The context of the following conversation is Austin played a the most popular game in the world and was asked to join a competition.:
Austin says Guess what? All the time I've spent on that videogame looks like it might pay off..
The friend responds It does? How, did you win a contest or something?.
Austin responds No, but I've gotten so good at the game that the company that makes it has noticed..
The friend responds Are you serious? What do you mean, they've noticed? How do you know?.
Austin responds Because they contacted me. I've been asked to take part in an official competition..
The friend responds Wow! You're on your way to being a professional gamer, man!.