He listened carefully to his brother's words. It was a surprise that the Valkyrie did not wish to engage them with one of their treasures now restored, but he did not doubt that they might wish to join forces with Laufey against Asgard should the opportunity arise. That the jotunn would even dare... He had been wright all along. The other realms thought Asgard weak.

"What good has talk done, when even our own people no longer show respect?" He growled quietly. "Very well." He squeezed Loki's shoulder briefly. "I will summon the generals. How soon does Laufey intend to strike? Do you know anything of his plans?"