[He didn't care about her getting all up in his grill, instead using the opportunity to try to sneak an arm around her waist.]

Because that's easy, and I know you make it easy to hate you. Saves time, saves disappointment, saves you investing yourself. And if you want to punch me in the face, go on... I can take it. [He gestured at his face with his free hand.] Avoid the eyes though, since I have nerve damage there and don't always feel it.