User blog comment:B214/High School DxD New Episode 6 Discussion/@comment-99.120.148.87-20130812042755/@comment-99.1.221.23-20130812230114

Well, to put this into perspective, Asia has spent most of her life in the Church, healing people with her Sacred Gear. The idea of forgiveness and acceptance is something which is deeply engrained in her psyche.

While it's definitely true that Xenovia insulted her and was WAY out of line in doing so, it's also true that she has now been stranded from everything she ever knew, has joined the beings she formerly considered her enemies, and is now feeling hypocritical and guilty over her previous actions. The only other person who can understand this feeling is Asia. Nothing would be accomplished if Asia were to throw salt in the wound. I think if most people were in this situation, they would want to befriend the only other person who understands them. So while it's natural that Xenovia thinks she deserves punishment for her words, it's natural for the forgiving Asia to want another friend who actually understands what she has been through. Hurting just about the only other person who can deeply relate to you is NOT a good way to start a friendship.

Also, vengeance is a destructive process, and one that tends to be circular. Forgiveness may be difficult, but it's ultimately more beneficial in the long run than dealing with the long-term issues of vengeance. See also: The Count of Monte Cristo.