It doesn’t seem hypocritical to me - you were explaining how that understanding is far different from this compulsion. In addition, being a Newtype is only natural for you, this forced honesty is decidedly not.

I’d always prefer to suffer in place of a friend. [ Zechs looked particularly determined. ] But I would like to attempt to silence us, we should enjoy it.

[ Zechs would at least begin by leaning in with the intent to kiss Quattro, see how long they could both stand to keep their mouths busy that way. ]