[The laughter is more upsetting than the tears actually. And David doesn't know what to do with them. Other than watch the young man briefly.]

I don't know. I really don't. I don't know why he lied to you, though if I was being charitable, I'd say it was for the same reason I tried to hide some truth from you, to protect you from the pain of the knowledge.

[He sets his food aside on the table and turns to Loki.]

I'd really like to give you a hug, but you wouldn't want one, would you?"