Ned finds his choice of words highly illuminating. It's not some variation of "I'm sorry for what I did" or "I'm sorry I hurt you;" no, it's "I'm sorry I lost control". Interesting, that. He's also, now that he is just listening to Meyer's voice, aware of its formality, its accent. He can appreciate how economical an apology it is. No excuses, no justifications. Just what is necessary. And that is more than enough for him.
"Apology accepted."
And Ned himself feels as if a weight has been lifted off his shoulders, saying those words. He's a firm believer in second chances. Besides, he's done much, much worse in his time. It would be the height of hypocrisy not to forgive Meyer for something as trivial as what he'd done.
He turns a smile on Meyer: small, but genuine. Meyer's discomfort is clear, and Ned thinks he ought to perhaps give a little context.
"You were hardly the only one who wasn't in control of their actions. As far as I'm concerned, it wasn't even your fault. Give blame where blame is due." And he gestures with the rolling pin to the camera in the corner. Best not to forget the root of their troubles, the reason behind all the monsters.
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"Apology accepted."
And Ned himself feels as if a weight has been lifted off his shoulders, saying those words. He's a firm believer in second chances. Besides, he's done much, much worse in his time. It would be the height of hypocrisy not to forgive Meyer for something as trivial as what he'd done.
He turns a smile on Meyer: small, but genuine. Meyer's discomfort is clear, and Ned thinks he ought to perhaps give a little context.
"You were hardly the only one who wasn't in control of their actions. As far as I'm concerned, it wasn't even your fault. Give blame where blame is due." And he gestures with the rolling pin to the camera in the corner. Best not to forget the root of their troubles, the reason behind all the monsters.