"If my fall is inevitable, let is be from such a height that every soul can feel its impact," Thanos replied. "I understand that the dreamfolk come from many worlds. It stands to reason that my name, regardless of its noteworthiness, does not echo so strongly that it pierces the boundaries of the universe itself."

She didn't answer his question.

"It seems I have not yet been deemed worthy enough to receive your name. Are there proper channels I must apply through? Perhaps it was hinted in our conversation, and I have been too dull to navigate the intricacies of our communication."

There was little humility in his tone. He was mocking her, although he was doing it very politely.