[ Peter doesn't miss the fact that Degar isn't answering his first questions but he also knows there's no point in asking again. Oh well. ]

I understand the sentiment, and her reasons, but there's always going to be an element of emotional turmoil no matter what mission we go on. We're all bleeding hearts, one way or the other.

[ Some of the biggest mistakes Peter ever made were because he's not the best at dealing with his emotions, especially when his loved ones get hurt. He is working on it, but it's an inevitable flaw in his character. Just like some people can't help but act in the face of cruelty and injustice. ]

Growing pains, yes. Learning the hard way is inevitable sometimes, I have plenty of scars as proof of that. We're a crew of over half a hundred, we're not always going to see eye to eye, and we're going to make mistakes. That's why we all need to try better. That's all I am saying.

[ God know he had his ups and down with the Guardians when they first started their partnership, then he couldn't imagine a life without them. Peter wonder if Viveca is all Degar has too. Now that he's gotten what was bothering him out of his chest, he can appreciate Degar's attempt at levity despite Peter still sounding like he needs a a hundred years nap and a spa day to fully relax. ]

Trolls are smelly too, at least most of the ones I encountered. Try showing them pictures next time, it might spare you some trouble.