The context of the following conversation is Remy explained to Aubrey again how upset he was that she didn't show up for dinner.:
Aubrey says I was stuck in traffic so I did not make it to dinner..
The friend responds Remy must have been so upset..
Aubrey responds It was beyond my control..
The friend responds I guess next time, you have to leave earlier..
Aubrey responds I was busy cooking and I lost track of time..
The friend responds Try again another day..