"People are scared, aren't they? Because he's huge and green and... unusual." She patted Bruce on the shoulder, smiling knowingly. "It's alright. You will get used to people side-eyeing you in time. Meanwhile you keep doing good because, I mean, I can't see you doing evil. I suppose standing by is also an option."
With a pause, Val looked away and rolled her eyes, remembering her own period of standing by...and when that period ended. "'Til it isn't."
Valkyrie sighed deeply, nodding. Being at a crossroads was never easy, she knew that very well. "Well if you need anything, I'm around. Contrary to belief I'm more than my drinking or my fighting, and contrary to your belief I don't necessarily like the Big Guy better."