You could have. [his voice has gentled, now] Easily, you could have, and I could name many that would have left without a second thought.

But you didn't. You didn't leave me, even though you should have, even though I was forcing you into a terrible role. As much as you tout your Lord of Chaos title, you're kind, and caring, and good. And I took advantage of that, and because of it, did you a great harm. And I'm sorry.