[Norns, but Thor is starting to look like their father, isn't he? Loki decides it might be best to raise his hands for good measure, though his quick eyes note the lack of Mjolnir and wonder at it - a question for later, though, when he's not being menaced by that more mundane weapon.]

So you don't remember this place... No wonder you've failed to return and rescue me all these months. [He sighs and presses a finger to his forehead, just below the crown] I had hoped that when you abandoned me so suddenly it was because you found a way to escape and would come back for me, but apparently even the gods can be moved like pawns by the overseers.

[He looks up again] I think we need a drink. Lots of drinks. Come, I'll explain everything. Again.