The context of the following conversation is Alex was told Kai did not want to go to the party because he had to study.:
Alex says Kai said he was busy studying and could not go to the party tonight.
The friend responds Too bad, I love hanging out with Kai.
Alex responds Me too, but he is a very serious student and always puts work ahead of fun.
The friend responds I wish I had as much determination as Kai does.
Alex responds I know, he'll be very successful at whatever he does in the future.
The friend responds He's so smart I wouldn't be surprised if he finds a cure for cancer or wins a Nobel Prize.