[He cuddled the man closer, wondering if he was being played, or if Loki was being serious. It was hard to tell, especially since it wasn't the same man he'd known. But it did track with what his Loki had said, more or less.]


That's a real shame Loki. If I'd had a brother I would have hugged him at least once a day. Bucky and I hung all over each other when we were little, and we didn't stop all that much when we grew up. I have a little problem with being overly handsy these days myself, but I don't think most people mind. Or if they do, they don't say so to my face. But I really shouldn't be so eager to reach out and hold someone I suppose, it could certainly get me into trouble.