[That isn't a very emphatic no. Hm.]

I spoke to him when it became clear your transformation was not progressing without outside intervention. And... mm. Yes and no.

[Yuan doesn't entirely understand Zelos's bitterness with Kratos; but he does feel some obligation to defend Kratos's choices, as possible.]

It takes some not insignificant energy to do it. And Kratos, I think, would not be able to refuse Lloyd's entreaty to return, should Lloyd ask. He fears the weakening of his resolve to bear our responsibilities.

[The fight has ebbed. This is not what Yuan meant. He sighs, and rests his fingertips briefly against his forehead.]