[This time instead of merely pausing in his weaving he stop altogether. Erskine sets the shuttle down and turns on his bench to face Pepper, smiling gently rather than grinning now.]

If it helps, I don't think I've ever even seen your armor, and I take you seriously. I know I can't speak for everyone else, but....

[He shrugs]

You know the worst about me, and you're still here. You're smart and passionate and you care about people who probably don't deserve it. I don't need to see your armor to believe that you've saved the world.