Firstly, It's true that I... relieved the Lifestone from one of my patients. But it was for his benefit! I removed the source of his delusion... and gained superpowers in the bargain. You would have done the same.
Oh, you'll tell me you're better than that, I know. Your beliefs and attitude are consistent with grandiosity and narcissistic personality disorder. You think you're better than everyone else.
It's a common disorder amongst the costumed crusader set. I've worked with many patients like you. You all possess a secret fear of inadequacy and lack of control. It's sad, really.
Though these are natural feelings, of course. When you get power, the first thing you have to do is defend yourself from all the envious little weaklings who want the power for themselves.
I can't tell you how many people have tried to take my stone. Baron Zemo, Steve Rogers, that traitor Hawkeye, even the so-called "Ms. Marvel," that b-- ahem. Excuse me.
I suppose I'm still working through some issues of my own. Let me get to the point, Agent. I'm not a bad person, despite what the others may think of me. And I intend to prove it.
But I'll need your support. A successful working relationship is built on trust. I'm asking you to trust me, that's all... Anyway, this was a good session, Agent. I hope we can talk again soon.
