[It is true, just as everything he does tell her. Just like this. Her chest aches even so with every word, but the anger in her eyes simmer down and past the frustration is still continuous concern for the only person she's ever been able to call her best friend.]

Then remember that it's not just you. This friendship isn't just Loki. It's you and me. I'm here too. Trust me the way I've tried to trust you. This relationship — this friendship doesn't work if you can't do that.