The context of the following conversation is Carson was the only one of the co-workers who brought presents for their son to the birthday party.:
Carson says This gift is for Tommy..
The friend responds You brought a present for the boss's son?.
Carson responds Well, of course. It is a birthday party..
The friend responds But the invitations said no gifts..
Carson responds I would feel weird if I showed up to a kid's birthday party without a gift..
The friend responds Now everyone else is going to look bad..