He understands he crossed a line, but after Alex gives his piece, Neil finds himself not caring. The lack of care leads to a surge of anger, and as Alex tries to pull him forward, Neil pulls back and away, slamming back against the machine.

"I'm his child, not his fucking lapdog!" he yells, the disgust clear in his voice. "My fucking complex is because he doesn't give me the fucking time of day, not because I fucking want his approval!"