[There's a pause as Loki reads the message, which lengthens as he has to take a break and analyze what's going through his own head. Maybe it's the heightened emotions of the previous conversation, but he feels a gnawing hunger for reassurance settle in his chest. The idea of continuing the conversation in close contact sounds both incredibly appealing and somewhat terrifying. Maybe more than somewhat. In close proximity, there are vulnerabilities that even the god of lies cannot hide.]
That might be acceptable. [Is what he finally sends, while sighing at himself, fully aware it's a stilted and inadequate way to express his thoughts.] A conversation in contact, I mean. Only I suspect it will be a lengthy one, so I would need to set aside time.
[And maybe have a drink beforehand.]
You're right, I suppose. Best not to let either of them get off on a technicality. Or fail to get off on one, as the case seems to be this time around.
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That might be acceptable. [Is what he finally sends, while sighing at himself, fully aware it's a stilted and inadequate way to express his thoughts.] A conversation in contact, I mean. Only I suspect it will be a lengthy one, so I would need to set aside time.
[And maybe have a drink beforehand.]
You're right, I suppose. Best not to let either of them get off on a technicality. Or fail to get off on one, as the case seems to be this time around.