[Natasha's not sure if it's that easy, or if Selvig is that desperate to feel something normal again. She can certainly relate. When he asks if Loki has done this before, she gives him an understanding smile.]
He's about 3,000 years old. I'm pretty sure he's done everything before.
[It's not exactly a lie, but it's not exactly the truth either. But it's an answer designed to put the scientist at ease. She can tell he's still nervous, so she perches on the arm of the chair he's sitting on. Her hand shifts to rest on his back and her mouth quirks in a little smirk. Leaning in, she stage whispers.]
Don't worry, I'll kick him in the nuts if he tries anything.
[Her eyes shift as she gives Loki a guileless look, and Selvig lets out a nervous chuckle.] Why don't you tell me about what you've been working on? [He gives a little nod and starts to ramble somewhat disjointedly about his latest project.]
no subject
He's about 3,000 years old. I'm pretty sure he's done everything before.
[It's not exactly a lie, but it's not exactly the truth either. But it's an answer designed to put the scientist at ease. She can tell he's still nervous, so she perches on the arm of the chair he's sitting on. Her hand shifts to rest on his back and her mouth quirks in a little smirk. Leaning in, she stage whispers.]
Don't worry, I'll kick him in the nuts if he tries anything.
[Her eyes shift as she gives Loki a guileless look, and Selvig lets out a nervous chuckle.] Why don't you tell me about what you've been working on? [He gives a little nod and starts to ramble somewhat disjointedly about his latest project.]