The context of the following conversation is Jan had come for an interview, Riley was the interviewer.  Riley saw Jan sitting outside so they took Jan inside the room.:
Jan says I was so lucky to have my interview today..
The friend responds What do you mean?.
Jan responds Riley was working today and saw me outside so he took the interview!.
The friend responds That must have been reassuring, having someone you know so well do your interview..
Jan responds It was, seeing Riley calmed me right down..
The friend responds Well I hope you get the job!.