Narrowing his eyes, Loki swallowed back his annoyance at Hermione being able to see through his tactics. It was not often he came upon someone able to call him on his silvertongue. Of course his soulmate would be able to know when he was lying or avoiding subjects. She could probably sense the way his stomach clenched at the mere mention of Hela. Taking a deep breath, Loki drew himself up so his back was straight as he sat in the chair.