In bloodlines the superior race the telic might be just a better race overall in many attributes than one. However just like Maslow’s popular hierarchy     of needs  theory of needs goes we need a who bunch  of needs to be fully happy at times.
This fulfils the psychological side of ones self actualization so Tlic counting on the inferior species the terrans could be a huge help for their psyche. Gan in the story can be seen trying to go through his own needs throughout the whole story. Overall
Gan wanting to be the better person puts him in a catch 22 state where no matter if he tries or not will still put him in the same situation not being a smart Tlic. Which all together shows on the way he carries himself through the story. Most of his self actualization as he is more of loner can be seen throughout.
Okay, so self-actualization should be something that we should all be able to relate to at this stage in life. Did you find yourself comparing your personal journey to Gan’s?