Tony slowly takes a deep breath, and comes closer. This shouldn't be so hard. Since when has he had an ounce of shame? He usually didn't have an issue with being naked in front of someone, let alone just letting one person see the reactor glow through an entire layer of clothing. He's being stupid and ridiculous. But he can't quite meet the other man's eyes, looking anywhere else instead.

"I wouldn't have this thing in my chest if I hadn't earned it. I was part of a system with zero accountability. I was, to quote multiple people, 'the most famous mass murderer in the world'. So I'd say this is something to look ashamed by."