Thor lunges out to catch Quill a half-second after the man catches himself. This time, Thor doesn't let go of Quill even though he's presently standing upright by his own strength.

"I'm carrying you up to your room," he tells him,in a tone that broaches no argument. "I can either carry you on my back if you're amenable, or carry you under one arm if you elect to resist. You're going to look far sillier with one method of transport than the other. I suggest you choose wisely."