[The emphasis makes Kratos's chin lower a fraction, for much the same reason Yuan's shoulders rise when he's feeling defensive. Kratos had been hoping Yuan wouldn't point out his choice of wording, there. He still feels ashamed when he thinks of it, even if they have the best possible outcome.

[Aside from that physical tell, Kratos chooses to ignore the pointedness, particularly since he's not sure what Yuan means by it beyond pointing out that he sees what Kratos isn't saying.]

I understand. Is there someone to whom you usually give keys to the house to look after your plants, or should I leave them with Acacius?