_{“I never do what anyone tells me so why should I listen to you?” he’s not her S.O. or her partner since she’d specifically requested not to have one. respect has to be earned and so far she sees no reason to extend it.}

  _{“because i’m asking nicely.” rather, he thought he was asking decently enough so she wouldn’t exactly stick around. that way, he could do what was needed, and get out of there. “that should be enough.”}