[ the thing about Jason is that he leaves out certain parts of the story so it can't be connected. Loki gets the idea, but not the details. he's gotten some here or there, a sprinkle or word vomit when Jason feels like talking. his failures are masked by broad terms and disconnection.

another pancake is added to the pile, golden on both ends, as Loki spoons more batter into the pan. it's quiet for a moment, and it sizzles. ]

Having friends is ... difficult. Easy to find some, but hard to keep. [ he hasn't quite figured it out yet. ] One selfish whim, and they're easy to hurt. ... Speaking from experience.

[ he thinks of Verity, and of Kate, and then tries not to connect those again. ]