[There is a flicker of surprise on Loki's face, quickly hidden away. It's not the reaction he expected; he thought he'd get the normal wage of hatred or disgust, possibly with a bit of denial.
But then again, they are alike in many ways.
Loki nods slowly, though he's not certain how he feels now, himself. Less alone? Perhaps. But it's too soon to start springing such hopes.
There is a lot more he could say, feeling the words on the tip of his tongue. You're not a monster like me, Billy. You don't need to be afraid. You don't realize it, but you're very lucky. He's already told more truth today than he's comfortable with. He feels too vulnerable even having this conversation.]
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But then again, they are alike in many ways.
Loki nods slowly, though he's not certain how he feels now, himself. Less alone? Perhaps. But it's too soon to start springing such hopes.
There is a lot more he could say, feeling the words on the tip of his tongue. You're not a monster like me, Billy. You don't need to be afraid. You don't realize it, but you're very lucky. He's already told more truth today than he's comfortable with. He feels too vulnerable even having this conversation.]
We may start when you are ready.