[All this gets from Yuan a dry chuckle, actual evidence of his amusement.]

[It's gotten Zelos reaching out mentally, so he doesn't think Zelos is in a position to argue.]

No, it's not enjoyable. That's the point. Most people would reach for anything to free them from such a situation, and the first route open is usually the one the crystal paves.

[The frustration was the clearest part of that last. With practice, it will improve.]

[Yuan's going to let Zelos rest before throwing magic at him again, but this is hardly taxing. Zelos can take needling a little while longer.]