The context of the following conversation is Before they parted ways, Jordan told Riley he hoped for the best for her.:
Riley says Man it was so sad leaving Jordan, he's such a hero..
The friend responds I guess that it is sad..
Riley responds Perhaps we will see each other again, but for now he just wished me the best..
The friend responds Where is he going again?.
Riley responds He's got a scholarship in California to study marine biology..
The friend responds Damn, he's smart..