[Ah. It seems Kratos has, once more, run into a cultural expectation without realising it. They've been fewer lately -- but the ones he meets now seem to be the deeply entrenched sort. Still, a few months ago, Yuan wouldn't have bothered to ask.

[That doesn't mean Kratos is quite sure how to answer. He traces the edge of the bracelet absently while he considers his words.]

Acceptance.

[He isn't sure how to explain beyond that, either; but he's conscious that this must be the last thing Yuan thinks. After all, Yuan was in the same position, and most of his feelings are nearly the opposite.]

I -- realise that it isn't what it commonly represents, but from you, that's how it speaks to me.