Although, I think you are just scratching the surface. I believe that much, much more praise and adoration is needed.
I don’t think you want, or 'need' to get out of there badly enough. Or perhaps you are not convinced that I might dispose of the key permanently.
*your attitude sharpens quickly, you engage her
Sorry. I apologize for misbehaving in any way. I will commit myself to you in entirely.
*she demands
Sorry WHO?!
*oh yeah, you add
Sorry, M’Lady
*after what seemed like a rather long time to consider your apology, this was her only response
…….. hmm
*it was short, enforced with a tone of dissatisfaction, and seemed to merely acknowledge that you said something at all.
*for some reason her response really cut into you. you honestly feel bad and want to impress her and redeem yourself. you want to win her praise and affection again; not to mention a little relief or even some release from this damn cage