Why would I?

[ she cocks an eyebrow at him.

even if gamora isn't going to hurt quill, that doesn't mean she won't take a provided opportunity to knock him to the floor. ]

I would think it's more motivation for you to keep up with me.

[ another moment of hovering over him, and then she finally pushes off of his chest, getting to her feet. she watches him, a hand absently on her hip as she gestures to his prone form. ]

Maybe you can consider it progress when you don't get thrown down.