A lot of people find it hard to believe that MO'L will keep many of his promises so Aer Lingus are acting on that and making his offer less attractive by cutting fuel surcharges, adding SNN-LHR and launching LGW. I wouldn't call that pathetic, they are protecting their airline from a hostile take over.
What I find funny is that MOL had called on Aer Lingus to cut their surcharge with monthly outbursts for over a year and days after yet another outburst, Aer Lingus cut the surcharge but MOL was suddenly deeply concerned what impact it would have on profits!
So what is he, a concerned investor or rival out to damage Aer Lingus? If he can't make his mind up why should anyone else.