The context of the following conversation is Lee had been feeling down lately so Remy decided to try to make Lee feel better.:
Remy says I've really been there for Lee recently, he's been feeling down..
The friend responds What's up with him now?.
Remy responds He's been fired from his job, was a disaster waiting to happen..
The friend responds I heard that he really hasn't been having the best of time there..
Remy responds He will come back stronger, I know Lee well..
The friend responds Well that is what friends are for Remy, to encourage and support..