[Hold on, he is taking a moment to respond to this that isn't a noise that sounds like a dying goose.

Finally, there is a grunt.]

I have never had the privilege to think I'm better than you. You've always been the smart one.

[Which means -- you're right.]

...I cannot just stand here. The ability to accept my guilt is one thing. Not doing anything about it seems intolerable. If not punishment then improving the world for mages.