Vibrant Vitality

Mantis: You seem on edge, Loki. Loki: To be fair, I am always on edge. But yes, I suppose I am a bit unnerved by current circumstances. Mantis: I can use my empathic powers to calm your emotions, if you wish. Loki: No no, that's not necessary. It's just that present company has put me on edge. Groot: I am Groot. Loki: Not you, you dolt. But yes, she does look great in green. Mantis: You think so? You do too! Wait, wait, you understood him? Loki: All-Speak is a language of gods, my dear. We are of the same cloth. Groot: I am Groot. Mantis: Whaaaaa?! A divine connection? That's a bit much, Groot! I–I–I– Loki: The tree speaks true. Our auras are perfectly aligned between your cosmic touch and my mastery of magic. Mantis: Eh?! Loki, what are you talking about?! Loki: Our energies combined can prove stronger than each of us alone. 'Tis my nature to use others, but your purity speaks to me. Perhaps we can be...more... Groot: I am Groot…? Mantis: No, no, no, he HAS to be talking to you. And no I'm not blushing!