The context of the following conversation is Alex returned Skylar's attention to the task at hand, mopping the floor.:
Alex says We can talk about dinner plans later, I told Skylar..
The friend responds Ah, how did she react?.
Alex responds She sulked a little, but continued mopping the floor..
The friend responds I've always known you to be quite strict..
Alex responds That's one way of looking at it..
The friend responds Just make sure she stays on your good side..