[ And that sent and a quick check for the presences in the house later, he's going to just casually step his way through a portal behind a tree somewhere in the park and stroll out of cover. ]
[ There's a small, bemused pinch of his brow and a hesitation in his step as Loki hooks their arms together, but he ultimately allows the familiarity in spite of the tension in his arm. He came here to check in on him, shrugging him off would be counterintuitive.
He lets himself be led toward delicious food and slides the conversation in the direction of the large elephant accompanying them on this walk. ]
Parenting for Dummies could use a few new chapters.
[ A pointed glance in Loki's direction. He gets it, you've got a lot of weird kids. ]
I know. But a convenient manual would be nice all the same. [ There's no guidebook for the forms growing pains can take when the kid in question is a god. ] Have you spoken with him since?
Yes, we spoke. He is going to make fewer stupider choices for a while, perhaps become a member of the X-Men to explore who he is beyond a god. He also wants an emo girlfriend very badly.
Just as long as I don't have to teach him about the birds and the bees.
[ It's good to hear the air is clear enough that the two of them are speaking. The whole thing was enough of an ordeal for each of them without it dragging out further. ]
He's a good kid, frequent swerves into dangerous and ill-conceived magical territory notwithstanding.
[ It makes it easy to treat him with respect. The easiest way to earn it in turn. ]
There's not a lot to handle when there aren't any demons in the picture. And when there are...
[ He shrugs, as if it's casual. Which is basically the point. That's the day job. ]
Though at this rate I'm going to be able to start measuring time by duration between Lokis being on fire. You may want to work on that as a collective.
[ He offers out his noodle pot without a thought, only mildly offended that he got baby spice, and moves seamlessly on with the conversation after swallowing a mouthful of his own. ]
It's a wonder anyone ever dies at all in your universe, the number of people who seem to be immune.
[ Two, Loki's only said this about two people so far, but his point still stands!! ]
I don't die because I'm special, other people don't die because they're weirdoes. I heard on the grapevine Stark died when Captain Marvel shot him but his body was re-grown and his mind stored as an AI, then they shoved both pieces back together. Now that is cheating mortality.
Every time you speak about your reality I'm a little more grateful for mine.
[ What the fuck... But fine. Sure. He's the very last person who can disbelieve weirdness. If anything, he makes a mental note to bring up the science with Stark if they ever have a long enough conversation to get even close to a point where talking about the mechanics of his digitally preserved consciousness is appropriate... ]
How's the apartment? Are you still here in the city?
[ A little snoop. Just because he was literally inside the apartment not so many days ago doesn't mean he knows where it is geographically speaking. ]
[ A mouthful of noodles is slurped up as Loki rolls his eyes, stabbing his carton. There's no point lying about this, he cares too much about the subject matter, so he gives Stephen a significant, world-weary look. ]
Would I be eating noodles at this time of day if I could be getting laid instead?
I don't think anything is wrong, [ stupid noodles, why can't he pick them up in his chopsticks, ] I'm still the sorcerer of incredible talent that he fell for, he delights in my spells as well as ... who I am.
... Magic isn't boring. It isn't, is it? To other people, obviously. We know it's great.
No. Magic is not boring. [ He still remembers his first time, so that's at least a slightly informed opinion. ] I'm not sure how relevant that is to maintaining a relationship.
[ Politely sticks some noodles in his mouth so Loki can ignore that comment if he'd prefer. ]
Because Peter loves it, he used to delight in me being a magical wizard-like deity who could show him the world Aladdin-style. This whole world is very distracting though, it has only swelled with more colourful folk since my arrival.
[ He feels like he's becoming beige. His magic is eggshell white. ]
... Perhaps with there being three of me, I've become commonplace.
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[ He'd take exorcising a demon and navigating the aftermath over having a difficult conversation any day. ]
An hour out of the house couldn't hurt. I'll take a recommendation for a decent spot.
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how do you like noodles?
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[ And that sent and a quick check for the presences in the house later, he's going to just casually step his way through a portal behind a tree somewhere in the park and stroll out of cover. ]
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Come along, I know of the best vendor in the city when it comes to firecracker noodles to warm the soul. We will get you extra flakes.
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He lets himself be led toward delicious food and slides the conversation in the direction of the large elephant accompanying them on this walk. ]
Parenting for Dummies could use a few new chapters.
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[ PAT PAT on Stephen's arm. ]
You are doing just fine, trust me.
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I know. But a convenient manual would be nice all the same. [ There's no guidebook for the forms growing pains can take when the kid in question is a god. ] Have you spoken with him since?
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[ Loki puffs out a breath. ]
You really are doing well. The boy respects you.
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[ It's good to hear the air is clear enough that the two of them are speaking. The whole thing was enough of an ordeal for each of them without it dragging out further. ]
He's a good kid, frequent swerves into dangerous and ill-conceived magical territory notwithstanding.
[ It makes it easy to treat him with respect. The easiest way to earn it in turn. ]
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[ He keeps a straight face save for the twinkle in his eye, ordering them their noodles at the food truck. ]
I'm impressed with how you've handled things.
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[ He shrugs, as if it's casual. Which is basically the point. That's the day job. ]
Though at this rate I'm going to be able to start measuring time by duration between Lokis being on fire. You may want to work on that as a collective.
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[ Lokis always bounce back! ]
Can I try your noodles? I got the spicier ones but I may have been an overachiever with that.
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It's a wonder anyone ever dies at all in your universe, the number of people who seem to be immune.
[ Two, Loki's only said this about two people so far, but his point still stands!! ]
Well?
[ What's the noodle verdict? ]
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[ SSSSLURP! ]
Mm, good noodleage.
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[ What the fuck... But fine. Sure. He's the very last person who can disbelieve weirdness. If anything, he makes a mental note to bring up the science with Stark if they ever have a long enough conversation to get even close to a point where talking about the mechanics of his digitally preserved consciousness is appropriate... ]
How's the apartment? Are you still here in the city?
[ A little snoop. Just because he was literally inside the apartment not so many days ago doesn't mean he knows where it is geographically speaking. ]
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[ Strolling in the sunshine and complaining together, comparing realities ... they are halfway there. ]
It's around. In case ... Peter needs me. The apartment is still in Central.
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Around.
[ He doesn't make it sound like he's spending much time there. ]
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[ A mouthful of noodles is slurped up as Loki rolls his eyes, stabbing his carton. There's no point lying about this, he cares too much about the subject matter, so he gives Stephen a significant, world-weary look. ]
Would I be eating noodles at this time of day if I could be getting laid instead?
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Going that well, huh?
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... Magic isn't boring. It isn't, is it? To other people, obviously. We know it's great.
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[ Politely sticks some noodles in his mouth so Loki can ignore that comment if he'd prefer. ]
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[ He feels like he's becoming beige. His magic is eggshell white. ]
... Perhaps with there being three of me, I've become commonplace.
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You're upset that you're not special.
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Have you tried sustaining something long-term with a mortal before?
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