The context of the following conversation is Jordan was going to miss Jan so he was planning to go to the store to get her a present.:
Jordan says I need to hurry to catch the bus to see Jan..
The friend responds Don't you think you'll be 15 minutes late?.
Jordan responds I know. But I wanted to get her something from the store to let her know I'll miss her..
The friend responds Why don't you just  tell her the truth, and let her know you got held up at the check out line..
Jordan responds Brilliant! I will go get the bus now..
The friend responds Say hello to her for me..