[Darcy was likely on her way to the music room, though Loki wasn't aware of this, when he bumped into her and her pack in the hall. He raised an eyebrow at the piglets and puppies before lifting his gaze to her.]

If you're building an army, might I recommend something with a bit more... ferocity? Canines and swine are on the lower echelon where intimidating warriors are concerned. [It was purely small talk. Playful small talk. What he had to say next, however, was not.]

When next I am wrongly accused of--and threatened--on a matter with which I had no participation, I will live up to the crime on principal. Is that very clear? You will want to pass that little piece of information along to Jane Foster.

[But look, he actually didn't try to kill her.]