A Christmas Carol

Fred states that "However, his offenses carry their own punishment, and I have nothing to say against him."

What does he mean about this and what are the offenses and punishments?

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Fred means that Scrooge will suffer from his miserly ways without him (Fred) condemning him.

Fred could imply that Scrooge is suffering already due to his actions and that he should be pitied rather than hated on

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