[ Kate rolls a look toward Rocket as he does actual air quotes, preparing to escalate it to a Look. But-- he has a point. And while Kate may be more about the cause than cash generally, she's not going to stop him from putting the idea out there.

But her focus remains primarily on Orion, and she gives a spare, shallow nod of acknowledgment as he answers her question. And then a dry look as he flatters Rocket. Subtle.

She's just opening her mouth to ask another question when Thor speaks, and she gestures towards him with an outstretched finger and nods. ]

Good question. Also, what've we learned about his skills, or what he wants? You've obviously sent other teams after him before. I'm not saying we're not better, but I hope you're giving us something to work with to try to balance out the whole melting into walls thing.