The context of the following conversation is After working together for three months on a project at work, Sasha finally became Casey's friend.:
Sasha says I am glad to call you a friend..
The friend responds We've been three months together on this project..
Sasha responds I know and it's been great..
The friend responds Why are you telling me this now?.
Sasha responds I'm shy and it takes me time to warm up to people..
The friend responds Well, I've liked you from the beginning--I'm glad you now feel the same..