[ some expectations gone, others remained—Loki by definition wanted to be himself. it was satisfying, especially since an older, more nefarious Loki had threatened to devour his struggling reputations into one that had been in effect for eons.

he didn't have the luxury of another name, he had a story to write. ]

Possibly. With our autonomy stripped from us, we have to embrace every choice that we're provided. I'll not ask if you'd rather not divulge.

[ but giving or not giving: it told him something about Bruce. information kept secret was always that for a reason. ]