[Kratos considers. He's kneeling in front of Yuan, hand on Yuan's treasured blade, with full permission; and in light of the conversation, he finds he's no longer truly angry. Upset, but primarily at circumstance.

[Even the fear that's been paralysing him the last few days seems assuaged, now that the worst is over. The relative worst. He still would not like to meet o Branain in person again. The thought makes his gut coil -- but more in a state of preparedness than paralysis. It's a step up.]

Yes, I believe so.

[Kratos tips his head, considering Yuan now as well.]

Are you?