The context of the following conversation is Jan was trying to hide a surprise gift from Taylor by holding it behind her back, but when she was not paying attention, Taylor looked behind Jan.:
Jan says I tried my best to keep this gift a surprise for as long as I could..
The friend responds How was she able to see it?.
Jan responds My phone rang and I got distracted and she turned around and saw it behind my back..
The friend responds At least you were able to hold out until the last possible minute..
Jan responds That's all I asked for..
The friend responds Did she love the gift?.