breaking him from his thoughts. He smiled softly and turned in Sorrels hold, wrapping his arms around him. He pressed their heads together and smiled softly, though his worry for the girl was still there. “I love you too my dearest Sorrel.” He whispered, pressing a kiss to his brow, then to the bridge of his nose, then finally to his lips, drawing it out tenderly and slow.

He nods at his husbands words, holding his waist gently. He was worried for the young girl. He often tried to talk to her about what was going on, but she simply smiled and shook her head. He nods sadly. "I tried talking to her today. She did what she always does… shake her head, and smile. She tells me not to worry about it." He sighed deeply. He knew that this was one of the reasons why he had agreed so quickly to adopt when Sorrel asked. Their relationship had been stable, they had been in a loving and blissful marriage. He was the happiest he had ever been in his life. After adopting Loki and Athena, his life felt complete, he had everything he needed. A loving husband, two wonderful kids who adored each other, and a job that was stable. He smiled at his husband, his eyes loving and warm. Yes… this life was perfect. He felt himself melt into his husbands kisses, his eyes shutting as he kept his arms firmly around Jas' waist. He chuckles before kissing back, his lips slow and loving… Those two words fit perfectly regarding the two of them. Slow and loving. They weren't in a rush. They had each other… they had their kids… Peace settled into Sorrel's chest at that thought.

Jas eventually broke away though he didn’t stray far from his husbands embrace. He gently brushed aside hair from Sorrels brow and returned the beautiful smile. He shook his head in utter disbelief and pressed a kiss to his brow, gently pulling him as close as possible and resting his head against sorrel’s shoulder. “I wonder if she goes to Loki’s high school. Maybe they know her or something. It’d probably be easier to talk to someone her age then to us.” He said softly, trying to think of anyway they’d be able to at least get the girl to open up more. He really didn’t want to jump to conclusions. Maybe it was accident or a sports injury. But Jas couldn’t get The thought of the possibility of abusive parents out of his head, only increasing his worry for her. He took a deep breath and straightened, knowing it would do neither of them Any good to build up more anxiety. “We should probably finish the dinner huh?” He chuckled lightly and gently squeezed Sorrels hand before going back to attending the pot roast, now pulling out a dish to serve the roast on as well as a few carving tools to help cut.

Sorrel was grateful that his husband didn't move to far from his grasps. At the moment he needed to have his husband close as he worked through his thoughts. He nods slowly. "It could be a possibility, but she comes and sees me before school is out. Maybe she has a free period?" He murmured thoughtfully, his eyes shutting for a moment. He wanted to help her, but there wasn't much he could do if she wasn't willing to open up to anyone. He glanced at the food and nods slowly, kissing his forehead sweetly. "Yeah. Finishing up dinner would be a good idea." He finished setting up the table before glancing at Loki and Athena. "Okay you two! Hurry up and go wash your hands, dinner is almost ready!" He calls cheerfully, his eyes soft as he glances over his husband and his children. This life was perfect to him. They had a beautiful home, two loving children, and a husband he absolutely adored. He walks to his husbands side once again, pressing a kiss to his lips before placing the food that was ready on the table.

“That is a possibility.” Jas replied softly, cupping Sorrel’s cheek as he returned the gentle kiss. He followed him to the table with the jug of orange juice as well as the bottle of wine. He ruffled Athenas hair and pressed a kiss to Loki’s head. He sat beside Sorrel and Athena started serving the wonderful smelling rice, starting off with Athena. “So how were your days?” He asked, nodding to Loki and athena, his smile growing as he saw Athena a bounce in her seat, clearly happy about something.
“Papa and Loki know but we’re gonna I about science fair soon! And imma make a volcano!” She dug into her food with large happy smile and wiggled about, humming in appreciation for the food. Jas laughed softly when she saw her eyeing the orange juice and poured her a cup. “What about you Loki, hows your firstborn year of high school going?”

Loki smiled a little at the kiss to their forehead, still semi drying off their hands as they settled in their usual seat at the table. They smiled at their parents, glad that they had been adopted into this family. Being the drama god they were, they simply shrugged and rolled their eyes. "It's ridiculous how childish the freshmen are. And that's coming from a freshman." They scoff slightly. "I can't go one lunch break without a group of loud stupid boys screaming in the halls." They served themselves some rice. "Some of the girls are nice, but it's an absolute nightmare. The teachers are decent." They shrugged helplessly. "I got an A on my recent test though." They said proudly. Sorrel chuckles, ruffling Loki's hair. "Good job, Loki. We're proud of you." He chuckles and pours himself some wine, sipping it quietly. "I remember high school. Messy, but of course I met your father there and we've been in love ever since. I used to put little love notes in his locker."

Jas laughed softly at Loki’s complaint about high school, finding it extremely amusing that literally nothing has changed since Sorrel and he had gone to school. “Wait until you get to college, dear. Parties and endless sleepless nights galore.” He teased , slicing some of the meat for each to take as they pleased. “I’m glad at least the teachers are nice, as for the students, they’ll grow on ya, don’t worry.” He smiled proudly at his child, glad that they were doing well so far in their classes.
He glanced over at Sorrel when he started reminiscing about high school, a light blush and a smile gracing his features as he remembered their early dating life. “Ah yes, I think I still have those, probably in a binder in storage somewhere.”
At The time he hadn’t really told many people that he was Gay but most at school could figure that out just by spending time with Jas. Apparently, word had gotten around eventually to Sorrel. It was a few months after they had started hanging out as friends that he had started seeing cute little love notes In his locker. He had kept every single one and even started writing his own back to Sorrel, even after they had both graduated. They had kept the little tradition going For years, even now they’d leave little notes in the house for each other to find eventually.
“Awww that’s cute!” Athena chimed in, smiling cheekily at her dads. The young girl, despite her age loved to here about her parent’s love story, thinking that it sounded like a magical fairytale, except this one was real!

Loki hummed and shrugged, "That sounds like more fun than the hell we call high school." they wave their hand before glancing at the meat and taking some eagerly. Loki loved meat, that was no secret. "I highly doubt the annoying and loud boys in my class will ever be worth my time and effort." Loki replied shortly. "Some of them still act like elementary students." They rolled their eyes. "Not to mention Athena could beat them in smarts any day." They ruffled Athena's hair gently, "She could easily surpass them actually. Since you're so smart, huh sis?"
Sorrel laughed quietly, pressing a kiss to his husbands hand. "Really? I saved yours too, actually." He hummed happily. He had fallen head over heels for Jas even before they were friends, it was freshman year if he recalled. He absolutely adored the fact that they had kept the tradition of leaving little notes for each other. He hummed and served himself a little meat before cutting some up for Athena and handing her the plate. "I thought your father was the most beautiful man I had ever set my eyes on. Of course, when I was Loki's age I was extremely quiet. It wasn't until Sophomore year that I gained a confidence boost and introduced myself." He laughed quietly into his hand and glanced at Jas with so much love and adoration in his expression.

“Mhm! Right!” The little goddess agreed, stuffing her face with more food. Jas just shook his head with a smile. He found it interesting that Loki was so transfixed on the students who seemingly annoyed him so much. “I’m sure the both of you could outsmart any student there.” He winked before glancing at Sorrel, gently rubbing his thumb along the back of his hand. He chuckled lightly and shook his head “I can assure you I was not, your father’s exaggerating. I was the closest thing to teacher without a degree you could get. Complete school nerd and teachers pet.” He sighed softly and rested his head on his free hand “you can imagine my surprise when your dad approached me and had the intention to hang out. It didn’t help that unlike me at the time, that he was absolutely gorgeous. Not to mention adorably sweet.” He grinned at Sorrel, catching his glances.