He sighs and hangs his head. This time, he doesn't turn around, nor does he lift his head.
"You're right. It was something that will probably take you a long time to forgive yourself. But, here's the bit you should try a little harder to understand: I forgive you. And do you know how I can do that? Because the most important thing I learned from your 'mayflies' is that the only way anyone can live in peace is if they're prepared to forgive."
Because the Time Lords sure as hell didn't teach that to him. But he doesn't have anything else to say. So this time he really does walk off and it's clear from his posture that he can't be stopped.
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"You're right. It was something that will probably take you a long time to forgive yourself. But, here's the bit you should try a little harder to understand: I forgive you. And do you know how I can do that? Because the most important thing I learned from your 'mayflies' is that the only way anyone can live in peace is if they're prepared to forgive."
Because the Time Lords sure as hell didn't teach that to him. But he doesn't have anything else to say. So this time he really does walk off and it's clear from his posture that he can't be stopped.