Kyu still seems to be quite resistant to the idea of giving up his individuality; less for his own fate, and more for the fate of his people, with the concern that, if he submitted to someone else, it would utterly crush the morale of all the male kitsune, likely leading to an open rebellion, which might cost many lives, and cause more harm than good. Even if that could be quelled peacefully, the resentment would remain. "As it is, we're better off than we ever have been, and I'm fine with taking things slow. It's a grievous wound I've caused, and I know it can't be repaired quickly, if ever."