She stands there looking at him for a long time. Not saying anything, not moving. Her expression barely changes at all. She's upset, and scared, and struggling to stay in control. And he's defying all of it.

She eventually turns back to Beaut, lips pressed to her teeth to keep from blustering or whimpering. She quickly works to untack her and get her settled away for the night. Terrified for her safety, but not having any other choice.

She works in silence, looking the whole time so tense that just one touch could make her snap. Once she's done, she'll march back to the hotel.

And Gene can do what he wants.