Cromwell understands that Henry is too “timid” to oppose More and his supporters. Henry enjoys being liked, and because of this, he likes to upset as few people as possible—unless their actions affect him directly, in which case he responds in a fury. But Henry lacks the courage and will to make trouble for a cause that doesn’t directly affect him. Cromwell finds himself equally frustrated with More and Tyndale, since they both absolutely refuse to compromise on their beliefs even when it would be practical to. If Tyndale were to voice his support of Henry’s marriage publicly, Henry would be happy to welcome him back home—and yet, Tyndale refuses to do. Cromwell cannot comprehend Tyndale’s insistence on sticking to his principles in the face of danger to his life; for Cromwell, it’s second nature to say things he doesn’t really mean in order to get what he wants.