Ha! The High Lord sneers, a complete reversal in attitude. Why do I need to be forgiven? She betrayed me, and her crimes must continue to be punished! Insolence to such a degree is to not be forgiven or the Rule of Law becomes meaningless.
It's not about what I want. It's about what's right. Although he does sound like he's being stubborn about this, it almost sounds like he doesn't entirely believe what he's saying.