I don't think you're the bitch in the story... and it almost sounds like Kelvin has some previous trauma to sort through (were his parents or an ex uber controlling? Does he feel like his opinion doesn't matter)? IDK. Perhaps I'm ALSO a bitch.

BUT I think your shift to an answer (any answer) is a good one. It's just as easy to say, and makes your partner happy, and that's a wonderful thing!