Part of him screams that he needs to break free of the gentle hold even as another part of him screams just the opposite. Honestly, it's a little frightening to have such strong conflicting feelings when it comes to Gladio of all people, but for now it works to Gladio's advantage as the conflict keeps Ignis from attempting to free himself.

"Ardyn said she only had a few days left if even that." Ignis' voice is strangely detached as he speaks. Facts. Repeating the facts is safest. Meanwhile, he can try to wrangle his emotions back under control.

"Awakening and communing with the Astrals was killing her. O-One more thing none of us knew."

Unknown to him, tears have slowly started to track their way down his face. So much for getting his emotions under control...