The context of the following conversation is Ash had came in first place at a dance competition, and it made Ash feel proud of themselves.:
Ash says I am so happy that I won the dance competition Saturday, I was so happy when they called my name!.
The friend responds I bet you were, you worked so hard for that title..
Ash responds I sure did, I have really never felt prouder than I did at that moment..
The friend responds Yay! You deserve that feeling, you did a great job!.
Ash responds It was worth the blood, sweat, and tears for sure..
The friend responds Congratulations!.