"Mm, but there's something to be said for those that endeavor to keep the status quo. They may not deserve to suffer for their choices, but there's no denying that their sticking their heads in the sand leads to them being swept away by the tidal wave."

If they're speaking in cliches, he can match them. Those that stand in the way of progress will be moved, whether by choice or by force. Mettaton specifically doesn't care. Whatever it takes to protect Napstablook, he'll do it.