The context of the following conversation is As it is the norm, Lee rode the bus to school.:
Lee says I hate riding that bus every morning..
The friend responds Why, what's wrong with it?.
Lee responds It's always so loud and crowded. And it smells bad..
The friend responds That sounds like a bad way to start the day..
Lee responds It is. You're so lucky you live close enough to walk to school..
The friend responds You're right. I never have to deal with the bus at all..