[For some time, he said nothing in response, just watched Ardyn fidget.]

...Mm. Well... same.

I mean that. There's a lot I have to keep quiet about, for various people's safety--and my own. That's the way it is for those in the public eye. [He lowered his gaze slightly.] But if there are things you want to know... I trust you not to push if I tell you I can't answer.