[That part was established a long time ago, Ardyn. But he does nod, voice soft and as reassuring as he can be.]
I'll just tell him the truth. It was the only way for you to get me to shut up and stop fussing.
[He doesn't like lying, especially to Ignis, but if he phrases it casually enough he's confident Ignis won't go looking for a lie. That's the best he can offer.]
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[That part was established a long time ago, Ardyn. But he does nod, voice soft and as reassuring as he can be.]
I'll just tell him the truth. It was the only way for you to get me to shut up and stop fussing.
[He doesn't like lying, especially to Ignis, but if he phrases it casually enough he's confident Ignis won't go looking for a lie. That's the best he can offer.]