[That draws more attention, if faintly amused this time; enough to turn Kratos's head.]

No, you wouldn't have. I have nothing to lose. You, it seems, have a hopeful future ahead of you.

[It's very nearly a jest of a response, if only because both of them know that neither holds back, regardless of future or not. But it's nevertheless true; a thought presents a crack. Without that kind of wondering, Kratos can remain grounded and resolute.]