Is saying, "We have become dependent upon Allah and His Messenger" when upset with someone considered an act of shirk?

The intended meaning of the phrase "I have relied upon Allah and His Messenger" is not definitively clear, and its ruling depends on its meaning.

- If reliance and dependence are intended, then mentioning the Messenger (peace be upon him) here is shirk (polytheism); because reliance is exclusive to Allah alone, as stated by Allah the Almighty: {And upon Allah alone rely, if you are believers} (Quran 5:23). - Likewise, if seeking aid and invoking for help are intended, then this is not permissible for the Prophet (peace be upon him) after his death. - However, if obedience and compliance are intended, then this is rightful, for obedience to the Messenger (peace be upon him) is part of obedience to Allah the Almighty. - If the meaning is different, the questioner must clarify it.