Practice the following dialog with a friend.

Edo: Look, Kinar! There's your name here! Wow, you've placed the first!

Kinar: Really? Wow, I can't believe myself! I won!

Edo: Yes, you made it! Congratulations, Kinar!

Kinar: Thank you, Edo. Thanks for your support too.

Edo: You're welcome. I know how hard you've prepared yourself for the contest. Your victory is really worth it.

Kinar: You're right. Besides, I love English and reading stories. 

Edo: I know. Anyway, it's written here that you should prepare yourself for the Regional Storytelling Contest in August.

Kinar: You're right. The committee ever told me that the winner would represent our school to the regional contest.

Edo: I know it's not easy, so I hope you show your best performance for the contest. If you win, it's a really great bonus.

Kinar: I hope so. Edo Just let me know if you need something. I will always be there to support you.

Kinar: Thank you, Edo. 

Answer the following question.

What is the purpose of saying the sentence?