[It was never anything but. As if sensing Sherlocks determination, Loki's eyes gleam.]

Yes? [Genes struck close to home but no where close enough to make Loki uncofmortable. This mortal had no idea did he? So grounded in his earthly knowledge as he seemed to be.]

You compliment me, Mr Holmes. Might I add, I was sincere when I said this has been a pleasure thus far. It is rare to cross paths with one so clever. [There's something in his tone that implies that he's not quite clever enough perhaps. A little note to goad the other along.]

You're wrong about my hand however. I am in perfect health.