You're right... [He lets out a faint scoff.] Gotta run my head into the wall a few times. Then keep ramming for good measure.

[His expression does falter, though. The apology is kind. Some part of him appreciates it. Unfortunately, that part of him is muffled by the much louder, more self-flagellating version of himself.]

S'fine. I deserved a little verbal smacking around. I'm just sorry you're always the one that has to do it.