The context of the following conversation is Carson was tired of their boss stealing their work, so Carson gave Addison a piece of their mind.:
Carson says I finally told the boss off today. He keeps stealing my ideas..
The friend responds That is great. What did he say?.
Carson responds He was shocked and denied it of course ..
The friend responds You may have to go above his head ..
Carson responds I don't want to go to HR, but I may have to..