[That could have gone worse. ... It also could have gone better, but right now, not worse is something Kratos will accept. He's never actually envisioned talking to Ka-Fai before, let alone like this -- as no longer equals. It's even more awkward than he could have imagined.

[He gives a short nod, trying not to be dismissive but cognizant of a low snicker from somewhere off to his side.]

Let me know if anything becomes more urgent than that. Lieutenant Anastas or Knight-Apprentice Adrasteia will make sure messages get to me.

[He'll pause a moment, for acknowledgement or if Ka-Fai has anything else to say, but otherwise he turns to leave.]