The context of the following conversation is Austin was angry at Aubrey for speaking bad about him, so he popped her in the head.:
Austin says I feel a little guilty about popping Aubrey in the head..
The friend responds You should, considering the fact that you could be charged with assault!.
Austin responds But she provoked me. I was just angry at her for speaking badly about me..
The friend responds That's not a good reason..
Austin responds Do you think she'll press charges?.
The friend responds She might, so you should apologize to her..