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Since I didn't (nor had no intention to) enter the Charlie, all I
see that is relevant is:

d. Air Traffic Services. When two-way radio communications and radar
contact are established, all participating VFR
aircraft a

1. Sequenced to the primary airport.

2. Provided Class C services within the Class C airspace and the outer
area.

3. Provided basic radar services beyond the outer area on a workload
permitting basis. This can be terminated by the
controller if workload dictates.

Once I stated, "I would like to terminate radar services," part
d.2. is no longer relevant since I am no longer
participating.


Exactly. Reading the relevant parts of the AIM would preclude wondering
what the rules are when given altitude restrictions while talking to
approach control above the Class C airspace.