Even though Adrian had turned his attention to Lex, Aimery spoke up anyway, not wanting his slight sheepishness about the subject to come off as guilt or avoidance. "Apologies, Mr. Veidt, I didn't intend to deceive. I was uncertain if you knew and thought, if you did, that I was meant to be discreet, so I erred on the side of caution and was."

Aimery gave a quick glance at Lex, aware that he'd essentially implied that Lex had known, and hoped keen cooperation would soothe it, "I'd be happy to explain or demonstrate."