[ He laughs and gives a little shrug, since even if this is serious, he can’t help but ribbing Ereshkigal and Set a little bit. It’s not anything mean-spirited, but very much like how an elder sibling might rib the younger one. ]

Yeah, could be that. But they’re both softies with more human hearts, secretly. Don’t tell ‘em that I said that, though, since they’d both take offense in their ways.

[ Set especially… He’d probably break his spine (again) for the perceived insult, even if that’s not at all how Tezcatlipoca means it. He just chuckles again, and his expression softens as she continues. He doesn’t crave understanding, since he’s just a god that’s inherently meant to cause question and conflict, but still. It does feel validating to have the understanding, however partial. ]

Eloquence has its place, but hopefully I’ve made it clear that I’m just fine without it. Being genuine—That’s important to me. [ His casual, very human way of dressing, the way he generally speaks, they all contribute to showing that. ] So, you’re welcome. Hell, maybe a thanks in return, since belief is a stronger thing than you might think.

[ He tosses a smirk her way that might make it seem like he’s joking… It’s hard to tell with him sometimes. ]

Can only speak for myself here, really, but figure the others would say something similar. I’ll do my best to not disappoint that kinda faith.