[It is a little odd, but on the other hand... it strikes him that she's a lot stronger again than he'd even thought. To be treated that way... and then to decide to just not let it happen again?

To just become strong, and stop it from happening...

He laughs a little, a short and somewhat deprecating one, because he's impressed by her (but he doesn't know if he's strong enough to do that too).]

Hah... just like that, huh? You really are strong. Jeeze, I never stood a chance.

I don't see why anyone would treat you like dirt though. You're a cute girl with some violent tendencies sure, but...