The context of the following conversation is Austin saw that someone left their purse on top of their car as they drove away so he ran along side them to get their attention.:
Austin says I didn't know I was so out of breath until I had to chase that car down..
The friend responds Why didn't you just hop in your car and follow them..
Austin responds By the time I would have gotten in my car, they would have been long gone and I would have been stuck with their purse..
The friend responds How far did you run before they noticed you?.
Austin responds About a mile and a half..
The friend responds I bet they appreciated what you did..