Thor can tell from the opening that this is no mere brief answer; this is a tale to be told, a picture painted in detail from memory, and he gives it the attention it is due, turning to face her. His gaze flickers only briefly to her arm as he looks her over, taking her measure.

He's probably still missing a good deal of context, but there's much to be drawn from the hints she gives along the way. "A worthy use of your victory," he says, approving. "What became of those loyal to the warlord?" Because there's always at least one.