[Oh man, he does not want to get into a fight with her, or even get on her bad side, but he doesn't want to back down either.]

I find it interesting that you don't think that they ruin lives, Aranea. That they are perfectly innocent beings in need of protection. I am only doing what I think is best for me and mine, and I know that being on his good side will afford me certain immunities and benefits that I can then extend to the likes of you and Bruce. However, in order for that to occur, someone must be offered as a sacrifice, and why not offer the worst of the lot? The Jaegers have more than earned that distinguishment.