He's not sure when he's become a dad figure to a small kitten, but whatever, it's probably just a turn of phrase. What's more important is adjusting said kitten so that she's not crying anymore, which means summarily pushing her up to his shoulder. He definitely doesn't understand at all.

But yes, he's very sure, just not certain if the offer is insulting or not. Wrath is capable on her own, he doesn't want to intrude on her sense of autonomy. But the offer still stands, and he nods in response; he's got her back, it's no trouble at all if she's fine with it.