The context of the following conversation is Lee was a hero.  They met the nation's King.:
Lee says I got my medal with the king yesterday!.
The friend responds Wow how did that go? Did he say anything to you?.
Lee responds It was really exciting and I was so nervous. He only said a few words..
The friend responds So you didn't have to make small talk or do anything special?.
Lee responds It is all scripted out and they tell you what to do. It was so fun and easy..
The friend responds I can't believe you met him. That's such an honour to remember a long time..