[ Loki nods. He knows, deep down that Steve could not. Would not. He has ties in other places and even if those foundations are shaky, Steve would find himself again. Loki is a passing thought. And when faced with this decision, could Loki leave Thor? Probably. It's different for him. Either way . . . Either way . . .
He swallows it down with a smile. He asked. Whatever comes of it, Loki has no regrets in this. He asked. He did not remain in doubt. He smooths down Steve's hair gently. ]
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He swallows it down with a smile. He asked. Whatever comes of it, Loki has no regrets in this. He asked. He did not remain in doubt. He smooths down Steve's hair gently. ]
It is fine. I understand.
I love you still.