Loki: Why did Mobius punch X-5?

In "Breaking Brad," Loki and Mobius try to extract information from X-5, who has taken on the persona of a movie star named Brad Wolfe. Upon capturing X-5, Loki, Mobius, and B-15 attempt to interrogate him, but he proves to be difficult. X-5 taunts them, blaming Loki and Sylvie for all the problems and challenging Loki to stop trying to be a hero. He also goads Mobius, calling him insignificant and urging him to wake up. This provocation leads to Mobius punching X-5.After their failed interrogation, Loki and Mobius decide to change their approach. They realize that X-5 may know the whereabouts of Sylvie but won't willingly reveal her location. Instead of bringing her in, X-5 left her and sought a new life for himself. To extract the information they need, Loki and Mobius put on a performance. Loki acts as the villain, torturing X-5, while Mobius pretends to be locked out of the cell, begging Loki to stop. This act ultimately convinces X-5 to direct them to the 1982 branched timeline.Meanwhile, Sylvie, initially reluctant to help Loki, discovers through enchantment that General Dox plans to bomb all the branching timelines. Devastated by the TVA's inability to save the people in those timelines, Sylvie is determined to bring about a fresh start by burning it all down. On the other hand, Loki remains steadfast in his belief that they can fix things. Together with Mobius, they attack Dox's base and unleash a powerful surge of magic, incapacitating Dox. However, the bombing has already caused significant damage to the timelines.As the episode concludes, Sylvie returns to her branched timeline, reflecting on the ineffectiveness of the TVA and its role as a problem rather than a solution. She holds He Who Remains' unique TemPad, suggesting a connection to Loki's time slip and hinting at its potential capabilities in the future.In "Breaking Brad," Loki and Mobius employ a combination of coercion, psychological manipulation, and performance to extract information from X-5. While traditional interrogation tactics fail, their unconventional approach ultimately yields results, leading them closer to uncovering the truth behind the TVA and their purpose. The episode highlights the contrasting ideologies of Loki and Sylvie, with Loki choosing to stay and fix things while Sylvie is ready to dismantle the system entirely. As the season progresses, it remains to be seen how their differing perspectives will shape their actions and the ultimate fate of the sacred timeline.Overall, "Breaking Brad" brings together the dynamic duo of Loki and Mobius for a thrilling adventure that showcases Loki's magic and offers tantalizing hints at the mysteries yet to unfold. With composer Natalie Holt's captivating score and the introduction of new characters and revelations, Loki Season 2 is poised to fulfill its potential and deliver an exciting continuation of the story.