Well, we'll see, won't we? You're going to be under some major scrutiny now. There's a real difference between making an honest mistake, and shoving your foot in your mouth, old man. I'd feel worse for you if your "accident" wasn't that you prematurely decided you were everyone's lord and master before something came and smartened you up.

I try to make it a point not to associate with people like that. So you say that you've learned your lesson - fine. I accept that, but only at its worth.

And in the world of science? Talk is cheap.