It does, but what do I know? I h-haven't been a guinea pig before this, maybe it's fairly standard.

[ Yes, thank you, Ned already knows he is an abomination, but the reminder is always nice. He lets out a slightly shaky sigh and reassures: ]

For what it is worth, I don't intend to let it happen again. [ The phrasing and tone make it clear that it was an accident that he failed to prevent, rather than something he chose and did on purpose. ]