"While unfortunate, the defeat was not an unreasonable one." Xelos said idly, teleporting to the side of Anette's throne as he sensed her desire to know what had lead to this. "Three of the Knights left the battle soon after the most powerful of the enemy group arrived, leaving Tane and the Collective on their own. In this situation, a retreat was wise." the cold voice of the Deoxys added. He knew it wasn't likely to improve her mood much, but an accurate recount of things was always best.