[It isn't the first time, that Yuan's heard someone apologize to him; but it isn't common, and never has been. He could probably count the occasions without going past two hands. He sighs very quietly.]

A devolution that's difficult to avoid, when the war's lasted this long.

[Not one he really likes-- but unavoidable. And one which makes something more impressive of Kratos. As though he needed to be more so.]

...I can... respect your determination, at least. On this matter.

[They'll revisit Kratos collapsing if and when it happens.]

I won't ask again.

[There's a breath, considering. Wondering about asking. Yuan goes ahead and does anyway.]

What is it, about your family?