Well, that got her up anyway. And a lot madder than he had anticipated. He probably should have cleared what he was going to say with Bragi before he went after Bast.
He got up and started following her. He was certain that was only making her madder, but he had to make her listen. He caught up to her quickly, but walked silently for a moment. This time he would make sure he said the right thing.
“I don’t want any of them,” he said. “I want you. I love you.”