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I think you're right that both Philip and Elizabeth had big blindspots about Paige's reaction to being told the truth. Philip counted on the idea that Paige's love for them would carry her through the shock of learning who they really are. I think that's one reason why he's been more calm with Paige than Elizabeth. Plus, Philip in general is more emotionally effusive and in tune with his kids than Elizabeth is. Maybe he counted on Paige's love too much, and failed to understand how fundamentally deceived Paige was going to feel. So far as she's concerned, everything in her entire life has been a lie, including the love they supposedly have for her.