[Kratos has no illusions about Botta's distrust of him, but in that moment, he does appreciate that Botta is as level-headed as Kratos had thought. He would have to be; Yuan running an organisation like this, without a stabilising influence, wouldn't have maintained itself so well for so long.]

Agreed. The Tower of Salvation can be reached by Hima. It isn't inconceivable that I could have escaped and travelled north to meet them before they go there. Then I can answer any remaining questions they might have, and train Lloyd.

[He glances toward Yuan.]

I think it would be best if I didn't tell them about you right away. Lloyd's reactions will be more believable if he doesn't know, if it comes to a fight between you. Afterward, if the Renegades help us escape from the Tower before Yggdrasill steps in, we can meet you back here for full explanations before moving into Tethe'alla.