I had that scene spoiled for me before I saw it, but I showed BJH to my dad after I finished the whole series, so I asked him. This is what he said:
“I hoped Herb would forgive Bojack. Not for Bojack’s sake; for Herb’s. And because I’m somewhat optimistic, I expected Herb to forgive Bojack. After seeing the entire show, I understand why Herb did not. My heart aches for Herb”
I had that scene spoiled for me before I saw it, but I showed BJH to my dad after I finished the whole series, so I asked him. This is what he said:
“I hoped Herb would forgive Bojack. Not for Bojack’s sake; for Herb’s. And because I’m somewhat optimistic, I expected Herb to forgive Bojack. After seeing the entire show, I understand why Herb did not. My heart aches for Herb”
I really liked that answer!