Hearing that, he thought back to when his father had controlled his life. "I know all too well what that is like. I... used to be controlled by my father too. In fact, I still am, mostly. I was barely allowed to go to the pool party. he only gave in when I said that it would be good for Evangeline to go out." He crouched down in front of her. "Do you want to talk about Mr. Van Droon? Or your father? Me and Evangeline are both willing to help you out."