He told Lamiroir once... that it would be her choice when she wanted to tell Trucy and Apollo about their connection. After all, it wasn't ideal, and it wasn't the right time. Not to mention, he had no illusions about the effects of dropping this bombshell on both of them so soon after that trial. But circumstances had made it impossible for him to keep that promise.

"Everything's fine, Truce," he said from his seat on the couch. Apollo had arrived earlier but Phoenix steadfastly refused to answer any questions until they were both here. And now they were, and it still didn't feel like it was going to be any easier.

"Take a seat. There's something I need to talk to you about. Both of you."