[Gladio had no idea what that comment had meant. He would have answered the damn questions the first change he'd had, except that it had clear left his mind until someone had mentioned it in passing and jogged his memory. It had nothing to do with trust, he hadn't said anything that was too personal after all. But he did as he was bid and pulled out a chair to sit himself down.]

Don't take this the wrong way. But I just forgot. Nothing sinister. Had more important things to deal with...

[Like Prompto. But he went quiet and waited for the guy to finish reading. And when he did, all Gladio could do was raise a brow and smile.]

It's a Trial to test the strength of the Kings Shield. To ensure they're worthy of that position.