Question: If Meredith was initiating the sexual encounter mainly for the purpose of setting Tom up to be fired and set up for her incompetence, why does she become so angry and threatening when she is rejected by him, as she is already intending to get rid of him? Especially considering that she's even more volatile and aggressive in this scene in the novel?
LorgSkyegon
6th Sep 2025
Answer: She considers Tom's refusal to have sex with her an insult to herself, in addition to messing up her plans.
LorgSkyegon