Bruce seems to consider that. Was he? It has not entirely escaped his notice that he made a somewhat rash decision while under the influence of more fear toxin than it'd take to kill Bane. That's ... a factor worth considering. But he's not sure it's more important than the end result. If there's even a chance he can relapse, he has to remove himself from the equation. Logically, he knows it isn't possible. But the Joker has never been confined by logic.

He takes one of Clark's hands and presses it to his face, letting his eyes closed as he slows his breathing. He hadn't even noticed he'd started to veer towards panicking. He wants to apologize for this mess, for needing so much delicate handling when Clark's going through as much shit as he is. This is so stupid and awful.

"I wish I had your faith."