The context of the following conversation is Ash justified the answer to why he committed the robbery to men in the justice system.:
Ash says I just lost my job and needed some money to eat..
The friend responds That's not a good excuse to commit robbery..
Ash responds Hunger will make you do strange things..
The friend responds There are plenty of charities that will give you free food if you ask..
Ash responds I've never been this desperate before so I was unaware of that..
The friend responds Next time you need something give me a call and I'll come help you..