The context of the following conversation is Skylar promised others they would eat lunch together, but Skylar ate lunch with their family instead.:
Skylar says I promised my friends I will see them later for lunch..
The friend responds Are you meeting them over at the cafeteria?.
Skylar responds I guess I need to meet my family for lunch today..
The friend responds But you said you were going to eat with the crew?.
Skylar responds I know but it is a family emergency..
The friend responds I will let them know why you aren't there then, I guess it can't be helped..