[ Peter wears guilt as well as Thor. Loki gives him a soft smile, seeking to reassure. ]

I will never have ... anyone ... tell me what to do. [ He glances after Stephen too although he can't hear the conversation, a flicker of lashes switching back to Peter. ] Besides, have you r-read any myths recently? I've suffered far worse for far less. I ... I have got this, Peter Parker.

[ Trying to lighten the mood as he swallows down the crawling pain alight on every inch of his body, Loki tries to sound flippant. ]

Sorry I'm ... ugly, more than anything. Hah.