Sometimes, punishment is a way of making reparation. Where I am from, the wrongs done in this life that were not atoned for could result in punishments in the next. Perhaps someone who would throw things at beggars on the street would become a beggar himself in the next life. That sort of thing.

Besides, his competition had trusted him enough to let him in their kitchens. Even if I had the means to help them I would first have to tell them the truth anyway, so why not make it easier by tarnishing his reputation first? After all, [He tilted his head with a little smile, not mischievous but rather lackadaisical, all things considered.] I am not the charitable sort who would clean up people's messes while sparing their reputations.

[Not unless he was paid very, very handsomely...but in this particular case? Maybe not even then.]

Fengyu Gate does not engage in business that is a hassle and also makes no money.