Question

What is the literal meaning and deeper meaning?

For Zuko by Dave Harris
I too am afraid of being a good man. And yes, I too
have been beaten by water until it felt like a baptism.
And yes, I too would burn the whole forest down
just to feel the warmth against my skin.

Answer 1

literal: they are not a good person

deeper meaning: they understand what it's like to be treated by a bad person. He would do bad things just for his own self gain.