[Deliberately now, Yuan repeats the gesture, having noted the difference in Kratos's tension. It may not be much, but it is something.]

You were. You're steadier now.

[In case Kratos hasn't noticed, or can't notice.]

Hm. I can divert them as necessary. We'll see them before starting in on mana control exercises, then. Let me know when you're ready.

[He doesn't blame Kratos for wanting to avoid questions. To avoid having to relive that, as well as to avoid letting the children know all the depths of what he's been through.]

[For the moment -- as long as Kratos needs it -- Yuan will hold on to him, leaning bodies and minds together in equal measure, and keep the quiet heartache from him.]