That's an odd way to put it. Normally, I'd expect someone in your position to look for a different reason than that. That we must've done it for our own benefit, or to make you owe us the favour... does it bother you more if the act was selfless? [she doesn't have to answer, but hey, it's an open question. mostly he just sounds amused.]

I can't speak for everyone, but personally, I wouldn't want to see anyone else get hurt if I could do something about it. It's easier if we all try to work together, rather than everyone fending for themselves.

[whether they've been successful at that "teamwork" thing or not....... well. she can decide that for herself.]