[That little vote of confidence is something Loki rarely sees, and thus it warms his heart a bit. What an interesting girl!]

I would say you should still deposit a thin sliver of distrust anyway. If you know and love your tricksters, it is to be expected. Nonetheless, [He smiles.] I appreciate it greatly, lady Makoto. Besides! There's another example of breaking the mold of your role, within me. My teenage rebellion of sorts is against being a static god of evil. If I can, you can be a more peaceful Bellona.

[Maybe saying his full name isn't that bad.]