Annie stares. Partly, it's just that the version of training that the woman is spouting sounds ridiculous to her. Repetitive forms are useful. So is learning them correctly.

Partly, it's just that the last comment is so childishly petty, she can't even choke out the words, it's called a metaphor.

But mostly, it's because she's starting to get panicky and upset, and can't think of what to do or what to say to get the woman to back off and leave her alone.

"I said no!"