Once Baldr understood Loki’s words were meant for him, the shorter man examined the God of Mischief carefully. Were the statements excellent sentiments? Absolutely. Did Baldr Odinson believe Loki was completely sincere? No. The lanky, long haired, lothario understood optics and how his actions played before present company. He also knew that Baldr would hardly challenge his claim before the royal children of the realm. “Thank you, Loki,” he conceded to Loki’s diplomatic tone. “I also look forward to a day we might bury these issues,” he offered with something that might be considered a smile.