The context of the following conversation is Jesse was feeling very hungry but didn't like the school cafeteria food, so he left the premises with permission.:
Jesse says I have to get something to eat..
The friend responds Why didn't you eat something at the school cafeteria?.
Jesse responds I don't like the food there. So I just asked if I could leave the premises..
The friend responds And they let you?.
Jesse responds Yeah. But now I have to find a place to get some food..
The friend responds If you're buying, I'll go with you..