"Yes, he is, but somehow we're still both here." Which from his tone, sometimes Bruce questions why. Champagne? She has Tony's tastes. Still, he knows this next bit won't be easy at all, and he nervously puts his hands together.

"Honestly, telling you this is a little easier without him here," Bruce admits quietly, leaning with his elbows on his knees. "Do you want it straight, or not?"