The context of the following conversation is Even though he knew the play was very important to his wife, for Austin it was extremely boring and he did not want to go there.:
Austin says Hey there! How was your weekend?.
The friend responds It was fine, thanks. How about yours?.
Austin responds Oh, man. You wouldn't believe what I had to do!.
The friend responds What is it?.
Austin responds I had to go to this play. It was so boring. But my wife wanted me to..
The friend responds You should probably do things your wife wants you to. Sorry you had a bad time..