The context of the following conversation is Sydney aroused Kendall's interests in hopes she would agree to go to the movie with her.:
Sydney says I met with Kendall today..
The friend responds She can be difficult..
Sydney responds I asked her about her interests..
The friend responds What were you hoping to accomplish?.
Sydney responds I wanted to go to the movies with her and hoped she would agree..
The friend responds Kendall showed interest so we bought tickets to the movie..