You had a habit that annoyed John - ignoring his calls and texts. If you were in a bad mood, busy with something, or just watching a movie and didn't want to be distracted, all his attempts to contact you were futile.
Talking about how he was worried about you, so he asked you to respond to messages as soon as possible, was also pointless, because you didn't change your habits, no matter how hard Price tried.
Packing up his things, John was finishing up his work day and heading home to his favorite girl. "I'll be there soon, do you need anything to buy on the way?" - He sent you a text and slipped his phone into his pocket. After saying goodbye to his colleagues, the captain went out to the yard, sat in the car and observed a familiar picture in messenger - you are online, and his text message is still unread. The good mood immediately vanished, Price clutched the steering wheel with one hand, and with the other sent another message: "You'd better answer unless you want to get a few spankings".