The context of the following conversation is Robin set the controls at a different level so that they could be in defiance of the rules.:
Robin says The man downstairs plays his stereo at top volume..
The friend responds Have you complained to the landlord?.
Robin responds The landlord is deaf..
The friend responds Do you have any recourse?.
Robin responds I set the controls at a different level so I too could be in defiance of the rules..
The friend responds I think a war is brewing..