https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/constructive-wallowing/202107/how-teach-someone-lesson
You've used the words "Teach Them a Lesson" several times, I know the article I've pasted sounds like a religious or fluff piece, but it comes from Psychology Today and it's quite true.
Both sides feel right at this point and further actions will only convince the other side they were right in the first place.
RE: The Great AI Debate and Hive Watchers