I think you just need a little work on the honesty angle. In that it's not so honest it's hurtful. Try passive aggression. Hang around planetside enough, you'll start to get it.
Are you, by the way? Hanging around for a while?
[Complete and total ignoring of this whole admitting of mistakes thing.]
Oh Norns I'm supposed to not hurt peoples' feelings too? I'm only just now getting used to not stabbing them conversationally. I think I need a life coach.
[Loki can take a hint. Tony's not denying it; that's enough for now, and they can change the topic.]
Yes. For some reason, Thor wants my assistance in establishing New Asgard, despite my history of general irresponsibility. Obviously, I won't be visiting New York, certainly not openly, but I'll be on Midgard.
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[A poor excuse! But an excuse nonetheless.]
Pardon my overstatement. I just find it reassuring that amidst the heroes there are some who acknowledge they've made mistakes.
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Are you, by the way? Hanging around for a while?
[Complete and total ignoring of this whole admitting of mistakes thing.]
no subject
[Loki can take a hint. Tony's not denying it; that's enough for now, and they can change the topic.]
Yes. For some reason, Thor wants my assistance in establishing New Asgard, despite my history of general irresponsibility. Obviously, I won't be visiting New York, certainly not openly, but I'll be on Midgard.